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Shaping living wage agenda: Asia-Pacific’s call to action

Thursday, 18 September 2025 02:44

Geneva arena, Mahinda Rajapaksa returns to Ruhuna, Sri Lanka-Nepal outcomes

Thursday, 18 September 2025 02:17

There are humans in Gaza

Thursday, 18 September 2025 00:36

Consultation conundrum: How ‘people friendly’ is the Government?

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:28

Stolen innocence, shattered lives: Sri Lanka’s digital heartbreak

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:26

Kithul’s revival: Blending tradition, wellness and export potential

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:24

Designed for control: Digital infrastructure and public

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:22

Rewiring for growth: How Government and fintechs can power Sri Lanka’s digital revival

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:20

North, East and West: Navigating Sri Lanka’s compass in new world order

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 02:41

Budget 2026 imperative: Making housing affordable through tax reform

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 02:31

AI fundamentals: Demystifying technology that’s reshaping our world

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 02:07

M.H.M. Ashraff PC: Power of education to transform communities

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 00:23

Independent central bank is for citizens and not for politicians

Monday, 15 September 2025 01:20

Direct challenge to Sri Lanka’s educational leaders

Monday, 15 September 2025 01:02

Case of “unknowns” hijacking isolated protests with “anti-corruption” rhetoric

Monday, 15 September 2025 00:52

Repeal of Presidents’ Entitlements Act: Reform or retrospective punishment?

Monday, 15 September 2025 00:50

Building aspiration for the modern consumer: Case for home-grown brands

Monday, 15 September 2025 00:10

Public property, ours or theirs?

Saturday, 13 September 2025 00:11

Gaza genocide: Global North’s premeditated crime

Saturday, 13 September 2025 00:10

Strike on Doha, strike against the order: Time for meaningful response

Saturday, 13 September 2025 00:05

President vows to make 2025 pivotal year for SL

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday declared that 2025 will mark a decisive turning point in Sri Lanka’s economic, social, political and leg ..

Chinese envoy praises AKD, says Presidency new era for Sri Lanka

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:18

Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong yesterday said the Presidency of Anura Kumara Disanayake had ushered in “a new era with renewed vitality ..

10 corporates empower university students on cybersecurity at Daily FT-CICRA Summit today

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:15

10 socially responsible corporates have come forward to empower State university students with the latest knowledge on cybersecurity threats and solut ..

BOC unveils Sri Lanka’s first biodegradable banking card

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:08

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday announced the launch of Sri Lanka’s first-ever biodegradable banking card. ..

Crafting legacy through collaboration and synergy

Thursday, 18 September 2025 01:59

The recent decision by business magnate Dhammika Perera to acquire 50% of LAUGFS Holdings Ltd. (LHL) has taken the Sri Lankan corporate world by surpr ..

Sri Lanka tourism may fall short of 2025 arrival and earning targets

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:33

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is poised for one of its strongest years since the crisis years of 2019–2022, but the country is unlikely to hit its ..

PA raises alarm over Govt. decision to import spices

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:28

The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA) yesterday voiced its concerns following the Government’s decision to permit the importation of spices und ..

Verité Research unveils public platform for Budget proposals

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:24

Verité Research yesterday launched the ‘Budget Proposal Hub’ a first of its kind trilingual platform that empowers people to participate in the n ..

Latest insights to cyber security today and tomorrow via Daily FT-CICRA initiative

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:20

The latest insights to cyber security challenges and solutions for organisations and individuals will come under spotlight today and tomorrow in Colom ..

Magampura Port Management Company defaults on $ 19 m loan

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 04:46

The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) has found that the Magampura Port Management Company, a fuel supply unit of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority ( ..

Visa reinforces cybersecurity commitment with 11th Annual Cyber Security Summit

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 04:42

Visa has reinforced its continued commitment to strengthening Sri Lanka’s digital ecosystem by joining as a strategic partner for the 11th Annual Cy ..

Manufacturing, services PMI growth cools in August

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 04:40

The country’s manufacturing and services sectors in August have expanded, as per the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), its compiler the Central Ba ..

Gold wins for Heel Oya Village, Jetwing Vil Uyana and Heritance Kandalama at Indian Subcontinent Responsible Tourism Awards 2025

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 03:04

Every year, the International Centre for Responsible Tourism (ICRT) recognises responsible tourism changemakers around the world with regional and glo ..

Prime makes its biggest land acquisition worth Rs. 3.5 b

Monday, 15 September 2025 04:21

Prime Lands Residencies PLC on Friday acquired over 1 acre of land on Station Road, Bambalapitiya, Colombo 4, for Rs. 3.5 billion. ..

Latest omission of Colombo Port sparks fear among exporters

Monday, 15 September 2025 04:17

Exporters are yet again faced with challenges as operational delays in the Port of Colombo have resulted in vessels omitting the Port of Colombo and g ..

Cabinet approves over Rs. 10 b in local pharmaceutical procurements

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:16

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved a major procurement package aimed at strengthening local pharmaceutical production and ensuring uninterrup ..

Tea crop falls in August, YTD production up

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:12

Sri Lanka’s tea crop posted mixed results in August, with monthly production falling year-on-year (YoY), while cumulative output for the first eight ..

Finance Ministry appoints Thulci Aluwihare and Sharmini Ratwatte to BOC Board

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:02

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has appointed Thulci Aluwihare and Sharmini Ratwatte as Independent Non-Executive Directors to its Board on the recommendations o ..

World Bank Vice President concludes first official visit to Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 05:26

The World Bank’s Vice President for South Asia Johannes Zutt concluded his first official visit to Sri Lanka yesterday. During his two-day visit, h ..

Cabinet nod to ink $100 m ADB loan agreement for tourism development projects

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:30

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the signing of loan agreements to secure a $ 100 million facility from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to ..

President urges WB to mediate in taking SL’s current corruption-free status to world

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:27

President Anura Kumara Disanayake on Monday urged representatives of the World Bank to assist in conveying to the global community the transparent nat ..

Cabinet clears hike in betting and gaming levy, doubling casino entry fee for locals

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:22

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved a 2025 Budget proposal to increase the levy on betting and gaming, while also doubling the casino entry fe ..

Sri Lanka tax administration 20 years behind Africa, says Prof. Mick Moore

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 04:47

Prof. Mick Moore said Sri Lanka’s tax administration is two decades behind many African countries and must shift its focus to large-scale evaders if ..

CBSL survey shows business confidence rising to three-year high

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 04:44

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) recently said its Business Outlook Survey (BOS) Business Condition Index rose to 130 in 2Q 2025, the highest sinc ..

New Rs. 2000 note in public circulation soon

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 04:41

The Central Bank yesterday said the Rs. 2000 circulated commemorative currency note issued on 29 August to mark its 75th anniversary is being graduall ..

Digital Economy Ministry drives Sri Lanka’s ‘Techfront Fortnight’

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 04:32

The Digital Economy Ministry yesterday announced Sri Lanka TechFront Fortnight, a flagship series of events running from 17 to 30 September as part of ..

Govt. targets $ 6.5 b from key export crops by 2030

Monday, 15 September 2025 04:22

Plantation and Community Infrastructure Minister Samantha Vidyaratna last Friday announced that the Government has set an ambitious target of generati ..

Mithila Wegapitiya appointed Vice Chairman of LAUGFS Holdings

Monday, 15 September 2025 04:19

Mithila Wegapitiya has been appointed the Vice Chairman of LAUGFS Holdings Ltd., following the resignation of Thilak de Silva, who was also the Co-Fou ..

Odeon ups stake in CT Holdings

Monday, 15 September 2025 04:16

Largest shareholder Odeon Holdings (Ceylon) Ltd., has increased its stake in CT Holdings PLC. ..

Chinese envoy praises AKD, says Presidency new era for Sri Lanka

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:18

Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong yesterday said the Presidency of Anura Kumara Disanayake had ushered in “a new era with renewed vitality ..

Cabinet approves over Rs. 10 b in local pharmaceutical procurements

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:16

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved a major procurement package aimed at strengthening local pharmaceutical production and ensuring uninterrup ..

10 corporates empower university students on cybersecurity at Daily FT-CICRA Summit today

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:15

10 socially responsible corporates have come forward to empower State university students with the latest knowledge on cybersecurity threats and solut ..

Tea crop falls in August, YTD production up

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:12

Sri Lanka’s tea crop posted mixed results in August, with monthly production falling year-on-year (YoY), while cumulative output for the first eight ..

BOC unveils Sri Lanka’s first biodegradable banking card

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:08

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday announced the launch of Sri Lanka’s first-ever biodegradable banking card. ..

Finance Ministry appoints Thulci Aluwihare and Sharmini Ratwatte to BOC Board

Thursday, 18 September 2025 05:02

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has appointed Thulci Aluwihare and Sharmini Ratwatte as Independent Non-Executive Directors to its Board on the recommendations o ..

Crafting legacy through collaboration and synergy

Thursday, 18 September 2025 01:59

The recent decision by business magnate Dhammika Perera to acquire 50% of LAUGFS Holdings Ltd. (LHL) has taken the Sri Lankan corporate world by surpr ..

World Bank Vice President concludes first official visit to Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 05:26

The World Bank’s Vice President for South Asia Johannes Zutt concluded his first official visit to Sri Lanka yesterday. During his two-day visit, h ..

Sri Lanka tourism may fall short of 2025 arrival and earning targets

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:33

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is poised for one of its strongest years since the crisis years of 2019–2022, but the country is unlikely to hit its ..

Cabinet nod to ink $100 m ADB loan agreement for tourism development projects

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:30

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the signing of loan agreements to secure a $ 100 million facility from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to ..

PA raises alarm over Govt. decision to import spices

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:28

The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA) yesterday voiced its concerns following the Government’s decision to permit the importation of spices und ..

President urges WB to mediate in taking SL’s current corruption-free status to world

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:27

President Anura Kumara Disanayake on Monday urged representatives of the World Bank to assist in conveying to the global community the transparent nat ..

Verité Research unveils public platform for Budget proposals

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:24

Verité Research yesterday launched the ‘Budget Proposal Hub’ a first of its kind trilingual platform that empowers people to participate in the n ..

Cabinet clears hike in betting and gaming levy, doubling casino entry fee for locals

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:22

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved a 2025 Budget proposal to increase the levy on betting and gaming, while also doubling the casino entry fe ..

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Pre-budget talks focus on auto and electronics industries

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 19:51

A pre-budget discussion on the automobile and electronic equipment sectors was held yesterday (16) at the Presidential Secretariat, chaired by Ministe ..

Cabinet approves $100m ADB loan for tourism development

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 19:29

President highlights infrastructure investment, apparel sector engagement in pre-budget talks

Saturday, 13 September 2025 13:34

President meets new Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Board

Friday, 12 September 2025 06:06

Cabinet approves land leases for 38 investment projects

Wednesday, 10 September 2025 06:09

Sri Lanka, India to build Rs. 600M Emergency Unit in Mannar

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Thursday, 4 September 2025 03:35

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First Sri Lankan-owned tower company “SGH TowerCo” secures landmark licence for connectivity growth

Thursday, 18 September 2025 04:38

Fortude builds momentum for women in tech with all-female Ignite 2.0 tech internship

Thursday, 18 September 2025 04:36

Redefining Sri Lanka’s tech landscape: SLIIT Codefest 2025 concludes successfully

Thursday, 18 September 2025 04:34

FT Lite

Geoffrey Bawa Trust announces line-up of events in September

Saturday, 13 September 2025 00:01

PROGRAMING for the Geoffrey Bawa Trust’s current “Ways of Knowing” exhibition is now in full swing. September is packed with the Trust’s regul ..

Arjun Rampal to dazzle Signature Glam at City of Dreams Sri Lanka

Saturday, 13 September 2025 00:00

New resident at White House: Barron Trump moves in

Saturday, 13 September 2025 00:00

Opinion and Issues

Geneva arena, Mahinda Rajapaksa returns to Ruhuna, Sri Lanka-Nepal outcomes

Thursday, 18 September 2025 02:17

Bristling with misplaced arrogance as always, JVP theoretician and NPP Minister Bimal Rathnayake boasted in Parliament that 43 countries had spoken in ..

Crafting legacy through collaboration and synergy

Thursday, 18 September 2025 01:59

There are humans in Gaza

Thursday, 18 September 2025 00:36

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Cricket and no handshake: When politics enters sporting arena

Thursday, 18 September 2025 02:35

The Indian cricket team’s decision not to shake hands with members of the Pakistan cricket team at the conclusion of the Group A match of the Asia C ..

Inclusive approach necessary to draft new Tourism Act

Wednesday, 17 September 2025 00:00

Need to systematically integrate former soldiers into society

Tuesday, 16 September 2025 02:41

Welcome break from politics of entitlement

Monday, 15 September 2025 01:49

Non-compliance with building regulations must be dealt with strictly

Saturday, 13 September 2025 00:00

Allocation of forest reserve land for farming will worsen human-elephant conflict

Friday, 12 September 2025 00:00

Special Report

Building trust in digital age: Sri Lanka’s roadmap to cybersecurity and data privacy

Wednesday, 16 July 2025 00:00

The first ever full-day Data Privacy and Protection Summit organised by the Daily FT in collaboration with CICRA Holdings Ltd., was held recently at ..

IODA pledges to support SL to make country diving hub

Tuesday, 24 June 2025 00:08

Forging unity through media: 2025 SCO Media Cooperation Forum in Xinjiang

Monday, 16 June 2025 02:35

Business News

Delmege celebrates 175 years of innovation, trust, and service to nation

Phoenix products feature at Saudi INDEX Expo – 2025 in Riyadh

Alumex: Four decades of aluminium excellence, innovation and sustainability

EDB and Germany’s Import Promotion Desk to expand cooperation

CBL inks deal with Aamalcom Holdings to expand market presence in Saudi Arabia

Build SL 2026 International Expo

Anura Weerakoon joins Talawakelle Tea Board

Sri Lanka: Emerging as Asia’s next startup and innovation hub

Sri Lanka–Singapore Business Council elects new leadership at 28th AGM

Milinda Hewagama appointed to Kelani Valley Plantations Board

Exporters press for bureaucratic, labour reforms in 2026 Budget proposals

Sri Lankan entrepreneurs shine at Forbes Under 30 Summit Asia 2025

Nilendra Weerasinghe joins Panasian Power Board

CEAT Kelani honours top dealers with ‘Autobahn 2.0’ convention and awards gala

First-ever EFC National Best Employer Awards up for grabs

Slim Pharmaceuticals appoints Riza Cassim as CEO

Govt. to step back from running businesses, focus on facilitation

Immigration Department sees revenue surge amid passport service expansion

Brantel ups Resus Energy stake

EU-funded Energy Management Forum sets stage for long-term efficiency in Sri Lankan industry

EFL delivers seamless logistics for Richardson Serendib 5 MW solar power plant

Sri Lanka hosts “Ceylon Tea – Finest Evening” to promote trade, tourism, and Ceylon Tea in Thailand

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Shaping living wage agenda: Asia-Pacific’s call to action

Geneva arena, Mahinda Rajapaksa returns to Ruhuna, Sri Lanka-Nepal outcomes

There are humans in Gaza

Consultation conundrum: How ‘people friendly’ is the Government?

Stolen innocence, shattered lives: Sri Lanka’s digital heartbreak

Kithul’s revival: Blending tradition, wellness and export potential

Designed for control: Digital infrastructure and public

Rewiring for growth: How Government and fintechs can power Sri Lanka’s digital revival

North, East and West: Navigating Sri Lanka’s compass in new world order

Budget 2026 imperative: Making housing affordable through tax reform

AI fundamentals: Demystifying technology that’s reshaping our world

M.H.M. Ashraff PC: Power of education to transform communities

Independent central bank is for citizens and not for politicians

Direct challenge to Sri Lanka’s educational leaders

Case of “unknowns” hijacking isolated protests with “anti-corruption” rhetoric

Repeal of Presidents’ Entitlements Act: Reform or retrospective punishment?

Building aspiration for the modern consumer: Case for home-grown brands

Public property, ours or theirs?

Gaza genocide: Global North’s premeditated crime

Strike on Doha, strike against the order: Time for meaningful response

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Mithila Wegapitiya appointed Vice Chairman of LAUGFS Holdings

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Underperforming Rs. 10 b RAMIS system at risk

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Delmege celebrates 175 years of innovation, trust, and service to nation

Phoenix products feature at Saudi INDEX Expo – 2025 in Riyadh

Alumex: Four decades of aluminium excellence, innovation and sustainability

EDB and Germany’s Import Promotion Desk to expand cooperation

CBL inks deal with Aamalcom Holdings to expand market presence in Saudi Arabia

Build SL 2026 International Expo

Anura Weerakoon joins Talawakelle Tea Board

Sri Lanka: Emerging as Asia’s next startup and innovation hub

Sri Lanka–Singapore Business Council elects new leadership at 28th AGM

Milinda Hewagama appointed to Kelani Valley Plantations Board

Exporters press for bureaucratic, labour reforms in 2026 Budget proposals

Sri Lankan entrepreneurs shine at Forbes Under 30 Summit Asia 2025

Nilendra Weerasinghe joins Panasian Power Board

CEAT Kelani honours top dealers with ‘Autobahn 2.0’ convention and awards gala

First-ever EFC National Best Employer Awards up for grabs

Slim Pharmaceuticals appoints Riza Cassim as CEO

Govt. to step back from running businesses, focus on facilitation

Immigration Department sees revenue surge amid passport service expansion

Brantel ups Resus Energy stake

EU-funded Energy Management Forum sets stage for long-term efficiency in Sri Lankan industry

EFL delivers seamless logistics for Richardson Serendib 5 MW solar power plant

Sri Lanka hosts “Ceylon Tea – Finest Evening” to promote trade, tourism, and Ceylon Tea in Thailand

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