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Lot Polish Airlines has launched charter flight operations from the Czech Republic to Sri Lanka. The first flight arrived at the BIA yesterday (25). A spokesperson for Airport Aviation Services said that these charter flight operations would continue till March 26, 2024. The official said: “These charter flights are organised in collaboration with Cedok of […]
- UK High Court suspends deportation of 40 Lankans (Category: Breaking News)
- Last minute reprieve for Lankan deportees (Category: Breaking News)
- Seahawks charter plane hit by laser on approach to Sea-Tac (Category: USA, Washington)
- Tamil returns: 'UKBA is not aware of any difficulties' (Category: Breaking News)
In the first 22 days of October, Sri Lanka welcomed 77,763 tourists, bringing the year-to-date total to 1,094,019, according to provisional data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).The post Sri Lanka records over 77,000 tourist arrivals in first 22 days of October appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Sri Lanka, the favoured tourist destination (Category: Breaking News)
- TOURIST ARRIVALS HAVE DOUBLED FROM JANUARY TO MAY. (Category: Breaking News)
- Tourist arrivals have doubled from January to May (Category: Breaking News)
- Tourist arrivals in November first half top 27,000 (Category: Breaking News)
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the following steps to be taken in accordance with the joint proposals presented by the Prime Minister, Minister of Tourism and Lands, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Minister of Public Security with the aim of increasing the number of tourist arrivals to 5 million a year in the next […]
- Population can't be capped: minister (Category: Australia, Queensland)
- Brazil and Sri Lanka aim to expand ties - Patriota (Category: Breaking News)
- G.L.Peries to be the next prime minister of SriLanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Ratnasiri tipped to be PM again no portfolios for new comers (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka’s Cabinet has approved plans to waive visa fees for tourists visiting Sri Lanka from seven countries.The post Sri Lanka approves visa-free entry for tourists from 07 countries appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Sri Lanka welcomes over 800,000 tourists in May (Category: Breaking News)
- Chinese tourists visit Sri Lanka for the first time since COVID-19 (Category: Breaking News)
- 101,362 tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka in the first 15 days of 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka halts free visas for long-staying Russian, Ukrainian nationals (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka s Cabinet has approved visa-free entry for visitors from seven countries including India, China and Russia as a pilot project until 31 March 2024, Tourism Minister Harin Fernando said.
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- The Interplay Of Climate Change & Water Shortages In Sri Lanka’s Ecosystems (Category: Breaking News)
- Impact Of Climate Change In Sri Lanka: National Security Challenges & Way Forward (Category: Breaking News)
- Sustainable City Planning & Sri Lanka: A Comparative Study (Category: Breaking News)
- Sustainable City Planning & Sri Lanka: A Comparative Study (Category: Breaking News)
The Cabinet has approved visa-free entry to travellers from India, China, Russia, Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia, and Thailand with immediate effect. Tourism Minister Harin Fernando said that the move is part of a pilot project which will be in effect till 31 March 2024. Sri Lanka records the highest number of tourist arrivals from India, China […]
- Harin refuses to comment on “princess” Diana’s proposal (Category: Breaking News)
- Harin Fernando calls for a second “Aragalaya” (Category: Breaking News)
- Harin Fernando and Manusha Nanayakkara step down (Category: Breaking News)
- Court blocks SJB from taking action against Harin, Manusha (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe revealed that a Presidential Election is set to take place in 2024 in accordance with the Constitution of Sri Lanka.The post Sri Lanka’s presidential and parliamentary elections will be held in 2024 – President appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Elections will be held in accordance with the Constitution, Presidential poll in 2024 – President (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka: Rajapakse, Wickremesinghe meet, discuss proposed constitutional reforms (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil Wickremesinghe named as next candidate of UNP for Presidential Election 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- UNP decides on candidate for next Presidential Election (Category: Breaking News)
Addressing the Special General Convention of the United National Party (UNP) held at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium in Colombo on Saturday (21)., President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized his commitment to bolstering the country’s economy by positioning Sri Lanka as a smart nation. The President outlined the timeline for upcoming elections in line with the constitutional provisions, […]
- Sri Lanka’s presidential and parliamentary elections will be held in 2024 – President (Category: Breaking News)
- Late Sri Lankan President's son vying for party and country leadership (Category: Breaking News)
- SL Govt. has accepted UNP s earlier accusations, says Gayantha (Category: Breaking News)
- The primary objective is to establish Sri Lanka as a “Smart Country” (Category: Breaking News)
As Sri Lanka’s Leading Family Resort 2023 Jetwing Yala, a sanctuary nestled between the Indian Ocean and the edge of Sri Lanka’s most popular wildlife park, has once again clinched the prestigious title of “Sri Lanka’s Leading Family Resort” at the esteemed World Travel Awards in 2023. This remarkable recognition marks the third triumph for […]
- Simon (Sriyantha) Senaratne: Lawyer, CEO & Leisure Business Visionary (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka could try out LPL experiment with Hasaranga (Category: Breaking News)
- Jetwing Lagoon, coming up next (Category: Business)
- Silverwood backs Asitha Fernando for white ball cricket (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka has decided to continue to actively participate in the Belt and Road Initiative proposed by China. Issuing a joint statement, Sri Lanka reiterated that it will never allow any separatist activity against China on Sri Lanka‘s soil. The joint statement by China and Sri Lanka was issued following a visit to China by President Ranil Wickremesinghe […]
- China pledges steadfast support to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka and Estonia successfully conclude inaugural bilateral political consultations (Category: Breaking News)
- China remains the most sincere and reliable friend of Sri Lanka – Ambassador (Category: Breaking News)
- President Wickremesinghe places his trust on Xi Jinping (Category: Breaking News)
Maria Fernanda Garza, the first female Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) which is the largest and most influential business organisation globally and represents 170 countries with a corporate membership of 45 million companies, arrived in Sri Lanka on Wednesday evening (18). Her first visit to Sri Lanka will reportedly encompass meetings with […]
- ICC suspends Sri Lanka Cricket s membership (Category: Breaking News)
- ICC confirms terms of SLC suspension; shifting of U19 World Cup 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka s Prabath Jayasuriya crowned ICC Players of the Month (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka to host U19 Men s Cricket World Cup in 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
Maria Fernanda Garza, the Chair, of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), arrived in Sri Lanka today. The ICC, representing 170 countries with a corporate membership of 45 million companies, is the largest and most influential business organisation globally. Her first visit to Sri Lanka will encompass meetings with business and government leaders. Greeting her […]
- Afghanistan to tour Sri Lanka in November (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka requests to host IPL matches (Category: Breaking News)
- Maria Fernanda Garza, Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), to Visit Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- ICC suspends Sri Lanka Cricket’s membership (Category: Breaking News)
During the official four-day visit to China, President Ranil Wickremesinghe attended a prominent investment, trade and tourism forum hosted at the Sri Lanka embassy in Beijing on Monday (16) with a focus on fostering future business opportunities. The President extended a warm invitation to Chinese entrepreneurs, encouraging them to view Sri Lanka as a strategic […]
- Bond Auction (Category: Business)
- ‘SL will implement home-grown solution’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Market Flavour (Category: Business)
- Seeking Direction (Category: Business)
During the official four-day visit to China, President Ranil Wickremesinghe attended a prominent investment, trade and tourism forum with a strong focus on fostering future business opportunities. President Wickremesinghe extended a warm invitation to Chinese entrepreneurs, encouraging them to view Sri Lanka as a strategic hub for emerging green and digital economic ventures, highlighting t...
- Kamala Harris' VP win is huge for HBCUs, Tougaloo president says (Category: USA, Mississippi)
- Shribman: Gorman, summoned to participate, is celebrated (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- Shribman: Gorman, summoned to participate, is celebrated (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
- Shribman: Gorman, summoned to participate, is celebrated (Category: USA, Massachusetts)
Maria Fernanda Garza, the Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), is set to visit Sri Lanka in October 2023. The ICC, representing 170 countries with a corporate membership of 45 million companies, is the largest and most influential business organisation globally. Only Chamber to represented in United Nations, WTO and WIPO. Her first […]
- First female ICC chair makes maiden visit to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce arrives in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- First female Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) here (Category: Breaking News)
- The International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka, CIMA and Daily FT celebrated Sri Lanka’s Most A... (Category: Breaking News)
Sail Lanka Charter, a dedicated advocate for the promotion of marine tourism in Sri Lanka, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 8th edition of the Boat and Marine Show. Organised by the Chamber of Marine Industries Sri Lanka (CMISL), this event is scheduled to take place from October 27 to 29, 2023, at […]
- Sail Lanka anchors sponsorship for the Galle Literary Festival 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Singapore and Sri Lanka discuss regional stability (Category: Breaking News)
- My Dear Sinhalese Friend (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil loses his cool when questioned on Channel 4 video (Category: Breaking News)
Forty years after it was disrupted due to the civil war in Sri Lanka, ferry services between India and the island republic resumed on Saturday, a move Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed as an “important milestone” in strengthening bilateral ties. Welcoming the resumption of ferry services, Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe said it will help […]
- Japan attaches importance to ties with Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Modi says India greatly sensitive to Sri Lanka’s needs (Category: Breaking News)
- Jimmy Anderson confirms England farewell (Category: Breaking News)
- Congress warns BJP putting Tamils in Sri Lanka at risk (Category: Breaking News)
Output growth of South Asian countries, except Sri Lanka, is projected to remain stronger than in other regions of the world in the coming years, as per the World Bank’s latest South Asia Development Update, ‘Toward Faster, Cleaner Growth’. Growth in the region is stronger than elsewhere in the world, but it is nonetheless not […]
- Growth in South Asia to slow down in 2023, WB (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka s economy shrinks in second quarter of 2022 (Category: Breaking News)
- More than a quarter of Lankans living in poverty – World Bank (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF appreciates Sri Lanka’s economic growth (Category: Breaking News)
Australia is seeking trade and investment framework arrangement with Sri Lanka. Australian Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs Tim Watts, MP, who is in Colombo for the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Council of Ministers said that their growing economic ties with Sri Lanka would be enhanced through the signing of a renewed Trade and Investment […]
- Sri Lanka, Australia agree to strengthen trade and investment ties (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka, Thailand discusses FTA as the country tries to enhance economic relations with ASEAN (Category: Breaking News)
- Trade Minister discusses trade and investment agreement with Australia (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka asks China for help with trade, investment and tourism (Category: Breaking News)
Malaysia and Sri Lanka discussed ways to improve political, and economic ties during the ongoing visit of Malaysian Foreign Minister Dato Seri Diraja Dr. Zambry Abdul Kadir. The Malaysian Foreign Minister and his delegation had talks with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry at the Foreign Ministry in Colombo. “We discussed on the ways to […]
- Monk, officials accused of disregarding President’s orders (Category: Breaking News)
- Tourist zones to be established in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- New envoys to Sri Lanka from EU, Iran, Switzerland present credentials (Category: Breaking News)
- New Maldives President to be “pro-many countries” (Category: Breaking News)
by Shamindra Ferdinando SLMC Secretary M. Nizam Kariapper, PC, yesterday (08) said that the expulsion of Batticaloa District MP Zainul Abdeen Nazeer Ahamed from Parliament for switching allegiance to the government in violation of a decision by the party to vote against Budget 2022 would impact the upcoming vote on Budget 2024. Ahamed voted for […]
- SC determines Minister Ahamed’s expulsion from SLMC valid (Category: Breaking News)
- Over 20 MPs flout party decisions at Budget vote (Category: Breaking News)
- Nazeer, who lost parliamentary seat due to court ruling, made Governor (Category: Breaking News)
- SLMC s decision to oust Naseer Ahamed was lawful, Supreme Court determines (Category: Breaking News)
The Government is keen to go ahead with a systematic development plan for the Trincomalee Port prepared by a Singaporean company, President Ranil Wickremesinghe said today. President Ranil Wickremesinghe unveiled an ambitious 10-year initiative aimed at boosting agriculture and tourism in the Eastern Province, with a particular focus on the development of Trincomalee. He highlighted […]
- Sri Lanka to work with India to make Trincomalee an energy hub (Category: Breaking News)
- New Executive Director at The Family Planning Association of Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- President sees hope for Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday (Category: Breaking News)
- President seeks recommendations on 13-A from all party leaders (Category: Breaking News)
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- RW’s Political Dilemma (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil’s Budget Crisis & Ibn Khaldun (Category: Breaking News)
- A führer In The Making (Category: Breaking News)
- Economic Realities & Political Promises (Category: Breaking News)
By Sirimantha Rathnasekera Ceylon Workers Congress (CWC) leader and Minister of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development, Jeevan Thondaman yesterday said that the plantation Tamil community still had to fight for due recognition even after 200 years of blood, sweat, toil and tears to nurture and serve this nation. Speaking at a ceremony held at […]
- Independence Day celebrations to cost Rs. 200 mn (Category: Breaking News)
- Impounded stock of foreign cigarettes worth Rs. 15 bln destroyed (Category: Breaking News)
- GMOA not amused by Health Minister’s attempt to downplay current crisis as nothing new (Category: Breaking News)
- Cabinet nod for placing SOEs under holding company to fast-track restructuring (Category: Breaking News)
World Tourism Day, celebrated globally on September 27th, serves as a reminder of the pivotal role tourism plays in fostering economic growth, cultural exchange and environmental preservation. In commemoration of World Tourism Day, Browns Hotels & Resorts, a leading name in Sri Lankan hospitality, hosted a thought-provoking forum at their renowned coastal retreat, Thaala Bentota. […]
- Sports Draw (Category: Business)
- Sri Lanka Marks First Anniversary of Civil War End (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka Marks First Anniversary of Civil War End (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka Marks First Anniversary of Civil War End (Category: Breaking News)
The European Union (EU) Delegation to Sri Lanka and the Maldives on Oct. 1 launched ‘Let’s Go Green’ campaign meant to create awareness and advocate responsible green behaviour regarding plastic usage, waste reduction and energy saving among consumers. The campaign will continue till Nov 10 in the run up to the COP28 Summit that begins […]
- NASA moves forward with bold plan to bring Mars rocks back to Earth - CNET (Category: Technology)
- Gov. plants vegetables at mansion (Category: USA, North Carolina)
- Coalition campaigns to close Hazelwood (Category: Australia, Victoria)
- Group plans to ‘dupe’ public about green energy costs: Tories (Category: Canada, Ontario)
The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) is desperate to reach a consensus with political parties in the Opposition. But the Opposition is very much reluctant to do so due to the SLFP leader Maithripala Sirisena’s fickle past and now again under intense fire over the 2019 Easter Sunday attack. Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, no stranger […]
- Maithripala returns to PCoI on Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
- Maithripala returns to PCoI on Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
- Maithripala arrives at PCoI on Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
- Maithripala returns to PCoI on Easter attacks (Category: Breaking News)
The World Bank revised up its forecasts for Sri Lanka's economy on Tuesday, noting the crisis-hit nation had made strides in reducing inflation and had benefited from tourism revenue as well as an appreciation in its currency.The post World Bank boosts Sri Lanka economic forecasts after inflation progress appeared first on ONLANKA - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Top Stories.
- Sri Lanka resumes rate cuts to boost growth as inflation cools (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka still among 10 countries with highest food price inflation (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka unexpectedly cuts rates by 250 bps as inflation eases (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s economy to shrink by 2% in 2023, Central Bank says (Category: Breaking News)
Green economic recovery is a top priory for the European Union (EU) in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, the EU said in a statement today. The EU Delegation to Sri Lanka and the Maldives launched its campaign “Let’s Go Green” which will continue until 10th November 2023 in the run up to the COP28 Summit. The campaign aims […]
- EU calls for democratic and orderly transition in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- EU to brief Sri Lanka on new GSP Regulation (Category: Breaking News)
- EU demands concrete actions from Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- EU reminds Sri Lanka on GSP+ commitments (Category: Breaking News)
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