Tuesday, 29 October 2024 03:05

Govt.’s duty is security, not show: President on recent terror threat

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday countered Opposition criticism related to national security and recent intelligence reports of a potentia ..

US Envoy clarifies no travel ban on Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 03:01

She emphasised the importance of transparency and collaboration between the US Embassy and Sri Lankan authorities, noting that the advisory was issued ..

CSE gathers further momentum as ASPI reaches 32-month high

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:57

The Colombo stock market gathered further momentum yesterday to new highs as investors turned bullish. ..

Vietnam’s tourism likely to boom under ‘Six Countries, One Destination’ visa initiative

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:55

Hanoi: A shared visa zone for the Southeast Asia region, similar to Europe’s Schengen visa mechanism, could be a game-changer for Vietnam’s touris ..

Lumbini Tea Factory achieves world’s first group ‘regenagri’ certification

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:51

Lumbini Tea Factory Deniyaya was awarded the world’s first group ‘regenagri’ certification for regenerative agriculture practices on behalf of t ..

Great Place to Work to unveil Best Workplaces for Women 2024 at ‘Radiance’ Networking Forum

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:48

The ‘Best Workplaces for Women 2024’ list will be unveiled later this week, marking a key step in promoting gender equality and inclusive workplac ..

AIA and NDB Bank celebrate prestigious win at ninth Asia Trusted Life Agents and Advisers Awards 2024

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:27

AIA Insurance and its long-standing bancassurance partner, National Development Bank (NDB), have been honoured with the ‘Bank Partner of the Year’ ..

HSBC Premier Mastercard cardholders at 67th Annual Grammy Awards

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 01:28

An HSBC Premier Mastercard cardholder and their companion will be able to enjoy a ‘priceless’ experience through an exclusive and unforgettable tr ..

Ranil takes aim at AKD; says ‘I was President without majority, so is he’

Monday, 28 October 2024 04:02

Former President and United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickremesinghe voiced strong criticisms at an election rally in Negombo, highlighting th ..

Dr. Weerasinghe receives ‘A’ grade Central Bank Governor award

Monday, 28 October 2024 03:46

Global Finance Magazine in August released the names of Central Bank Governors who earned the highest grades in the Central Banker Report Cards 2024. ..

X-Press increases lead as world’s largest feeder operator

Monday, 28 October 2024 03:38

X-Press Feeders has widened the gap on its main rival Unifeeder as the world’s largest common feeder operator. ..

New Board at EDB

Monday, 28 October 2024 03:33

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his capacity as the Finance, Economic Development, Policy Formulation, Planning and Tourism Minister, has appoi ..

Global software platform Motadata picks Zeal Sri Lanka as first Platinum partner

Monday, 28 October 2024 02:29

Global software platform Motadata has signed a partnership with Zeal Sri Lanka, marking a significant milestone in enhancing IT infrastructure managem ..

CL Synergy celebrates 20 years of excellence in freight forwarding and logistics

Monday, 28 October 2024 01:48

Leading Sri Lankan freight forwarding and logistics company, CL Synergy Ltd., (CLS), celebrated 20 years of operations in September 2024. ..

Aviation sector supports $ 37 b or 27% of Dubai’s GDP

Monday, 28 October 2024 01:41

Emirates Group and Dubai Airports have released an economic impact study that reaffirms the central role aviation plays in Dubai’s economy, by quant ..

President denies Ranil’s State sector salary hike allocation claims

Saturday, 26 October 2024 03:25

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has dismissed recent claims by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe regarding funds allegedly allocated for a publ ..

Former PUCSL Chief calls for 30% electricity tariff cut

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:59

Former Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) Chairman Janaka Ratnayake yesterday called for an at least 30% reduction in electricity tariff ..

WindForce gets 366 kWp rooftop solar PV power project in Maldives

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:56

WindForce PLC said yesterday it has entered into an agreement for the engineering design, procurement, and commissioning (EPC) of a 366 kWp rooftop so ..

New Govt. holds talks with CHEC Port City officials

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:53

Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake yesterday held talks with CHEC Port City Colombo Ltd. Managing Director Xiong Hongfeng. ..

President wants to strengthen National Procurement Commission

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:49

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday emphasised the importance of implementing a procurement plan and strengthening the National Procurement C ..

Ex-banker Jayasinghe appointed Chairman of HDFC Bank

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:31

Ex-banker P.J. Jayasinghe has been appointed as the new Chairman of HDFC Bank PLC. ..

W15 Ambuluwawa: If heaven was a place on earth

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 01:47

A hotel with a beautiful view is a dime a dozen. A hotel with a breath-taking 360-degree view is a rarity but still not impossible to find. ..

Sri Lankan coconut products on show first time at Saudi Agriculture Expo 2024

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 01:08

The Sri Lankan Embassy in Riyadh, in collaboration with the Coconut Development Authority of Sri Lanka, successfully organised the first-ever particip ..

CSE ASPI emerges as leading performer in Asia

Monday, 28 October 2024 03:50

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has been placed as the second best performing equity index in Asia as of 25 October 2024, with the All Share Price In ..

SL reiterates decision to seek association with BRICS and new development bank

Monday, 28 October 2024 03:40

Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane represented Sri Lanka at the BRICS Plus Outreach Dialogue held in Kazan on 24 October. The Outreach Dialogue follo ..

Manusha warns of threat to Korean job quota for Lankans

Monday, 28 October 2024 03:34

Former Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara raised concerns about the potential loss of thousands of South Korean E8 visa catego ..

New appointments at Treasury

Monday, 28 October 2024 03:31

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the following appointments according to a proposal presented by the President, in his capacity as the Minister o ..

DirectPay achieves 1000x growth in just 60 months

Monday, 28 October 2024 02:00

In just 60 months, DirectPay has accomplished an extraordinary 1000x growth, solidifying its position as a leading player in the Sri Lankan fintech sp ..

SLAVO congratulates new President AKD

Monday, 28 October 2024 01:46

The Sri Lanka Association of Vessel Operators (SLAVO) has extended its warmest congratulations to Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his election as the 9th ..

Sri Lanka to crack down on unlicenced tourist-run business amid visa overstays

Saturday, 26 October 2024 03:27

In response to recent reports of foreign nationals operating businesses without proper authorisation and overstaying their visas, Sri Lanka Tourism De ..

CSE enjoys second day of over Rs. 4 b turnover; ends week on a high

Saturday, 26 October 2024 03:24

The Colombo stock market yesterday enjoyed another day of high turnover before finishing the week on the up. ..

US Envoy clarifies no travel ban on Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 03:01

She emphasised the importance of transparency and collaboration between the US Embassy and Sri Lankan authorities, noting that the advisory was issued ..

Former PUCSL Chief calls for 30% electricity tariff cut

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:59

Former Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) Chairman Janaka Ratnayake yesterday called for an at least 30% reduction in electricity tariff ..

CSE gathers further momentum as ASPI reaches 32-month high

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:57

The Colombo stock market gathered further momentum yesterday to new highs as investors turned bullish. ..

WindForce gets 366 kWp rooftop solar PV power project in Maldives

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:56

WindForce PLC said yesterday it has entered into an agreement for the engineering design, procurement, and commissioning (EPC) of a 366 kWp rooftop so ..

Vietnam’s tourism likely to boom under ‘Six Countries, One Destination’ visa initiative

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:55

Hanoi: A shared visa zone for the Southeast Asia region, similar to Europe’s Schengen visa mechanism, could be a game-changer for Vietnam’s touris ..

New Govt. holds talks with CHEC Port City officials

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:53

Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake yesterday held talks with CHEC Port City Colombo Ltd. Managing Director Xiong Hongfeng. ..

Lumbini Tea Factory achieves world’s first group ‘regenagri’ certification

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:51

Lumbini Tea Factory Deniyaya was awarded the world’s first group ‘regenagri’ certification for regenerative agriculture practices on behalf of t ..

President wants to strengthen National Procurement Commission

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:49

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday emphasised the importance of implementing a procurement plan and strengthening the National Procurement C ..

Great Place to Work to unveil Best Workplaces for Women 2024 at ‘Radiance’ Networking Forum

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:48

The ‘Best Workplaces for Women 2024’ list will be unveiled later this week, marking a key step in promoting gender equality and inclusive workplac ..

Ex-banker Jayasinghe appointed Chairman of HDFC Bank

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:31

Ex-banker P.J. Jayasinghe has been appointed as the new Chairman of HDFC Bank PLC. ..

AIA and NDB Bank celebrate prestigious win at ninth Asia Trusted Life Agents and Advisers Awards 2024

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:27

AIA Insurance and its long-standing bancassurance partner, National Development Bank (NDB), have been honoured with the ‘Bank Partner of the Year’ ..

W15 Ambuluwawa: If heaven was a place on earth

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 01:47

A hotel with a beautiful view is a dime a dozen. A hotel with a breath-taking 360-degree view is a rarity but still not impossible to find. ..

HSBC Premier Mastercard cardholders at 67th Annual Grammy Awards

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 01:28

An HSBC Premier Mastercard cardholder and their companion will be able to enjoy a ‘priceless’ experience through an exclusive and unforgettable tr ..

Sri Lankan coconut products on show first time at Saudi Agriculture Expo 2024

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 01:08

The Sri Lankan Embassy in Riyadh, in collaboration with the Coconut Development Authority of Sri Lanka, successfully organised the first-ever particip ..

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Government urges public to apply for passports only for urgent needs

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 22:05

The government today advised the public to apply for passports through the Department of Immigration and Emigration solely for urgent purposes. ..

President Dissanayake calls for exporters’ support to drive economic independence

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 20:43

President instructs the Ministry and PMB to address rice price issue

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Lankapak 2024: South Asia’s Premier Packaging Expo Opens Today in Colombo

Friday, 25 October 2024 21:15

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Epic Lanka among world’s top software companies at Australia’s premier fintech event

Monday, 28 October 2024 02:33

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Monday, 28 October 2024 02:32

Global software platform Motadata picks Zeal Sri Lanka as first Platinum partner

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FT Lite

Indian Cultural Association celebrates Durga Puja

Saturday, 26 October 2024 01:05

Members of the Indian Cultural Association (ICA) in Sri Lanka recently came together to celebrate Durga Puja at the Sri Manika Vinayagar Kovil, Lorenz ..

British Council presents brand new play by academy award-winning director

Saturday, 26 October 2024 01:02

French Charlie Motto Sri Lanka music tour kicks off on 29 Oct.

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Opinion and Issues

Why Sri Lanka has yet to find its own Lee Kuan Yew

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:11

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Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:05

Nobel Prize for Economics in 2024 and Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 02:01

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Addressing suicides and bullying

Tuesday, 29 October 2024 01:57

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2018 coup a cautionary tale of promises gone wrong

Monday, 28 October 2024 01:29

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Saturday, 26 October 2024 02:38

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Friday, 25 October 2024 00:06

Stop playing politics over people’s grief from Easter Sunday attack

Thursday, 24 October 2024 00:00

The future of national carrier

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Special Report

Presidential Election 2024

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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

Haycarb triumphs at ARC International Awards 2024

Vajira, Mano appointed to Access Engineering Board

Sri Lanka Design Festival 2024: Uniting creativity and commerce with India as partner nation

CASIO intensifies fight against counterfeits in Sri Lanka

Ceylon Biscuits retains MTI for international strategy alignment

MTV Channel to host 2026 Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union’s General Assembly in Sri Lanka

The Colombo Plan officials meet Port and Aviation Ministry to strengthen partnership

High Commissioner Bogollagama promotes SL processed food products at Fortnum & Mason, London

Nawaloka Hospital bags Merit award at National Business Excellence Awards 2024

Hexnode appoints Allen Richard as Country Head of Global Strategic Alliances for India and SAARC region

Metropolitan and People’s Micro Commerce partner to boost SME business

ComBank steps up engagement with women entrepreneurs in 2024

Overseas Realty records Rs. 4.5 b Profit Before Tax for nine months

Indrajit Wickramasinghe appointed to Overseas Realty Board

Sri Lanka’s gem legacy to shine at FACETS 2025

Craft and education impact on Sri Lanka’s creative economy

Hameed Ashraff appointed to EDB Board

Central Engineering Services gets contract to renovate State-owned tourist bungalows

Institute of Supply and Materials Management organises 2024 National Supply Chain Day celebrations today

Noyon celebrates over century of lace heritage and 20 years of design and craftsmanship in Sri Lanka

Hong Kong Trade Development Council and EDB join forces to boost Sri Lanka’s exports

President says control price of rice remains unchanged

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People’s Struggle Alliance condemns US Embassy’s terror alert

Sri Lanka participates at CHOGM 2024

Coalition for Inclusive Impact launches cross-party dialogue series

MSF Scientific Days – Asia 2024: Advancing humanitarian medical innovation and research across Asia

Pakistan High Commission in Colombo commemorates Kashmir Black Day

FR filed against Ranjan’s candidacy

Mahinda visits Johnston in remand prison

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praises decision to confer Classical Language status on Pali

Imthiaz criticises NPP and President’s shift to traditional politics

“Baseless Allegations”: Ranil responds to Cardinal’s critique on Easter Sunday reports

Marikkar calls for strong opposition to safeguard democracy

TISL launches General Election 2024 watchdog

Ariyanethran denies reports of summons by TID

SC rules against rejection of DNA nomination papers in Vanni

Sri Lanka India Society commemorates 78th Independence Day of India

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