Sri Lanka ranked third in South Asia for child displacements from climate disasters: UNICEF

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka follows India and Bangladesh in highest absolute number of child displacements linked to weather-related disasters, a United Nations Children’s Fund – South Asia report showed. “India, given its large population,...

‘Sri Lanka records 3.75 lakh Indian tourists footfall in nine months’

“With the record-breaking footfall of about 3.75 lakh Indian tourists in Sri Lanka in this year alone, the country is regaining its value as the most preferred destination,” said Shirani Herath, Assistant Director, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion...

Vietnam mid-Autumn festival celebrated at Truc Lam monastery in Sri Lanka

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka follows India and Bangladesh in highest absolute number of child displacements linked to weather-related disasters, a United Nations Children’s Fund – South Asia report showed. “India, given its large population,...

Sri Lankan Banks Show Signs of Recovery as NPLs Decline and Profits Surge

October 06, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s banking sector has shown early signs of stabilisation, with non-performing loans (NPLs) easing and profitability strengthening during the second quarter of 2025, according to the latest analysis from the...

2025 Climate Tech Companies to Watch: Ather Energy and its premium e-scooters

As the country’s leading EV-only scooter maker, Ather’s successful expansion could supercharge India’s shift away from fossil fuels, and help achieve the government’s goal of reducing air pollution, while also building a market presence...

Boutique Hotels Hold Key to Sri Lanka’s Tourism Reinvention

By: Staff Writer October 06, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s post-crisis tourism revival is beginning to find new direction through the rise of boutique hotels, small, design-focused properties that promise personalised experiences rooted in local...

Sri Lanka’s Economic Reality Check

Despite some economic progress in Sri Lanka over the years, the fact that the country was declared bankrupt in 2022 negates such achievements in terms of the sustainability of the economy and highlights structural weaknesses in its fundamentals....

Sri Lanka’s new Envoy to Maldives presents credentials to President

The newly appointed High Commissioner of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka to the Republic of Maldives, Mohamed Rizvi Hassen, presented his Letters of Credence to Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, at a ceremony held this afternoon at the...

10 Years of Remembering Wildlife: the latest book in photo conservation series is on sale now

The tenth book in the Remembering Wildlife conservation series has just gone on sale. '10 Years of Remembering Wildlife' includes some of the best images from the previous books, together with a new section that showcases the pangolin – the...

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem to Drive Vision for Safety, Sustainability, and Innovation

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is set to lead discussions on the future of motorsport and mobility when he opens the FIA Asia Pacific Congress in Chiang Mai, Thailand this Wednesday. The event aims to highlight the region’s growing influence...

Sri Lankan and Bangladeshi envoys present credentials

New ambassadors from two neighboring countries – Sri Lanka and Bangladesh – have presented their credentials Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. The new ambassadors – Sri Lankan High Commissioner Mohamed Rizvi Hassen and Bangladeshi High...

1,000 families receive new homes as Sri Lanka marks World Habitat Day

Posted by Editor on October 5, 2025 - 6:14 pm The national ceremony to mark World Habitat Day was held this morning (October 5) at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo under the patronage of Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The...

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem to champion safety, sustainability, innovation at Asia Pacific Congress

Dubai, UAE, 6th October, 2025: Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), will open the FIA Asia Pacific Congress in Chiang Mai, Thailand, on Wednesday by spotlighting the region’s growing impact on...

AIADMK urges MEA intervention for release of fishermen held in Sri Lanka

AIADMK secretary A. Anbalagan (File photo) The Puducherry unit of the AIADMK has sought the urgent intervention of the Union External Minister S. Jaishankar in persuading the Sri Lankan authorities to release the 12 Tamil fishermen who were taken...

Large-scale analysis offers insights into sporadic nature of chikungunya virus outbreaks

The symptoms come on quickly - acute fever, followed by debilitating joint pain that can last for months. Though rarely fatal, the chikungunya virus, a mosquito-borne illness, can be particularly severe for high-risk individuals, including...

Sri Lanka makes electronic travel authorisation mandatory amid backlash against LGBTQ tourism

The Sri Lankan government has reinstated its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, announcing that all tourists must obtain the approval prior to entering the country, starting October 15. The move was confirmed by the Department of...

Sri Lanka Faces Rising Debt Burden from Growth-Linked Bond Triggers

By: Staff Writer October 04, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s recent sovereign debt restructuring carries significant upside risks—if the economy outperforms expectations, the nation may be locked into additional payments of US$150 million to US$270...

Sri Lanka Urged to Prioritise Energy Reform Amid Broader Economic Overhaul: World Bank

October 04, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka must undertake sweeping reforms to its energy sector to address persistently high energy costs, the World Bank has cautioned, citing the nation’s vulnerability compared to its regional counterparts. The call...

Sri Lanka and Antigua and Barbuda Forge New Diplomatic Ties

October 04, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka has formally entered into diplomatic relations with the Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda, marking a new chapter in its international engagement strategy. The agreement, which took immediate effect upon...

Sri Lanka’s Foreign Debt Reaches US$ 37 Bn as MPs Call for Enhanced Financial Oversight

October 04, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s foreign borrowing has surged to a staggering USD 37 billion—approximately Rs. 19.6 trillion—prompting fresh scrutiny from the nation’s parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (CoPF). The figure was...