Friday, 18 October 2024 00:00

Ex-Presidents recap governance and leadership traits

By Darshana Abayasingha The last panel of the 45th Annual Conference of the Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka offered a rare glimpse into the gover ..

Ranil Wickremesinghe urges voters to elect experienced MPs to parliament

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:30

Sri Lanka’s former President, Ranil Wickremesinghe, has urged voters to send experienced members back to Parliament in the upcoming General Election ..

Govt. increases tax on several key imported food items

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:26

The Government yesterday announced an increase in taxes on certain imported goods, effective from 14 October to 31 December 2024. This move comes un ..

Ministry of Crab wannabe taken to Court

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:22

The Commercial High Court of Colombo on 9 October 2024 issued two enjoining orders against a restaurant identifying itself as ‘The King Crab,’ fol ..

Lower than expected debt relief for SL under new bondholder deal: Verité

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:10

Sri Lanka’s hopes for substantial debt relief from its recent bondholder agreement are fading, according to the latest Verité Research. The countr ..

CSE rebounds on improved investor sentiments

Thursday, 17 October 2024 02:01

The Colombo stock market staged a comeback yesterday on improved investor sentiments, especially on the hotel counters. ..

Court rejects Arjun Aloysius’ bail request again

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:56

The Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court yesterday rejected the bail application filed on behalf of three Directors of W.M. Mendis and Company Ltd., Arj ..

Six-month fuel concession plan to support fishing industry amid rising costs

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:51

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved providing relief to the fishing industry in response to the sharp rise in fuel prices. ..

World’s hardest bills to fake; the 100 Swiss Francs lead with 18 security features

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:46

Banks and Governments around the globe are constantly working to stop counterfeit money from entering circulation, with some nations proving far more ..

Sampath Bank strengthens global ties with investment in SBI $ 750 m syndicated loan

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:32

Sampath Bank PLC yesterday announced its participation in a significant financial milestone, contributing to the $ 750 million senior unsecured syndic ..

Cabinet approves enhanced debt management system with Commonwealth Meridian Software

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:28

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday, approved to procure the Commonwealth Meridian Software, provided by the Commonwealth Secretariat. ..

Strong upturn for manufacturing; service sector posts marginal expansion in September

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:24

The country’s manufacturing sector in September showed a strong upturn, whilst services sector showed a sluggish expansion, judging by the Purchasin ..

IFS unveils revolutionary industrial AI solutions

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:20

By Nisthar Cassim in Orlando, Florida Global leader in enterprise software IFS yesterday in Orlando, Florida announced a slew of Artificial Intellige ..

Chamod Kavindu: Human cost of college rugby program

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:04

Chamod Kavindu, is a prime example of the human cost of the Royal College rugby program, much in the news recently, since Daily FT’s exposure based ..

CA Sri Lanka Annual Session promotes ‘Looking Beyond Margins’

Tuesday, 15 October 2024 03:31

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) commenced their 45th Annual Conference in Colombo last night, discussing how ‘Mar ..

Arjun Aloysius sentenced to six months imprisonment over VAT evasion

Tuesday, 15 October 2024 03:23

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court yesterday sentenced controversial businessman and W.M. Mendis Distilleries Director Arjun Aloysius, along with two ot ..

Tea crop sees surge in September, marginal growth for first nine months of 2024

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:28

Sri Lanka’s tea crop has seen an improvement in volumes, despite the adverse weather conditions and other constraints. As per provisional data rele ..

SOEs need empowered CEOs, less hype on Chairpersons: MTI

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:24

MTI Consulting CEO Hilmy Cader said the need for the Government to prioritise the calibre and empowerment of CEOs within State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs ..

President calls for unified national plan to reform agriculture industry, address rural poverty

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:20

In a bid to revitalise the agriculture sector and tackle pervasive rural poverty, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake called for a long-term, unified n ..

President calls for efficiency and inclusivity in road and transport projects

Thursday, 17 October 2024 02:03

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday urged for greater efficiency in road development and infrastructure projects, emphasising their critical ..

Cabinet decides to expand buyback agreements for locally produced medicines to boost industry

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:57

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved entering into a buyback agreement with local pharmaceutical manufacturers for the supply ..

Cabinet nod to re-establish Food Policy Committee to address cost-of-living and supply chain issues

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:53

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to re-establish the Food Policy Committee, originally establish ..

SLBC to use Rs. 1.5 b from land sales for restructuring, VRS

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:50

The Cabinet of Ministers this week had earmarked these funds to revamp the loss-making broadcaster into a profitable entity. Of the Rs. 525 million re ..

Vehicle imports will be considered only under strict guidelines: Minister

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:40

By Charumini de Silva Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Vijitha Herath yesterday confirmed the Government’s stance in favour of vehicle importation bu ..

Sri Lanka emerges as target for international “scam camp”

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:30

Police Spokesman Deputy Inspector General (IGP) Nihal Thalduwa yesterday revealed that Sri Lanka has emerged as a new target for international crimina ..

First set of new passports to reach on Saturday

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:26

The first set of new passports will reach the country on Saturday easing the ongoing shoratge. This quantity is part of the 750,000 consignment. “A ..

Yohani’s debut album ‘Kella’ accepted for Grammy consideration

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:22

South Asian pop sensation, Yohani yesterday announced that her debut album “Kella” consisting 14 tracks composed entirely by herself has been acce ..

SLAITO elects Nalin Jayasundera as new president aiming for strategic growth and innovation

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:06

Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO), the apex body representing the Destination Management Companies (DMC) industry in Sri Lanka, ..

John Keells Group unveils $ 1.2 b Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka today

Tuesday, 15 October 2024 03:33

In a move that promises to reshape Sri Lanka’s tourism landscape, John Keells Group will officially launch Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka ..

Mangala Wijesinghe new Chairman at EDB

Tuesday, 15 October 2024 03:26

Young corporate leader Mangala Wijesinghe has been appointed the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Export Development Board (EDB) of Sri ..

Govt. informs SC decision to re-evaluate Adani Wind Farm deal

Tuesday, 15 October 2024 03:21

The Government has decided to re-evaluate the agreement with Adani Green Energy for a 250 MW Wind Power Project in Mannar, according to information pr ..

Ranil Wickremesinghe urges voters to elect experienced MPs to parliament

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:30

Sri Lanka’s former President, Ranil Wickremesinghe, has urged voters to send experienced members back to Parliament in the upcoming General Election ..

Tea crop sees surge in September, marginal growth for first nine months of 2024

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:28

Sri Lanka’s tea crop has seen an improvement in volumes, despite the adverse weather conditions and other constraints. As per provisional data rele ..

Govt. increases tax on several key imported food items

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:26

The Government yesterday announced an increase in taxes on certain imported goods, effective from 14 October to 31 December 2024. This move comes un ..

SOEs need empowered CEOs, less hype on Chairpersons: MTI

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:24

MTI Consulting CEO Hilmy Cader said the need for the Government to prioritise the calibre and empowerment of CEOs within State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs ..

Ministry of Crab wannabe taken to Court

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:22

The Commercial High Court of Colombo on 9 October 2024 issued two enjoining orders against a restaurant identifying itself as ‘The King Crab,’ fol ..

President calls for unified national plan to reform agriculture industry, address rural poverty

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:20

In a bid to revitalise the agriculture sector and tackle pervasive rural poverty, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake called for a long-term, unified n ..

Lower than expected debt relief for SL under new bondholder deal: Verité

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:10

Sri Lanka’s hopes for substantial debt relief from its recent bondholder agreement are fading, according to the latest Verité Research. The countr ..

President calls for efficiency and inclusivity in road and transport projects

Thursday, 17 October 2024 02:03

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday urged for greater efficiency in road development and infrastructure projects, emphasising their critical ..

CSE rebounds on improved investor sentiments

Thursday, 17 October 2024 02:01

The Colombo stock market staged a comeback yesterday on improved investor sentiments, especially on the hotel counters. ..

Cabinet decides to expand buyback agreements for locally produced medicines to boost industry

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:57

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved entering into a buyback agreement with local pharmaceutical manufacturers for the supply ..

Court rejects Arjun Aloysius’ bail request again

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:56

The Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court yesterday rejected the bail application filed on behalf of three Directors of W.M. Mendis and Company Ltd., Arj ..

Cabinet nod to re-establish Food Policy Committee to address cost-of-living and supply chain issues

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:53

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to re-establish the Food Policy Committee, originally establish ..

Six-month fuel concession plan to support fishing industry amid rising costs

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:51

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved providing relief to the fishing industry in response to the sharp rise in fuel prices. ..

SLBC to use Rs. 1.5 b from land sales for restructuring, VRS

Thursday, 17 October 2024 01:50

The Cabinet of Ministers this week had earmarked these funds to revamp the loss-making broadcaster into a profitable entity. Of the Rs. 525 million re ..

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President pledges reforms to combat corruption and improve public service

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 12:53

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised the key role of Sri Lanka’s energy sector, noting its importance as a revenue-generating entity. ..

Sri Lanka Army deploys more troops to aid flood victims

Tuesday, 15 October 2024 19:21

Let’s Talk Tourism: A Perspective from Dmitri Cooray, Managing Director of Jetwing Hotels

Tuesday, 15 October 2024 10:32

WFP pledges ongoing support to Sri Lanka

Sunday, 13 October 2024 14:46

Toxic canned fish consignment containing Arsenic discovered in Orugodawatte Customs storage complex

Sunday, 13 October 2024 11:18

SLAF inducts Beechcraft King Air 360ER to boost maritime surveillance

Saturday, 12 October 2024 13:10

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HNB Legacy Open Golf Tournament swings into action at Nuwara Eliya Golf Club

Tuesday, 15 October 2024 00:00

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IT / Telecom / Tech

Rootcode celebrates decade of innovation and global impact in technology

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:02

Abans launches latest Apple iPhone 16 range

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:00

IFS accelerates Industrial AI reality with release of IFS Cloud 24R2

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:00

FT Lite

Sky Gallery presents Van Gogh 2: The second exhibition of his masterpieces

Saturday, 12 October 2024 00:10

Sky Gallery of the ‘Fareed Uduman Art Forum’ recently announced Van Gogh 2, the second exhibition featuring the works of the legendary Dutch artis ..

MMCA Sri Lanka extends invitation for free public programs in October

Saturday, 12 October 2024 00:00

Action thriller Jigra in nine Lankan cinemas

Saturday, 12 October 2024 00:00

Opinion and Issues

Brazen abduction and brutal murder of journalist “Taraki” Sivaram

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:40

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake frequently emphasised during his election campaign that he would re-open investigations into incidents of colossal ..

Low hanging fruit for President and his 3-member cabinet

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:26

Sri Lanka’s debt repayments and economy post 2025

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:22

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Political representation of women and General Election

Friday, 18 October 2024 00:00

The extremely low level of representation of women in every layer of political decision-making in Sri Lanka has been recognised as a longstanding shor ..

Making parliament accessible to persons with disabilities

Thursday, 17 October 2024 00:00

Appointments to high posts

Wednesday, 16 October 2024 00:00

Chagos, decolonisation and Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 15 October 2024 00:00

Another lost opportunity in Geneva

Monday, 14 October 2024 00:00

Will 2024 be a repeat of 1977?

Saturday, 12 October 2024 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

Business News

SLID to inspire leaders with first-ever International Director Conference

Singhagiri and Samsung launch flagship showroom in dazzling display

David Pieris Solar completes mega project at Ranna

AICPA and CIMA announces Mark Koziel as next CEO

David Pieris Automobiles delivers first set of BAIC X55 II SUVs in Sri Lanka

Mangala Wijesinghe assumes duties as 16th Chairman of EDB

South Asia’s first AI-based hospital records profit growth in 2023/24

SLT-Mobitel shines on global stage with prestigious wins at 2024 ARC Awards

Alumex launches next-gen website: Integrating smart AI solutions for seamless customer journey

L.R.D.C. gets six-month contract to provide security services to institutions under Health Ministry

Curtin Colombo students showcase diverse prowess while pursuing academic excellence

COYLE’s trade delegation to South Korea forges new business alliance

Hela Apparel Holdings completes successful rights issue, raising Rs. 1.6 b

Cinnamon Life opens: Colombo’s new landmark designed by Cecil Balmond

CFA Society Sri Lanka announces WindForce as subject company for local competition of Institute Research Challenge Sri Lanka 2024/25

CA Sri Lanka pays tribute to three veteran Chartered Accountants for outstanding contributions to corporate, society and country

Rockland Group marks 100 years of passion and resilience with Chairman’s Awards

Santapaws Xmas bazaar and runway to rescue, usher in festive season

Fashion and apparel lead Sri Lanka’s rise to creative powerhouse

BOI continues digital transformation:

Lakshman Silva and Ashoka Goonesekere appointed to Melstacorp Board

Daraz Sri Lanka launches Choice by AliExpress on platform to provide consumers with vast assortment and best prices

FT NEWS

Govt. will release Easter Sunday reports at appropriate time – Minister Vijitha Herath

Sajith advises SJB candidates not to undermine President

All Ceylon Muslim Women’s Association announces IMRA Awards 2025

Colombo tops campaign spending limits set by ECSL ahead of November polls

SLPP says ready to work with anyone accepting party policies

Gammanpila demands Govt. commitment before handing over Easter Sunday reports

Kabir Hashim to share insights at National Evaluation Capacities Conference 2024 in Beijing

Department of Pensions begins Rs. 3,000 allowance payments

Two committees appointed on holding 77th Independence Day celebrations

Lankan envoy in Thailand emphasises climate resilience and trade integration in BIMSTEC region

Sri Lankan Ambassador in Warsaw virtually meets Polish author who wrote children’s book on Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan Ambassador to Saudi Arabia calls on Saudi Deputy Minister of Interior

Embassy of Sri Lanka in Jordan launches new official website

Sri Lankan Embassy in Romania celebrates diversity at 2024 Asia Cultural Festival

Lankan envoy in Belgium meets with VIVES University students prior to their visit to Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan Ambassador meets Bahrain’s Minister of Information

Govt. justifies decision to expedite seven high-profile cases

Gammanpila ready to meet Vijitha’s challenge over Easter Sunday reports

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President pledges reforms to combat corruption and improve public service

Sri Lanka Army deploys more troops to aid flood victims

Let’s Talk Tourism: A Perspective from Dmitri Cooray, Managing Director of Jetwing Hotels

WFP pledges ongoing support to Sri Lanka

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Brazen abduction and brutal murder of journalist “Taraki” Sivaram

Low hanging fruit for President and his 3-member cabinet

Sri Lanka’s debt repayments and economy post 2025

Financial fraud through social media and online scams: Growing threat in Sri Lanka and globally

Can centrist SJB hold against JVP surge for political domination?

Democratise access to education

The Sri Lankan woman: Is she empowered?

Govt. must hold domestic investigations on war crimes, prosecute offenders, clear name of armed forces

Towards sustainable and secure energy future for Sri Lanka

This election is about the “Opposition”

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President pledges reforms to combat corruption and improve public service

Sri Lanka Army deploys more troops to aid flood victims

Let’s Talk Tourism: A Perspective from Dmitri Cooray, Managing Director of Jetwing Hotels

WFP pledges ongoing support to Sri Lanka

Today's Columnists

Brazen abduction and brutal murder of journalist “Taraki” Sivaram

Low hanging fruit for President and his 3-member cabinet

Sri Lanka’s debt repayments and economy post 2025

Financial fraud through social media and online scams: Growing threat in Sri Lanka and globally

Can centrist SJB hold against JVP surge for political domination?

Democratise access to education

The Sri Lankan woman: Is she empowered?

Govt. must hold domestic investigations on war crimes, prosecute offenders, clear name of armed forces

Towards sustainable and secure energy future for Sri Lanka

This election is about the “Opposition”

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