World Bank Income Update: Sri Lanka has regained upper-middle-income status after the economy expanded by 5% in 2025, with growth supported by tourism and financial services, though the country only narrowly crossed the threshold. Energy & Power Reliability: A 250MW solar battery storage system is set to be installed at 19 substations to cut diesel and fuel costs for power generation. Fuel Price Watch: July brings new fuel price changes and revised submissions deadlines, with impacts varying for motorists, businesses and airlines. Electricity Tariff Input: PUCSL has opened public submissions on the pricing and costing of fuel used for electricity generation, due by July 14. Healthcare Cost Pressure: Doctors’ union claims patients are paying up to triple for essential medicines due to shortages, while a public hearing is set to scrutinize fuel costs that could also affect tariffs. Public Safety & Crime: Two suspects were arrested over an assault on a Sri Lanka Air Force officer in Wadduwa. Governance & Integrity: Korea’s anti-corruption model is being showcased as Sri Lanka adapts integrity assessment tools, including risk assessments and whistleblower protections. Anti-Scam Action: CBSL has published a list of 25 institutions linked to prohibited pyramid schemes. Health Alert: A three-day islandwide dengue eradication programme begins today as cases pass 55,000. Disaster Response: Sri Lanka ends the state of emergency imposed after Cyclone Ditwah, citing no extension needed. Sports (Local Interest): New Zealand’s Lincoln University netball team beat Sri Lanka 62-54 in the opening match of a six-game series in Galle.