Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:27

Export goals to face hurdles amid changing market dynamics: EDB Chief

Sri Lanka’s ambitious $ 16 billion export target for 2024 may face challenges as the Export Development Board (EDB) observes a slower-than-expected ..

Donald Trump elected US President in stunning political resurrection

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:25

Donald Trump has been elected the 47th President of the United States in a stunning political resurrection that sent shockwaves through America and ar ..

Sri Lanka welcomes inaugural Azur Air seasonal flight with 332 Russian tourists

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:21

Sri Lanka welcomed the inaugural Azur Air seasonal flight from Russia at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) yesterday, marking a boost to the to ..

Hemas boosts profitability through efficiency in challenging market

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:16

Hemas Holdings PLC yesterday reported a net profit of Rs. 2.6 billion in the first half of FY25 reflecting a 7.8% increase from a year ago. ..

Court exonerates Dr. Shafi of all charges

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:13

The Kurunegala Magistrate’s Court has acquitted Kurunegala Teaching Hospital Gynaecology and Obstetrics Unit Senior House Officer Dr. Shafi Shihabde ..

JKH sustains growth momentum in 2Q

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:30

Top blue chip John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) yesterday reported continued growth momentum across all businesses in the second quarter except the leisu ..

SL puts up brave show at WTM, London

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:26

Over 90 companies are participating at the World Travel Market (WTM), which kicked off yesterday. Here Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner Rohitha Bogolla ..

PickMe owning firm reports impressive results; declares one Rupee interim dividend

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:22

Newly listed Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka Ltd., (PickMe) has reported a group’s revenue of Rs. 1.39 billion in the 2Q of FY 2024/25 an increase ..

Over 800 students rally at Daily FT-CICRA Youth Summit 2024

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:19

The fourth Youth Summit on Cyber Security 2024 took place at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo recently, wher ..

HNB says withdrawal from Acuity Partners acquisition mutual

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 01:22

Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) yesterday said the decision to withdraw from the acquisition of Acuity Partners Ltd. was not unilateral, but was instea ..

Industry veteran Mothilal new Chairman at SLT

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 01:17

Industry professional Dr. Mothilal de Silva has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Board of Sri Lanka Telecom ..

Janashakthi sells 15% CDB stake for Rs. 2.2 b

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 01:15

Janashakthi Insurance PLC has sold a nearly 15% stake in Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) for Rs. 2.2 billion. The stake amounting to ..

Advocata calls for competitive bidding process to end corrupt procurement practices at SOEs

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 01:13

Advocata Institute is calling for a competitive bidding process to end corrupt procurement practices at State Owned Enterprises (SOEs). ..

Eran calls for extension of parate law suspension

Monday, 4 November 2024 03:43

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Colombo district candidate Eran Wickramaratne has urged President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to extend the suspension of pa ..

Where did debt borrowed under new NPP Government go?

Monday, 4 November 2024 03:42

Prof. Anil Jayantha claimed that the majority of debt borrowed (86%) between 27 September and 15 October was used to service existing debt obligations ..

HSBC Sri Lanka voted “Best Cash Management Bank” by Euromoney

Monday, 4 November 2024 03:40

HSBC Sri Lanka was voted “Best Cash Management Bank” by Euromoney’s acclaimed Cash Management Survey 2024. ..

President extends warm wishes to Trump

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:23

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday congratulated Donald J. Trump on being elected as the 47th President of the United States. ..

Govt. lifts restrictions on Galle Face Green

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:19

The Government has approved expanded use of Galle Face Green in Colombo, allowing the iconic site to host a variety of events beyond religious gatheri ..

Cabinet nod to build nearly 2,000 low-income housing units with Chinese grant

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:15

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved a significant low-income housing project funded by a Chinese Government grant, which will ..

Singapore’s Vitol Asia gets 6-month 92 octane petrol supply contract

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:11

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved awarding a contract to Singapore-based Vitol Asia Ltd., to supply five shipments of 92 octane petrol, tota ..

Top banker Kavinda de Zoysa new Chairman at Bank of Ceylon

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:28

The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday announced the appointment of Kavinda de Zoysa as its new Chairman. de Zoysa, a career banker with over 30 years of ..

Salesforce to drive AI led digital transformation in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:24

Launches Agentforce, suite of autonomous, customisable agents and tools that work side by side with employees and workforce Salesforce, the world’s ..

Lakdinu De Silva becomes Global Champion of IMechE SOfE 2024

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:20

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) annually holds Speak Out for Engineering (SofE) competitions to improve young engineers public speaki ..

Travel Agents Association of Sri Lanka elects Shanaka as new President

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:08

The Travel Agents Association of Sri Lanka (TAASL) announced the election of its new leadership and Executive Council following its 49th Annual Genera ..

24/7 online appointment system from tomorrow to end passport queue

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 01:20

The Department of Immigration and Emigration yesterday announced that it will introduce an online appointment system for passport applications startin ..

CEB says reforms to continue but no privatisation

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 01:16

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said yesterday that reforms will continue though there will be no privatisation of the State utility. ..

World’s second biggest tyre manufacturer Michelin gives checklist for Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 01:14

A high-profile delegation from the global tyre manufacturing giant Michelin met the newly appointed EDB Chairman Mangala Wijesinghe on 1 November to e ..

“Cocoon” around heads of state: Is there one around President Anura Dissanayake already?

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 00:02

The “cocoon” around heads of state refers to the insulating layer of advisors, staff, and bureaucrats who control access to the leader, sometimes ..

HNB backs out from acquiring 100% of Acuity Partners

Monday, 4 November 2024 03:42

Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) has decided not to proceed with the previously announced acquisition of control of Acuity Partners Ltd., from joint ven ..

Israeli tourists leave Sri Lanka amid security advisories, arrivals from other markets remain stable

Monday, 4 November 2024 03:40

In the wake of the travel advisory from Israel’s National Security Council urging its citizens to exit Sri Lanka over a possible attack, the number ..

Sunil Jayarathne new Chairman at Civil Aviation Authority

Monday, 4 November 2024 03:38

Sunil Jayarathne, newly appointed Chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL), will resume his duties today (4). ..

Donald Trump elected US President in stunning political resurrection

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:25

Donald Trump has been elected the 47th President of the United States in a stunning political resurrection that sent shockwaves through America and ar ..

President extends warm wishes to Trump

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:23

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday congratulated Donald J. Trump on being elected as the 47th President of the United States. ..

Sri Lanka welcomes inaugural Azur Air seasonal flight with 332 Russian tourists

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:21

Sri Lanka welcomed the inaugural Azur Air seasonal flight from Russia at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) yesterday, marking a boost to the to ..

Govt. lifts restrictions on Galle Face Green

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:19

The Government has approved expanded use of Galle Face Green in Colombo, allowing the iconic site to host a variety of events beyond religious gatheri ..

Hemas boosts profitability through efficiency in challenging market

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:16

Hemas Holdings PLC yesterday reported a net profit of Rs. 2.6 billion in the first half of FY25 reflecting a 7.8% increase from a year ago. ..

Cabinet nod to build nearly 2,000 low-income housing units with Chinese grant

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:15

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved a significant low-income housing project funded by a Chinese Government grant, which will ..

Court exonerates Dr. Shafi of all charges

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:13

The Kurunegala Magistrate’s Court has acquitted Kurunegala Teaching Hospital Gynaecology and Obstetrics Unit Senior House Officer Dr. Shafi Shihabde ..

Singapore’s Vitol Asia gets 6-month 92 octane petrol supply contract

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:11

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved awarding a contract to Singapore-based Vitol Asia Ltd., to supply five shipments of 92 octane petrol, tota ..

JKH sustains growth momentum in 2Q

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:30

Top blue chip John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) yesterday reported continued growth momentum across all businesses in the second quarter except the leisu ..

Top banker Kavinda de Zoysa new Chairman at Bank of Ceylon

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:28

The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday announced the appointment of Kavinda de Zoysa as its new Chairman. de Zoysa, a career banker with over 30 years of ..

SL puts up brave show at WTM, London

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:26

Over 90 companies are participating at the World Travel Market (WTM), which kicked off yesterday. Here Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner Rohitha Bogolla ..

Salesforce to drive AI led digital transformation in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:24

Launches Agentforce, suite of autonomous, customisable agents and tools that work side by side with employees and workforce Salesforce, the world’s ..

PickMe owning firm reports impressive results; declares one Rupee interim dividend

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:22

Newly listed Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka Ltd., (PickMe) has reported a group’s revenue of Rs. 1.39 billion in the 2Q of FY 2024/25 an increase ..

Lakdinu De Silva becomes Global Champion of IMechE SOfE 2024

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:20

The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) annually holds Speak Out for Engineering (SofE) competitions to improve young engineers public speaki ..

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Ceylon Petroleum Corporation faces challenges despite profit gains: CPSTL Chairman

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 11:38

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has recently turned profitable but is struggling to operate independently due to competition from foreign petro ..

Transforming public service to achieve key government objectives

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 20:22

New online appointment system for passport collection launches November 6

Monday, 4 November 2024 19:38

President leads discussions on digitalising social welfare programs

Sunday, 3 November 2024 17:04

STF seizes over Rs. 2 Billion worth of heroin in major drug bust in Sevanagala

Sunday, 3 November 2024 16:36

Armenian tourist thanks Sri Lankan authorities for swift recovery of stolen luggage

Sunday, 3 November 2024 15:33

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JXG’s Mini Golf Tournament – Putt N Party

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 00:02

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Monday, 4 November 2024 02:04

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IT / Telecom / Tech

OKLO triumphs with four awards at National ICT Awards 2024

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:08

Dialog Axiata implements world’s first commercial virtual Base Station Controller with Ericsson

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:05

Sophos to acquire Secureworks for $ 859 m

Thursday, 7 November 2024 02:03

FT Lite

Catch the Colombo Comedy Show at Monarch Imperial on 26 November

Saturday, 2 November 2024 04:27

The Colombo Comedy Show, presented by the Colombo Taprobane Round Table 03 (CTRT 3), is back again, bigger and better than ever. Featuring five intern ..

French film ‘The Count of Monte-Cristo’ Sri Lankan premiere on 9 November

Saturday, 2 November 2024 04:26

MMCA Sri Lanka invites public to explore ‘Total Landscaping’

Saturday, 2 November 2024 04:25

Opinion and Issues

Harini or Sajith: Who is more necessary, can contribute more?

Thursday, 7 November 2024 00:40

(https://www.ft.lk/news/President-outlines-NPP-s-inclusive-vision-for-transformative-change/56-768799) Throughout 2024 I consistently urged that th ..

Truth, lies, national security, and value of democratic Opposition

Thursday, 7 November 2024 00:10

“NPP Govt. will never fall” – Chathuranga Abeysinghe

Thursday, 7 November 2024 00:00

FT View - Editorial

Media Minister is on wrong track

Thursday, 7 November 2024 00:00

All politicians love the media as long as they are in Opposition and turn the guns on them once they are in power. It’s a love-hate relationship and ..

Trump 2.0 or first US Woman President?

Wednesday, 6 November 2024 00:00

‘November Heroes’ sans accountability

Tuesday, 5 November 2024 00:00

PTA is not a political football

Monday, 4 November 2024 00:54

Time to stop objectifying female politicians

Saturday, 2 November 2024 04:03

Vijay’s entry into Tamil Nadu politics

Friday, 1 November 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

JAT posts 67% PAT growth despite Bangladesh crisis

Alumex takes quantum leap with brand-new cutting- edge manufacturing facility ’Ascend’

Sithara awarded Bronze at CNCI Achiever Awards 2024

Sri Lanka gears up for first-ever marine summit ‘Voyage Sri Lanka 2024’

Benji celebrates 5 major wins at Lectra Stella Awards

Inovartic Investment launches Abu Dhabi University Graphene Centre in partnership with SLINTEC

E.B. Creasy Solar secures exclusive distribution agreement with Thornova Solar in Sri Lanka

Country launch of Global Innovation Index 2024 today

Vella announces establishment of corporate group structure

Shako helmets manufacturer Inventive Polymers Lanka wins ‘National Award of Excellence for Best Supply Chain Organisation’

42nd National IT Conference rescheduled to 24-26 Nov.

NCCSL workshop on “Market Research Insights and Analytics for Business Competitiveness” on Thursday

Sri Lanka-NORDIC Business Council holds 23rd AGM

CPC profits curbed by foreign competition: CPSTL Chairman

COYLE Leadership Forum: Visionary platform for tomorrow’s business leaders

Sri Lanka-Canada Business Council concludes successful trade and investment mission to Canada

Sri Lanka participates in World Trade Expo 2024 in Mumbai

Samsung Sri Lanka officially launches Galaxy S24 FE for purchase with exclusive offers

Prima triumphs at National Supply Chain Excellence Awards for 2nd consecutive year

Teejay closes H1 charting strong course for future

Sri Lanka Design Festival 2024: Showcase of creativity and culture at Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Ceylon Business Appliances celebrates 54 years of excellence

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NPP will get less than 100 seats: Madduma Bandara

Govt. considers reviewing security allocations for Ex-Presidents

China extends fabric grant for 2025 school uniforms

British High Commissioner meets President’s Secretary

Korea extends $ 10.2 m grant for integrated solid waste management project

Govt. reallocates unused funds to settle Rs. 28 b for road rehabilitation bills

Israeli UNRWA ban will deepen Palestinian humanitarian catastrophe: MSF

SC orders trial continuation for ex-IGP and Defence Secretary in Easter Sunday case

Ex-PUCSL Chief Janaka Ratnayake summoned over unpaid VAT

RCSSL AGM and dinner tonight at NH Collection, Colombo

Tilvin accuses Ranil of continuously deceiving citizens

Election to go ahead on 14 Nov. as SC dismisses petition

Ratwatte spouse remanded over illegally assembled SUV

SJB will form strong Opposition if not elected to power: Hirunika

President outlines NPP’s inclusive vision for transformative change

Jayantha Gallehewa elected uncontested as President-Elect of Organisation of Professional Associations

Ranil urges public sector to hold votes unless NPP commits to wage hike

Gangaramaya Temple announces Venerable Galboda Siri Gnanissara Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund

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President leads discussions on digitalising social welfare programs

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Coconut: The next ‘tea’ for Sri Lanka?

Appreciation: Franklyn Amerasinghe

“NPP Govt. will never fall” – Chathuranga Abeysinghe

Chabad House in Arugam Bay: Bringing Gaza home?

Why Sri Lanka needs a strong, united parliament now more than ever

Rethinking Central Bank independence in Sri Lanka’s development journey

Central Bank defence of liquidity injections amid “money printing” controversy

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Ceylon Petroleum Corporation faces challenges despite profit gains: CPSTL Chairman

Transforming public service to achieve key government objectives

New online appointment system for passport collection launches November 6

President leads discussions on digitalising social welfare programs

Today's Columnists

Harini or Sajith: Who is more necessary, can contribute more?

Truth, lies, national security, and value of democratic Opposition

Are rice consumers and farmers victims of current practices?

Coconut: The next ‘tea’ for Sri Lanka?

Appreciation: Franklyn Amerasinghe

“NPP Govt. will never fall” – Chathuranga Abeysinghe

Chabad House in Arugam Bay: Bringing Gaza home?

Why Sri Lanka needs a strong, united parliament now more than ever

Rethinking Central Bank independence in Sri Lanka’s development journey

Central Bank defence of liquidity injections amid “money printing” controversy

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