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Rooftop solar with battery storage: Significant growth potential not recognised

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Mahaweli Doctrine 2.0: Sri Lanka in an age of fragmented interdependence

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

The German connection: Why Sri Lanka needs it – and vice versa

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Beyond grievance: Building avenues for coexistence

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Shadow economy, 5km blind spot, and unseen cost of inclusion

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Growth paradox – Numbers vs. benefits: Part I – Reforming public sector

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:26

Labour reform: Key link to Sri Lanka’s next wave of FDI

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:25

Lanka’s renewable energy future: Are we solving real problems or undermining our own success?

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:24

Government must heed cry for fairer taxes and quell storm

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:23

Key income tax deadlines before December ends

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:22

Sri Lanka’s essential oil industry: Opportunities, challenges, and future directions in the global fragrance and flavour value chain

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:20

Besieging Mahinda Rajapaksa, Sri Lanka’s ethos, and SJB priorities

Thursday, 15 October 2026 03:49

Beyond the Finish Line

Thursday, 15 October 2026 00:44

From stability to prosperity: Building on President’s agenda

Thursday, 15 October 2026 00:13

Corruption: Promises and Results

Thursday, 15 October 2026 00:08

From remitters to investors: Sri Lanka needs an investment engine

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 00:24

IMF Seventh Review and moving forward

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 00:23

Sri Lanka tourism’s billion dollar problem: Record arrivals, shrinking value

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 00:22

Digital skills development of South Asian women entrepreneurs: Opportunities and challenges for Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 00:20

When responsible organisations remain silent

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 00:53

President explains tourism campaign delay

Sri Lanka’s long-awaited global tourism promotion campaign remains stalled by shortcomings in the Government’s procurement framework, with Preside ..

Vehicle registrations up 18% in Sept. on two-wheeler rebound

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Vehicle registrations rose 18% month-on-month to 54,214 units in September from 45,811 in August, driven mainly by a rebound in two-wheelers and three ..

Govt. eyes Azerbaijan oil and gas supply

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka has explored energy cooperation with Azerbaijan, particularly in the supply of oil and gas. The talks took place between Foreign Minister Vi ..

CSE down 0.65% during week, ends on the up

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

The Colombo stock market extended the rebound into a second straight session to end the week on the up. During the week, the ASPI fell 0.65% and the S ..

US invests $ 17 m to digitalise Colombo Port

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

The US will provide $ 17 million to digitise operations at the Port of Colombo, in partnership with the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA), aiming to cu ..

Sri Lanka advances World Bank-backed global tourism marketing roadmap

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka has advanced discussions on implementing its World Bank-backed Global Destination Marketing and Communication Campaign, with a focus on deve ..

ComBank partners Payable to introduce ‘Soundbox’ for small business digital payments

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:26

Driven by its commitment to introduce the latest global technologies and continuously elevate the customer experience, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has a ..

Crevaty Co-Founder Dimuthu Ethugala named CA Sri Lanka Outstanding Global Achiever

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:24

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) has named Crevaty Co-Founder Dimuthu Ethugala Outstanding Global Achiever of the Ye ..

Arugam Bay voted Asia’s best beach

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:22

Arugam Bay has been ranked Asia’s best beach in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026, one of four Sri Lankan beaches to make the ..

Landmark hotel Galadari to reopen as Radisson Blu

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:20

Galadari Hotels (Lanka) PLC said it will reopen its landmark Colombo hotel as the Radisson Blu Hotel Galadari Colombo in the fourth quarter of 2026. ..

Freehold clause, rupee pre-sales and BSI ownership test Port City safeguards

Thursday, 15 October 2026 06:14

Parliament’s Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) is seeking the Attorney General’s opinion on whether Colombo Port City apartments can lawfully be ..

Sri Lanka, EU discuss green energy hub at Trincomalee Port

Thursday, 15 October 2026 06:12

Sri Lanka and the European Union (EU) have explored plans to establish a green energy hub at Trincomalee Port, with both sides highlighting the need f ..

Court upholds travel curbs on Hela Clothing Directors

Thursday, 15 October 2026 06:05

The Commercial High Court of Colombo has upheld an interim order barring the five Directors of Hela Clothing Ltd., from travelling overseas. ..

IRD reminds taxpayers of 30 Nov. deadline

Thursday, 15 October 2026 06:02

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has reminded taxpayers about the 30 November, 2026 deadline for filing income tax returns for the Year of Assessme ..

Digital Summit Asia 2026 seeks to position Sri Lanka as Asia’s digital epicentre

Thursday, 15 October 2026 04:26

A strong global digital presence can help Sri Lankan businesses enter overseas markets and lift foreign-exchange earnings, Digital Economy Deputy Mini ..

Rs. 400 b renewable energy pipeline at risk without bankable deals, faster approvals: Expert

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka’s plan to attract around Rs. 400 billion in renewable energy and battery storage investment over the next three years could fall short, un ..

Sri Lanka, China discuss expanding economic cooperation

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka and China have discussed ways to deepen bilateral relations and expand economic cooperation to support the island’s economic development. ..

High Grown tea output sinks to 34-year low in September

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka’s tea production fell by nearly 9% year-on-year in September to 20.2 MnKg, from 22.1 MnKg a year earlier, as excessive rainfall and poor g ..

Tourist arrivals up 3% in 1H of October

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka welcomed 77,868 tourists in the first 15 days of October 2026, a 3% year-on-year (YoY) increase, but cumulative arrivals for the year remain ..

Half of earlier Port City approvals fall away, CoPF finds

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:30

Half of the investors approved in an earlier round at Colombo Port City have withdrawn or are no longer proceeding, Parliament’s Committee on Public ..

CSE green lights Sampath Bank’s Rs. 10 b debenture issue

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:25

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) yesterday said it has approved in principle Sampath Bank PLC’s Rs. 10 billion debenture issue and subscriptions wil ..

Manufacturing, services PMI stay in expansion zone in September

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:23

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

Airlines representatives weigh cost pressures, ground handling reforms, airport upgrades

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:21

The Board of Airline Representatives (BAR) Sri Lanka yesterday took up rising operating costs, ground handling procedures, and airport infrastructure ..

President sets deadlines for key SOE, PPP and Customs laws

Thursday, 15 October 2026 06:15

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has outlined a February 2027 deadline for presenting key legislation covering State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), publi ..

Port City visa count hits 14,300 as CoPF flags oversight gaps

Thursday, 15 October 2026 06:13

The Colombo Port City Economic Commission (CPCEC) has issued 14,300 visas thus far for foreign employees of Port City businesses but cannot vouch for ..

Colombo High Court enlarges Jiffry Mohamed on bail in alleged money laundering case

Thursday, 15 October 2026 06:05

Colombo High Court Judge Buddhika C. Ragala has enlarged on bail Jiffry Mohamed accused in a money laundering case having considered the submissions m ..

Customs surpasses Rs. 2.2 t annual revenue target

Thursday, 15 October 2026 06:02

Sri Lanka Customs has surpassed its original 2026 revenue target of Rs. 2,207 billion, collecting Rs. 2,208 billion by 13 October, nearly a month ahea ..

Delmege Insurance Brokers retains No. 1 position for third consecutive year

Thursday, 15 October 2026 05:33

Delmege Insurance Brokers has reaffirmed its position as Sri Lanka’s No. 1 insurance broker for the third consecutive year, 2023, 2024 and 2025, acc ..

The Kingsbury and Amaya Resorts win Gold, bag seven awards at South Asian Travel Awards 2026

Thursday, 15 October 2026 03:46

The Kingsbury and Amaya Resorts & Spas have won three Gold Awards at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, leading a seven-award haul for Hayleys ..

Vehicle registrations up 18% in Sept. on two-wheeler rebound

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Vehicle registrations rose 18% month-on-month to 54,214 units in September from 45,811 in August, driven mainly by a rebound in two-wheelers and three ..

Rs. 400 b renewable energy pipeline at risk without bankable deals, faster approvals: Expert

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka’s plan to attract around Rs. 400 billion in renewable energy and battery storage investment over the next three years could fall short, un ..

Govt. eyes Azerbaijan oil and gas supply

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka has explored energy cooperation with Azerbaijan, particularly in the supply of oil and gas. The talks took place between Foreign Minister Vi ..

Sri Lanka, China discuss expanding economic cooperation

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka and China have discussed ways to deepen bilateral relations and expand economic cooperation to support the island’s economic development. ..

CSE down 0.65% during week, ends on the up

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

The Colombo stock market extended the rebound into a second straight session to end the week on the up. During the week, the ASPI fell 0.65% and the S ..

High Grown tea output sinks to 34-year low in September

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka’s tea production fell by nearly 9% year-on-year in September to 20.2 MnKg, from 22.1 MnKg a year earlier, as excessive rainfall and poor g ..

US invests $ 17 m to digitalise Colombo Port

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

The US will provide $ 17 million to digitise operations at the Port of Colombo, in partnership with the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA), aiming to cu ..

Tourist arrivals up 3% in 1H of October

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka welcomed 77,868 tourists in the first 15 days of October 2026, a 3% year-on-year (YoY) increase, but cumulative arrivals for the year remain ..

Sri Lanka advances World Bank-backed global tourism marketing roadmap

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka has advanced discussions on implementing its World Bank-backed Global Destination Marketing and Communication Campaign, with a focus on deve ..

Half of earlier Port City approvals fall away, CoPF finds

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:30

Half of the investors approved in an earlier round at Colombo Port City have withdrawn or are no longer proceeding, Parliament’s Committee on Public ..

ComBank partners Payable to introduce ‘Soundbox’ for small business digital payments

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:26

Driven by its commitment to introduce the latest global technologies and continuously elevate the customer experience, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has a ..

CSE green lights Sampath Bank’s Rs. 10 b debenture issue

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:25

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) yesterday said it has approved in principle Sampath Bank PLC’s Rs. 10 billion debenture issue and subscriptions wil ..

Crevaty Co-Founder Dimuthu Ethugala named CA Sri Lanka Outstanding Global Achiever

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:24

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) has named Crevaty Co-Founder Dimuthu Ethugala Outstanding Global Achiever of the Ye ..

Manufacturing, services PMI stay in expansion zone in September

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:23

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

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436 health service assistants receive appointments

Friday, 16 October 2026 12:32

A total of 436 Health Service Assistants have received appointment letters to strengthen Sri Lanka’s free healthcare system. ..

President Invites Investors to Sri Lanka

Friday, 16 October 2026 11:53

UCN Global 2026 Conference opens in Colombo

Thursday, 15 October 2026 16:00

Government to add Rs. 7.5 billion to Re-MSME Plus loan scheme

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 20:27

Sri Lanka and Montana explore trade and investment opportunities

Monday, 12 October 2026 21:39

Sri Lanka opens National Business Facilitation Centre

Monday, 12 October 2026 19:00

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The Unlabelled Runway 2026 brings fashion, inclusion and purpose together

Monday, 12 October 2026 02:54

HNB Legacy Open 2026

Friday, 2 October 2026 00:00

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Celebrity and entertainment spotlight at FT-Interbrand IWD gala

Tuesday, 11 April 2023 16:59

Daily FT-Interbrand International Women’s Day gala

Monday, 10 April 2023 15:57

IT / Telecom / Tech

IFS brings Industrial AI Harness to world’s most critical and complex industries

Thursday, 15 October 2026 05:15

IFS launches IFS Intelligence: New way to apply AI to industrial challenges technology previously could not solve

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 00:02

SLT-Mobitel launches ‘SMART AI’ South Asia’s first AI token credit based platform

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 00:00

FT Lite

Mike Audio appointed official distributor for Onkyo, Klipsch and Integra in Sri Lanka

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Mike Audio Ltd., a sister company of Yamaha Music Centre Sri Lanka, has been appointed the official distributor for Onkyo, Klipsch and Integra in Sri ..

Moonamal Knowledge Series to explore design, ecology and abundance with Sierra Bainbridge

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Lunuganga Community Day 2026

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

Opinion and Issues

Shadow economy, 5km blind spot, and unseen cost of inclusion

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

In the opening framing of Dr. W.A. Wijewardena’s Daily FT column, “Alarming case of financial illiteracy amidst drive for financial inclusiveness ..

Beyond grievance: Building avenues for coexistence

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

The German connection: Why Sri Lanka needs it – and vice versa

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

FT View - Editorial

PSTA and POC Bills threaten fundamental rights of citizens

Saturday, 17 October 2026 00:00

The Government recently published in the gazette the Prevention of Organised Crimes (POC) Bill, which gives law enforcement agencies wide powers. The ..

Tuition dilemma

Friday, 16 October 2026 00:00

Reprieve for Anojan, relief for country

Thursday, 15 October 2026 04:07

Is now the time for growth?

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 00:00

When Britain went to the IMF

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 00:48

Who will step up?

Monday, 12 October 2026 03:11

Special Report

Digital economy goals stand despite AI threat to IT services: Dr. Wijayasuriya

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 01:37

The Government will hold to its target of a $ 15 billion digital economy by 2030 despite artificial intelligence (AI) eroding Sri Lanka’s IT service ..

BOI eyes larger Hambantota zone, new incentive scheme for investors

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 01:35

Govt. backs export drive with new plan, pledge of policy consistency: EDB

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 01:33

Business News

Chrysalis marks decade of catalysing inclusive change across Sri Lanka

Seylan Bank partners Colombo Motor Show 2026 as official banking and leasing partner for 10th consecutive year

ISMM to host National Supply Chain Day 2026 and National Supply Chain Excellence Awards

BRISL to host undergraduate seminar on Belt and Road Initiative in Colombo

Port City Colombo and University of Moratuwa sign framework agreement linking urban development with talent development

Sri Lanka–Vietnam Business Council to unlock $ 1 b trade ambition

EDB, CBSL hold seminar on Central Bank rules for electronics manufacturers

Stredge Consulting Middle East and SLAEA host an international webinar and panel discussion on Traceability in Practice

FCCISL and New Zealand High Commissioner discuss trade investment and regional business partnerships

Zydus-Sunshine JV to invest over $ 20 m in Horana pharma plant

RDA to take over provincial, local roads as national highways

JXG enters LMD’s Most Respected Entities in Sri Lanka 2026 for first time

CII delegation explores expanded industrial and investment cooperation between Sri Lanka and India

Dilmah named to SIAL Innovation Selection and Top 5 SIAL for Change finalist

OQ Trading wins Litro’s 2027 LPG deal at Aramco CP plus $ 133.93/MT

Sri Lankan-invented PACCP-X secures UK intellectual property rights and goes global

Chaaminda Kumarasiri wins CA Business Leader of the Year Award 2026

Sri Lanka EXPO 2027 promoted in Thailand

Embassy in Rome promotes export and investment opportunities at Sri Lanka Expo 2027

Dialog and IESL National Startup Challenge to empower entrepreneurs

Dipped Products opens Rs. 4.2 b glove plant in Katunayake EPZ

Sri Lanka must shift from consumption to productivity for durable growth: IPS

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Rooftop solar with battery storage: Significant growth potential not recognised

Mahaweli Doctrine 2.0: Sri Lanka in an age of fragmented interdependence

The German connection: Why Sri Lanka needs it – and vice versa

Beyond grievance: Building avenues for coexistence

Shadow economy, 5km blind spot, and unseen cost of inclusion

Growth paradox – Numbers vs. benefits: Part I – Reforming public sector

Labour reform: Key link to Sri Lanka’s next wave of FDI

Lanka’s renewable energy future: Are we solving real problems or undermining our own success?

Government must heed cry for fairer taxes and quell storm

Key income tax deadlines before December ends

Sri Lanka’s essential oil industry: Opportunities, challenges, and future directions in the global fragrance and flavour value chain

Besieging Mahinda Rajapaksa, Sri Lanka’s ethos, and SJB priorities

Beyond the Finish Line

From stability to prosperity: Building on President’s agenda

Corruption: Promises and Results

From remitters to investors: Sri Lanka needs an investment engine

IMF Seventh Review and moving forward

Sri Lanka tourism’s billion dollar problem: Record arrivals, shrinking value

Digital skills development of South Asian women entrepreneurs: Opportunities and challenges for Sri Lanka

When responsible organisations remain silent

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Alarming case of financial illiteracy amidst drive for financial inclusiveness and literacy

Vehicle, gold loans swell to a quarter of bank, finance company credit: CBSL

President pledges investment protection, opens major projects to private sector

Budget 2027: Treasury says expect reforms push, not tax cuts

‘Problem is too few taxpayers, not high taxes’: Dr. Roshan Perera

Yaden Laboratories makes history as first Sri Lankan pharmaceutical manufacturer to exhibit at CPHI Europe 2026

President sets deadlines for key SOE, PPP and Customs laws

‘Govt. revenue from legal cigarette trade is six times CTC profit’

Unilever Sri Lanka appoints first female Head of Sales

Freehold clause, rupee pre-sales and BSI ownership test Port City safeguards

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Chrysalis marks decade of catalysing inclusive change across Sri Lanka

Seylan Bank partners Colombo Motor Show 2026 as official banking and leasing partner for 10th consecutive year

ISMM to host National Supply Chain Day 2026 and National Supply Chain Excellence Awards

BRISL to host undergraduate seminar on Belt and Road Initiative in Colombo

Port City Colombo and University of Moratuwa sign framework agreement linking urban development with talent development

Sri Lanka–Vietnam Business Council to unlock $ 1 b trade ambition

EDB, CBSL hold seminar on Central Bank rules for electronics manufacturers

Stredge Consulting Middle East and SLAEA host an international webinar and panel discussion on Traceability in Practice

FCCISL and New Zealand High Commissioner discuss trade investment and regional business partnerships

Zydus-Sunshine JV to invest over $ 20 m in Horana pharma plant

RDA to take over provincial, local roads as national highways

JXG enters LMD’s Most Respected Entities in Sri Lanka 2026 for first time

CII delegation explores expanded industrial and investment cooperation between Sri Lanka and India

Dilmah named to SIAL Innovation Selection and Top 5 SIAL for Change finalist

OQ Trading wins Litro’s 2027 LPG deal at Aramco CP plus $ 133.93/MT

Sri Lankan-invented PACCP-X secures UK intellectual property rights and goes global

Chaaminda Kumarasiri wins CA Business Leader of the Year Award 2026

Sri Lanka EXPO 2027 promoted in Thailand

Embassy in Rome promotes export and investment opportunities at Sri Lanka Expo 2027

Dialog and IESL National Startup Challenge to empower entrepreneurs

Dipped Products opens Rs. 4.2 b glove plant in Katunayake EPZ

Sri Lanka must shift from consumption to productivity for durable growth: IPS

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Shiranthi gets bail