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Economy robust in March

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

Gold prices hit record high

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:20

By Charumini de Silva Gold prices in Sri Lanka yesterday saw a sharp increase, rising by Rs. 22,000 in just one day. The price of one sovereign (eigh ..

VAT exemptions for locally sourced milk, yogurt and naphtha

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:12

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) yesterday confirmed that locally produced liquid milk and yoghurt are now exempted from Value Added Tax (VAT). T ..

Tea exporters urge tariff-free access to US market

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:08

The Tea Exporters Association of Sri Lanka (TEA) has raised concerns over the recently imposed reciprocal tariffs by the US, warning that the country ..

First Capital Treasuries to raise Rs. 3 b via debentures

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:04

First Capital Treasuries PLC is to raise Rs. 3 billion via a listed debenture issue. It will issue 10 million debentures constituted of type A liste ..

Sri Lanka unveils its future-focused pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:00

Sri Lanka officially inaugurated its pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, joining over 150 participating countries under the global theme “Designing Future ..

Govt. to send high-level delegation to US over tariff talks

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:42

A high-level delegation will travel to the US next week to hold direct discussions with the US Trade Representative following Trump administration’s ..

Sri Lanka gears up for Global Franchise Forum 2025, featuring top international brands

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:41

The Global Franchise Forum (GFF) is set to host its Sri Lanka edition on 27 April at the Sheraton Hotel, Colombo. This premier event will bring togeth ..

Tourism earnings top $ 1 b in Q1

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:37

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has reflected a robust upturn, earning over $ 1 billion during the first quarter. It signifies the remarkable recovery ..

US tariff pause propels Colombo stock market

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:07

The 90-day suspension of the new high reciprocal tariff by the United States propelled the Colombo stock market boosting its value by over Rs. 200 bil ..

Sri Lanka sees strong tourism surge in early April

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:05

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues to build momentum in 2025, with over 56,000 arrivals in the first nine days of April alone—a 12% increase c ..

CoPE uncovers massive losses in BIA expansion

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:00

The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE), chaired by MP Dr. Nishantha Samaraweera, has unearthed significant financial mismanagement in the Bandaran ..

JAAF commends Govt. for proactive leadership on US tariff issue

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:54

The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) this week extended its appreciation to the Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) and President Anura Kumara Disana ..

Sanjiv Hulugalle appointed CEO/GM of Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:25

Cinnamon Life yesterday announced the appointment of Sanjiv Hulugalle as the Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Cinnamon Life at City of D ..

ADB’s preliminary take on impact of new US tariffs on Sri Lanka

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:16

The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Colombo-based experts yesterday confirmed that Sri Lanka will be impacted by the high 44% reciprocal tariff impos ..

Sajith calls for urgent talks with US Senate and House over President Trump’s tariffs

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:12

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday criticised the Government for its inaction on the growing global trend of reciprocal tariffs, warning tha ..

IRD introduces major changes to VAT law to boost compliance

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:14

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) recently announced significant changes to the Value Added Tax (VAT) Act No. 14 of 2022, following the official cer ..

SL welcomes over 93,000 tourists in 1H of April, pushing YTD arrivals to over 816,000

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:10

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is showing strong signs of growth momentum in 2025, with nearly 94,000 visitors welcomed in the first half of April, pr ..

Colombo stock market ends week with losses

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:06

The Colombo stock market yesterday ended the week with losses, amidst relatively low investor activity. The benchmark ASPI declined by 0.6% and the a ..

IMF lauds strong recovery in SL, cautions against global uncertainty

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:02

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) last week lauded the continuous economic recovery by Sri Lanka under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) with stron ..

Ranil warns of massive job losses over US tariffs

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:44

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday warned over the serious economic threat posed by the US’s new reciprocal tariff policy on Sri Lankan ..

WindForce completes Rs. 89 m rooftop solar project in Maldives

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:41

WindForce has completed the 366 KWP rooftop solar PV power project at Cocoon Island, Maldives as an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) c ..

CSE begins positively post-Avurudu amidst low turnover

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:39

The Colombo stock market was positive on the first day of trading yesterday after the Sinhala-Tamil New Year holidays amidst low turnover. ..

Small hydro developers slam CEB shutdown, demands compensation

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:36

The Small Hydro Power Developers Association (SHPDA) has strongly condemned the Ceylon Electricity Board’s (CEB) decision to shutdown small hydropow ..

Tourism investments soar to $ 25 m in Q1

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:05

Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe on Wednesday pointed to growing investor confidence in the country’s tourism sector, noting that inve ..

National Tourism Commission to streamline sector governance

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:02

Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe on Wednesday announced that the concept paper for the establishment of a National Tourism Commission ha ..

BOI initiates dialogue with top 50 exporters on reciprocal US tariffs and way forward

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:56

The Board of Investment (BOI) yesterday initiated discussions with top exporters on the high 44% reciprocal tariffs on Lankan products by the United S ..

New Year ‘kevili’ table costs 7% higher in 2025 than 2024

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:52

The cost of preparing a traditional ‘kevili’ table for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year has increased by 7% in 2025 compared to 2024, and stands mor ..

Proud moment for Sri Lanka – Tasha Marikkar featured on BBC One’s Saturday Kitchen Live

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:17

Renowned Sri Lankan chef, food curator and author, Tasha Marikkar, brought the vibrant flavours of her homeland to an international audience as she ap ..

President to convene all-party meeting today to discuss US tariff impact on SL

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:14

Leader of the House Minister Bimal Rathnayake yesterday announced that President Anura Kumara Disanayake will convene an all-party meeting today (10) ..

Trump pauses higher duties on most nations, hikes China rate

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:11

US President Donald Trump has said he would pause higher reciprocal tariffs for 90 days on dozens of trade partners, while raising duties on China to ..

Gold prices hit record high

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:20

By Charumini de Silva Gold prices in Sri Lanka yesterday saw a sharp increase, rising by Rs. 22,000 in just one day. The price of one sovereign (eigh ..

IRD introduces major changes to VAT law to boost compliance

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:14

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) recently announced significant changes to the Value Added Tax (VAT) Act No. 14 of 2022, following the official cer ..

VAT exemptions for locally sourced milk, yogurt and naphtha

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:12

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) yesterday confirmed that locally produced liquid milk and yoghurt are now exempted from Value Added Tax (VAT). T ..

SL welcomes over 93,000 tourists in 1H of April, pushing YTD arrivals to over 816,000

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:10

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is showing strong signs of growth momentum in 2025, with nearly 94,000 visitors welcomed in the first half of April, pr ..

Tea exporters urge tariff-free access to US market

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:08

The Tea Exporters Association of Sri Lanka (TEA) has raised concerns over the recently imposed reciprocal tariffs by the US, warning that the country ..

Colombo stock market ends week with losses

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:06

The Colombo stock market yesterday ended the week with losses, amidst relatively low investor activity. The benchmark ASPI declined by 0.6% and the a ..

First Capital Treasuries to raise Rs. 3 b via debentures

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:04

First Capital Treasuries PLC is to raise Rs. 3 billion via a listed debenture issue. It will issue 10 million debentures constituted of type A liste ..

IMF lauds strong recovery in SL, cautions against global uncertainty

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:02

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) last week lauded the continuous economic recovery by Sri Lanka under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) with stron ..

Sri Lanka unveils its future-focused pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:00

Sri Lanka officially inaugurated its pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, joining over 150 participating countries under the global theme “Designing Future ..

Ranil warns of massive job losses over US tariffs

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:44

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday warned over the serious economic threat posed by the US’s new reciprocal tariff policy on Sri Lankan ..

Govt. to send high-level delegation to US over tariff talks

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:42

A high-level delegation will travel to the US next week to hold direct discussions with the US Trade Representative following Trump administration’s ..

WindForce completes Rs. 89 m rooftop solar project in Maldives

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:41

WindForce has completed the 366 KWP rooftop solar PV power project at Cocoon Island, Maldives as an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) c ..

Sri Lanka gears up for Global Franchise Forum 2025, featuring top international brands

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:41

The Global Franchise Forum (GFF) is set to host its Sri Lanka edition on 27 April at the Sheraton Hotel, Colombo. This premier event will bring togeth ..

CSE begins positively post-Avurudu amidst low turnover

Thursday, 17 April 2025 03:39

The Colombo stock market was positive on the first day of trading yesterday after the Sinhala-Tamil New Year holidays amidst low turnover. ..

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Sri Lanka donates USD 1 Million in earthquake relief to Myanmar

Thursday, 17 April 2025 15:40

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President discusses reforms to revive SriLankan Airlines

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Sri Lanka strengthens Asia-Pacific ICT ties

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:08

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Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:06

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FT Lite

Gratiaen Trust announces panel of judges for 32nd Gratiaen Prize and H.A.I. Goonetileke Prize for Translation

Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:13

The Gratiaen Trust, in association with the John Keells Foundation, has announced the distinguished panel of judges for Sri Lanka’s most prestigious ..

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Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:12

The Women Behind the Vows: Heartfelt celebration honouring women powering wedding industry

Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:11

Opinion and Issues

TMVP leader Pillaiyaan’s arrest, 2019 Easter bombings and Azad Maulana’s revelations

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:40

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Sri Lanka as a trading outpost

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:26

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Friday, 18 April 2025 00:24

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Sanity check on more handouts

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:00

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Thursday, 17 April 2025 01:45

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Friday, 11 April 2025 00:46

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Special Report

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Thursday, 20 February 2025 04:36

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Japan urges Sri Lanka to seize reform opportunity and boost bilateral ties

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Sri Lanka–Benelux Business Council holds 29th Annual General Meeting

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TMVP leader Pillaiyaan’s arrest, 2019 Easter bombings and Azad Maulana’s revelations

Sri Lanka as a trading outpost

AKD’s ‘double pocket’ diplomacy?

Easter Sunday six years on: Still waiting for truth, justice, and reconciliation

Resetting trade ties: 90-day roadmap to resolve US-Sri Lanka tariff imbalances

Modi’s men: AKD campaigns flat-out; confused Opposition holds back

To trump Trump’s tariffs

Tariff tensions and creative solutions: Rethinking Sri Lanka’s export future

Impact of recent income tax changes on individuals with foreign employment income

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