Friday, 11 April 2025 04:10

All-party meeting brainstorms way out of high US tariffs

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday led a productive all-party meeting to tackle rising concerns over the high reciprocal tariffs announced by ..

US tariff pause propels Colombo stock market

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:07

The 90-day suspension of the new high reciprocal tariff by the United States propelled the Colombo stock market boosting its value by over Rs. 200 bil ..

Tourism investments soar to $ 25 m in Q1

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:05

Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe on Wednesday pointed to growing investor confidence in the country’s tourism sector, noting that inve ..

CoPE uncovers massive losses in BIA expansion

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:00

The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE), chaired by MP Dr. Nishantha Samaraweera, has unearthed significant financial mismanagement in the Bandaran ..

JAAF commends Govt. for proactive leadership on US tariff issue

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:54

The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) this week extended its appreciation to the Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) and President Anura Kumara Disana ..

Sanjiv Hulugalle appointed CEO/GM of Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:25

Cinnamon Life yesterday announced the appointment of Sanjiv Hulugalle as the Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Cinnamon Life at City of D ..

ADB’s preliminary take on impact of new US tariffs on Sri Lanka

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:16

The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Colombo-based experts yesterday confirmed that Sri Lanka will be impacted by the high 44% reciprocal tariff impos ..

Sajith calls for urgent talks with US Senate and House over President Trump’s tariffs

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:12

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday criticised the Government for its inaction on the growing global trend of reciprocal tariffs, warning tha ..

Sri Lanka to unveil unified national tourism brand with global campaign post-Avurudu

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:09

By Charumini de Silva In a bold step towards redefining its global image, Sri Lanka is set to unveil a unified national tourism brand immediately aft ..

Solar industry protests CEB’s forced shutdown of clean energy systems during festive season

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:06

The Solar Industries Association (SIA) has strongly objected to a recent directive by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) mandating the shutdown of sol ..

UltraTech Cement backs Sri Lanka’s first Media Festival as Platinum Sponsor

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:02

UltraTech Cement Sri Lanka, part of UltraTech Cement Ltd., from the Aditya Birla Group – a Fortune 500 company operating in 41 countries with a mark ..

Treasury Secretary documents SL’s journey from crisis to recovery

Wednesday, 9 April 2025 00:35

Treasury Secretary Mahinda Siriwardana yesterday launched a book titled “Sri Lanka’s economic revival – Reflection on the journey from crisis to ..

COYLE spearheads advisory council for economic resilience

Wednesday, 9 April 2025 00:30

The Chamber of Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) said yesterday it is seeking to collaborate and offer support to Government officials by assembling a pane ..

Verdant Capital doubles down: $ 13.5 m now powering LOLC Africa’s MSME expansion

Wednesday, 9 April 2025 00:21

Verdant Capital has announced that its Verdant Capital Hybrid Fund has completed an additional investment of $ 4.5 million in LOLC Africa Singapore Lt ..

Govt. engages in urgent tariff talks as US seeks trade deficit solutions

Tuesday, 8 April 2025 03:41

In the wake of the US’s announcement of a 44% reciprocal tariff on Sri Lankan exports, the Government yesterday confirmed that Washington has offici ..

Adani’s Colombo Terminal starts operations

Tuesday, 8 April 2025 03:36

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd., (APSEZ), India’s largest integrated transport utility, yesterday announced the commencement of operation ..

Sri Lanka sees strong tourism surge in early April

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:05

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues to build momentum in 2025, with over 56,000 arrivals in the first nine days of April alone—a 12% increase c ..

National Tourism Commission to streamline sector governance

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:02

Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe on Wednesday announced that the concept paper for the establishment of a National Tourism Commission ha ..

BOI initiates dialogue with top 50 exporters on reciprocal US tariffs and way forward

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:56

The Board of Investment (BOI) yesterday initiated discussions with top exporters on the high 44% reciprocal tariffs on Lankan products by the United S ..

New Year ‘kevili’ table costs 7% higher in 2025 than 2024

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:52

The cost of preparing a traditional ‘kevili’ table for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year has increased by 7% in 2025 compared to 2024, and stands mor ..

Proud moment for Sri Lanka – Tasha Marikkar featured on BBC One’s Saturday Kitchen Live

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:17

Renowned Sri Lankan chef, food curator and author, Tasha Marikkar, brought the vibrant flavours of her homeland to an international audience as she ap ..

President to convene all-party meeting today to discuss US tariff impact on SL

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:14

Leader of the House Minister Bimal Rathnayake yesterday announced that President Anura Kumara Disanayake will convene an all-party meeting today (10) ..

Trump pauses higher duties on most nations, hikes China rate

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:11

US President Donald Trump has said he would pause higher reciprocal tariffs for 90 days on dozens of trade partners, while raising duties on China to ..

Hayleys returns to DIMO buying 10.8% for Rs. 1 b from EPF

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:08

Hayleys PLC has acquired a 10.8% stake in Diesel & Motor Engineering PLC (DIMO) for around Rs. 1 billion. The seller was EPF, which as at 31 December ..

Jetwing Group buys beach resort in Ambalangoda for Rs. 356 m

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:04

Jetwing Group has acquired Dream Beach Resort Ltd., in Ambalangoda for Rs. 356.1 million. The acquisition is by The Lighthouse Hotel PLC, in which Je ..

President unveils National Anti-Corruption Action Plan 2025-2029

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:00

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to eradicating bribery and corruption, declaring that the Gov ..

CSE stages strong recovery

Wednesday, 9 April 2025 00:33

Having lost nearly Rs. 500 billion in value in the past three sessions, the Colombo stock market yesterday produced a great comeback with indices ac ..

Key urban lands on long-term lease for investment projects get Cabinet nod

Wednesday, 9 April 2025 00:24

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the disposal of several State-owned lands on long-term leases, paving the way for new mixed development pr ..

Opportune time to rethink, reimagine and re-ignite economic relationships: Cumming

Wednesday, 9 April 2025 00:00

UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) Deputy Chief Economist Fergus Cumming was in Sri Lanka this week on an official visit. He m ..

SLIC Life posts robust financial performance with Rs. 30.7 b PBT in 2024

Tuesday, 8 April 2025 03:38

Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Life Ltd., (SLICLL) said yesterday it concluded the year 2024 with outstanding financial performance, achieving a rema ..

President holds talks with IMF mission on fourth review

Tuesday, 8 April 2025 03:35

A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and representatives of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was held yesterday on the preliminary ..

US tariff pause propels Colombo stock market

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:07

The 90-day suspension of the new high reciprocal tariff by the United States propelled the Colombo stock market boosting its value by over Rs. 200 bil ..

Sri Lanka sees strong tourism surge in early April

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:05

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues to build momentum in 2025, with over 56,000 arrivals in the first nine days of April alone—a 12% increase c ..

Tourism investments soar to $ 25 m in Q1

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:05

Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe on Wednesday pointed to growing investor confidence in the country’s tourism sector, noting that inve ..

National Tourism Commission to streamline sector governance

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:02

Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe on Wednesday announced that the concept paper for the establishment of a National Tourism Commission ha ..

CoPE uncovers massive losses in BIA expansion

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:00

The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE), chaired by MP Dr. Nishantha Samaraweera, has unearthed significant financial mismanagement in the Bandaran ..

BOI initiates dialogue with top 50 exporters on reciprocal US tariffs and way forward

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:56

The Board of Investment (BOI) yesterday initiated discussions with top exporters on the high 44% reciprocal tariffs on Lankan products by the United S ..

JAAF commends Govt. for proactive leadership on US tariff issue

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:54

The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) this week extended its appreciation to the Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) and President Anura Kumara Disana ..

New Year ‘kevili’ table costs 7% higher in 2025 than 2024

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:52

The cost of preparing a traditional ‘kevili’ table for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year has increased by 7% in 2025 compared to 2024, and stands mor ..

Sanjiv Hulugalle appointed CEO/GM of Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:25

Cinnamon Life yesterday announced the appointment of Sanjiv Hulugalle as the Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Cinnamon Life at City of D ..

Proud moment for Sri Lanka – Tasha Marikkar featured on BBC One’s Saturday Kitchen Live

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:17

Renowned Sri Lankan chef, food curator and author, Tasha Marikkar, brought the vibrant flavours of her homeland to an international audience as she ap ..

ADB’s preliminary take on impact of new US tariffs on Sri Lanka

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:16

The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Colombo-based experts yesterday confirmed that Sri Lanka will be impacted by the high 44% reciprocal tariff impos ..

President to convene all-party meeting today to discuss US tariff impact on SL

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:14

Leader of the House Minister Bimal Rathnayake yesterday announced that President Anura Kumara Disanayake will convene an all-party meeting today (10) ..

Sajith calls for urgent talks with US Senate and House over President Trump’s tariffs

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:12

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday criticised the Government for its inaction on the growing global trend of reciprocal tariffs, warning tha ..

Trump pauses higher duties on most nations, hikes China rate

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:11

US President Donald Trump has said he would pause higher reciprocal tariffs for 90 days on dozens of trade partners, while raising duties on China to ..

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President discusses reforms to revive SriLankan Airlines

Thursday, 10 April 2025 12:13

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with senior officials of SriLankan Airlines on April 8 to discuss plans to transform the airline into a profita ..

Finance Secretary launches book on Sri Lanka’s economic recovery

Wednesday, 9 April 2025 20:24

Census of Population and Housing 2024 report presented to President

Tuesday, 8 April 2025 21:34

Sri Lanka’s economy shows steady recovery - Central Bank Annual Report 2024

Monday, 7 April 2025 19:52

Sri Lanka sends disaster relief team and aid to earthquake-hit Myanmar

Sunday, 6 April 2025 20:57

India and Sri Lanka sign key agreements during Modi’s visit

Sunday, 6 April 2025 20:08

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Golf, glamour and great prizes as Sampath Bank elevates RCGC Monthly Medal Golf Tournament experience

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:48

HNB celebrates individual brilliance of its Wholesale Banking staff at the 5th annual “Wholesale Banking Conference 2025”

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:00

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Sri Lanka strengthens Asia-Pacific ICT ties

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:08

Azend Technologies concludes management buyout

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:06

Securatec Lanka wins Hytera’s Best Partner Award at End User Summit 2025

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:04

FT Lite

Gratiaen Trust announces panel of judges for 32nd Gratiaen Prize and H.A.I. Goonetileke Prize for Translation

Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:13

The Gratiaen Trust, in association with the John Keells Foundation, has announced the distinguished panel of judges for Sri Lanka’s most prestigious ..

Traditional Japanese musical concert, cultural performance

Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:12

The Women Behind the Vows: Heartfelt celebration honouring women powering wedding industry

Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:11

Opinion and Issues

Maestro Lester James Peries and his movie treasure “Nidhanaya”

Friday, 11 April 2025 04:55

The 4K restored version of the award winning Sinhala movie “Nidhanaya” (Treasure) directed by Sri Lanka’s renowned filmmaker Lester James Peries ..

Three ‘As’ to assess a tyro administration

Friday, 11 April 2025 03:47

Trump’s tariff wall was never about fairness or reciprocity

Friday, 11 April 2025 02:34

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Despair from Trump tariffs

Friday, 11 April 2025 00:46

Bolstering his image as the Disruptor-in-chief, last week, the eccentric US President Donald Trump imposed additional tariff rates on a plethora of St ..

More honesty from Govt. would do country and public a lot of good

Thursday, 10 April 2025 00:00

Sarva Jana Balaya: Sanctuary of political discards and refugees

Wednesday, 9 April 2025 00:00

Resounding wake-up call

Tuesday, 8 April 2025 02:18

Indo-Lanka relations on the right track but with key caveats

Monday, 7 April 2025 03:48

Resetting Indo-Lanka relations

Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:00

Special Report

President and experts dissect new Govt.’s maiden Budget 2025

Thursday, 20 February 2025 04:36

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday participated as the Chief Guest at the 15th consecutive post-Budget forum organised by the Daily FT, in p ..

President AKD presents Budget 2025

Tuesday, 18 February 2025 03:18

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Monday, 23 September 2024 00:50

Business News

Insurance Association highlights importance of safety during festive and holiday season

Youth hackathon brings together young innovators from South Asia to tackle plastic pollution

SLT-Mobitel drives innovation at IESL Robo Games 2024 showcasing Sri Lanka’s robotics revolution

Japan urges Sri Lanka to seize reform opportunity and boost bilateral ties

Hayleys Solar introduces exclusive interest-free instalment plans for HNB cardholders

Sri Lanka–Benelux Business Council holds 29th Annual General Meeting

New era for tea: Hayleys opens state-of-the-art Kiruwanaganga Tea Factory in Southern region

Port City Colombo champions ‘Invest Sri Lanka’ Forum 2025 in Thailand

BOI boosts Northern Province development by adding three new zones

Cabinet approves submission of CBSL report on inflation deviation to Parliament

Cabinet Spokesman verifies official reserve figures

Unilever Sri Lanka to host new Colombo Head Quarters at Havelock City Mireka Tower

CEAT Kelani goes for Rs. 4 b upgrade

Sri Lanka hosts major export networking forum to boost global trade expansion

Siyapatha Finance to raise Rs. 5 b via debentures

Opportune time to rethink, reimagine and re-ignite economic relationships: Cumming

SL invites international bids to procure 15 m polycarbonate cards to issue e-NICs

CMA CGM strengthens partnership with SLPA terminals; achieves milestone volume

PM Harini highlights investment potential at ‘Invest Sri Lanka’ business forum in Bangkok

NCE welcomes strengthened engagement through Export Development Council and Exporters’ Forum

McLarens Lubricants hosts ExxonMobil technical seminar for industrial sector

CBSL says economy performed better than expected in 2024 but journey far from over

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ICT Lawyers Guild to help more efficient cyber law enforcement

Sri Lanka participates in 6th BIMSTEC Summit and related meetings in Bangkok

UNDP Sri Lanka and National Police Academy partner to stem sexual and gender-based violence

Govt. extends $ 1 m financial assistance to Myanmar

University of Kelaniya’s Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies donates Rs. 10 m to Myanmar earthquake victims

NPP’s Bimal vows in Parliament to prosecute Ranil for Batalanda

SJB’s Mujibur exposes political hypocrisy over Batalanda Report

Matara Magistrate’s Court grants bail to Deshabandu

AG’s Department to challenge bail granted to Deshabandu

Outgoing Auditor General flags State officials’ involvement in corruption

Cabinet approves final drafting of amended Community Based Corrections Act

Nearly 19,000 new public sector appointments get approval under Budget 2025

Parliament proceeds with probe committee on suspended IGP Tennakoon

Parliament approves Proceeds of Crimes Bill

Colombo Magistrate Court grants bail to Chamara Sampath misappropriation case

Cabinet approves drafting of new law to protect plant species rights

Govt. green lights over Rs. 2.5 b in medical procurement

Govt. awards 6-month petrol supply to Singapore’s Vitol

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Sri Lanka’s economy shows steady recovery - Central Bank Annual Report 2024

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Maestro Lester James Peries and his movie treasure “Nidhanaya”

Three ‘As’ to assess a tyro administration

Using a cannon to shoot a sparrow: Was Anura taken for a ride?

Muslim rage over a sticker

Tug of giants in Indian Ocean: Will Sri Lanka choose to drift or steer?

How does Trump’s tax policy impact Sri Lankan economy?

Decoding the AKD-Modi pact: Geopolitical logic, military alignment, existential danger

Gendered disinformation: Growing threat to women in local politics in Sri Lanka

Making digital economy a reality this time

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