Sri Lanka turns to India to stem fallout of U.S. tariffs

07 Apr 2025

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In the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump slapping increased tariffs on imports, Sri Lanka sought to strengthen economic cooperation with India during the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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PM Modi concludes visit, emplanes for India

06 Apr 2025

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his state visit and emplaned for India.

Sri Lankan assurance of upholding Indian interests forms basis for defence MoU- Indian Foreign Secretary

05 Apr 2025

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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake reassured once again that Sri Lanka’s land or oceanic territory would not allow to be used in a manner that is inmical and detrimental to India’s interests , Indian Foreign Secretary Vickram Misri said.

Upcountry Tamil parties meet Indian PM Modi, seeks further help

05 Apr 2025

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The leaders of political parties representing the upcountry Tamil community met with visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi this evening.

Visiting Indian Prime Minister meets Opposition Leader

05 Apr 2025

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Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa today the Opposition Leader’s office said.

Buddha’s relics found during excavation in India to be brought for exposition on Vesak Day

05 Apr 2025

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Some relics of the Buddha found during excavation in Gujarat, India, will be brought to Sri Lanka in view of Vesak Poya this year, Indian Foreign Secretary Vickram Misri said.

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PM Modi, President AKD break ground virtually for Sampur solar project

05 Apr 2025

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake unveiled the plaques virtually for the ground breaking of the Sampur solar energy project, and the inauguration of the temperature controlled warehouse in Dambulla and rooftop solar panels at 5,000 religious institutions across the country.

India-Sri Lanka Defence MoU in accordance with international best practices – Defence Secretary

05 Apr 2025

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Any cooperation activities undertaken under the proposed MoU will be in accordance with international best practices and will not conflict with the domestic laws and national policies of either Sri Lanka or India, according to Defence Secretary Sampath Thuyacontha.

Kananathan warns of U.S. tariff impact on Sri Lanka’s economy

04 Apr 2025

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Sri Lanka’s export industry is facing a significant challenge following the United States’ decision to impose a 44% reciprocal tariff on Sri Lankan products. The tariff imposed by the U.S. presents a formidable challenge to Sri Lanka’s exports to the U.S, particularly the apparel industry.

‘‘PM Modi will come with important political, strategic messages’’: Indrani Bagchi

04 Apr 2025

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Ms. Indrani Bagchi, Chief Executive Officer of India’s Ananta Aspen Centre, in an interview with Daily Mirror speaks about its India-Sri Lankan bilateral ties. She was Associate Editor with The Times of India,

U.S. tariffs to remain until Donald Trump determines

03 Apr 2025

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The U. S. tariffs will remain in effect until such a time as President Donald Trump determines that the threat posed by the trade deficit and underlying nonreciprocal treatment is satisfied, resolved, or mitigated, according to the White House.

UNP Chairman asks Govt to keep Ranil-Modi agreements intact

03 Apr 2025

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United National Party (UNP) Chairman former Minister Wajira Abeywardena requested the government to press ahead with bilateral agreements signed between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lanka’s then President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Sri Lanka engages US to follow due procedure

02 Apr 2025

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In the wake of four Sri Lankans being deported after they were caught in their attempt to cross the border into the United States, Sri Lanka is now in contact with the US authorities to make sure that the procedure laid down in the Extradition Treaty and mechanisms outlined in other laws between the two countries are followed in case any Sri Lankan is sought to be deported under the migration policy of the Trump administration in the future...

Sri Lanka set to lose $ 1Bn FDI with Adani moving out

01 Apr 2025

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Sri Lanka is set to lose US $ 1 billion in FDI since Adani wind power project in Mannar is now uncertain with both the project company and the Sri Lankan government remaining firm on tariff rates, Daily Mirror learns.

KDU hospital a burden to Treasury, Govt committee identifies

31 Mar 2025

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Sir John Kotelawala Defence University Hospital which is commonly known as the KDU hospital has been identified as a burden to the Treasury because it does not generate profits, according to a top level committee.

MoUs related to defence, energy connectivity, digitization to be signed during Modi’s visit

29 Mar 2025

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A number of MoUs (Memoranda of Understanding) related to defence, energy connectivity and digitization will be signed during the upcoming visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Sri Lanka, an official said yesterday.

Further delay adds Rs.21 million daily to outstanding bill

28 Mar 2025

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The government’s total dues for the company selected for the construction of the Kadawatha-Mirigama stretch of the central expressway have soared to US $ 189.513 million (Rs.56 billion) and further delay involves daily addition of Rs. 21 million to the outstanding amount, a minister said yesterday.

The UK sanctions on military leaders: Govt weighs response

26 Mar 2025

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Sri Lanka is weighing its response to the UK government’s decision to impose sanctions on three Sri Lankan military leaders and one time LTTE military wing leader in the east Vinayagamurthy Muralitharan alias Karuna Amman who defected from the terrorist organization and joined hands with the then government, Daily Mirror learns.

Adani not ready to budge on original tariff rate for Mannar wind project

25 Mar 2025

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India’s Adani Group is not ready to compromise on the initially agreed tariff rate and other parameters of the 484 MW wind and transmission project in Mannar, despite its agreement to execute the project if Sri Lanka requests, Daily Mirror learns.

Starlink on hold until national security concerns are addressed

24 Mar 2025

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Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite broadband services will be on hold in Sri Lanka until it guarantees the right for the government agencies to secure data or communication details in case of issues related to national security, Daily Mirror learns.