Tamil Nadu's Debt Doubles in 4 Years; Sri Lanka Exports Locally Built Laptops to Zimbabwe

In Tamil Nadu, PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss stated that the DMK government has doubled the state's public debt to ₹9,40,000 crore in four years, a significant increase from ₹4,40,000 crore under the previous administration in 2021. Ramadoss criticized the government's reliance on borrowing rather than increasing non-tax revenues. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka's EWIS Colombo Ltd exported its first consignment of locally built laptops to Zimbabwe. Chairman Sanjeewa Wickramanayake mentioned ongoing discussions with Zambia, Kenya, South Africa, and China for potential business expansions. He also emphasized the need for Sri Lanka to establish free trade agreements with African countries and tax rebates on imported parts to enhance the electronics industry and exports. EWIS plans to bring in US$1 million in the next three months.