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Can the Middle East crisis resurrect Sri Lanka’s “ghost airport”?

Friday, 27 March 2026 00:30

Calm before the storm: Rethinking disaster risk reduction in Sri Lanka

Friday, 27 March 2026 00:25

Narratives, security, and social cohesion: Rethinking the discourse on Islamic ideologies in Sri Lanka

Friday, 27 March 2026 00:10

Nuclear fission to heat up Torrington this weekend

Friday, 27 March 2026 00:10

The petrodollar strategy – Why the global power shift matters for Sri Lanka

Friday, 27 March 2026 00:01

The JR I disliked — A review of courage, candour and historical balance

Friday, 27 March 2026 00:00

Preventable global conflict, targeting China, Lanka’s vulnerability and leadership deficit

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:30

Food insecurity is the ‘hidden devil’ of global conflicts: The case of urea

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:24

Can Hambantota International Port unlock Mattala’s strategic potential?

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:22

Increasing national productivity is futile when citizenry bucks the system and refuses to save itself

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:20

Sri Lanka’s “Anthropogenic Foreign Policy” is a lighthouse in Indian Ocean: Prof. Patrick Mendis

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:00

When the war drops a bomb in our backyard

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:22

Peter’s and Zahira exit with heads held up

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:20

What the Diego Garcia strike means for Sri Lanka and the wider region

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:20

Why Good HR sits at the very heart of business success

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:16

Purposeful leadership: A new series for a changing world

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:14

IRCSL and industry stakeholders unveil “Vision 2035” national insurance roadmap post-Ditwah

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:12

Redefining “Reserves” under Inland Revenue Act: Policy evolution or moving goalposts?

Tuesday, 24 March 2026 03:06

The evolution of Withholding Taxes – a status quo

Tuesday, 24 March 2026 03:01

“When America sneezes, Sri Lanka catches a cold!”

Tuesday, 24 March 2026 02:03

Middle East crisis weighs on March exports

Export Development Board (EDB) Chairman Mangala Wijesinghe yesterday warned that Sri Lanka’s exports are likely to contract by between 5% and 8% in ..

Russia ready to support Sri Lanka, agrees to supply fuel

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:52

Tourism Task Force moves to shield sector from ME war fallout

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:48

The Presidential Task Force on the Implementation of the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Program yesterday convened to discuss measures to sustain the i ..

Vallibel Finance boosts high growth trajectory with Rs. 2.12 b Rights Issue

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:45

The fifth largest in the industry, Vallibel Finance PLC yesterday announced a Rs. 2.12 billion attractively-priced Rights Issue in a strategic initiat ..

CBSL sees no need for moratorium for MSMEs

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:26

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday said no official request has been made to grant a financial moratorium or ..

ADB says scaling up financing to support Sri Lanka

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:25

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday said that its visiting President Masato Kanda met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and announced tha ..

CSE extends rebound to second session with new single-day points gain benchmark

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:22

Sri Lanka stocks extended its strong rebound to a second session yesterday, setting another benchmark single-day points gain as it recoups 48% of the ..

Oil price falls as Trump talks up Iran peace negotiations

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:20

Oil prices fell yesterday after US President Donald Trump said negotiations to end the war were progressing, while Iran said “non-hostile” vessels ..

ADB ups 2026 financial disbursement to $ 480 m; $ 200 m slotted for immediate release

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:30

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has agreed to increase the allocation approved for Sri Lanka for this year from $ 380 million to $ 480 million and to ..

Janashakthi to chart new growth wave via Rs. 5 b IPO

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:26

Integrated financial services conglomerate Janashakthi Ltd., (JXG) yesterday unveiled its next growth wave to be powered by the Rs. 5 billion Initial ..

President meets Agriculture Ministry and CEOs to secure fertiliser supplies ahead Yala season

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:25

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed the Agriculture Ministry and private sector fertiliser suppliers to jointly formulate a program to m ..

Cabinet expands concessional loan scheme to boost young entrepreneurs

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:24

In line with the Government’s policy commitment to create 50,000 new entrepreneurs within five years, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved fu ..

CSE posts highest single-day points gain, recovers Rs. 244 b value

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:22

The Colombo stock market reported a sharp rebound yesterday posting the highest ever single-day points increase and recovering Rs. 244 billion in valu ..

Trump calls Modi, discuss Strait of Hormuz and de-escalation

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:20

US Ambassador to India Sergi Gor said President Donald Trump had held a discussion with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday on the escalatin ..

Bunker fuel is a sale, not an export: Supreme Court draws a line in the harbour

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:02

By a Special Legal Correspondent In a landmark split decision, Justice Nawaz of the Supreme Court has recently ruled that the supply of bunker fuel t ..

ADB President begins three-day Sri Lanka visit with focus on recovery and resilience

Tuesday, 24 March 2026 02:32

Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday for a three-day official visit aimed at deepening economic cooperat ..

Export earnings up 4.2% YoY to $ 1.4 b in Feb.

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:51

Sri Lanka’s total export earnings in February raked in over $ 1.4 billion, reflecting a 4.22% year-on-year (YoY) growth. ..

Labour participation dips in 4Q 2025; unemployment declines to 3.8%

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:47

Sri Lanka’s labour market in the fourth quarter of 2025 recorded lower unemployment even as labour force ..

OECD cuts global growth outlook on energy shocks, inflation risks

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:44

Global economic growth is expected to slow as higher energy costs linked to the Middle East conflict feed through to inflation and demand, according t ..

Abolish parate law to save MSMEs from collapse amid fuel price shock: Sajith

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:26

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has called for the immediate suspension of the parate law and a comprehensive relief package for micro, small and m ..

Hela Apparel seeks shareholder approval for $ 17 m asset sale to strategic investor

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:23

Hela Apparel Holdings PLC has sought shareholder approval to proceed with the sale of key subsidiaries to a strategic investor for a combined consider ..

CBSL holds policy rate at 7.75% amid Middle East uncertainty

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:21

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday announced an unchanged stance on policy rates at 7.75% following the Monetary Board Review on Tuesday, ..

IMF review changes may be more significant this time amid global shock: CBSL Governor

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:10

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday signalled that upcoming discussions with the International Monetary Fund ..

ADB rolls out package to help Asia and Pacific mitigate Mideast conflict impacts

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:27

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday announced a financial support package to help its developing member countries (DMCs) mitigate the economic ..

Govt. assures adequate LPG supplies amid scheduled shipments

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:26

The Government yesterday assured that liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies will remain sufficient in the coming months, citing confirmed shipment sc ..

Cabinet approves fee-free QR payment program to boost digital economy

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:24

In a bid to boost digital economy, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved implementing a program promoting QR code-based digital payments without ..

Oil back above $ 100 on conflicting claims on US-Iran talks

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:23

The price of Brent crude oil rose back above $ 100 a barrel yesterday, after plunging on Monday, as conflicting accounts of potential talks between US ..

Cabinet clears expert committee to drive energy sector development

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:21

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved formalising a special expert committee to drive the energy sector development, recognising it as a priorit ..

Geopolitical conflict and national energy security: Role of AI in fuel and LPG crisis management

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:06

The escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel represents a “global energy stress test” with profound implications for inte ..

Tax expert challenges key clauses of Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill before SC

Tuesday, 24 March 2026 02:33

A significant constitutional challenge has been filed before the Supreme Court (SC) against provisions of the proposed Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill ..

President urges countrywide push to curb peak-hour energy use amid global supply strain

Tuesday, 24 March 2026 02:31

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday directed officials to intensify public awareness campaigns on prudent electricity use during peak hours, ..

Russia ready to support Sri Lanka, agrees to supply fuel

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:52

Export earnings up 4.2% YoY to $ 1.4 b in Feb.

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:51

Sri Lanka’s total export earnings in February raked in over $ 1.4 billion, reflecting a 4.22% year-on-year (YoY) growth. ..

Tourism Task Force moves to shield sector from ME war fallout

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:48

The Presidential Task Force on the Implementation of the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Program yesterday convened to discuss measures to sustain the i ..

Labour participation dips in 4Q 2025; unemployment declines to 3.8%

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:47

Sri Lanka’s labour market in the fourth quarter of 2025 recorded lower unemployment even as labour force ..

Vallibel Finance boosts high growth trajectory with Rs. 2.12 b Rights Issue

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:45

The fifth largest in the industry, Vallibel Finance PLC yesterday announced a Rs. 2.12 billion attractively-priced Rights Issue in a strategic initiat ..

OECD cuts global growth outlook on energy shocks, inflation risks

Friday, 27 March 2026 04:44

Global economic growth is expected to slow as higher energy costs linked to the Middle East conflict feed through to inflation and demand, according t ..

CBSL sees no need for moratorium for MSMEs

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:26

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday said no official request has been made to grant a financial moratorium or ..

Abolish parate law to save MSMEs from collapse amid fuel price shock: Sajith

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:26

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has called for the immediate suspension of the parate law and a comprehensive relief package for micro, small and m ..

ADB says scaling up financing to support Sri Lanka

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:25

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday said that its visiting President Masato Kanda met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and announced tha ..

Hela Apparel seeks shareholder approval for $ 17 m asset sale to strategic investor

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:23

Hela Apparel Holdings PLC has sought shareholder approval to proceed with the sale of key subsidiaries to a strategic investor for a combined consider ..

CSE extends rebound to second session with new single-day points gain benchmark

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:22

Sri Lanka stocks extended its strong rebound to a second session yesterday, setting another benchmark single-day points gain as it recoups 48% of the ..

CBSL holds policy rate at 7.75% amid Middle East uncertainty

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:21

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday announced an unchanged stance on policy rates at 7.75% following the Monetary Board Review on Tuesday, ..

Oil price falls as Trump talks up Iran peace negotiations

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:20

Oil prices fell yesterday after US President Donald Trump said negotiations to end the war were progressing, while Iran said “non-hostile” vessels ..

IMF review changes may be more significant this time amid global shock: CBSL Governor

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:10

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday signalled that upcoming discussions with the International Monetary Fund ..

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Sri Lanka exports set to decline amid Middle East tensions

Friday, 27 March 2026 11:48

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Russia pledges support to Sri Lanka amid global crisis

Thursday, 26 March 2026 23:23

Sri Lanka, Russia to strengthen energy cooperation

Thursday, 26 March 2026 20:26

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Wednesday, 25 March 2026 20:10

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Friday, 20 March 2026 00:00

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Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:00

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Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:06

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Yazu set to make international debut in Sri Lanka at Radisson Blu Resort Galle

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:10

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Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

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Can the Middle East crisis resurrect Sri Lanka’s “ghost airport”?

Friday, 27 March 2026 00:30

From “World’s Emptiest” to the Gulf’s Lifeboat: How a bold Sri Lankan ‘Proposal’ is testing the limits of Mattala (MRIA) amid the great Pe ..

Calm before the storm: Rethinking disaster risk reduction in Sri Lanka

Friday, 27 March 2026 00:25

Narratives, security, and social cohesion: Rethinking the discourse on Islamic ideologies in Sri Lanka

Friday, 27 March 2026 00:10

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No-confidence motion against Kumara Jayakody undermines NPP’s non-corruption sanctity

Friday, 27 March 2026 05:55

The No-confidence Motion (NCM) submitted by the Opposition against Power and Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody, alleging massive corruption and irregula ..

Walking the neutrality tightrope

Thursday, 26 March 2026 00:00

Market direction of Ceylon Tea amidst Middle East conflict

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 00:00

Getting the Airbus case right

Tuesday, 24 March 2026 00:20

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Monday, 23 March 2026 02:10

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Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

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Global Biz Connect 2026 highlights private sector confidence

Tuesday, 17 March 2026 07:14

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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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Healthguard Distribution revamps Colombo warehouse to strengthen pharmaceutical supply chain

Pointlabs Technologies launch ‘Anya’ Sri Lanka’s first AI-powered voice concierge platform for Standard Chartered Priority customers

Home Lands breaks ground on Canterbury Crest Resort Apartments

Blue Arc to manufacture containerised substations for export under BOI deal

Colombo Dockyard delivers 10th vessel in Misje Eco Bulker newbuilding series

KOKO Makes Winning Debut with Overall Gold at LankaPay Technnovation Awards

Global GIS celebrates 12th anniversary

Mastery of Self through NLP returns, enriched for the age of AI

$ 52.5 m YOLO project by Prime Group gets BOI approval

MAS advances Plan for Change strategy

Tea exports dip in February, but two-month performance remains positive amid price gains

Lanka Realty to divest 51% stake in LRD to Lee Hedges for Rs. 1.61 b

Supply disruptions to outlast Mideast conflict, keeping import and energy costs elevated: Expert

Sri Lanka advances in third AML/CFT Mutual Evaluation; on-site review set for October

Cabinet backs move to legalise Rs. 1 m fee for vanity number plates

SLIC donates Rs. 10 m to ‘Rebuild Sri Lanka’ Fund

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SheTrades Sri Lanka Hub supports women entrepreneurs to explore export opportunities

Commercial High Court issues interim injunctions against several Blue Ocean Group firms

Asia Capital settles Rs. 790.75 m liability via River House share transfer

Sarrah Sammoon appointed IMC Field Officer for Sri Lanka

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Can the Middle East crisis resurrect Sri Lanka’s “ghost airport”?

Calm before the storm: Rethinking disaster risk reduction in Sri Lanka

Narratives, security, and social cohesion: Rethinking the discourse on Islamic ideologies in Sri Lanka

Nuclear fission to heat up Torrington this weekend

The petrodollar strategy – Why the global power shift matters for Sri Lanka

The JR I disliked — A review of courage, candour and historical balance

Preventable global conflict, targeting China, Lanka’s vulnerability and leadership deficit

Food insecurity is the ‘hidden devil’ of global conflicts: The case of urea

Can Hambantota International Port unlock Mattala’s strategic potential?

Increasing national productivity is futile when citizenry bucks the system and refuses to save itself

Sri Lanka’s “Anthropogenic Foreign Policy” is a lighthouse in Indian Ocean: Prof. Patrick Mendis

When the war drops a bomb in our backyard

Peter’s and Zahira exit with heads held up

What the Diego Garcia strike means for Sri Lanka and the wider region

Why Good HR sits at the very heart of business success

Purposeful leadership: A new series for a changing world

IRCSL and industry stakeholders unveil “Vision 2035” national insurance roadmap post-Ditwah

Redefining “Reserves” under Inland Revenue Act: Policy evolution or moving goalposts?

The evolution of Withholding Taxes – a status quo

“When America sneezes, Sri Lanka catches a cold!”

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KOKO Makes Winning Debut with Overall Gold at LankaPay Technnovation Awards

Global GIS celebrates 12th anniversary

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$ 52.5 m YOLO project by Prime Group gets BOI approval

MAS advances Plan for Change strategy

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SheTrades Sri Lanka Hub supports women entrepreneurs to explore export opportunities

Commercial High Court issues interim injunctions against several Blue Ocean Group firms

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