Monday, 25 November 2024 03:17

IMF happy with AKD’s commitment; eyes 2025 Budget

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Saturday welcomed new President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s and his Government’s commitment to continue wi ..

Dipped Products buys Thai glove firm for $ 11 m

Monday, 25 November 2024 03:17

Dipped Products PLC last week acquired 100% equity of Hi-Care Thai Gloves Company Ltd ., in Thailand for $ 11 million. ..

CEO Forum of Daily FT-CICRA 10th Annual Cyber Security Summit today at Cinnamon Grand

Monday, 25 November 2024 03:08

The much awaited CEO Forum of the Daily FT-CICRA Holdings organised 10th Annual Cyber Security Summit will be held today from 6.00 p.m. at the Oak Roo ..

NTB introduces Sri Lanka’s first debit card with innovative notch design for visually impaired

Monday, 25 November 2024 02:03

Nations Trust Bank has become the first in Sri Lanka to introduce the Touch Card, an initiative implemented by Mastercard. ..

Two fireside chats to ignite Colombo International Maritime and Logistics Conference 2024

Monday, 25 November 2024 01:45

Two key topics will be discussed with eminent industry personnel on the 2nd and 3rd days of the 7th edition of the Colombo International Maritime and ..

MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka to conduct Next-Gen Digital Boot Camp

Monday, 25 November 2024 01:28

MullenLowe Sri Lanka will host clients and staff in an exclusive digital training program themed ‘Beyond Digital & Social Media’ (BDSM). ..

Shared responsibility of creating better country

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:58

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake greets Opposition and SJB Leader Sajith Premadasa during the tea party following the ceremonial inauguration of the ..

Kenya’s President cancels major deals with Adani Group

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:57

BBC: Kenya’s President William Ruto has cancelled two major deals involving Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, after the tycoon was indicted for fraud ..

Sri Lanka elected to UN Commission on International Trade Law

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:55

Sri Lanka is among 31 members elected to the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) by the UN General Assembly on 20 November ..

New body to oversee policy implementation by ministries

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:55

The Government is set to establish a new body aimed at supervising and advising ministries on the implementation of policies, marking a first for the ..

Consumer confidence rises to highest level in October since 2022

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:53

The Institute for Health Policy (IHP) yesterday released the October 2024 update of its Consumer Confidence Indices, generated from its Sri Lanka Opi ..

Of mountains, waterfalls and garbage wars

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:03

Mountains that reach to the skies complemented by cascading tresses of waterfalls and trees, and at its feet, hemmed like frills in a dress made for a ..

Billionaire Gautam Adani indicted in New York on bribery charges

Friday, 22 November 2024 04:23

CNN: Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and other executives were indicted in New York on Wednesday by US prosecutors for their alleged roles in a yearsl ..

Colombo apartment market sees robust growth: RIUNIT

Friday, 22 November 2024 04:14

The Research Intelligence Unit (RIUNIT), yesterday revealed remarkable growth in apartment prices in Colombo and its suburbs, underscoring their resil ..

Jetstar Asia eyes Colombo as key market for regional growth and tourism

Friday, 22 November 2024 03:45

Jetstar Asia yesterday launched its Colombo-Singapore direct route positioning itself as the only low-cost carrier connecting the two cities. ..

People’s Bank achieves multiple feats in digital marketing sphere

Friday, 22 November 2024 02:51

People’s Bank has yet again demonstrated its leadership in digital banking and marketing, becoming the first Sri Lankan bank to exceed 100,000 subsc ..

HNB appoints Damith Pallewatte as Managing Director/CEO

Monday, 25 November 2024 03:14

HNB PLC yesterday announced the official appointment of Damith Pallewatte as Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, effective from 22 November 202 ..

Sysco LABS backs 10th Annual Cyber Security Summit 2024 as Gold Partner

Monday, 25 November 2024 03:05

The 10th Annual Cyber Security Summit has announced Sysco LABS as the Gold Partner for this landmark edition, celebrating a decade of fostering collab ..

Ninth Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia kicks off in Colombo today

Monday, 25 November 2024 02:00

The two-day ninth Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia (IFFSA) will kick off today at the Shangri-La and Cinnamon Grand. ..

Enfection’s AI playbook for future of marketing

Monday, 25 November 2024 01:32

In the fast-paced world of marketing, Enfection is setting the bar high. ..

Govt. says discussion on third review with IMF concludes successfully

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:59

The Government announced that the discussions related to the third review of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program was successfully concluded ..

Sri Lanka signs $ 75 m China-funded housing deal for low-income families and artists

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:57

The Urban Development, Construction and Housing Ministry yesterday formalised supplementary agreements for a Chinese-funded housing initiative worth 5 ..

Adani Group says US allegations baseless

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:56

The Adani Group yesterday in a statement said the allegations made by the US Department of Justice and the US Securities and Exchange Commission again ..

CSE closes post-election week with losses

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:55

The Colombo stock market this week ended with losses though managing to close yesterday marginally on the up amidst low investor activity. The ASPI g ..

First lady officer from Tri Forces graduates from National Defence College

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:54

Colonel Buddhika Ferdinandez has made history with this graduation, marking her name as the first lady officer from the Tri Forces to graduate from th ..

Voices for Peace IV on 9 December at Lionel Wendt

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:05

Voices for Peace IV, an inspiring initiative aimed at uniting Sri Lanka’s diverse communities through the transformative power of music and the arts ..

George Keyt Foundation partners Sotheby’s to showcase Sri Lankan artists in landmark charity auction

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:00

The George Keyt Foundation is set to usher in a transformative chapter for Sri Lanka’s creative arts through a historic partnership with Sotheby Int ..

Rayynor gets bullish on banking, buys 9.75% of DFCC for Rs. 3.6 b

Friday, 22 November 2024 04:17

High net worth individual and electronic media baron Rayynor Silva signalled his continuous bullish outlook on the banking sector by buying 9% stake i ..

29 Deputy Ministers sworn in

Friday, 22 November 2024 04:13

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday appointed 29 Deputy Ministers supporting the Cabinet of 23 Ministers. ..

Fitch says reducing sovereign stresses will support Sri Lankan banks’ credit profiles

Friday, 22 November 2024 03:37

Fitch Ratings said yesterday Sri Lankan banks’ operating environment (OE) assessment and overall credit profiles will be supported by any improvemen ..

Trade Union action demanding resignation and inquiries against Ruhuna University VC

Friday, 22 November 2024 00:45

I was appointed as the Vice Chancellor of University of Ruhuna on 09.03.2019 for the first term and on 09.03.2022 for the second term. ..

Dipped Products buys Thai glove firm for $ 11 m

Monday, 25 November 2024 03:17

Dipped Products PLC last week acquired 100% equity of Hi-Care Thai Gloves Company Ltd ., in Thailand for $ 11 million. ..

HNB appoints Damith Pallewatte as Managing Director/CEO

Monday, 25 November 2024 03:14

HNB PLC yesterday announced the official appointment of Damith Pallewatte as Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, effective from 22 November 202 ..

CEO Forum of Daily FT-CICRA 10th Annual Cyber Security Summit today at Cinnamon Grand

Monday, 25 November 2024 03:08

The much awaited CEO Forum of the Daily FT-CICRA Holdings organised 10th Annual Cyber Security Summit will be held today from 6.00 p.m. at the Oak Roo ..

Sysco LABS backs 10th Annual Cyber Security Summit 2024 as Gold Partner

Monday, 25 November 2024 03:05

The 10th Annual Cyber Security Summit has announced Sysco LABS as the Gold Partner for this landmark edition, celebrating a decade of fostering collab ..

NTB introduces Sri Lanka’s first debit card with innovative notch design for visually impaired

Monday, 25 November 2024 02:03

Nations Trust Bank has become the first in Sri Lanka to introduce the Touch Card, an initiative implemented by Mastercard. ..

Ninth Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia kicks off in Colombo today

Monday, 25 November 2024 02:00

The two-day ninth Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia (IFFSA) will kick off today at the Shangri-La and Cinnamon Grand. ..

Two fireside chats to ignite Colombo International Maritime and Logistics Conference 2024

Monday, 25 November 2024 01:45

Two key topics will be discussed with eminent industry personnel on the 2nd and 3rd days of the 7th edition of the Colombo International Maritime and ..

Enfection’s AI playbook for future of marketing

Monday, 25 November 2024 01:32

In the fast-paced world of marketing, Enfection is setting the bar high. ..

MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka to conduct Next-Gen Digital Boot Camp

Monday, 25 November 2024 01:28

MullenLowe Sri Lanka will host clients and staff in an exclusive digital training program themed ‘Beyond Digital & Social Media’ (BDSM). ..

Govt. says discussion on third review with IMF concludes successfully

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:59

The Government announced that the discussions related to the third review of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program was successfully concluded ..

Shared responsibility of creating better country

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:58

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake greets Opposition and SJB Leader Sajith Premadasa during the tea party following the ceremonial inauguration of the ..

Sri Lanka signs $ 75 m China-funded housing deal for low-income families and artists

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:57

The Urban Development, Construction and Housing Ministry yesterday formalised supplementary agreements for a Chinese-funded housing initiative worth 5 ..

Kenya’s President cancels major deals with Adani Group

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:57

BBC: Kenya’s President William Ruto has cancelled two major deals involving Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, after the tycoon was indicted for fraud ..

Adani Group says US allegations baseless

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:56

The Adani Group yesterday in a statement said the allegations made by the US Department of Justice and the US Securities and Exchange Commission again ..

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State employees must dedicate themselves to building a nation that fulfils people’s aspirations: President

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Voices for Peace IV on 9 December at Lionel Wendt

Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:05

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Opinion and Issues

ABC of AKD’s plans to handle the ‘Economy Stupid’

Monday, 25 November 2024 00:51

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, known as AKD, outlined the plans of his Government to rescue the crisis-ridden and slow growing economy in deliver ..

Testing AKD’s guts

Monday, 25 November 2024 00:43

Arugam Bay; hidden currents

Monday, 25 November 2024 00:04

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Investigate Adani projects in SL

Monday, 25 November 2024 01:00

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Saturday, 23 November 2024 00:27

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Friday, 22 November 2024 01:43

National List and political wranglings

Thursday, 21 November 2024 00:00

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Wednesday, 20 November 2024 00:00

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Special Report

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Upbeat President Ranil Wickremesinghe shares vision for transformative Sri Lanka

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Business News

Tourism Minister draws inspiration from ABBA music at Arrival from Sweden concert

Tourist arrivals surge in first 20 days of November

Funding earmarked for SMEs goes abegging

MSME-Govt. talks on Parate law postponed amid MP training program

Govt. considers extended relief for SMEs amid financial woes

SLPA targets Rs. 85 b revenue in 2024 as operations expand

Sri Lanka seeks enhanced trade ties with India, calls for quota reforms

Agripreneurs’ Forum ready to collaborate with new Govt. for economic revival and food security

Construction industry congratulates new Government

Jonathan Alles joins Haycarb, Singer Boards

FCCISL congratulates NPP; pledges support for economic and governance reforms

Sri Lanka discusses investment cooperation with Bangladesh Investment Development Authority

Walton Hi-Tech and Monik Trading join forces to bring innovative home appliances to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka-Canada Business Council visits Canada

High Commission of Sri Lanka in the Maldives launches Sri Lanka Business Council

Consulate General in Karachi facilitates visit of Pakistan business delegation to Sri Lanka

Lankan envoy introduces Port City Colombo to Saudi Investment Ministry

First Ceylon Tea showroom opens in Riyadh

AMW and New Holland Tractors celebrate 10-year partnership with free inspection campaign

Abans Environmental Services secures prime spot in Sri Lanka’s premier business directory for 2024/25

Dr. P. A. Kiriwandeniya observes the progress of ‘Sanasa Forward’ (Sanasa Idiriya) projects in Hambantota

FAAMA successfully concludes 17th Annual General Meeting

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President says State employees must dedicate to building nation that fulfils people’s aspirations

Two top cops to be questioned over Dr. Shafi arrest

Maldivian Coast Guard seizes Lankan fishing trawler carrying illegal drugs

SJB calls for Presidential apology on JVP’s role in undermining rule of law

Pillayan provides statement to CID on Easter Sunday attack claims

Japanese Ambassador calls on President’s Secretary

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Thursday appointed 29 Deputy Ministers

HSBC and A-PAD Sri Lanka spearhead recovery mission for education in flood-affected districts

Book launch and discussion on South Asian labour migration issues and concerns

SLFUW organises special event to commemorate International Children’s and World Elders’ Day

President seeks support of all to achieve successful new era

NPP victory boosts female representation in Parliament to 9%

Ravi K defends NDF National List appointment

ICC issues arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant

President adjourns Parliament till 3 December

Ranil appoints committee to probe Ravi K.’s controversial National List appointment

Prof. Anil Jayantha Fernando assumes duties as Minister of Labour

Orientation program for new MPs next week

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