UGC Opens University Admission Applications 2025 A/L Results
UGC opens applications for university admission based on 2025 A/L results, with the University Grants Commission confirming applications will be accepted from April
Education and Career
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — May 05, 2026
22 Carat 8 Grams Gold Price today in Sri Lanka reflects continued movement in the local bullion market as global gold trends and
Economics
IMF omission of Sri Lanka GDP projections signals fragile recovery
IMF omission of Sri Lanka GDP projections signals fragile recovery, economist says as the country’s absence from global growth forecasts underscores lingering structural
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 05 May 2026
Sri Lanka rupee weaker to US dollar; bond yields steady as currency markets reflected mild depreciation pressures while government securities held relatively stable
Stock Market
Browns Beach Rs. 30 per share exit offer opens today
Browns Beach Rs. 30 per share exit offer opens today as minority shareholders are given an opportunity to divest their holdings ahead of
Finance
MBSL proposes Rs. 999.1 m Rights to shore up Tier I capital
MBSL proposes Rs. 999.1 m Rights to shore up Tier I capital as the Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance PLC moves
Economics
Sajith warns VAT changes will suffocate businesses
Sajith warns VAT changes will ‘suffocate’ businesses as concerns mount over the Government’s proposed overhaul of Sri Lanka’s indirect tax framework, with critics
Economics
VAT increase offset by SSCL removal no impact profits
VAT increase offset by SSCL removal; no impact on financial sector profits is the key conclusion from recent analysis, as Sri Lanka’s proposed
Business
Melstacorp appointed authorised importer and distributor for BMW vehicles in Sri Lanka
Melstacorp appointed authorised importer and distributor for BMW vehicles in Sri Lanka marks a significant development in the country’s premium automotive sector, as
Tourism
Airport taxi operators seek relief amid declining arrivals
Airport taxi operators seek relief amid declining arrivals as private service providers at Bandaranaike International Airport warn of mounting financial pressure due to