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Sri Lanka Targets Lower Electricity Tariffs via Power Sector Restructuring.

May 18, 2026 at 12:02 AM

The Sri Lankan government has launched a strategic plan to reduce electricity costs by transitioning the power sector toward renewable energy and improved hydroelectric efficiency. As part of this reform, financial compensation was recently distributed to nearly 1,900 employees who opted for voluntary retirement.

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Sri Lanka Targets Lower Electricity Tariffs via Power Sector Restructuring

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Rising Fuel Costs Driving Consumers Toward EVs, Says BYD Executive.

May 13, 2026 at 12:44 PM

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Beyond the Monthly Bill: The Economic Ripple Effect of Rising Electricity Costs.

May 13, 2026 at 12:23 AM

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Economy

US Inflation Surges in April as Global Conflicts Drive Up Energy Costs.

US inflation reached a 3.8% annual rate in April, driven by rising gasoline costs linked to regional conflicts. This uptick poses significant economic and political challenges for the administration.

May 12, 2026 at 12:37 PM

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May 10, 2026 at 11:57 PM

Sri Lankan Households Face Fresh Financial Pressure Amidst Rising Energy Costs and Currency Depreciation.

Sri Lanka has implemented a new electricity tariff revision for high-usage consumers, compounding the cost-of-living crisis as the rupee faces continued depreciation. The move is expected to drive inflation, impacting retail food prices.

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Opposition Critiques 18% Electricity Tariff Hike as Unfair Burden.

May 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has condemned the 18% electricity tariff hike for high-consumption users, arguing it unfairly burdens consumers with costs related to substandard coal imports and impacts the business sector.

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Opposition Critiques 18% Electricity Tariff Hike as Unfair Burden

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Sri Lanka’s Energy Crisis: Grid Instability and the Halt on Renewable Energy.

Sri Lanka is facing a deepening power crisis as peak demand exceeds 3100 MW. Authorities have ordered the shutdown of rooftop solar projects, sparking criticism over the lack of investment in battery storage and grid modernization.

May 3, 2026 at 11:55 PM

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President Dissanayake Signals Potential Adjustment to Fuel Prices Amid Global Market Pressures.

May 1, 2026 at 2:48 PM

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Sri Lanka Inflation Spikes to 5.4% Amid Energy Cost Surge.

April 30, 2026 at 11:43 AM

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National System Operator Files Proposal for Q2 Electricity Tariff Hike

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April 28, 2026 at 5:46 PM

National System Operator Files Proposal for Q2 Electricity Tariff Hike.

The National System Operator (Pvt) Ltd. has formally submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) to adjust electricity tariffs for the second quarter, citing recent increases in fuel costs as the primary driver.

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Technology

Surging Infrastructure Costs: Data Center Expansion Drives Natural Gas Plant Prices Up 66%.

April 27, 2026 at 3:31 PM

The rapid expansion of AI data centers has triggered a 66% increase in natural gas power plant construction costs, driven by supply chain shortages and surging electricity demand.

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Surging Infrastructure Costs: Data Center Expansion Drives Natural Gas Plant Prices Up 66%

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Guangdong Industrial Sector Faces Energy Crisis Amid Rising Global Spot Prices.

April 27, 2026 at 5:43 AM

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Middle East Conflict Sparks Global Surge in Electric Vehicle Adoption.

April 27, 2026 at 5:27 AM

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United States

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US Inflation Outlook Worsens as Middle East Conflict Drives Energy Costs Higher.

April 24, 2026 at 10:33 AM

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Escalating Geopolitical Tensions Drive Sri Lanka's Oil Import Costs to Record Highs

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April 16, 2026 at 4:54 AM

Escalating Geopolitical Tensions Drive Sri Lanka's Oil Import Costs to Record Highs.

HSBC CEO Georges Elhedery reveals that global energy market disruptions have forced nations like Sri Lanka to pay as much as $286 per barrel for oil, far exceeding international benchmark prices.

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Energy

UK Energy Grid Confirms Robust Natural Gas Reserves for Summer Season.

April 13, 2026 at 11:12 PM

The UK's national grid operators have projected sufficient gas and electricity supplies for the summer, despite ongoing global geopolitical tensions and a reduction in domestic production.

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IMF Calls for Targeted Relief Amidst Proposed Electricity Tariff Adjustments.

April 9, 2026 at 5:21 PM

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Debunking Myths: Electric Vehicles Are Not Straining Sri Lanka’s Power Grid.

April 9, 2026 at 9:56 AM

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Domestic LP Gas Rates Adjusted Amid Rising International Market Costs.

April 7, 2026 at 12:01 PM

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Government Announces Electricity Bill Concessions for Low-Usage Consumers

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April 7, 2026 at 8:38 AM

Government Announces Electricity Bill Concessions for Low-Usage Consumers.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has announced a government-funded relief package for electricity consumers using under 90 units, covering costs for the next three months amid challenging economic conditions.

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