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NPP – from oppositional passion to more administrative credibility?

Friday, 15 May 2026 05:48

SC’s determination on Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill 2026: What it means for taxpayers

Friday, 15 May 2026 05:34

Austerity and energy security are not the enemies of stability

Friday, 15 May 2026 05:26

Freed by Palestine

Friday, 15 May 2026 05:19

Stabilising inequality: How Sri Lanka’s recovery is rebuilding same broken system

Friday, 15 May 2026 05:10

Weather to cause the biggest upset on week 4?

Friday, 15 May 2026 04:30

Lanka-Tamil Nadu-India contiguity turns island into extension, Sinhalese into minority

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:40

From fragility to fortitude: Can Sri Lanka emerge stronger from the Middle East crisis?

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:26

From administration to intelligence: A new paradigm for governance

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:25

Economic growth hinges on structural reforms and shock resilience

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:22

Sri Lanka’s export future lies across the Palk Strait

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:20

Beyond debt restructuring: Sri Lanka’s narrow window to execute a real economic reset

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 04:37

Fiscal and monetary restructuring of Sri Lanka: Institutional stability and capital integration

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 04:29

Winning without fighting

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 04:16

Beyond profit: Why purpose-driven brands matter now more than ever

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 04:08

Regaining trust in Corporate Governance

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 04:03

Organised hypocrisy: The inevitable fate of anti-establishment politics?

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 00:47

When auditors join the Boardroom

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 00:39

What went wrong with Public Debt Management Office?

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 00:34

From bunkering hub to water pricing hub

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 00:23

Tourism industry downplays impact of Indian outbound travel limitations

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has played down concerns over recent remarks by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging citizens to avoid non-essent ..

Global tourism to generate $ 12 t in 2026: WTTC

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:53

Global travel and tourism is expected to continue growing faster than the broader world economy in 2026, with the sector forecast to contribute $ 12 t ..

Sajith slams proposed tax clause for ‘criminalising’ small businesses

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:50

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday strongly criticised the Government’s proposed tax reforms, warning that a new clause under the tax law ..

ComBank Group’s assets cross Rs. 3.5 t in 1Q

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:47

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC and its subsidiaries have become the first private sector banking group in Sri Lanka to exceed Rs. 3.5 trillion in a ..

Commercial High Court orders notices on NDB, Directors and EY in Rs. 13.2 b fraud-linked derivative action

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:45

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) yesterday disclosed that the Commercial High Court of the Western Province has directed the petitioner in case No. ..

WSO2 Founder Sanjiva Weerawarana to step down as CEO

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:42

WSO2 yesterday announced that its Founder and Chief Executive Officer Sanjiva Weerawarana will step down from his role as CEO with effect from June 20 ..

‘I want to make it very clear. CBSL does not promote economic growth’: Governor

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:25

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday rejected the notion that the CBSL’s role was to directly drive economic ..

HNB assets reach Rs. 2.5 t milestone in 1Q, marking strong start to 2026

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:24

Hatton National Bank PLC (HNC) yesterday said that against a backdrop of heightened economic volatility, the bank recorded a Profit After Tax (PAT) of ..

Prime Melwa unveils world-class marina living at Port City Colombo

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:22

Prime Melwa Port City Ltd., on Tuesday signed a Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with CHEC Port City Colombo Ltd., marking a historic milestone in t ..

Sri Lanka, UAE explore deeper trade ties and port sector cooperation

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:20

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Sri Lanka yesterday discussed expanding bilateral trade and economic cooperation, with a focus on ports, aviation, ..

Home Lands signs SPA for $ 150 m twin tower high-rise in Port City Colombo

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 12:02

With a growing global presence and offices in Australia, Dubai, and London, Home Lands serves both local and international clients, delivering landmar ..

Govt. launches fresh investor push for Mattala Airport operations

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 11:02

Sri Lanka has launched a fresh drive to attract local and foreign investors for the operation and commercial development of Mattala Rajapaksa Internat ..

Cabinet clears Belarus pacts on aviation, education and health ahead of Ministerial visit

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 10:58

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved signing of three bilateral agreements with Belarus covering aviation, higher education an ..

ONE LOVE Reggae Festival 2026 partners “Ruhunu Ring” tourism initiative

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 10:57

Sri Lanka is preparing to unveil a transformative tourism experience that seamlessly blends music, culture, heritage, wellness, and coastal adventure ..

Cabinet approves fresh global tender for liquor security stamp system

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 10:55

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a fresh international tender to select a service provider for Sri Lanka’s liquor security stamp system for the ..

Rayynor ups stake in Seylan to 10% with fresh Rs. 1.2 b investment

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 05:33

Famed media industry figure and business leader Rayynor Silva yesterday further strengthened his foothold in the financial services industry, upping h ..

IMF says Board to consider SL review within weeks, cites reform gains despite shocks

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:52

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said it expects its Executive Board to meet within the coming weeks to consider approval of Sri Lanka ..

Binod Chaudhary to address Sri Lanka Institute of Directors CEO Forum

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:49

The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID), in partnership with Union Bank of Colombo PLC, Port City Colombo, and the Daily FT, will host an exclusiv ..

SLT-Mobitel delivers strong 1Q revenue, profit growth

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:45

Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) Group yesterday said it has posted a strong start to the year, posting double-digit revenue growth and significantly higher pr ..

Court orders arrest of senior NDB officials who aided alleged Rs. 13.2 b fraud

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:44

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama yesterday ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to arrest and produce before Court any sen ..

CBSL distances supervisory role from Treasury and NDB scams

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:30

By Devan Daniel Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday drew a sharper distinction between the CBSL’s role as ..

Sampath Bank posts Rs. 6.2 b PAT in 1Q 2026

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:24

Sampath Bank yesterday said it has reported a total operating income of Rs. 28.5 billion and Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 6.2 billion for the quarter ..

Sri Lanka Customs crosses Rs. 1 t mark, beats early 2026 revenue targets

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:23

By Charumini de Silva Sri Lanka Customs has surpassed the Rs. 1 trillion revenue milestone for 2026, marking a strong fiscal performance driven by hi ..

President warns fuel import bill has surged six-fold since February

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:21

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday warned of mounting pressure on Sri Lanka’s economy as the country’s oil import bill surged more than ..

Surging fertiliser, fuel prices leave farmers in crisis

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:02

By Aanya Wipulasena and M. F. M. Fazeer The scorching sun has been relentless, yet 70-year-old K. G. Dayawathi and her neighbors continue working in ..

Maga Engineering, Access, ICC and others secure contracts for Rs. 122 b expressway project

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 11:04

In a major boost for the construction sector, The Government has awarded over Rs. 112 billion worth of contracts for the long-delayed Central Expressw ..

Tourist arrivals cross 900,000 despite early May slowdown

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 11:01

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector has crossed the 900,000-visitor mark for 2026, offering cautious optimism toward the Government’s ambitious 3 million a ..

Sri Lanka Expo rescheduled to January 2027

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 10:57

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) yesterday announced that Sri Lanka Expo 2026, originally scheduled to be held in 2026, has been reschedul ..

Cabinet nods 99-year lease plan for prime Kottawa land under mixed development project

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 10:56

As part of efforts to unlock the commercial value of underutilised urban land, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved plans to lease a prime Stat ..

“No hide-and-seek games”: Appeals Court upholds RTIC order directing Open University to release exam answer scripts

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 06:05

The Court of Appeal has ruled that there can be no “hide-and-seek games” in higher education institutions as it upheld a Right to Information Comm ..

Govt. admits to hardships from energy tariff hike

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 05:30

Power Minister Anura Karunathilaka yesterday acknowledged that the Government’s decision to increase electricity tariffs by 18% will have an indirec ..

Global tourism to generate $ 12 t in 2026: WTTC

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:53

Global travel and tourism is expected to continue growing faster than the broader world economy in 2026, with the sector forecast to contribute $ 12 t ..

IMF says Board to consider SL review within weeks, cites reform gains despite shocks

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:52

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said it expects its Executive Board to meet within the coming weeks to consider approval of Sri Lanka ..

Sajith slams proposed tax clause for ‘criminalising’ small businesses

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:50

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday strongly criticised the Government’s proposed tax reforms, warning that a new clause under the tax law ..

Binod Chaudhary to address Sri Lanka Institute of Directors CEO Forum

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:49

The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID), in partnership with Union Bank of Colombo PLC, Port City Colombo, and the Daily FT, will host an exclusiv ..

ComBank Group’s assets cross Rs. 3.5 t in 1Q

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:47

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC and its subsidiaries have become the first private sector banking group in Sri Lanka to exceed Rs. 3.5 trillion in a ..

SLT-Mobitel delivers strong 1Q revenue, profit growth

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:45

Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) Group yesterday said it has posted a strong start to the year, posting double-digit revenue growth and significantly higher pr ..

Commercial High Court orders notices on NDB, Directors and EY in Rs. 13.2 b fraud-linked derivative action

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:45

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) yesterday disclosed that the Commercial High Court of the Western Province has directed the petitioner in case No. ..

Court orders arrest of senior NDB officials who aided alleged Rs. 13.2 b fraud

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:44

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama yesterday ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to arrest and produce before Court any sen ..

WSO2 Founder Sanjiva Weerawarana to step down as CEO

Friday, 15 May 2026 06:42

WSO2 yesterday announced that its Founder and Chief Executive Officer Sanjiva Weerawarana will step down from his role as CEO with effect from June 20 ..

CBSL distances supervisory role from Treasury and NDB scams

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:30

By Devan Daniel Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday drew a sharper distinction between the CBSL’s role as ..

‘I want to make it very clear. CBSL does not promote economic growth’: Governor

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:25

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday rejected the notion that the CBSL’s role was to directly drive economic ..

Sampath Bank posts Rs. 6.2 b PAT in 1Q 2026

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:24

Sampath Bank yesterday said it has reported a total operating income of Rs. 28.5 billion and Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 6.2 billion for the quarter ..

HNB assets reach Rs. 2.5 t milestone in 1Q, marking strong start to 2026

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:24

Hatton National Bank PLC (HNC) yesterday said that against a backdrop of heightened economic volatility, the bank recorded a Profit After Tax (PAT) of ..

Sri Lanka Customs crosses Rs. 1 t mark, beats early 2026 revenue targets

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:23

By Charumini de Silva Sri Lanka Customs has surpassed the Rs. 1 trillion revenue milestone for 2026, marking a strong fiscal performance driven by hi ..

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Wednesday, 13 May 2026 18:52

Health and Mass Media Minister Nalinda Jayatissa told the Asia Media Summit 2026 in Malé that media self-regulation is a better alternative to state ..

Sri Lanka, EU discuss Indo-Pacific cooperation and reforms

Monday, 11 May 2026 12:17

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Saturday, 9 May 2026 12:41

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Friday, 15 May 2026 06:34

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Friday, 15 May 2026 06:33

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Gratiaen Prize 2026 shortlist showcases bold voices and literary diversity

Saturday, 9 May 2026 04:46

The Gratiaen Trust, in partnership with the John Keells Foundation and with the support of the British Council announced the shortlist for the 33rd Gr ..

Ministry of Brands opens second outlet at One Galle Face Mall

Saturday, 9 May 2026 04:41

Shangri-La Sri Lanka launches ‘Summer In Motion’

Saturday, 9 May 2026 04:33

Opinion and Issues

NPP – from oppositional passion to more administrative credibility?

Friday, 15 May 2026 05:48

My column last week was about what the Aragalaya might mean to the NPP Govt. today. In it I wrote that some of the issues which animated the unprecede ..

SC’s determination on Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill 2026: What it means for taxpayers

Friday, 15 May 2026 05:34

Austerity and energy security are not the enemies of stability

Friday, 15 May 2026 05:26

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Lights, camera, action for Vijay as Tamil Nadu CM

Friday, 15 May 2026 05:46

Ending the stalemate in Tamil Nadu, superstar Kollywood actor Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, alias Thalapathy Vijay, was sworn in as the Chief Minister ( ..

Chandrasena’s downfall and lessons to be learnt

Thursday, 14 May 2026 00:00

Increasing import taxes on maize – same old folly

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 04:24

Need for a swift deliverance of justice

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 00:47

Saving children from priests

Monday, 11 May 2026 00:00

NEA amendments to cover Extended Producer Responsibility welcome move

Saturday, 9 May 2026 01:18

Special Report

Global Biz Connect 2026 highlights private sector confidence

Tuesday, 17 March 2026 07:14

Global Biz Connect 2026, cross-industry networking platform, recently brought together business executives, entrepreneurs, and diaspora representative ..

LIIN hosts Sri Lanka’s first-ever Impact Investing Summit 2026 with multilateral partners

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 00:00

IMF Chief backs Sri Lanka recovery; says open to flexible program post-Ditwah

Monday, 16 February 2026 02:44

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EY says proposed VAT changes may raise business costs, increase tax disputes

ISLF facilitates cross-border academic dialogue on Economic, Gender, and Social Justice Policies

EDB, Janathakshan ink pact to drive biodiversity-linked exports and rural livelihoods

CBSL renews call for maintaining reform momentum

Ambeon appoints new Directors to Harischandra Mills Board

Cabinet clears $ 908,250 emergency antibiotic order amid rising hospital demand

Sri Lanka’s withholding tax among world’s lowest: Verité Research

Vidullanka to invest Rs. 2 b for 49% stake in Storex BESS venture

Rockland Group strengthens technology leadership with strategic appointment

Cabinet green lights Rs. 1 b program to restore rural irrigation systems

Kapruka injects Rs. 41.5 m into e-commerce subsidiary

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Sri Lankan delegation from PIM meets Bhutan Prime Minister

US clears Sri Lankan blue swimming crab exports after sustainability review

ACME Printing to cut stated capital by Rs. 1.6 b to offset accumulated losses

LAUGFS Power commissions 2 MW mini hydro plant in Ginigathhena

Record turnout at SLBC UAE AGM as Chairman continues with overwhelming member support

LANKATILES unveils 60th showroom

Ceylon Chamber to host Mineral Sands Technical Conference with Australian experts

Govt. to tighten environmental laws with pollution charges, stricter oversight

Pepsi Lipton leadership visits Dynawash Sri Lanka to witness sustainable “Tea Dye” innovation

Remarko Bakers and Orzone Mineral Water enter into strategic tie-up

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NPP – from oppositional passion to more administrative credibility?

SC’s determination on Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill 2026: What it means for taxpayers

Austerity and energy security are not the enemies of stability

Freed by Palestine

Stabilising inequality: How Sri Lanka’s recovery is rebuilding same broken system

Weather to cause the biggest upset on week 4?

Lanka-Tamil Nadu-India contiguity turns island into extension, Sinhalese into minority

From fragility to fortitude: Can Sri Lanka emerge stronger from the Middle East crisis?

From administration to intelligence: A new paradigm for governance

Economic growth hinges on structural reforms and shock resilience

Sri Lanka’s export future lies across the Palk Strait

Beyond debt restructuring: Sri Lanka’s narrow window to execute a real economic reset

Fiscal and monetary restructuring of Sri Lanka: Institutional stability and capital integration

Winning without fighting

Beyond profit: Why purpose-driven brands matter now more than ever

Regaining trust in Corporate Governance

Organised hypocrisy: The inevitable fate of anti-establishment politics?

When auditors join the Boardroom

What went wrong with Public Debt Management Office?

From bunkering hub to water pricing hub

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ISLF facilitates cross-border academic dialogue on Economic, Gender, and Social Justice Policies

EDB, Janathakshan ink pact to drive biodiversity-linked exports and rural livelihoods

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Ambeon appoints new Directors to Harischandra Mills Board

Cabinet clears $ 908,250 emergency antibiotic order amid rising hospital demand

Sri Lanka’s withholding tax among world’s lowest: Verité Research

Vidullanka to invest Rs. 2 b for 49% stake in Storex BESS venture

Rockland Group strengthens technology leadership with strategic appointment

Cabinet green lights Rs. 1 b program to restore rural irrigation systems

Kapruka injects Rs. 41.5 m into e-commerce subsidiary

Global geopolitics in focus: Insights from dialogue 2026 powered by ANC Campus

Sri Lankan delegation from PIM meets Bhutan Prime Minister

US clears Sri Lankan blue swimming crab exports after sustainability review

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