US new tariff: Harsha gives his assessment
Opposition MP Dr. Harsha de Silva has called for urgent, bipartisan efforts to secure a more competitive trade deal with the United States, warning that the current 30% tariff on Sri Lankan exports is not sustainable and risks undermining the…
Ford Recalls Over 850,000 Vehicles in U.S
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 850,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a potential fuel pump issue that could lead to engine stalling, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced Thursday. According to NHTSA, a faulty low-pressure…
World Record: Most expensive handbag ever sold
The original Hermès model made for actress, singer and fashion icon Jane Birkin in 1984 has sold at auction for a staggering €7 million ($8.18 million). With fees, the anonymous bidder paid a total of €8.58 million ($10 million), making…
Trincomalee foreigner assault : One suspect arrested
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Arun Hemachandra, has condemned the recent assault of a group of foreign tourists in Trincomalee, stating that the government has taken serious note of the unfortunate incident. Issuing a statement, the Deputy Minister said that…
Dialog e-Load Super Blast Offers Rs.150 Million in Prizes for Digital Reloads
Win SUVs, Gold Coins, Smartphones and More for Prepaid Top-Ups From left to right – Supun Weerasinghe, Director / Group Chief Executive, Dialog Axiata PLC; Hemal Ranasinghe; and Lasantha Theverapperuma, Group Chief Marketing Officer, Dialog Axiata PLC Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri…
Police slams Irresponsible Media Coverage of Seatbelt Regulations
The Sri Lanka Police have denied recent media reports suggesting that a new law has been introduced mandating seatbelt use for bus drivers. Issuing a statement, police clarified that no such new regulation has been implemented, and that the seatbelt…
Schoolboy falls off footboard of moving bus : Captured on camera
A distressing incident has been reported from Kurunegala where a schoolboy fell off the footboard of a private bus while it was in motion. The shocking footage was recorded by the dashboard camera of a car driven by the child’s…
Today’s News Digest – July 2
Today’s News Digest: Your go-to summary of the key events and headlines that shaped the day. From major developments to breaking news, we bring you everything that happened today, all in one quick and easy read. Foreign scholarship programme for…
From Supermarkets to Smart Banking: Cargills Bank Marks 11 Years of Innovation
Cargills Bank proudly marks its 11th anniversary, celebrating over a decade of inclusive and transformative banking that continues to reshape access to financial services across the island. Established in 2014 with a mission to empower progress in every Sri Lankan…
Canada orders Hikvision to close Canadian operations
The Canadian government has directed Chinese surveillance camera maker Hikvision to halt its operations in Canada, citing national security concerns. The announcement was made by Industry Minister Mélanie Joly on Friday night. Hikvision, formally known as Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology…