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Shooting incident reported in Panadura, one injured

Shooting incident reported in Panadura, one injured

Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island

Several spells of showers will occur in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara districts today (11), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

Navy responds to incident that stirred tensions in Kalpitiya

The Sri Lanka Navy has issued a response regarding the protest held in Kalpitiya earlier today (10). MORE..

Brazil vows to match US tariffs after Trump threatens 50% levy

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has said he is ready to match any tariffs imposed on Brazil by the United States. MORE..

US pledges to continuously support Sri Lanka’s health and mass media sectors

A meeting between Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa and U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie J. Chung, was held this afternoon (10), at the Ministry of Health premises. MORE..

Mahathir Mohamad turns 100, Ex-President Ranil extends birthday wishes

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has extended his birthday wishes to former Prime Minister Malaysia Mahathir Mohamad, who turned 100 on Thursday (July 10). MORE..

Bangladesh proposes to increase imports from US in tariff talks

Bangladesh has proposed to increase imports from the US on the first day of tariff talks between the two countries, a Bangladeshi official said on Thursday. MORE..

Energy Minister-Trade union reps discuss draft legislation on CEB restructuring

A discussion has been between trade union representatives and Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody regarding the draft legislation and process related to the restructuring of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), at the Ministry of Energy premises. MORE..

Trump Tariff: Exports volume will reduce but real challenge is rates of Sri Lanka’s competitors – expert

The reduction in US reciprocal tariff on exports from Sri Lanka to 30% from previously announced 44% is positive news for local businesses, however the rate is a substantial increase from the existing 10% duty, Economist Dhananath Fernando stated. MORE..

Govt to allocate Rs. 250M for national programme to support children with autism

The government has taken a decision to move forward with plans to establish a national network of daycare and therapy centres for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental conditions, according to the PMD. MORE..

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Trump Tariff: Exports volume will reduce but real challenge is rates of Sri Lanka's competitors – expert (English)

Trump Tariff: Exports volume will reduce but real challenge is rates of Sri Lanka's competitors – expert (English)

Sri Lanka govt not considering retaliatory measures over Trump's tariff - Presidential Advisor (English)

Sri Lanka's opposition reacts to Trump's announcement on 30% trade tariff (English)

Ceylon Chamber urges continued engagement to secure further US tariff reduction (English)

Sri Lanka gradually moving toward 5% inflation in coming quarters – CBSL Governor (English)

UGC ordered to strictly implement existing guidelines to prevent ragging in universities (English)

NPP tried to appoint Pillayan's associate as Vakarai PS chairman, claims MP Shanakiyan (English)

Suspended Commissioner General of Prisons Thushara Upuldeniya granted bail (English)

Report on controversial release of shipping containers presented in Parliament promptly: Deputy Minister (English)

Sri Lanka will receive favourable response regarding US tariffs - Deputy Finance Minister (English)

Cabinet nod for Sri Lanka Navy to conduct maritime security operations (English)

Tourist arrivals in 2025 surpass 1.2 million, 250,000 from India (English)

Gems and jewellery can become Sri Lanka’s 2nd largest export earner – NGJA Chairman (English)

No decision has been made to restrict vehicle imports -CBSL (English)

Technology

Musk’s Starlink receives India’s final regulatory nod for launch

Musk’s Starlink receives India’s final regulatory nod for launch

Nvidia’s stock market value hits $4 trillion on AI dominance

Nvidia’s stock market value hits $4 trillion on AI dominance

Musk-owned X’s CEO Yaccarino to step down in surprise move

Musk-owned X’s CEO Yaccarino to step down in surprise move

Apple COO Jeff Williams to retire in major changing of guard

Apple COO Jeff Williams to retire in major changing of guard

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Popular Indian actress Hansika Motwani arrives in Sri Lanka

Popular Indian actress Hansika Motwani arrives in Sri Lanka

France’s Bayeux Tapestry to return to Britain after 900 years

France’s Bayeux Tapestry to return to Britain after 900 years

Michael Douglas says he has no plans to act again

Michael Douglas says he has no plans to act again

Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par surpasses his Taare Zameen Par at box office

Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par surpasses his Taare Zameen Par at box office

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SL vs. BAN 1st T20I: Mendis stars as Sri Lanka thrash Bangladesh by 7 wickets in Kandy

SL vs. BAN 1st T20I: Mendis stars as Sri Lanka thrash Bangladesh by 7 wickets in Kandy

SL vs. BAN 1st T20I: Bangladesh restricted to 154/5 in Kandy

SL vs. BAN 1st T20I: Sri Lanka opts to bowl first in Kandy

Final decision on 2025 Asia Cup to be made at ACC meeting on July 25

Christian Horner sacked as Red Bull team principal after 20 years