Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:00

AKD promises to make SL model State of equality and freedom

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday expressed confidence that Sri Lanka can evolve into a model State of equality and freedom.“Although we ..

Govt. to fast-track integration of key agencies into national trade system

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:25

The Government recently announced that a major policy goal in the coming six months is the full integration of nine critical State agencies into the c ..

AG directive to drop charges in Lasantha Wickrematunge murder sparks outrage

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:22

Attorney General Parinda Ranasinghe’s decision to release three key suspects in the assassination of journalist Lasantha Wickrematunge has ignited c ..

Cardinal calls for immediate abolition of Constitution

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:20

Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith yesterday called for the immediate repeal of Sri Lanka’s current Constitution, labelling it a fatal b ..

Finance Houses Association of Sri Lanka to hold key one-day workshop

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:16

The Finance Houses Association of Sri Lanka (FHA) will hold an exclusive one-day workshop featuring two insightful sessions conducted by Amembal & Hal ..

Cape Weligama announces exclusive culinary collaborations with renowned London chefs

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:04

Cape Weligama, the reimagined luxury resort on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, is set to host a series of exclusive culinary collaborations this season, ..

Demise of doyen duo sends shockwaves in corporate Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 04:12

Two icons in Sri Lanka’s private sector, widely considered self-made corporate legends, Ken Balendra (85) and Harry Jayawardena (82), passed away se ..

BOI targets $ 2 b FDIs in 2025

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 03:55

Board of Investment (BOI) Chairman Arjuna Herath last week revealed that it targets to attract $ 2 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) this yea ..

CSE begins February negatively

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 03:43

The Colombo stock market yesterday began a new month on a negative note amidst moderate activity, with some attributing it to lacklustre investor inte ..

Elon Musk alleges USAID a “criminal organisation”

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 03:38

Washington DC: Elon Musk attacked the US Agency for International Development (USAID) on Sunday, calling it a “criminal organisation” after Donald ..

SJB challenges Govt. on economic policies, taxation and corruption allegations

Monday, 3 February 2025 04:50

The Main Opposition party, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) yesterday launched a scathing critique of the Government’s economic policies, tax plans and ..

Govt. to overhaul tourism governance with new apex Commission

Monday, 3 February 2025 04:44

The Government is set for a major shake-up in its tourism industry with the establishment of a National Tourism Commission, a move aimed at streamlini ..

CCPI-based headline inflation remain negative in January

Monday, 3 February 2025 04:39

In line with the Central Bank’s near term projections, headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (Y-o-Y) change in the Colombo Consumer Pr ..

Sampath Bank and Union Assurance enter into Bancassurance partnership

Monday, 3 February 2025 03:53

Sampath Bank has yet again reinforced its position as a premier financial services institution by entering a strategic partnership with Union Assuranc ..

SLFFA has its say on congestion at Colombo Port, related developments

Monday, 3 February 2025 03:40

The Sri Lanka Logistics and Freight Forwarders Association (SLFFA), as the leading representative body for the logistics and freight forwarding commun ..

Hambantota International Port ready to facilitate vehicle imports to Sri Lanka

Monday, 3 February 2025 03:33

Hambantota International Port (HIP) is fully prepared to support the expected surge in vehicle imports following the recent lifting of Sri Lanka’s i ..

United Petroleum commences employee layoffs as it prepares to exit SL

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:24

United Petroleum Lanka Ltd., the local subsidiary of the Australian energy giant, is making headlines for all the wrong reasons as it prepares to exit ..

New member registrations under EPF

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:21

The Commissioner General of Labour has announced a new member registration system under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF). For new registrations, ..

Sri Lanka incredibly popular for Canadian travellers in February

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:19

Canadians are looking to travel to South Asia in February, with Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo being particularly popular, according to Skyscanner. I ..

Loon Tao returns with expanded design

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:10

After being closed for two and a half years, the popular Chinese seafood restaurant by the beach, Loon Tao, reopened its gates to the public recently ..

Shangri-La Colombo rings in Chinese New Year with spectacular lion dance and festive delights

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:00

Shangri-La Colombo rang in the Year of the Snake with a vibrant and auspicious Chinese New Year celebration on 29 January 2025, bringing tradition, jo ..

JKH records EBITDA of Rs. 14.28 b in Q3

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 04:05

Top blue chip John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) yesterday announced it has achieved Group EBITDA of Rs. 14.28 billion in the third quarter of the financi ..

Business confidence at 10-year high

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 03:46

Pioneering business magazine LMD notes, in its forthcoming February edition, that the unique index that measures business confidence has soared for th ..

‘GovPay’ digital payment platform to go live on 7 Feb.

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 03:42

In a major step towards the digitalisation of Government services, Sri Lanka is set to launch the ‘GovPay’ digital payment platform on 7 February. ..

Finance Ministry lists out 9 conditions for vehicle imports

Monday, 3 February 2025 04:54

After nearly five years of restrictions, the Government officially lifted its temporary suspension on vehicles including; ..

SL ends 2024 with $ 6 b trade deficit

Monday, 3 February 2025 04:48

The country has ended 2024 with a cumulative deficit in the trade account in 2024 of $ 6.07 billion, high in comparison to $ 4.9 billion 2023. ..

Travel industry calls on Govt. and CBSL to reconsider high import taxes on vehicles

Monday, 3 February 2025 04:42

Travel industry has urged the Government and the Central Bank to reconsider the high import taxes on vehicles, citing that excessive levies are crippl ..

The Technocity expands to Dubai

Monday, 3 February 2025 04:13

The Technocity Ltd., Sri Lanka’s leading IT distributor, has officially expanded its operations to Dubai, UAE, signalling a significant milestone in ..

DBA Alumni Association strives to connect Industry and Academia

Monday, 3 February 2025 03:50

The Doctor of Business Administration Colombo Alumni Association (DBA) was formally inaugurated yesterday by the Faculty of Management and Finance at ..

Global air cargo demand achieves record growth in 2024

Monday, 3 February 2025 03:36

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) last week said full-year demand for 2024, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), increased 11.3% ..

People’s land should rightfully belong to them: President

Saturday, 1 February 2025 00:40

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday stated that land belonging to the people should rightfully remain with them. He further emphasised that ..

Govt. to fast-track integration of key agencies into national trade system

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:25

The Government recently announced that a major policy goal in the coming six months is the full integration of nine critical State agencies into the c ..

United Petroleum commences employee layoffs as it prepares to exit SL

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:24

United Petroleum Lanka Ltd., the local subsidiary of the Australian energy giant, is making headlines for all the wrong reasons as it prepares to exit ..

AG directive to drop charges in Lasantha Wickrematunge murder sparks outrage

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:22

Attorney General Parinda Ranasinghe’s decision to release three key suspects in the assassination of journalist Lasantha Wickrematunge has ignited c ..

New member registrations under EPF

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:21

The Commissioner General of Labour has announced a new member registration system under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF). For new registrations, ..

Cardinal calls for immediate abolition of Constitution

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:20

Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith yesterday called for the immediate repeal of Sri Lanka’s current Constitution, labelling it a fatal b ..

Sri Lanka incredibly popular for Canadian travellers in February

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:19

Canadians are looking to travel to South Asia in February, with Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo being particularly popular, according to Skyscanner. I ..

Finance Houses Association of Sri Lanka to hold key one-day workshop

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:16

The Finance Houses Association of Sri Lanka (FHA) will hold an exclusive one-day workshop featuring two insightful sessions conducted by Amembal & Hal ..

Loon Tao returns with expanded design

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:10

After being closed for two and a half years, the popular Chinese seafood restaurant by the beach, Loon Tao, reopened its gates to the public recently ..

Cape Weligama announces exclusive culinary collaborations with renowned London chefs

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:04

Cape Weligama, the reimagined luxury resort on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, is set to host a series of exclusive culinary collaborations this season, ..

Shangri-La Colombo rings in Chinese New Year with spectacular lion dance and festive delights

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:00

Shangri-La Colombo rang in the Year of the Snake with a vibrant and auspicious Chinese New Year celebration on 29 January 2025, bringing tradition, jo ..

Demise of doyen duo sends shockwaves in corporate Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 04:12

Two icons in Sri Lanka’s private sector, widely considered self-made corporate legends, Ken Balendra (85) and Harry Jayawardena (82), passed away se ..

JKH records EBITDA of Rs. 14.28 b in Q3

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 04:05

Top blue chip John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) yesterday announced it has achieved Group EBITDA of Rs. 14.28 billion in the third quarter of the financi ..

BOI targets $ 2 b FDIs in 2025

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 03:55

Board of Investment (BOI) Chairman Arjuna Herath last week revealed that it targets to attract $ 2 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) this yea ..

Business confidence at 10-year high

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 03:46

Pioneering business magazine LMD notes, in its forthcoming February edition, that the unique index that measures business confidence has soared for th ..

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“Sri Lanka in Crisis – A Lost Generation” makes powerful return

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 02:37

On the occasion of the relaunch of “Sri Lanka in Crisis – A Lost Generation” in December 2024, the nation was invited to reflect on the complex ..

ADB officials discuss Sri Lanka’s tourism growth

Friday, 31 January 2025 18:19

Sri Lanka Navy seizes Indian fishing boat, arrests 13 fishermen

Wednesday, 29 January 2025 21:31

Sri Lanka to allocate record Rs. 1.35 Trillion for capital expenditure

Wednesday, 29 January 2025 20:42

Vehicle prices likely to rise as import restrictions ease

Wednesday, 29 January 2025 12:19

Sri Lanka revives Export Development Council after four years

Tuesday, 28 January 2025 20:31

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Let’s rally for national renaissance

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:00

Sri Lankans celebrate 77th Independence Day today

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 02:37

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The Technocity expands to Dubai

Monday, 3 February 2025 04:13

SLT-Services empowers Samurdhi Bank’s branch network with homegrown digital platform

Monday, 3 February 2025 04:12

WSA Sri Lanka nominees shine as best worldwide performers in social innovation for third consecutive year

Thursday, 30 January 2025 00:06

FT Lite

Gripping tale of mother’s love and courage ‘Rani’ now in Lankan cinemas

Saturday, 1 February 2025 00:05

‘Rani’ a gripping tale of resilience, courage, and the enduring power of a mother’s love in the face of unspeakable tragedy, is now showing in s ..

PRSFG returns to India Art Fair in New Delhi next week

Saturday, 1 February 2025 00:01

Gourmet Galle 2025: Unforgettable culinary masterclasses with celebrated chefs

Saturday, 1 February 2025 00:00

Opinion and Issues

Opposition in denial

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 01:02

“There’s a world outside your window…” – Band Aid (Do they know it’s Christmas?) By Tisaranee Gunasekara Austrian writer and Nobel La ..

Why should deadly mosquitos win war against humans?

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:28

How smart cities could revolutionise Sri Lanka’s urban landscape

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:24

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Exports and the way forward

Wednesday, 5 February 2025 00:00

The revival of the Export Development Council of Ministers (EDCM) by the Government has been highly appreciated by the exporter community. As the EDCM ..

Independence of hope

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 00:47

Tragic consequences of non-action against Indian illegal fishing

Monday, 3 February 2025 03:24

Handagama’s cinematic creation ‘Rani’ and SL’s lost generation

Saturday, 1 February 2025 00:00

SJB’s ill-advised choices amidst calls for party reforms

Friday, 31 January 2025 02:56

Row over MR residence turning to battle of wills

Thursday, 30 January 2025 00:00

Special Report

Presidential Election 2024

Monday, 23 September 2024 00:50

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Upbeat President Ranil Wickremesinghe shares vision for transformative Sri Lanka

Thursday, 12 September 2024 02:56

First-ever Ceylon Chamber debate puts spotlight on economic vision of key Presidential candidates

Monday, 2 September 2024 00:40

Business News

EDB, IFC and EU unveil Sri Lanka Export Excellence Initiative 2025

SLIDA Research Symposium 2024/25 on 7 February

Grand launch of three remarkable books under theme “The Miracle of Human Capital”

Singer announces 3 new Executive Directors on Board

SL, UAE finalise proposed Agreement on Reciprocal Promotion and Protection of Investments

Sri Lanka’s first National Trade Test Certification for waterproofing technicians

Ceylon Tea Brokers announces two new appointments

TGL GemLab Sri Lanka unveils world’s first Cat’s Eye Xenotime in Kuruwita, Ratnapura

Hayleys Fentons secures exclusive rights to distribute Aerosafe Fire and Smoke Curtains

TVS Lanka says manufacturing total range of motorcycles, scooters, mopeds with domestic value addition

Teejay Lanka delivers resilient growth in Q3 amidst dynamic market conditions

UTE and ACE Distriparks forge green future with Cat electric forklifts

Packaging innovation meets opportunity: Printcare’s Kenyan expansion

John Keells Logistics and AkzoNobel Paints Lanka commemorate decade of partnership

Sterling Steels earns GREENSL label certification for sustainable excellence

Assetline Finance enhances lifestyles with financing for brand-new Bajaj Pulsar N160

Nutritional food products maker Candil Products shines at Entrepreneur Awards

Revolutionising Sri Lanka’s construction landscape with Autodesk Technology

American Plastics honoured as Best Household Plastic Manufacturing and Distribution Company of the Year

Markspen Group highlights success at 15th Jaffna International Trade Fair

Prime Minister meets Lankan winning students at APICTA 2024

Launch of FAME: ‘Feminism: Action and Mobilisation for an Inclusive Economy’ in Sri Lanka

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Japan says SL’s reforms, anti-graft drive will boost FDIs

Appointment of ‘provisional Basnayake Nilame’ to ‘Sabaragamuwa Maha Saman Dewalaya’ stayed

Election Commission ready to hold LG polls pending Supreme Court rulings

Groundbreaking initiative by Sri Lanka Scout Association

Entrepreneur Hemaka de Alwis passes away

Govt. hatching plot to arrest GR, Salley over Easter Sunday attacks: Gammanpila

SJB demands Govt. to stop deception on paddy pricing

South Asian States to lead Global Ocean Treaty

Justice Mohammed Thahir Laffar appointed Acting President of the Court of Appeal

HRCSL issues report on status of Rohingya asylum seekers detained in Mullaitivu

SJB and UNP continue to discuss to form alliance

Ex-President Ranil convenes special discussion; SJB MPs also attend

SLNS Vijayabahu departs for Pakistan to participate in AMAN-2025

Opposition unites against Govt. over lack of slots in parliamentary bodies

MP Ramanathan Archchuna arrested and granted bail

Former MP Mavai Senathirajah passes away

President’s Fund Board Governors meet

New chairpersons appointed for several Parliamentary Committees

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“Sri Lanka in Crisis – A Lost Generation” makes powerful return

ADB officials discuss Sri Lanka’s tourism growth

Sri Lanka Navy seizes Indian fishing boat, arrests 13 fishermen

Sri Lanka to allocate record Rs. 1.35 Trillion for capital expenditure

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So-called ‘deep state’ must be legitimised by Act of Parliament

IMF’s nod for non-privatisation of SOEs

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“Sri Lanka in Crisis – A Lost Generation” makes powerful return

ADB officials discuss Sri Lanka’s tourism growth

Sri Lanka Navy seizes Indian fishing boat, arrests 13 fishermen

Sri Lanka to allocate record Rs. 1.35 Trillion for capital expenditure

Today's Columnists

Opposition in denial

Why should deadly mosquitos win war against humans?

How smart cities could revolutionise Sri Lanka’s urban landscape

CEO’s model for digital transformation: Reimagining your business

DeepSeek disruption: Lessons for business firms and nations

Strengthen role of genuine Independent Directors in quoted companies

Gift, grant, and agitation against a ‘great’ empire in its final days: Part 2

Go well Lokka: A final farewell

So-called ‘deep state’ must be legitimised by Act of Parliament

IMF’s nod for non-privatisation of SOEs

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