VP Radhakrishnan set to face Tamil pressure for provincial polls in Sri Lanka

When Indian Vice President CP Radhakrishnan reaches Sri Lanka on Sunday (April 19), Tamil leaders there will press him to make New Delhi exert diplomatic pressure on Colombo to hold long-delayed provincial council elections as part of a legal commitment …

Sri Lanka’s manufacturing PMI surges: Textiles drive March gains

Sri Lanka’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose sharply to 66.7 in March from 56.8 in February, signalling a strong acceleration in factory activity, according to the data issued by the Statistics Department. Growth was led by higher new …

The Unvoiced Consequences of the US-Israel War on Iran: Chronicles from Sri Lanka

On 28 February 2026, the US and Israel began their bombing campaign on Iran. This led to major consequences throughout the Gulf region and the world. From flight cancellations and travel disruption to the rise of fuel and gas prices, small countries like …

Sri Lanka energy minister quits as president orders coal probe

COLOMBO (AFP) : Sri Lanka’s Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody resigned on Friday after the president ordered an investigation into allegations of large-scale corruption in coal imports, the government said. The resignation follows a government audit last …

SAARC Chamber of Commerce & Industry: Message from Deshabandu M. Macky Hashim, Former President, SAARC CCI, Sri Lanka

I am delighted to send this message with extreme pleasure on this significant occasion of the Inauguration of the SAARC CCI Headquarter. The completion of the building is a memorial legacy of the cherished dream of the all Past Presidents and founder …

SAARC Chamber of Commerce & Industry: Message from Dr. Rohitha, Silva Vice President, SAARC CCI, (Sri Lanka Chapter)

The inauguration of the SAARC Chamber of Commerce & Industry Headquarters in Islamabad marks a historic milestone for the private sector of South Asia. This permanent institutional hub will serve as an important catalyst for strengthening regional …

Titanium Sands project takes shape as Sri Lanka seeks stronger mineral economy

Sri Lanka wants the jobs and exports that come with a stronger mineral economy, and Titanium Sands is set to play a role. Pic: Getty Images Sri Lanka finalising national mineral policy to strengthen the economy Mannar Island shaping up as one of Sri Lanka’ …

As Sri Lanka celebrated its New Year, the war in Iran was felt

As Sri Lanka celebrated its New Year, the war in Iran is felt

In Sri Lanka, animals pay the price for overcrowding and speeding jeeps

Yala National Park in southern Sri Lanka attracted more than 380,000 visitors in the first half of 2025, generating an income of more than $5 million. Among the most popular national parks, overcrowding at Yala Block I is a recurring problem, intensified …