Philippines' Duterte admits to drug war 'death squad'
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte has admitted that he kept a "death squad" to crack down on crime while mayor of one of the country's largest cities.
Terrorist Investigation Division Reveals New Suspects in Arugam Bay Terror Plot
The Terrorist Investigation Division (TID) has uncovered information about additional suspects linked to the planned attack on the Arugam Bay tourist area. This revelation came from statements extracted from four suspects currently in custody, and these facts were reported to Colombo Additional Magistrate Pasan Amarasena.
McDonald’s and Sri Lankan franchise mutually end relationship
McDonald’s and its Sri Lankan franchise have entered a legal settlement mutually ending their relationship. Abans first partnered with McDonald’s in 1998.
The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau, an entity under the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, Policy Formulation, Planning and Tourism successfully concluded the Cultural Triangle Hoteliers Training Program on MICE Tourism on the 15th of October 2024 at the Habarana Village by Cinnamon.
Sri Lanka Railways addresses safety concerns on Maho-Omanthai line
The Department of Railways has issued a statement addressing recent concerns regarding the safety of the railway line between Mahawa and Omanthai, following claims from trade unions that the line posed risks to passengers.
‘US Ambassador says ‘There is no travel ban on Sri Lanka’ –
‘U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung has clarified that the United States has not issued a travel ban on Sri Lanka and that the security alert issued recently was only for Americans to avoid the Arugam Bay area until further notice.
WindForce Commissions 366 kWp Solar Project in the Maldives
Sri Lanka’s leading renewable energy provider WindForce PLC has officially commissioned a 366 kWp rooftop solar PV project on Cocoon Island, Maldives, in partnership with Cocoon Investment Pvt Ltd.
Iran leader says Israeli attack should not be 'exaggerated or downplayed'
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has given a measured response to Israeli strikes on the country, saying the attack should not be "exaggerated or downplayed" while refraining from pledging immediate retaliation.
Japan's ruling party loses its majority in blow to new PM
The coalition led by Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has lost its majority in parliament, its worst result in over a decade.
The next review of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will be delayed, the Central Bank confirmed on Friday.
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LIOC revenues up but profits tumble on lower margins in September
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Lanka IOC PLC (LIOC) reported higher revenues but profits tumbled in the quarter ended in September 2024 reflecting growing demand for fuel in a recovering economy, but the margins narrowed, taking a toll on the bottom-line.
India donates solar rooftop systems to religious places in Sri Lanka
India has handed over solar rooftop systems to religious locations in Sri Lanka in continuation of its the energy partnership in the neighbourhood.
PUCSL calls for additional information from CEB on electricity tariff revision
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced that it will take steps today (28) to inform the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) to request additional information regarding the electricity tariff revision.
Sri Lanka prints Rs100bn through open market operations
Sri Lanka’s central bank has injected around 100 billion rupees against domestic assets through multiple liquidity tools by October 25 official data show, driving up excess money in the banking system to over 190 billion rupees.