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Govt. tells foreign investors right time to enter SL is now

By Janani Kandaramage The Government yesterday told foreign investors now is the right time to enter Sri Lanka as subsequent to restoration of stabil ..

Sri Lanka can once again be safe haven for investors: Tundra Fonder

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:35

Tundra Fonder AB Founding Partner/Chief Investment Officer Mattias Martinsson yesterday in Colombo expressed confidence that Sri Lanka can once again ..

Colombo stock market manages to close marginally up amidst erratic sentiments

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:33

The Colombo stock market yesterday had an erratic day in terms of sentiments but managed to close on the up amidst improved turnover. The benchmark A ..

Asia Capital divests 10% stakes in three firms for Rs. 783 m

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:28

Asia Capital PLC has received Rs. 783 million by divesting minority shareholdings in three companies. They are Galle Heritage Lanka Ltd., (10%), Mari ..

Cargills continues to empower rural SMEs through Village to Home program

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:26

A visit to Cargills Food City Pelawatte last weekend would have been a unique experience for any shopper. The Food City outlet was home to several sma ..

Janashakthi Life records over Rs. 5 b in profits for second consecutive year

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:06

Janashakthi life, one of the fastest growing Life insurers in Sri Lanka has recorded a massive Rs. 5.7 billion Profit Before Tax (PBT) for the period ..

CBSL says aggrieved SMEs can lodge complaints of any lack of banking support

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:19

The Central Bank (CBSL) yesterday assured that any borrower aggrieved over lack of support for restructuring their loans from financial institutions c ..

Softlogic Life acquires Allianz Life Insurance Lanka, marking new stage of growth

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:15

Softlogic Life, one of Sri Lanka’s leading life insurers, yesterday announced it has agreed to acquire 100% of the shares of Allianz Life Insurance ..

Cabinet approves National Anti-Corruption Action Plan for 2025-2029

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:13

Marking a significant step in strengthening the country’s fight against bribery and corruption, the Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday ..

Govt. denies decision to appoint Hulangamuwa as Treasury Secretary

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:09

The Government yesterday dismissed speculation that Senior Economic and Financial Adviser to the President Duminda Hulangamuwa has been selected as th ..

LIOC and Chevron get lubricant supply contracts for Sapugaskanda power plant

Thursday, 27 March 2025 04:47

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the awarding of contracts for the supply of lubricants required for the SEMT Pielstick PC 4.2 Diesel Engin ..

Sunday Times best-selling author and influencer Michela Chiappa and family enjoy best of Sri Lanka at W15 properties

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 00:10

“Utterly breathtaking” was Michela Chiappa’s reaction to the W15 properties she stayed at with her family, W15 Weligama, W15 Hanthana Estate and ..

Standard Chartered recognises outstanding achievements of staff

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 00:06

Standard Chartered Sri Lanka hosted its prestigious annual awards ceremony, themed ‘Hall of Fame: Celebrating Excellence,’ at the Shangri-La Hotel ..

Digital Economy Ministry seeks 27 experts to drive digital transformation

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 00:04

In a major push towards accelerating the country’s digital transformation, the Digital Economy Ministry is calling for 27 highly skilled professiona ..

Nishani Fernando amongst 24 visionary women selected for EY EWW Asia-Pacific 2025

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 00:00

EY yesterday announced the 24 exceptional women founders selected for the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women (EWW) Asia-Pacific Class of 2025, including ..

People crown LOLC for ninth consecutive year

Tuesday, 25 March 2025 04:50

LOLC once again emerges as the “People’s Financial Services Brand of the Year”, securing the prestigious title bestowed at the SLIM Kantar Peopl ..

SL has potential to make its mark in global supply chain: Redwheel

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:34

Redwheel Emerging and Frontier Markets Team Co-Head and Portfolio Manager James Johnstone yesterday declared that Sri Lanka has the potential to make ..

Tourist arrivals top 200,000 in first 27 days of March

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:30

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector continues its strong momentum in 2025, with over 200,000 tourists arriving in the first 27 days of March, marking a 13% g ..

JKCG Auto begins BYD revolution delivering cars to first two customers

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:27

John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto) yesterday began the BYD revolution by handing over New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) to the first two customers. BYD SEALION ..

Ceylinco Life voted Sri Lanka’s most popular life insurer for 19th year

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:10

Ceylinco Life has been voted the “People’s Life Insurance Service Provider of the Year” for a record 19th consecutive year winning the coveted S ..

CDB first NBFI to achieve ISO 22301:2019 certification

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:02

Underscoring its commitment to enhancing resilience, business continuity, innovation, security, and operational excellence, Citizens Development Busin ..

Govt. reverses decision to liquidate CWC, plans revival

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:16

In a bold policy shift, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday (24) scrapped the previous decision to liquidate the Co-operative Wholesale Corporation (CW ..

SL says unilateral action by UK complicates national reconciliation process

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:14

The Government yesterday said the UK’s sanctions over alleged human rights violations and abuses were “unilateral” and complicate the national r ..

Starlink satellite internet service to launch in April: Cabinet Spokesman

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:12

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday affirmed that the revolutionary Starlink satellite broadband services will be available ..

President urged to reconsider rooftop solar tariff revisions

Thursday, 27 March 2025 04:49

The Solar Industries Association (SIA), representing over 1,000 companies and 40,000 workers in Sri Lanka’s rooftop solar sector, has expressed grav ..

SCB to divest wealth, retail banking in SL to focus more on institutional business

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 00:12

Global giant, Standard Chartered Bank (SCB) is to divest its wealth and retail business in Sri Lanka and focus more on corporate and institutional cli ..

Govt. pledges stronger support for exporters at 25th Exporters’ Forum

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 00:08

Minister Sunil Handunneththi reaffirms commitment to trade facilitation and addressing exporter challenges Says export growth prioritised within prod ..

Harsha raises concerns over Duminda’s role as Chief Economic Adviser

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 00:06

Main Opposition party, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Parliamentarian Dr. Harsha de Silva yesterday raised concerns over the potential conflict of inter ..

Global giant Alipay+ goes live in Sri Lanka in boost to leisure and business tourism

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 00:02

Ant International’s cross-border mobile payment and digitalisation solution Alipay+ yesterday went live in Sri Lanka in a landmark partnership with ..

Fitch publishes ‘AAA’ rating for Hayleys’ Rs. 7 b debentures

Tuesday, 25 March 2025 05:31

Fitch Ratings has published the National Long-Term Rating of ‘AAA’ for Sri Lankan conglomerate Hayleys PLC’s (AAA(lka)/Stable) proposed senior u ..

UK sanctions several responsible for HR violations and abuses during Sri Lankan civil war

Tuesday, 25 March 2025 04:37

The UK yesterday sanctioned figures responsible for serious human rights violations and abuses during the civil war in Sri Lanka. ..

Sri Lanka can once again be safe haven for investors: Tundra Fonder

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:35

Tundra Fonder AB Founding Partner/Chief Investment Officer Mattias Martinsson yesterday in Colombo expressed confidence that Sri Lanka can once again ..

SL has potential to make its mark in global supply chain: Redwheel

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:34

Redwheel Emerging and Frontier Markets Team Co-Head and Portfolio Manager James Johnstone yesterday declared that Sri Lanka has the potential to make ..

Colombo stock market manages to close marginally up amidst erratic sentiments

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:33

The Colombo stock market yesterday had an erratic day in terms of sentiments but managed to close on the up amidst improved turnover. The benchmark A ..

Tourist arrivals top 200,000 in first 27 days of March

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:30

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector continues its strong momentum in 2025, with over 200,000 tourists arriving in the first 27 days of March, marking a 13% g ..

Asia Capital divests 10% stakes in three firms for Rs. 783 m

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:28

Asia Capital PLC has received Rs. 783 million by divesting minority shareholdings in three companies. They are Galle Heritage Lanka Ltd., (10%), Mari ..

JKCG Auto begins BYD revolution delivering cars to first two customers

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:27

John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto) yesterday began the BYD revolution by handing over New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) to the first two customers. BYD SEALION ..

Cargills continues to empower rural SMEs through Village to Home program

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:26

A visit to Cargills Food City Pelawatte last weekend would have been a unique experience for any shopper. The Food City outlet was home to several sma ..

Ceylinco Life voted Sri Lanka’s most popular life insurer for 19th year

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:10

Ceylinco Life has been voted the “People’s Life Insurance Service Provider of the Year” for a record 19th consecutive year winning the coveted S ..

Janashakthi Life records over Rs. 5 b in profits for second consecutive year

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:06

Janashakthi life, one of the fastest growing Life insurers in Sri Lanka has recorded a massive Rs. 5.7 billion Profit Before Tax (PBT) for the period ..

CDB first NBFI to achieve ISO 22301:2019 certification

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:02

Underscoring its commitment to enhancing resilience, business continuity, innovation, security, and operational excellence, Citizens Development Busin ..

CBSL says aggrieved SMEs can lodge complaints of any lack of banking support

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:19

The Central Bank (CBSL) yesterday assured that any borrower aggrieved over lack of support for restructuring their loans from financial institutions c ..

Govt. reverses decision to liquidate CWC, plans revival

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:16

In a bold policy shift, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday (24) scrapped the previous decision to liquidate the Co-operative Wholesale Corporation (CW ..

Softlogic Life acquires Allianz Life Insurance Lanka, marking new stage of growth

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:15

Softlogic Life, one of Sri Lanka’s leading life insurers, yesterday announced it has agreed to acquire 100% of the shares of Allianz Life Insurance ..

SL says unilateral action by UK complicates national reconciliation process

Thursday, 27 March 2025 05:14

The Government yesterday said the UK’s sanctions over alleged human rights violations and abuses were “unilateral” and complicate the national r ..

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Barbeque Nation opens first outlet in Sri Lanka

Thursday, 27 March 2025 12:20

Barbeque Nation, a leading casual dining chain in Asia, has launched its first Sri Lankan outlet at Colombo City Centre. ..

Government confident of implementing revised public sector salaries by April

Thursday, 27 March 2025 11:21

Sri Lanka’s 16th peacekeeping contingent prepares for UN mission

Monday, 24 March 2025 12:10

PM Amarasuriya calls for action on women’s issues

Monday, 24 March 2025 11:01

Sri Lanka launches ‘Model Urban Green Zones’ project

Thursday, 20 March 2025 10:15

Government launches major reform of state institutions

Wednesday, 19 March 2025 11:23

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Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs celebrates 26th anniversary

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:00

‘Salam Ramadan’ concludes successfully

Monday, 24 March 2025 00:00

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Dialog Enterprise and Huawei drive digital innovation with Wi-Fi 7 for future-ready businesses

Tuesday, 25 March 2025 02:59

ASUS unveils AI-powered laptops

Tuesday, 25 March 2025 02:59

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Tuesday, 25 March 2025 02:57

FT Lite

Rúpa: The collective journey

Saturday, 22 March 2025 00:10

Rúpa, is a captivating group exhibition showcasing a diverse collection of original artwork by ten exceptionally talented Sri Lankan artists. This u ..

‘Snow White’ now showing in 15 cinemas in Sri Lanka

Saturday, 22 March 2025 00:02

Courtyard Colombo and Christell Luxury Wellness celebrate strength and grace of women

Saturday, 22 March 2025 00:01

Opinion and Issues

How UK-sanctioned “Col” Karuna was deported from Britain 17 years ago

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:40

The United Kingdom (UK) announced on 24 March 2025 that sanctions have been imposed on four individuals from Sri Lanka who were allegedly responsible ..

From equality to equity: Redefining fairness for a performance-driven Sri Lanka

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:28

Navigating AI landscape in organisations: Change management

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:26

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EU GSP+: Critical trade concession SL cannot afford to lose

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:00

A delegation from the European Union (EU) will reach the island in mid-April to review its Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) for Sri Lanka ..

UK sanctions and Govt. response

Thursday, 27 March 2025 00:03

Signs SL becoming human smuggling hub

Wednesday, 26 March 2025 00:00

Sri Lanka’s stance on war in Gaza and questions it raises

Tuesday, 25 March 2025 01:26

Disappearing Great Tuskers an urgent call for action

Tuesday, 25 March 2025 01:25

Impunity with Police must end

Monday, 24 March 2025 00:00

Special Report

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

Thursday, 20 February 2025 04:36

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday participated as the Chief Guest at the 15th consecutive post-Budget forum organised by the Daily FT, in p ..

President AKD presents Budget 2025

Tuesday, 18 February 2025 03:18

Presidential Election 2024

Monday, 23 September 2024 00:50

Winners of ’’Lesser-known Foods of Sri Lanka’’ cooking competition announced in line with finale of six-week long campaign

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:04

Barbeque Nation opens first outlet in Sri Lanka at Colombo City Centre

Friday, 28 March 2025 00:02

Business News

Optimism among Swedish companies working with Sri Lanka

Role of accountancy in driving economic growth and revival

Hemas Manufacturing secures prestigious trade compliance certification from Sri Lanka Customs

Big draw for CSE-SEC Investor Forum

Hayleys unveils ‘Lifecode’ 2nd edition

Indo-Lanka Chamber hosts discussion on Sri Lanka’s industry and trade ties with India

OREL IT wins top honour at Presidential Export Awards

Industry veteran Bandula Fernando re-elected President of SLCGE at AGM

Lumbini Tea Valley wins Grand Prize Award and multiple awards at Global Tea Championship Awards 2025 in Las Vegas

Sri Lanka’s first-ever free OTT platform Kaputa Cinema to revolutionise digital entertainment

National Chamber of Commerce to host session with two key ministers today

National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka holds AGM 2025

Prime Minister attends launch of long-term gender equality project at Australia House

Strengthening women’s economic resilience: Japan and UN Women support women entrepreneurs in Mannar

Michelin Sri Lanka celebrates International Women’s Day

Minister Handunneththi pledges support for local industries during Lumala visit

CFA Society Sri Lanka Charter Awards Ceremony 2025 today

Samantha Dodanwela appointed Chairman of Mercantile Produce Brokers

Lanka India Business Association launched in Sri Lanka

SL High Commission, Colombo Port City host investment promotion activities in Malaysia

Sutheash appointed to Ceylon Hotels Corp. Board

Hayleys Solar secures two prestigious awards at National Industry Brand Excellence Awards 2024

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Riding the Indian Wave: World’s fifth largest economy on Sri Lanka’s shores

MP Chamara Sampath remanded till 1 April

Pathfinder Foundation, Ananta Aspen Centre hold India-Sri Lanka Strategic Dialogue ahead of Modi visit

Two Colombo High Court Judges recuse from Namal’s Krrish case

Former ASP Udugampola acquitted from Millennium City case

Govt. assures revised public sector salaries from April

Parliament to vote on Deshabandu’s removal in April

15-year struggle in search of her son: Jayakumari seeks help from President AKD

Namal ordered to appear before Court if CID files indictment against him in another Krrish case

Cabinet clears to gazette repeal of Foreign Debt Act of 1957 and amendments

Sri Lanka seeks closer ties with ASEAN via Sectoral Dialogue Partnership

Govt. MPs submit motion to Speaker to remove Deshabandu

SJB will support any proposal against Deshabandu: Sajith

Minister Bimal Rathnayake elected Chair of Sri Lanka-China Parliamentary Friendship Association

Election Commission to review Govt.’s development projects ahead of LG polls

Dr. Ruvaiz Haniffa named SJB’s Colombo Mayoral candidate

Committee on High Posts recommends former Chief Justice Jayasuriya as envoy to UN

Three new envoys to Sri Lanka present credentials to President

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Barbeque Nation opens first outlet in Sri Lanka

Government confident of implementing revised public sector salaries by April

Sri Lanka’s 16th peacekeeping contingent prepares for UN mission

PM Amarasuriya calls for action on women’s issues

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Youth incident highlights deep-seated emotions amid rising tensions over Palestine

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Barbeque Nation opens first outlet in Sri Lanka

Government confident of implementing revised public sector salaries by April

Sri Lanka’s 16th peacekeeping contingent prepares for UN mission

PM Amarasuriya calls for action on women’s issues

Today's Columnists

How UK-sanctioned “Col” Karuna was deported from Britain 17 years ago

My thoughts on Handagama’s “Rani”

From equality to equity: Redefining fairness for a performance-driven Sri Lanka

Navigating AI landscape in organisations: Change management

“Wake up Arabs! Shame on you”

Youth incident highlights deep-seated emotions amid rising tensions over Palestine

Significance of PM Modi’s visit to Sri Lanka

UK sanctions, Tilvin’s unrepentant untruths, Anura’s policy direction

Kerala: Entry into India for Sri Lankan businesses

ADFEST 2025 – Where collisions ignite creativity

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