Friday, 10 January 2025 00:00

Tourism earnings soar by 52% to $ 3.2 b in 2024

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has made an impressive recovery in 2024, generating over $ 3.2 billion in revenue, registering a substantial 52.38% yea ..

Prime Minister assures crackdown on business activities by foreigners on tourist visas

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:34

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya this week told the House that the Government is concerned about foreign nationals conducting business in the cou ..

Govt. presents 2025 Appropriation Bill to Parliament

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:28

The Government yesterday presented the Appropriation Bill to Parliament to allocate funds for State expenditure for the 2025 financial year. Prime M ..

Govt. launches concessionary loan scheme for paddy purchases in Maha season 2024/25

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:24

In a bid to stabilise paddy prices and support farmers, the Government introduced a concessionary pledge loan scheme for Small and Medium Scale (SME) ..

Daily FT-ICCSL webinar tomorrow on ‘IMF agenda: Opportunities and challenges for Sri Lanka post 2025’

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:20

The Daily FT, ACCA and the International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka together with WIM, Cornucopia, CIMA, AGXA, and Global Greenwich Colombo will be ..

HSBC Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival: Strategic boost for Sri Lanka’s global image

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:08

With over 32 sessions featuring more than 50 distinguished authors and artists, the HSBC Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival is set to return for its se ..

Galle Lit Fest 2025 launches event ticket sales

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:00

Tickets for the Galle Literary Festival’s events are now available, offering guests the chance to join a vibrant four-day celebration of creativity, ..

Tea industry performance in 2024 and outlook for 2025

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:00

The year 2024 continued to show promise as Sri Lanka progresses on its path to economic recovery encouraged by positive developments. ..

President goes south to inaugurate ‘Gem Sri Lanka – 2025’ exhibition

Thursday, 9 January 2025 03:11

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday inaugurated the ‘Gem Sri Lanka – 2025’ gem and jewellery exhibition at the Cinnamon Bentota Beach H ..

Harsha proposes new regulations for ‘Undial’ and ‘Hawala’ systems

Thursday, 9 January 2025 03:07

The Committee of Public Finance (CoPF) Chairman MP Dr. Harsha de Silva yesterday stated that both the Undial system and the Hawala system are not ille ..

Brandix expands apparel technology legacy with Fusion Apparel

Thursday, 9 January 2025 03:02

Fusion Apparel Ltd., has signed an agreement with the Board of Investment (BOI) to initially invest $ 1.06 million to provide a much-demanded, technol ..

CBSL purchases of forex from market at highest ever of $ 2.8 b in 2024

Thursday, 9 January 2025 03:00

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday revealed that it purchased the highest-ever annual amount of foreign exchange from the domestic foreign ..

Gas distributor ups stake in Sigiriya Village Hotel to 10%

Thursday, 9 January 2025 02:58

Suhada Gas Distributors Ltd., (SGD) has upped its stake in Sigiriya Village Hotel PLC to 10% recently. ..

www.ft.lk adjudged the Best Designed News Website

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 00:20

The Daily FT web site www.ft.lk was adjudged the Best Designed News Website among English media at the annual Journalism Awards for Excellence 2023 he ..

Dense fog disrupts early morning landings at BIA

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 00:12

By T.K.G. Kapila Four international flights scheduled to land at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake faced significant disruption ..

Combatting rise of cyber scams with expert insights and actionable solutions

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 00:10

By Hiyal Biyagamage In an era where digital connectivity defines both personal and professional spheres, cyber scams have emerged as a rapidly escala ..

Ferentino Tyres takes on the uncharted road

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:30

Ferentino Tyres on Wednesday announced plans to triple exports to $ 300 million this year and an expanded range with big discounts to local buyers of ..

LOLC Finance leads with Sri Lanka’s first Braille-enabled Mastercard Credit Card

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:26

LOLC Finance has taken a pioneering step towards financial inclusivity by introducing Sri Lanka’s first Braille-enabled Mastercard credit card. Spe ..

Sajith says VAT and SSL should be removed to boost gem and jewellery sector

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:22

Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday emphasised the potential of Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry to become a leading export sector. ..

BOC’s international ratings further upgraded two notches by Fitch

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:08

Bank of Ceylon’s (BOC) Long-Term Foreign and Local Currency Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) have been upgraded to ‘CCC+’ from ‘CCC-’ by Fitch ..

Taste of China – Chinese Food Festival at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:04

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is set to host an extraordinary celebration of authentic Chinese cuisine and culture from 20 to 22 January 2025. The Chinese ..

Staysure Group visits British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:00

A delegation led by Staysure Group UK Founder and Chairman Ryan Howsam made a courtesy visit to British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick during their ..

GDP forecast to have grown by seven-year high of 5% in 2024

Thursday, 9 January 2025 03:15

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday revealed that the economy in 2024 is forecast to have grown by a seven-year high of 5%. ..

Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce overall winner of Entrepreneur Award

Thursday, 9 January 2025 03:10

The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) Prathibhabhisheka Grand Awards ceremony was held on Tuesday. ..

Chongqing Airlines resumes services to Colombo with three weekly flights

Thursday, 9 January 2025 03:05

Chongqing Airlines yesterday resumed its flights to Colombo, offering three weekly services between the two cities. ..

Government Digital Payment Platform to go live this year

Thursday, 9 January 2025 03:01

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday announced that the Government Digital Payment Platform (GDPP) will be operationalised this year followi ..

‘Clean Sri Lanka’ to be debated in Parliament

Thursday, 9 January 2025 02:59

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya yesterday announced in Parliament that the Government’s national initiative, ‘Clean Sri Lanka,’ will be de ..

Lankan non-life insurers to tackle profitability pressure with key shifts: Fitch

Thursday, 9 January 2025 02:57

Underwriting profitability for Sri Lankan non-life insurers will gradually improve as they enhance practices and shift focus to more profitable non-mo ..

Cabinet extends tax incentives to boost air traffic at key airports

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 00:14

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved an extension of tax concessions for airlines operating into three key airports — Jaffna ..

DCSL to redefine brewing landscape with palatable new product launch

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 00:10

Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka PLC (DCSL), yesterday said it will redefine brewing landscape with palatable new product launch following the acquis ..

President discusses next steps on vehicle imports, tax reforms and digitalisation

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 00:08

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday discussed the next steps with regard to vehicle imports, tax reforms and digitisation with officials from ..

Prime Minister assures crackdown on business activities by foreigners on tourist visas

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:34

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya this week told the House that the Government is concerned about foreign nationals conducting business in the cou ..

Ferentino Tyres takes on the uncharted road

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:30

Ferentino Tyres on Wednesday announced plans to triple exports to $ 300 million this year and an expanded range with big discounts to local buyers of ..

Govt. presents 2025 Appropriation Bill to Parliament

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:28

The Government yesterday presented the Appropriation Bill to Parliament to allocate funds for State expenditure for the 2025 financial year. Prime M ..

LOLC Finance leads with Sri Lanka’s first Braille-enabled Mastercard Credit Card

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:26

LOLC Finance has taken a pioneering step towards financial inclusivity by introducing Sri Lanka’s first Braille-enabled Mastercard credit card. Spe ..

Govt. launches concessionary loan scheme for paddy purchases in Maha season 2024/25

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:24

In a bid to stabilise paddy prices and support farmers, the Government introduced a concessionary pledge loan scheme for Small and Medium Scale (SME) ..

Sajith says VAT and SSL should be removed to boost gem and jewellery sector

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:22

Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday emphasised the potential of Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry to become a leading export sector. ..

Daily FT-ICCSL webinar tomorrow on ‘IMF agenda: Opportunities and challenges for Sri Lanka post 2025’

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:20

The Daily FT, ACCA and the International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka together with WIM, Cornucopia, CIMA, AGXA, and Global Greenwich Colombo will be ..

BOC’s international ratings further upgraded two notches by Fitch

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:08

Bank of Ceylon’s (BOC) Long-Term Foreign and Local Currency Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) have been upgraded to ‘CCC+’ from ‘CCC-’ by Fitch ..

HSBC Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival: Strategic boost for Sri Lanka’s global image

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:08

With over 32 sessions featuring more than 50 distinguished authors and artists, the HSBC Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival is set to return for its se ..

Taste of China – Chinese Food Festival at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:04

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is set to host an extraordinary celebration of authentic Chinese cuisine and culture from 20 to 22 January 2025. The Chinese ..

Galle Lit Fest 2025 launches event ticket sales

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:00

Tickets for the Galle Literary Festival’s events are now available, offering guests the chance to join a vibrant four-day celebration of creativity, ..

Staysure Group visits British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:00

A delegation led by Staysure Group UK Founder and Chairman Ryan Howsam made a courtesy visit to British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick during their ..

Tea industry performance in 2024 and outlook for 2025

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:00

The year 2024 continued to show promise as Sri Lanka progresses on its path to economic recovery encouraged by positive developments. ..

GDP forecast to have grown by seven-year high of 5% in 2024

Thursday, 9 January 2025 03:15

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday revealed that the economy in 2024 is forecast to have grown by a seven-year high of 5%. ..

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Sri Lanka to ban unregistered mobile devices

Thursday, 9 January 2025 15:22

The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) announced plans to prohibit the use of unregistered communication devices, including ..

’’Gem Sri Lanka - 2025’’ exhibition opens in Bentota

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 12:55

Sri Lanka and China Media Group to boost tourism with new partnership

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 12:32

President focuses on vehicle imports, tax reforms, and VAT digitalisation

Tuesday, 7 January 2025 20:46

JICA -pledges continued support to Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 7 January 2025 20:10

FACETS Sri Lanka 2025 opens in Colombo

Saturday, 4 January 2025 17:08

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HNB ushers in 2025 with multi-religious ceremony and renewed optimism for the year ahead

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 00:00

Colombo City celebrates season’s festive splendour

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IT / Telecom / Tech

CSSL President calls for collaboration and innovation to realise digital economy aspirations

Thursday, 9 January 2025 00:34

Crewstone International and Plus94 launch new $ 75 m fund to accelerate growth of region’s tech sector

Thursday, 9 January 2025 00:30

Hutch Sri Lanka collaborates with Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud

Thursday, 9 January 2025 00:28

FT Lite

MMCA Sri Lanka trains young museum professionals

Saturday, 4 January 2025 00:03

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) recently concluded its 2024 Visitor Educator (VE) training program. This four-d ..

Event Management Association offers generous dose of love and care to patients at Apeksha Hospital

Saturday, 4 January 2025 00:01

Council for Business with Britain celebrates spirit of Christmas

Saturday, 4 January 2025 00:00

Opinion and Issues

Tiger “Col.” Charles was mastermind behind Katunayake Airport attack

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:40

The Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol (LRRP) was a specialised military intelligence unit of the Sri Lankan army that was deployed by the State against ..

A sad sorry sordid tale of two lands – and one stateless people

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:28

Sri Lanka – from crisis to confusion

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:22

FT View - Editorial

Trade Minister must get his act together

Friday, 10 January 2025 00:00

Minister of Trade, Commerce, and Food Security Wasantha Samarasinghe has dominated the news ever since the formation of the new Cabinet following the ..

Govt. should stop minding the media

Thursday, 9 January 2025 01:45

CSE’s bull run amidst need for smart investing

Wednesday, 8 January 2025 00:00

No justice for Lasantha yet

Tuesday, 7 January 2025 00:34

Black January of impunity needs to end

Monday, 6 January 2025 00:00

Prisoner wellbeing needs more focus

Saturday, 4 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

Sri Jayewardenepura Uni. honours illustrious alumnus US Presidential Adviser on National Security Education Prof. Patrick Mendis

Thursday, 9 January 2025 00:42

Business News

Sri Lankan companies urged to seize multiple opportunities in Maldives

Godrej Sri Lanka launches revamped corporate website to support ambitious growth plans

GMA de Silva Jewellers opens doors in Maharagama

Lankan envoy holds discussions with BOI of Thailand on enhancing investment collaboration

COYLE: Championing innovation and entrepreneurship in 2024

JICA Senior Vice President engages with AASL Chairman on BIA Terminal 2 development

Cabinet approves measures to ensure continuous operations at Valaichchenai paper mill

Cabinet green lights revised procurement plan for Colombo Port tug vessels

Julius & Creasy marks 146th anniversary

Sri Lanka – Germany Business Council holds 25th AGM

Sri Lanka’s gem industry eyes 2025 boom

SLT-Mobitel completes historic SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable landing in Matara

Sri Lanka participates in World Furniture Expo 2024 in Mumbai

Lanka Walltiles announces three new Directors on Board

Imran Furkan joins Odel Board

Cable Solutions awarded Certificate of Ethical Trading by National Chamber of Exporters

Two new Directors appointed to Lankem Ceylon, E.B. Creasy and Laxapana Boards

Mohan and Dinesh appointed to Swisstek Board

Ex-JKH Kehelpannala joins Marawila Resorts, Sigiriya Village Boards

EY Sri Lanka welcomes Talal Rafi

CA Sri Lanka unveils comprehensive implementation roadmap for sustainability standards

Star Garments Group wins Gold at NCE Export Awards 2024

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SJB decides to restructure party

No recent HMPV cases in SL: Health Minister

Gnanasara Thera sentenced to nine months for defamatory remarks on Islam

Mullaitivu protest calls on Govt. to halt Rohingya deportation plans

Opposition leader wants Govt. to repeal or amend PTA

Govt. will bring killers of Lasantha Wickrematunge to book soon – Justice Minister

PM denies approving Israeli religious and cultural centres to function

Acting IGP orders investigation into over 1,000 candidates for election spending violations

Govt. to deport Rohingya people if they are victims of human trafficking

Strategic initiative to establish commercial approach to R&D

Sri Lanka College of Pulmonologists to hold Annual Academic Session in February

Marikkar criticises AKD Govt. over broken promises

SJB to take important decisions today

COPF meets for first time under chairmanship of Harsha

Easter attack probe enter new phase, says Public Security Minister

Govt. approves compensation for 17 patients blinded after cataract surgery

Sri Lanka and Vietnam to strengthen Customs cooperation with new agreement

President appoints new High Commissioner and four Ambassadors

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Tiger “Col.” Charles was mastermind behind Katunayake Airport attack

A sad sorry sordid tale of two lands – and one stateless people

Sri Lanka – from crisis to confusion

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