Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:50

Govt. kicks off National Tax Week with noble call

The Government yesterday kicked off the ‘National Tax Week,’ aimed at strengthening compliance and broadening the base, with President Anura Kumar ..

National Credit Guarantee Institution debuts in boost to MSMEs

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:47

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday hailed the official launch of the National Credit Guarantee Institution Ltd., (NCGIL), a transformative ste ..

Ambeon-linked ATX Partners, ARCASIA buy 58% stake of Alpha Fire

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:41

A consortium comprising ATX Partners and ARCASIA Investments and Trading Ltd., yesterday bought 58% stake in Alpha Fire Services (AFS) for over Rs. 22 ..

SriLankan Airlines’ new Airbus to perform low fly-past over Colombo tomorrow

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:40

SriLankan Airlines’ new addition to the Airbus A330-200 fleet is set to touch down in Sri Lanka tomorrow, but not before treating plane spotters to ..

Aitken Spence reports healthy financial results

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:32

Aitken Spence PLC, a leading conglomerate with a diverse regional presence, has recorded a strong EBITDA of Rs. 25.4 billion, reflecting resilient gro ..

Private sector reaffirms commitment to strengthen trade ties with China

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:25

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Vice Chairman Krishan Balendra last Friday reaffirmed the private sector’s readiness to pursue tangible investment an ..

CCPI in May 2025 indicates continued easing of deflationary conditions

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:21

The easing of deflationary conditions continued in May 2025, in line with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s (CBSL) near-term projections. ..

Bullish week for CSE

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:21

The Colombo stock market yesterday ended a bullish week boosted by rebound in investor sentiment and strategic deals. ..

Sri Lanka-China Trade and Investment Forum 2025 sparks new economic opportunities

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:19

Labour Minister and Economic Development Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando yesterday called on high-level Chinese companies to consider joint ..

Biz confidence bounces back

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:18

“The barometer of business confidence rebounds sharply despite the state of play,” leading business magazine LMD reports, in its soon to be releas ..

Asian shares dip as uncertainty grows about what’s next with Trump’s tariffs

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:18

Asian shares were mostly lower on Friday as uncertainty grew about what will happen next after a US court blocked many of President Donald Trump’s s ..

People’s Bank achieves consolidated pre-tax profit of Rs. 17.7 b in 1Q

Friday, 30 May 2025 00:45

People’s Bank yesterday announced its results for the period ended 31 March 2025, reporting a total consolidated operating income of Rs. 45.1 billio ..

Cargills reports strong FY25 performance; 22.5% increase in Profit After Tax

Friday, 30 May 2025 00:33

Cargills (Ceylon) PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s leading consumer companies, yesterday reported a strong financial performance for the financial year endin ..

Ambeon enters mineral sand biz in East with UK-listed firm

Friday, 30 May 2025 00:25

With a view to diversifying its investment portfolio, Ambeon Capital PLC has decided to invest in and become a stakeholder of a project for the mining ..

National Environment Week 2025 kicks off

Friday, 30 May 2025 00:00

Sri Lanka has launched a major new campaign to tackle plastic pollution, declaring a National Environment Week under the theme “Let’s End Pollutio ..

Govt. champions collateral-free credit for MSMEs at NCGIL launch

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:44

Deputy Finance Minister Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma yesterday pledged the Government’s continued support to empower micro, small and medium enterpris ..

May tourist arrivals hit all-time high for the month but registers lowest footfall so far in 2025

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:41

Tourist arrivals in off-season May recorded the highest-ever arrivals for the month, though performance was the lowest monthly footfall for 2025 so fa ..

Investor’s love for Sri Lanka – Binod Chaudhary

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 00:00

Binod Chaudhary, Nepal’s pioneering entrepreneur and Chairman of CG Corp Global, first set foot in Sri Lanka during one of its most challenging chap ..

CSE enjoys merry May as best after lapse of eight months

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:29

The Colombo stock market in May achieved its best-ever performance in eight months thanks to a rebound in bullish investor sentiments. ..

PickMe delivers Rs. 1.17 b net profit in first full year post-IPO

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:22

PickMe, Sri Lanka’s homegrown technology platform facilitating ride-hailing and delivery, has reported a standout year of performance, recording a P ..

Deepa Mehta to film new Sherlock Holmes-inspired comedy ‘Sher’ in Sri Lanka

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:21

Acclaimed Oscar-nominated filmmaker Deepa Mehta has officially announced her latest cinematic venture, Sher, during a media briefing held on Thursday ..

Sri Lanka and ADNOC explore long-term crude supply deal and joint petroleum investments

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:20

A high-level discussion between representatives of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and a Sri Lankan delegation was held yesterday at the Pr ..

US appeals court allows Trump to continue collecting tariffs under emergency powers

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:18

A federal appeals court on Thursday allowed President Donald Trump to continue collecting tariffs under an emergency powers law, for now, as his admin ..

Elon Musk confirms departure from US Govt. role

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:18

Elon Musk has officially stepped down from his role in the US Government, saying he will now shift his full attention back to running Tesla and SpaceX ..

Chinese Commerce Minister informs AKD of growing investor interest on Sri Lanka

Friday, 30 May 2025 00:48

The visiting China’s Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met with President Anura Kumara Disanayake and expressed growing interest in Sri Lanka by investo ..

Colombo stock market remains bullish with high turnover

Friday, 30 May 2025 00:40

The Colombo stock market gathered further momentum yesterday with high turnover and relatively higher gain in indices in tandem with bullish investor ..

Foreigners must obtain temporary licences to drive tuk-tuks: DMT

Friday, 30 May 2025 00:30

The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has issued a notice clarifying the procedures for foreign nationals wishing to drive three-wheelers (tuk-tuks) i ..

Siam House celebrates 32 years as pioneer of authentic Thai cuisine

Friday, 30 May 2025 00:06

Siam House, a trailblazer in authentic Thai dining, marks its 32nd anniversary—celebrating over three decades of bringing the rich flavours of Thail ..

Home-grown Hayleys Fentons leads Sri Lanka’s renewable energy revolution

Thursday, 29 May 2025 05:54

In an effort towards revolutionising Sri Lanka’s renewable energy landscape, HayWind – the wind energy arm of Hayleys Fentons – yesterday offici ..

National Credit Guarantee Institution debuts in boost to MSMEs

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:47

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday hailed the official launch of the National Credit Guarantee Institution Ltd., (NCGIL), a transformative ste ..

Govt. champions collateral-free credit for MSMEs at NCGIL launch

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:44

Deputy Finance Minister Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma yesterday pledged the Government’s continued support to empower micro, small and medium enterpris ..

Ambeon-linked ATX Partners, ARCASIA buy 58% stake of Alpha Fire

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:41

A consortium comprising ATX Partners and ARCASIA Investments and Trading Ltd., yesterday bought 58% stake in Alpha Fire Services (AFS) for over Rs. 22 ..

May tourist arrivals hit all-time high for the month but registers lowest footfall so far in 2025

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:41

Tourist arrivals in off-season May recorded the highest-ever arrivals for the month, though performance was the lowest monthly footfall for 2025 so fa ..

SriLankan Airlines’ new Airbus to perform low fly-past over Colombo tomorrow

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:40

SriLankan Airlines’ new addition to the Airbus A330-200 fleet is set to touch down in Sri Lanka tomorrow, but not before treating plane spotters to ..

Investor’s love for Sri Lanka – Binod Chaudhary

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 00:00

Binod Chaudhary, Nepal’s pioneering entrepreneur and Chairman of CG Corp Global, first set foot in Sri Lanka during one of its most challenging chap ..

Aitken Spence reports healthy financial results

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:32

Aitken Spence PLC, a leading conglomerate with a diverse regional presence, has recorded a strong EBITDA of Rs. 25.4 billion, reflecting resilient gro ..

CSE enjoys merry May as best after lapse of eight months

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:29

The Colombo stock market in May achieved its best-ever performance in eight months thanks to a rebound in bullish investor sentiments. ..

Private sector reaffirms commitment to strengthen trade ties with China

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:25

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Vice Chairman Krishan Balendra last Friday reaffirmed the private sector’s readiness to pursue tangible investment an ..

PickMe delivers Rs. 1.17 b net profit in first full year post-IPO

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:22

PickMe, Sri Lanka’s homegrown technology platform facilitating ride-hailing and delivery, has reported a standout year of performance, recording a P ..

CCPI in May 2025 indicates continued easing of deflationary conditions

Monday, 2 June 2025 05:21

The easing of deflationary conditions continued in May 2025, in line with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s (CBSL) near-term projections. ..

Deepa Mehta to film new Sherlock Holmes-inspired comedy ‘Sher’ in Sri Lanka

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:21

Acclaimed Oscar-nominated filmmaker Deepa Mehta has officially announced her latest cinematic venture, Sher, during a media briefing held on Thursday ..

Bullish week for CSE

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:21

The Colombo stock market yesterday ended a bullish week boosted by rebound in investor sentiment and strategic deals. ..

Sri Lanka and ADNOC explore long-term crude supply deal and joint petroleum investments

Saturday, 31 May 2025 01:20

A high-level discussion between representatives of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and a Sri Lankan delegation was held yesterday at the Pr ..

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President visits Build SL 2025 Construction Expo

Saturday, 31 May 2025 18:44

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visited the 20th “Build SL Housing and Construction International Exhibition” today (May 31), held at the Sirim ..

Chinese business delegation explores investment in Sri Lanka

Saturday, 31 May 2025 09:43

Polish Foreign Minister meets Sri Lankan President to boost EU ties

Friday, 30 May 2025 11:25

Sri Lanka’s gem industry eyes revival with 2025 exhibition

Friday, 30 May 2025 10:19

Chinese Commerce Minister meets Sri Lankan President to boost economic ties

Thursday, 29 May 2025 22:39

BYD gains ground in Sri Lanka’s automotive market

Thursday, 29 May 2025 15:27

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Sampath Bank thrills audiences with spectacular trilingual symphony experience

Thursday, 29 May 2025 03:36

Premium International celebrates 20 years of service excellence in healthcare technology and infrastructure

Monday, 19 May 2025 02:48

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IT / Telecom / Tech

Sri Lanka strengthens global digital diplomacy at Asia Tech x Summit 2025 in Singapore

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:11

The Technocity charts Sri Lanka’s AI future with high-level strategic presence at Computex 2025

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:08

Huawei ICT Competition 2024–2025: AI empowers education and talent growth

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 03:06

FT Lite

Huang Zitao in Trincomalee takes Sri Lanka to Chinese screens in a new light

Saturday, 31 May 2025 00:16

On the afternoon of 28 May 2025, the Republic Building in Colombo played host to a high-profile media event that signalled not just a cross-cultural e ..

Sampath Bank celebrates cultural unity through second edition of groundbreaking trilingual concert

Saturday, 31 May 2025 00:14

SLT-Mobitel partners Sri Lanka’s biggest Sinhala entertainment platform ‘Roopa Hala’

Saturday, 31 May 2025 00:11

Opinion and Issues

Bottleneck in drug testing: Sri Lanka’s bioequivalence challenge

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 01:31

Sri Lanka’s drive to boost local pharmaceutical manufacturing is running up against a critical bottleneck: the scarcity of bioequivalence testing fa ..

Climate messaging went to Cannes and wore a dress

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 01:12

Organisation of Professional Associations of Sri Lanka: Tower of strength

Tuesday, 3 June 2025 00:21

FT View - Editorial

Swift justice for corruption

Monday, 2 June 2025 01:55

The recent sentencing of former Cabinet Ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando to 20 and 25 years of rigorous imprisonment respectively ..

Malini Fonseka: A tribute

Saturday, 31 May 2025 00:51

Barring local students from KDU medical degree

Friday, 30 May 2025 00:00

Keep Auditor General’s office free from political interference

Thursday, 29 May 2025 04:15

Conflicts of interest in appointments to SOEs

Wednesday, 28 May 2025 00:00

British media’s racist lens on drug arrest in Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 27 May 2025 00:54

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

Business News

Empowering minds: Andrew Bryant ignites NHRC 2025 stage with call for self-leadership in changing world

ADB supports first performance-based non-revenue water PPP project in Galle

SUNGROW continues E.B. Creasy Solar collaboration with launch of energy storage systems

Sri Lanka-China Business Co-operation Council relaunches Business Star Awards 2025

CEAT Kelani soars to new altitudes with 17 Golds for Quality Improvement Projects

Sunshine Holdings delivers steady FY25 results with 7% top-line growth

Port City Colombo commemorates tenant handover of Business Centre

President visits Build SL Housing and Construction International Expo 2025

UK Trade Envoy visits MAS Holdings to strengthen bilateral ties

Kotmale aims to enhance leadership in dairy industry with new brand campaign

Corporates shine at NCQP 2025 with innovative solutions

Maris Panorama 2025 on 6 June to spotlight strategic priorities for Sri Lanka’s digital economy

ILO, Australia and Norway unite to ‘GROW’ resilience in Northern province

Build SL Exhibition 2025 opens at BMICH

Singhe Furniture bags two prestigious awards at National Industry Brand Excellence Awards

Dialog and NARA enable fishermen locate Potential Fishing Zones via Sayuru app

HNB and Litro revolutionise domestic gas delivery with card and QR-based payment solutions

Build SL Housing and Construction International Expo begins today

PickMe firm floats ESOP

Private sector-led China International Chamber of Commerce seeks investment opportunities

ACE Apparel leads way in sustainability with ‘OEKO-TEX Organic Cotton’ certification

eMarketingEye wins at Google Agency Excellence Awards 2024

FT NEWS

Celebrating 191st feast of St. Anthony of Padua at Kochchikade, Colombo

Australian Deputy PM and Defence Minister Richard Marles to visit Sri Lanka

Shaping future of evaluation for enhanced accountability and better lives

BASL urges prompt appointment of RTI Commission Chairperson

Health Ministry urges vigilance amid global rise in COVID-19 cases

Nearly 10,000 people affected as Southwest Monsoon brings heavy rains

European Union high-level delegation visits SL

Savin Edirisinghe wins coveted 32nd Gratiaen Prize for “Kata Katha: Gossip, Rumours, and Idle Talk”

Over 50,000 power outages reported amid monsoon rains

Over 3,000 affected as Southwest Monsoon brings heavy rains and winds across Sri Lanka

Driver fatigue main cause for Kotmale bus accident killing 23: Probe

Canal cleanup drive in Colombo to mark World Environment Day under ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ initiative

President meets District Coordination Committee Chiefs

National Shoora Council tells President ruling party has no mandate to enact new anti-terror law

BASL files petition over Sabaragamuwa Uni. ragging incident

Lalkantha says Balthazaar nominated for Colombo Mayor post

Premadasa and Peters pledge deeper Sri Lanka-New Zealand ties

Polish FM arrives in Sri Lanka on official visit

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President visits Build SL 2025 Construction Expo

Chinese business delegation explores investment in Sri Lanka

Polish Foreign Minister meets Sri Lankan President to boost EU ties

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System failure at the Ports: Outdated Customs algorithm causes massive delays, costing billions

Malaka Dewapriya’s ‘The Undecided’: Tragedy of a generation floating on the surface

Cyberattacks, WhatsApp hacks, and reimbursements

Empowering people for a thriving nation: Essentials for excellence

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President visits Build SL 2025 Construction Expo

Chinese business delegation explores investment in Sri Lanka

Polish Foreign Minister meets Sri Lankan President to boost EU ties

Sri Lanka’s gem industry eyes revival with 2025 exhibition

Today's Columnists

Climate messaging went to Cannes and wore a dress

Organisation of Professional Associations of Sri Lanka: Tower of strength

Child safety requires full protection of all child rights

Health and wealth priced out by bad advice

Human rights of data subjects: Does Personal Data Protection Act safeguard digital privacy?

System failure at the Ports: Outdated Customs algorithm causes massive delays, costing billions

Malaka Dewapriya’s ‘The Undecided’: Tragedy of a generation floating on the surface

Cyberattacks, WhatsApp hacks, and reimbursements

Empowering people for a thriving nation: Essentials for excellence

The NPP’s most painful problem

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