Nine Billion Dollars Is Not Permission to Forget
Prof. Anil Jayantha Fernando says Sri Lanka can accumulate USD 9 billion in foreign reserves by the end of this…
Author: Team Independent
Life In Gaza – As God Continues to Test the Palestinian People
Beyond diplomacy, ceasefires and negotiations, almost an entire population still needs shelter assistance, nine out of ten face unreliable access…
Hormuz: Seven Ships Where 130 Once Sailed
Traffic through world’s most important oil artery falls to single digits as U.S. pressure on Iran intensifies, Tehran threatens retaliation…
2028: Ranil Says Trouble – Government Says We Are Ready
Former President warns heavier foreign-debt repayments could create another economic battle, while the NPP administration says stronger reserves and a…
Farewell to Nanda Malini
Three days of national mourning as Sri Lanka remembers a voice which accompanied generations through love, political upheaval and social…
Inflation Reaches 7.2% – Watch the Cost Of Living
National inflation climbs to its highest level in more than three years as household prices begin demanding attention alongside the…
Tourism Wants USD 4.2 Billion
Sri Lanka launches six-market promotional drive after Middle East conflict disrupts arrivals, with 2.7 million visitors now targeted for 2026…
The PTA Goes – But What Takes Its Place?
Government says controversial detention and terrorism provisions have been altered in proposed replacement legislation, placing the emphasis firmly on what…
Rs.7.5 Billion Goes to the Paddy Battle
Interest-free financing will put more buyers into the Yala market as Government admits Paddy Marketing Board cannot purchase the entire…
Prof Anil Jayantha: We Can Do It – USD 9 Bn
Government confident foreign reserves can reach nine-billion-dollar mark by December, but larger debt repayments ahead mean Sri Lanka must keep…
