Govt. to consider re-imposing MRP on essential items
Trade Minister Nalin Fernando yesterday hinted at re-imposing the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) for certain essential items, given the arbitrary…
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CBSL says current credible exchange rate regime has made positive impact
The Central Bank said yesterday that the current exchange rate regime has made a positive impact thus far and listed…
Minister Prasanna sentenced to 2 years RI, suspended for 5 years and fined Rs. 25 Mn
Chief Government Chief Whip and Urban Development Housing Minister Prasanna Ranatunga was yesterday sentenced to two years Rigourous Imprisonment by…
Action against Fiscal Officer and Attorney – Justice Minister
Justice Minister Dr. Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe commenting on the Aeroflot flight issue yesterday said that once he receives official reports on…
President vows to finish term, won’t run for re-election
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa vowed to finish the remaining two years in his term despite months long street protests calling for…
GOVERNANCE ISSUES v PEOPLE’S DISTRESS | Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa with Faraz Shauketaly
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Eran says new tax policies must be complemented with expenditure rationalisation to ensure social protection
Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Parliamentarian and former State Minister of Finance Eran Wickramaratne yesterday said that new tax…
Rice stocks only sufficient for two weeks: Anuradhapura Mill Owners
The worsening multiple economic crises have forced over 900 mills to shut, whilst also warning that rice can only be…
Cabinet to see draft of updated 21st Amendment today
The draft 21st Amendment to the Constitution, to clip the Executive Presidential powers and to re-introduce the features in the…
Sri Lanka must win Japan’s confidence now – PM
Sri Lanka needs to win back the confidence of Japan, as the country is hurt by our recent actions, Prime…