Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:00

Ex-CBSL Governor calls for tax reforms and export growth

Former Central Bank (CBSL) Governor Dr. Indrajith Coomaraswamy on Monday commended the Government’s commitment to fiscal discipline, but cautioned t ..

Dr. Coomaraswamy lauds stabilisation efforts by CBSL

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:20

Former Central Bank (CBSL) Governor Dr. Indrajith Coomaraswamy on Monday praised the banking regulator’s recent monetary policies, calling its effor ..

Court orders CIABOC to submit report on Krrish funds misappropriation case

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:14

The Fort Magistrate’s Court yesterday ordered the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) to submit a report on 26 M ..

Colombo stock market stages strong rebound

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:10

The Colombo stock market yesterday staged a strong rebound though turnover levels were modest, reflecting the on-going state of uneasiness. Both indi ..

New ADB President Masato Kanda assumes office

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:06

Masato Kanda officially assumed office as the 11th President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently. “I am deeply honoured to take on the ro ..

14th edition of textile exhibition by CEMS-Global USA kicks off in Colombo today

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:02

CEMS-Global USA’s 14th Sri Lankan edition of its globally renowned Textile Series of Exhibitions spanning three days will begin today at SLECC, Colo ..

Sri Lanka’s big-ticket FDIs remain weak: Bingumal

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:15

The Standard Chartered Bank Sri Lanka CEO Bingumal Thewarathanthri yesterday said the country’s big-ticket foreign direct investments (FDIs) remain ..

President assures support to Lankan entrepreneurs to capture global markets

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:12

President Anura Kumara Disanayake on Monday said the Government is committed to providing the necessary support to secure a share for Sri Lankan entre ..

George Steuart joins Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:05

George Steuart & Co., Sri Lanka’s oldest mercantile establishment, has become a Strategic Partner of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Coun ..

Top economist urges Govt. to aim for Singaporean growth model

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 05:55

A top economist on Monday called for urgent reforms to State-owned Enterprises (SOEs), trade and investment, governance, and public expenditure struct ..

SLIMFA to host Sri Lanka’s first ever Media Festival from 25-26 April

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 05:50

The Sri Lanka-India Media Friendship Association (SLIMFA) is set to host Sri Lanka’s first ever Media Festival on 25 and 26 April at Taj Samudra Col ..

Unlocking Sri Lanka’s digital future: Red Hat’s role in AI, banking, open source innovation

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 04:55

Red Hat Vice-President and General Manager India and South Asia Marshal Correia leads an energetic team focused on providing dynamic ideas that help i ..

Review of “A Girl called Violet”

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 02:57

It was one hour and ten minutes and in all that time, the audience embracing intimacy of the little theatre sat in awe as one woman worked through the ..

Sampath Bank to raise Rs. 10 b via debentures

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 02:38

Sampath Bank is to raise a maximum of Rs. 10 billion via a Basel III compliant debenture issue. ..

CIMA President and AICPA Chair set to visit Sri Lanka next week

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 02:33

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) President and Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA) Chair, ..

Stock market opens fresh week on dull note, low turnover

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 02:30

The Colombo stock market yesterday began a fresh week on a dull note with indices moving down amidst low turnover. ..

Condé Nast ranks Sri Lanka world’s most family-friendly country for 2025

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:16

Luxury travel magazine Condé Nast has ranked Sri Lanka as the world’s most family-friendly country for 2025, ahead of global frontrunners such as S ..

National Advisory Committee for SME development begins work

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:12

The National Advisory Committee, which operates with the aim of identifying problems faced by small and medium-sized entrepreneurs (SMEs) and providin ..

‘Salam Ramadan’ to light up Colombo

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:08

The Western Provincial Council yesterday announced the launch of an exciting new initiative, the Salam Ramadan campaign, which will take place from 21 ..

President calls for streamlined urban development

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:04

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday engaged in a high-level discussion on the progress of key Urban Development Authority (UDA) projects, emp ..

Consulate to Sri Lanka addresses fraudulent cryptocurrency ads allegedly linked to Lithuanian entities

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:00

The Lithuanian Consulate to Sri Lanka yesterday expressed its deep concern regarding recent reports of fraudulent cryptocurrency advertisements circul ..

Selling spree drags CSE down by nearly 2%

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:13

The Colombo stock market yesterday fell sharply led by a selling spree by investors which albeit improved turnover in comparison to Monday. ..

LOLC Holdings joins FTSE Frontier 50 Index

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:10

Sri Lanka’s leading diversified conglomerate, LOLC Holdings PLC said yesterday it has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a place in the FTS ..

Govt. to present Batalanda Commission Report to Parliament this week: Cabinet Spokesman

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:00

The Government has decided to present the long-awaited Batalanda Commission Report to Parliament this week. ..

Cabinet nod to expedite Industry Promotion Act amendment

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 05:51

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved granting policy consent for the expedited completion of amendments to the Industry Promotion Act. ..

SDB bank’s 2024 financials highlight resilience and growth

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 05:12

SDB bank, the only private development Bank in Sri Lanka, has demonstrated remarkable resilience and financial strength at the end of 2024 financial y ..

Redefining leadership in Sri Lanka’s apparel industry

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 04:31

Sri Lanka’s apparel industry is about to embark on an exciting new chapter. As the first woman to take the helm of the Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters A ..

NSB achieves outstanding profits in 2024

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 02:40

The National Savings Bank (NSB) has once again solidified its position as a pillar of financial stability showcasing a year of remarkable resilience a ..

Aloe Blacc keen to promote Sri Lanka as attractive investment destination

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 02:36

Internationally renowned singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur Aloe Blacc yesterday arrived in Sri Lanka at the invitation of the Government and Sri La ..

Taxi conflicts threaten tourism sector: PickMe

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 02:31

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is facing a growing challenge as tensions between local taxi mafias and app-based ride-hailing operators escalate. In the ..

Banks must shift from managing human capital to unlocking human potential: Ravi Jayasekera

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 02:06

Aimed at enhancing employee engagement, Hemas Holdings PLC Chief People’s Officer (CPO) Ravi Jayasekera called for reforms to the workplace aimed at ..

Dr. Coomaraswamy lauds stabilisation efforts by CBSL

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:20

Former Central Bank (CBSL) Governor Dr. Indrajith Coomaraswamy on Monday praised the banking regulator’s recent monetary policies, calling its effor ..

Condé Nast ranks Sri Lanka world’s most family-friendly country for 2025

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:16

Luxury travel magazine Condé Nast has ranked Sri Lanka as the world’s most family-friendly country for 2025, ahead of global frontrunners such as S ..

Court orders CIABOC to submit report on Krrish funds misappropriation case

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:14

The Fort Magistrate’s Court yesterday ordered the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) to submit a report on 26 M ..

National Advisory Committee for SME development begins work

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:12

The National Advisory Committee, which operates with the aim of identifying problems faced by small and medium-sized entrepreneurs (SMEs) and providin ..

Colombo stock market stages strong rebound

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:10

The Colombo stock market yesterday staged a strong rebound though turnover levels were modest, reflecting the on-going state of uneasiness. Both indi ..

‘Salam Ramadan’ to light up Colombo

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:08

The Western Provincial Council yesterday announced the launch of an exciting new initiative, the Salam Ramadan campaign, which will take place from 21 ..

New ADB President Masato Kanda assumes office

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:06

Masato Kanda officially assumed office as the 11th President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently. “I am deeply honoured to take on the ro ..

President calls for streamlined urban development

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:04

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday engaged in a high-level discussion on the progress of key Urban Development Authority (UDA) projects, emp ..

14th edition of textile exhibition by CEMS-Global USA kicks off in Colombo today

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:02

CEMS-Global USA’s 14th Sri Lankan edition of its globally renowned Textile Series of Exhibitions spanning three days will begin today at SLECC, Colo ..

Consulate to Sri Lanka addresses fraudulent cryptocurrency ads allegedly linked to Lithuanian entities

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:00

The Lithuanian Consulate to Sri Lanka yesterday expressed its deep concern regarding recent reports of fraudulent cryptocurrency advertisements circul ..

Sri Lanka’s big-ticket FDIs remain weak: Bingumal

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:15

The Standard Chartered Bank Sri Lanka CEO Bingumal Thewarathanthri yesterday said the country’s big-ticket foreign direct investments (FDIs) remain ..

Selling spree drags CSE down by nearly 2%

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:13

The Colombo stock market yesterday fell sharply led by a selling spree by investors which albeit improved turnover in comparison to Monday. ..

President assures support to Lankan entrepreneurs to capture global markets

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:12

President Anura Kumara Disanayake on Monday said the Government is committed to providing the necessary support to secure a share for Sri Lankan entre ..

LOLC Holdings joins FTSE Frontier 50 Index

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 06:10

Sri Lanka’s leading diversified conglomerate, LOLC Holdings PLC said yesterday it has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a place in the FTS ..

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Japan supports Sri Lanka’s fair trade reforms

Thursday, 13 March 2025 10:42

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) have pledged support for policy reforms in Sri Lanka to e ..

Cabinet approves amendment to Industry Promotion Act

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 19:48

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Tuesday, 11 March 2025 19:15

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Unlocking Sri Lanka’s digital future: Red Hat’s role in AI, banking, open source innovation

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 04:55

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Sky Gallery presents ‘Dreamscapes – The Surreal World of Salvador Dalí’

Saturday, 8 March 2025 00:44

The Sky Gallery of the Fareed Uduman Art Forum will present ‘Dreamscapes’ – an extraordinary exhibition that showcases the surreal world of Sal ..

Science fiction dark comedy ‘Mickey 17’ in 11 Lankan cinemas

Saturday, 8 March 2025 00:43

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Saturday, 8 March 2025 00:42

Opinion and Issues

Fissuring West, unravelling world order: Foreign policy doctrine for Lanka

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:26

Ukraine has caused a schism in the West, but why and what about? There are two fissures in the West, firstly at the interstate level, between European ..

Breaking the deadlock: How behavioural economics and cashflow-based lending can revitalise Sri Lanka

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:20

Can cheaper alcohol products truly build “A Thriving Nation, A Beautiful Life” for citizens?

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:00

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Measured response needed to deal with violence against women

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:00

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COPE: Moving beyond media spotlight

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 03:28

That one that refuses to go away

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 01:56

Breaking the chains of patriarchy

Monday, 10 March 2025 00:00

Post-retirement appointments for judges raise serious concerns

Saturday, 8 March 2025 00:00

EPF investments under scrutiny

Friday, 7 March 2025 04:05

Special Report

President and experts dissect new Govt.’s maiden Budget 2025

Thursday, 20 February 2025 04:36

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Business News

Ceylon Chamber hosts exclusive evening with diplomats

Keshara Lime Industries wins Best National Industry Brand Award

Abans gears up for upcoming Avurudu with massive raffle draw

MR and OLEX Projects host ‘MR Customer Day’ in Sri Lanka

People’s Bank Chairman and CEO/GM call on Chief Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiri Chapters

CPA Australia Sri Lanka Branch holds Thought Leadership Forum 2025

Sigiriya winning Green Destination Bronze Award at ITB gives boost to tourism

Govt. acknowledges solar power oversupply to national grid on Sundays

Somerset Estate achieves an all-time record price

Cabinet approves amendments to Tea Control Act

Musk admits X outages ‘a massive cyberattack’

Liya Shakthi – 2025: Women entrepreneurs’ open market and sales exhibition

Multilac and Macktiles participate at Saudi Expo BIG 5 Construct – 2025

Profood Propack and Agbiz 2025 unveils 22nd edition

Assetline Finance and David Pieris to make renewable energy accessible for all

IFC, CSE ring bell to accelerate women’s business leadership

WCIC with CSE celebrate 40 years of empowering women entrepreneurs

Hayleys celebrates employees for innovation, ESG and operational excellence at Chairman’s Awards

Finagle wins two awards at National Industry Brand Excellence

Israel invites Lankan international gem and jewellery entrepreneurs for JVs

SriLankan Airlines partners Telangana Tourism for FAM tour

Pussalla crowned ‘Best National Industry Brand 2024’ in Sri Lanka’s agri-based industry

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Leader of the House calls for probe into excessive fuel use by former Speaker and Deputies

Court of Appeal reserves order on Deshabandu’s writ petition for 17 March

Pathfinder Foundation completes preliminary phase of Pali Preservation and Development Initiative

Pakistan, Sri Lanka to issue commemorative stamps marking 75 years of ties

EC extends deadline for postal vote applications till 17 March

Justice sector comes together to commemorate IWD 2025

SL, Cambodia discuss strengthening bilateral ties and regional cooperation

India distributes Sinhala editions of Amar Chitra Katha Jataka tales comic books

Lankan envoy in Wellington calls on Speaker of New Zealand Parliament

Open warrant issued against arrest-evading Deshabandu

New pharmaceutical pricing mechanism soon: Health Minister

Cabinet approves recruitment to fill over 5,000 public sector vacancies

Magistrate orders arrest of those responsible for death of baby Hamdi at LRH

UN Women Sri Lanka launches SamaTheevu installation to promote gender equality

People’s Bank celebrates International Women’s Day

Deshabandu files petition seeking to prevent his arrest

President confers ‘Sannas Pathraya’ to new Mahanayaka Thero of Sri Lanka Amarapura Maha Nikaya

Sri Lanka to ratify ILO convention on workplace violence: Labour Minister

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Sri Lanka restarts key Japanese and Chinese projects

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Fissuring West, unravelling world order: Foreign policy doctrine for Lanka

Breaking the deadlock: How behavioural economics and cashflow-based lending can revitalise Sri Lanka

Mobile Number Portability in Sri Lanka: Is it a costly illusion of choice?

Future of tea, rubber and coconut industry in Sri Lanka

Deficits and tariffs: Trump confusions and what can be done about them

Has AKD disturbed a hornet’s nest?

Securing your rights: Power of Financial Consumer Protection Regulations – Part III

Monkey theory and Clean Sri Lanka: Systems perspective

Building resilient and future-ready public projects

Teesside University, located close to seaside, is to open a happy-side in Sri Lanka

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