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Evolution Auto unveils Sri Lanka’s largest EV line-up at Motorshow ‘25
Daily FT
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Evolution Auto, the country’s foremost leader in electrifying transportation, marked a transformative leap for Sri Lanka’s automotive sector today by unveiling the nation’s most extensive portfolio of Electric Vehicles (EV) at the Motorshow 2025...
Sri Lanka: Next frontier for global investors
Daily FT
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For international investors, Sri Lanka’s stock market represents more than just another emerging market rally—it’s a rare opportunity to participate in a genuine economic recovery story with multi-year potential 69% market surge creates compelling...
With nocturnal surveys and awareness building, Sri Lanka steps up to protect its owls
Mongabay
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August 11, 2025
In Sri Lanka, volunteers and researchers survey owls at night along set routes to mark the International Owl Day that falls on Aug. 4. But what takes more effort is the public educational events to challenge deep-rooted superstitions about owls....
Should MEPA be apportioned major part of blame for X-Press Pearl marine environmental disaster?
Daily FT
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The toxic leak killed a large number of fish, turtles, dolphins, whales and other marine mammals, and caused extensive damages to the coral reefs and pristine beaches Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) and its former Chairperson were...
Sri Lanka central bank net foreign reserves fall over US$100mn in June: Analysis
EconomyNext
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August 11, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – Net foreign reserves of Sri Lanka’s central bank which have improved steadily for three years amid deflationary policy fell in June 2025, official data show, after a rate cut and strong recovery in private credit. Net foreign assets...
India, Sri Lanka hold high-level coast guard talks in New Delhi
Greater Kashmir
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August 11, 2025
New Delhi, Aug 11: The 8th High-Level Meeting between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) was held in the capital on 11 August 2025, focusing on stronger cooperation in marine pollution response, maritime search and...
Indian, Sri Lankan Coast Guards Discuss Maritime Rescue Coordination
MENAFN
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August 11, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Aug 11 (IANS) Cooperative engagements in the fields of marine pollution response and maritime search and rescue topped agenda at the 8th High-Level Meeting (HLM) between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Sri Lanka Coast...
Tougher penalties for conservation: Fauna Protection (Amdt.)
The Morning
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August 12, 2025
Act. IGP already instructed to strictly enforce law in the interim The Government is currently discussing possible amendments to the Fauna and Flora Protection (Amendment) Act, No. 7 of 2022, according to Deputy Minister of Environment Anton...
Coast Guards of India, Sri Lanka vow to strengthen maritime partnership
The Hindu
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August 11, 2025
Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) meeting. Photo Credit: X@IndiaCoastGuard The eighth high-level meeting between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) was held in New Delhi on Monday (August...
PDEXCIL delegation to strengthen India-Sri Lanka trade ties
Apparel Resources
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August 11, 2025
Image Courtesy: Hindu Business Line The Powerloom Development Export Promotion Council (PDEXCIL) aims to deepen trade linkages between the Indian and Sri Lankan textile industries, paving the way for sustainable, long-term cooperation, according...
Towards sustainable tourism model
Daily FT
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Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has been showing signs of recovery, with a 7% increase in tourist arrivals by the end of July compared to the previous year. While this upward trend is encouraging, it still falls short of the ambitious target of three...
PDEXCIL to Boost India, Sri Lanka Textile Trade
Knowledge & News Network
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August 11, 2025
New Delhi, Aug 11 (KNN) The Powerloom Development & Export Promotion Council (PDEXCIL) is intensifying efforts to strengthen trade and cooperation between India and Sri Lanka, with a special focus on the textile sector. Recently, PDEXCIL Chairman...
Sri Lanka’s Almas increases share in Galle Face Capital Partners to over 10-pct
EconomyNext
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August 11, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – Net foreign reserves of Sri Lanka’s central bank which have improved steadily for three years amid deflationary policy fell in June 2025, official data show, after a rate cut and strong recovery in private credit. Net foreign assets...
Sri Lanka central bank net foreign assets fall in June after rate cut : Analysis
EconomyNext
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August 11, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – Net foreign reserves of Sri Lanka’s central bank which have improved steadily for three years amid deflationary policy fell in June 2025, official data show, after a rate cut and strong recovery in private credit. Net foreign assets...
Sri Lanka Suspends Ilmenite Mining Licenses
Newsfirst
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COLOMBO (News 1st); The Ministry of Environment has announced the suspension of all license issuances for ilmenite mining in the Aruwakkalu region of Puttalam, citing unresolved environmental concerns and ongoing investigations. Despite receiving...
India and Sri Lanka explore closer ties in Textile Sector through industry delegation visit
Lanka News Web
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August 11, 2025
August 11, Colombo (LNW): Efforts to deepen trade relations between India and Sri Lanka in the textile sector have gained new momentum, following a recent visit by a high-level Indian industry delegation aimed at fostering long-term collaboration...
Sri Lanka promotes AI-investment opportunities and Disrupt Asia 2025 in London
Daily FT
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A panel discussion to promote investment opportunities in Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Sri Lanka, jointly organised by the Sri Lanka-UK Chamber of Commerce – London (SLUKCC) and the High Commission of Sri Lanka, was held on 31 July at the High...
Sri Lanka ratifies WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies
Daily FT
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Ambassador/Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the WTO in Geneva R.G.S Wijesekara (left) handing over the Protocol of Acceptance to WTO Director General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala The Government of Sri Lanka has formally deposited its instrument...
Sri Lanka deeply concerned over Israel’s Gaza plans
Daily FT
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The Foreign Affairs Ministry on Saturday (9) said that Sri Lanka expresses deep concern over the decision by Israel to seize control of Gaza, which will lead to further escalation of violence and suffering of the people of Gaza. “Sri Lanka calls...
Sri Lanka must navigate tariff turbulence with strategy: Expert
Daily FT
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Advocata Institute CEO Dhananath Fernando - Pic by Lasantha Kumara Advocata Institute CEO Dhananath Fernando says if US pushes for zero tariffs on EVs to SL, countries like Japan, China and India will retaliate Notes small, vulnerable economies...