Sri Lanka to train tourism-related tuk drivers for ethical behaving

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should liberalize factors of production including land and labour, and liberalize trade to push growth to a higher level, the World Bank said in a report as the country recovers from a currency crisis that ended in default...

The 11 travel rules you need to know (and the ones you can ignore)

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Woman 'gang raped by 7 men' in front of husband continues motorcycle travels despite attack

Vicente and Fernanda continued travelling despite the horrific ordeal (Image: vueltaalmundoenmoto/Instagram) Three suspects have appeared before an Indian court after being accused of attacking a man and gang raping his wife. Travel influencers...

Sri Lanka: From Debt to Discipline

Sri Lanka positioned at the strategic location in the Indian Ocean has been in the news lately and the country’s recent economic trajectory is a stark reminder of how policy missteps, governance failures, and external shocks can converge to create...

Top 10 destinations Indians are planning to visit in 2026

We are just three months away from 2026 and travellers have already started making plans for the next year. As per the latest Skyscanner report, Indians have been eyeing a couple of destinations for holidaying, exploring and relaxing in. With all...

Policy Confusion Threatens Sri Lanka’s Digital Economy Ambitions

By: Staff Writer October 12, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s much-touted ambition to build a $15 billion digital economy by 2030 risks remaining a distant dream due to inconsistent policies, sluggish implementation, and a lack of coherent global...

Sri Lanka’s Import Surge Welcomed by IMF

COLOMBO (News 1st); The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has acknowledged the surge in motor vehicle imports in Sri Lanka as a positive contributor to government revenue, but cautioned that the trend may not be sustainable in the long term and...

This city has emerged as India's most sought-after travel destination for 2026

Skyscanner has released its Travel Trends 2026 Report, providing insights into the travel plans of Indians for the upcoming year. The findings reveal that nearly six in ten Indians intend to travel more in 2026, with many willing to spend as much...

Diwali 2025 vacation: Indians can visit over 50 countries visa-free - check full list, key details

With days left for the Diwali 2025 holidays, several people across the country are gearing up to celebrate the festivities abroad. As a growing number of countries are offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival, travelling abroad has become easier with...

Sri Lanka’s digital nation agenda: CSSL leads way with National ICT Conference 2025 to build human-centric future

National ICT Conference 2025 set for 14-16 Oct. at Shangri-La Colombo with theme: “Fostering a Human-Centric Nation – Towards Society 5.0” Sri Lanka stands at an inflection point. Global competition is intensifying, technologies such as artificial...

These Are the Celebratory Trips Travel Advisors Are Planning for 2026

From high school graduation to retirement and everything in between, people are more inclined than ever to celebrate life’s major milestones with the trip of a lifetime – and travel advisors are often the ones making those memories happen....

Which 57 countries can Indian passport holders travel visa-free to in 2025?

India has dropped to the 85th position in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, giving Indian passport holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 57 countries. This marks a decline of five spots from last year, when Indians could travel to 62...

NxtGen AI and ITQ forge strategic partnership to transform travel retailing

ITQ Technologies and NxtGen AI have announced a strategic partnership to create a first-of-its-kind AI-powered orchestration layer for the travel industry. The collaboration aims to simplify how journeys are discovered, booked, and serviced across...

Sri Lanka’s Diplomacy Is a Circus — and the Foreign Minister Its Clown

by Luxman Aravind In diplomatic circles, there is an old saying: “If you are not at the table, then you are on the menu.” One is compelled to wonder whether Sri Lanka’s current Foreign Minister, Vijitha Herath, has ever paused to contemplate the...

Sri Lankan Foreign Minister meets outgoing Qatari Ambassador

Colombo: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, HE Vijitha Herath, met with HE Jassim bin Jaber Al-Suroor, Qatar's outgoing Ambassador, marking the end of his diplomatic...

Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways launch codeshare flights to 9 destinations

Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways have launched codeshare flights to 19 destinations, with more set to be added in the near future. Kenya Airways customers can book codeshare flights between Nairobi and Doha, as well as to 10 destinations connecting...

No Change in Travel Advisory : Ambassador

COLOMBO (News 1st); The United States Department of State has reaffirmed its existing travel advisory for Sri Lanka, maintaining the country at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. The update, issued on October 9, was clarified by U.S. Ambassador...

IMF Calls Out Sri Lanka’s Misleading FDI Claims, Urges BOI Reform

By: Staff Writer October 11, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s claims of robust foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows have come under scrutiny, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) subtly but firmly challenging the government’s attempt to inflate...

Foreign Remittances Surge as Sri Lankans Flock Overseas for Jobs

By: Staff Writer October 11, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s foreign remittances have surged to record levels in 2025, driven by a sharp rise in overseas employment and a return of confidence in formal banking channels, providing much-needed relief to...

This Indian city has made it to the list of the world’s 10 cheapest long-haul vacation destinations

If you're looking to explore the world without spending a fortune, here's a list of the world’s 10 cheapest long-haul vacation destinations that can help you plan your trip. This list shows that it's still possible to take an international break...