Saturday 3rd June, 2023 Long lines of vehicles were seen near filling stations yesterday as well, and it may be a couple of days before the situation is brought under control. Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera has threatened tough action against the fuel stations that did not maintain adequate stocks due to speculation […]

State Finance Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya yesterday announced the easing of import restrictions on approximately 300 to 400 items from next week.This decision is a direct result of the improved availability of US dollars, he said. During a media conference, in Ruwanwella, Minister Siyambalapitiya explained that the initial import restrictions were imposed due to the shortage […]