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The ‘richest’ person is the one who has ‘enough’

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:52

Is it a ‘Mayday!’ for the NPP’s slow slide into systems failure?

Friday, 1 May 2026 08:27

Sri Lanka - A second bite at the cherry

Friday, 1 May 2026 08:20

Economic vision of Ranasinghe Premadasa: A much felt today

Friday, 1 May 2026 08:19

Ranasinghe Premadasa: A milestone in turning point of Malayaha Tamils’ lives

Friday, 1 May 2026 08:11

Cyber-crimes and management weaknesses

Friday, 1 May 2026 05:14

Further shakeups to alter course of the League

Friday, 1 May 2026 04:28

May Day mirror 2026: Sajith vs. Anura; SJB vs. JVP-NPP

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:40

Why do people really pay taxes?

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:21

Women in Sri Lanka’s Boards: The glass ceiling persists

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:20

Capable, qualified — so why are we still waiting for permission?

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:18

Purposeful people leadership: Leading others when the world is unsettled

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:16

The second silent bottleneck

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:26

The peace walk and the dog saint

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:22

Thurstan stun guns Tristan

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:20

The mask of State virtue cannot hide the hollow within

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:20

EVs and the Grid: What the data really says about Sri Lanka’s energy future

Tuesday, 28 April 2026 01:19

Why banks must strengthen whistleblowing mechanisms

Tuesday, 28 April 2026 00:38

The end of the Board game is nigh

Tuesday, 28 April 2026 00:31

When words are held back: Law, literature, and the limits of control

Tuesday, 28 April 2026 00:22

CoPF says $ 2.5 m stolen via 10 transactions, ignoring red flags

Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma appeared before the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) yesterday, reversing an earlier refusal to attend ..

Planters seek urgent response to stabilise tea production, key export markets

Friday, 1 May 2026 10:11

The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA), the apex body of Sri Lanka’s Plantation industry, yesterday called for an urgent review and streamlining ..

EU grants € 2.6 m (Rs. 970 m) to enhance civic participation, accountability and transparency

Friday, 1 May 2026 10:08

The European Union has committed € 2.6 million (approximately Rs. 970 million) to a three-year program to strengthen civil society, enhance accounta ..

Consumer sentiment drops to lowest since June 2024

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:55

Sri Lanka’s Consumer Sentiment Index fell sharply in March, declining by 16 points to 70, marking the lowest level recorded since June 2024 and the ..

CSE up 7% in April, highest monthly gain since July ‘25

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:46

The Colombo stock market ended April in red yesterday with the indices recording overall gains during the month, with the ASPI making its biggest mont ..

Eran heads nine-member SLC Restructuring Committee

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:30

Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage has appointed a nine-member Restructuring Committee for Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to run the affairs of cricket in t ..

Seylan Bank 1Q PAT up 5.25% to Rs. 2.91 b

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:26

Seylan Bank PLC has reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 2.91 billion in the first quarter of 2026, up 5.25% from a year ago. The bank said it re ..

One Love Reggae Festival 2026 set for 7-9 August

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:24

South Asia’s first ever “One Love Reggae Festival” will be held from 7 to 9 August 2026 in Bentota Beach, its organisers announced yesterday. T ..

IRCSL rolls out digital motor insurance card

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:22

The Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL), together with the Insurance Association of Sri Lanka (IASL) and the Sri Lanka Police, has in ..

Hela Apparel unit exits UK-based Focus Brands for $ 8 m

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:20

Hela Apparel Holdings PLC yesterday confirmed the divestment of its stake in UK-based Focus Brands Ltd., to Emerald Investments Ltd., for a total cons ..

$ 625,000 payment to US Post goes missing

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:27

Cabinet Spokesman and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday said investigations were underway into a $ 625,000 payment remitted from Sri ..

Govt. calls for investment proposals for Colombo tech innovation hub

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:25

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved calling for investment proposals from parties interested in developing a designated land parcel into a hub ..

Govt. to confirm 9,800 State sector employees

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:23

Taking into account that around 9,800 employees are currently serving across the public service, provincial public service, public corporations, statu ..

Court imposes travel bans on five officials over $ 2.5 m Treasury cyber breach

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:21

The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court yesterday imposed overseas travel bans on five officials in connection with the alleged $ 2.5 million cyber brea ..

Govt. cash surplus due to overborrowing, says Verité

Tuesday, 28 April 2026 01:49

Sri Lanka’s improved Treasury liquidity masks a weaker fiscal position, with cash balances swinging from a deficit of Rs. 832 billion in 2022 to a s ..

Overseas Realty posts Rs. 1.9 b PBT in 1Q

Friday, 1 May 2026 10:09

Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC yesterday said it recorded a group revenue of Rs. 3,292 million and a group Profit Before Tax (PBT) of Rs. 1,926 million ..

Govt. eyes tech push at Customs to boost revenue, cut corruption

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:59

Oil prices soar above $ 120 to four-year high

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:51

The global benchmark oil price, Brent crude, rose above $ 120 (£89) a barrel on Wednesday, briefly hitting $ 122, its highest price since 2022. ..

Daily FT to cost Rs. 100 from 4 May

Thursday, 30 April 2026 11:26

Due to the increasing cost of distribution, energy, and imported materials required to publish the Daily FT, we regret to inform readers that we are c ..

Eran quits SJB committees

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:27

Former Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Eran Wickramaratne has resigned from the party’s Working Committee and Management Committee after assuming du ..

JXG up 37% on debut

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:25

Janashakthi Ltd., (JXG) ended 37% on the up yesterday, debuting on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Main Board. The share price gained Rs. 3.70 to c ..

RPCs prepare palm oil investments ahead of potential ban lift

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:23

Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) are preparing to invest in palm oil cultivation, expecting the Government to lift the seven-year ban. The shift ..

PUCSL opens public consultation on electricity tariffs revision

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:21

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) yesterday announced launching a public consultation process following a revised electricity gener ..

CoPF summons Treasury Secretary, CBSL Chief over $ 2.5 m breach tomorrow

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:30

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) Chairman MP Dr. Harsha de Silva yesterday said that the committee had unanimously decided to probe the $ 2.5 mi ..

LB Finance secures $ 15 m from Swiss-based Enabling Qapital

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:26

LB Finance PLC has secured a $15 million senior debt facility from Enabling Qapital Ltd. (EQ), a Switzerland-based impact asset manager, marking anoth ..

Emerald Clothing acquires select Hela factories

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:24

Emerald Clothing Ltd., has stepped in to secure the continuity of key operations previously run by Hela Clothing Ltd., in a move aimed at stabilising ..

Asia Broadcasting Corp. receives 2026 Global Recognition Award for media leadership in South Asia

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:22

Global Recognition Awards has announced Asia Broadcasting Corporation, opens new tab as a recipient of a 2026 Global Recognition Award, opens new tab, ..

UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:20

The United ‌Arab Emirates said on Tuesday it quit OPEC and OPEC+, dealing a heavy blow to the oil exporting groups at a time when the Iran war has c ..

WindForce secures $ 18 m IFC loan to fund solar, storage expansion

Tuesday, 28 April 2026 01:45

WindForce PLC yesterday said it has secured a loan facility of up to $ 18 million from the World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC ..

Planters seek urgent response to stabilise tea production, key export markets

Friday, 1 May 2026 10:11

The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA), the apex body of Sri Lanka’s Plantation industry, yesterday called for an urgent review and streamlining ..

Overseas Realty posts Rs. 1.9 b PBT in 1Q

Friday, 1 May 2026 10:09

Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC yesterday said it recorded a group revenue of Rs. 3,292 million and a group Profit Before Tax (PBT) of Rs. 1,926 million ..

EU grants € 2.6 m (Rs. 970 m) to enhance civic participation, accountability and transparency

Friday, 1 May 2026 10:08

The European Union has committed € 2.6 million (approximately Rs. 970 million) to a three-year program to strengthen civil society, enhance accounta ..

Govt. eyes tech push at Customs to boost revenue, cut corruption

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:59

Consumer sentiment drops to lowest since June 2024

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:55

Sri Lanka’s Consumer Sentiment Index fell sharply in March, declining by 16 points to 70, marking the lowest level recorded since June 2024 and the ..

Oil prices soar above $ 120 to four-year high

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:51

The global benchmark oil price, Brent crude, rose above $ 120 (£89) a barrel on Wednesday, briefly hitting $ 122, its highest price since 2022. ..

CSE up 7% in April, highest monthly gain since July ‘25

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:46

The Colombo stock market ended April in red yesterday with the indices recording overall gains during the month, with the ASPI making its biggest mont ..

Daily FT to cost Rs. 100 from 4 May

Thursday, 30 April 2026 11:26

Due to the increasing cost of distribution, energy, and imported materials required to publish the Daily FT, we regret to inform readers that we are c ..

Eran heads nine-member SLC Restructuring Committee

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:30

Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage has appointed a nine-member Restructuring Committee for Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to run the affairs of cricket in t ..

Eran quits SJB committees

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:27

Former Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Eran Wickramaratne has resigned from the party’s Working Committee and Management Committee after assuming du ..

Seylan Bank 1Q PAT up 5.25% to Rs. 2.91 b

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:26

Seylan Bank PLC has reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 2.91 billion in the first quarter of 2026, up 5.25% from a year ago. The bank said it re ..

JXG up 37% on debut

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:25

Janashakthi Ltd., (JXG) ended 37% on the up yesterday, debuting on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Main Board. The share price gained Rs. 3.70 to c ..

One Love Reggae Festival 2026 set for 7-9 August

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:24

South Asia’s first ever “One Love Reggae Festival” will be held from 7 to 9 August 2026 in Bentota Beach, its organisers announced yesterday. T ..

RPCs prepare palm oil investments ahead of potential ban lift

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:23

Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) are preparing to invest in palm oil cultivation, expecting the Government to lift the seven-year ban. The shift ..

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Saturday, 25 April 2026 11:19

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Saturday, 25 April 2026 10:56

Ehipassiko Peace Walk continues from Matale to Kandy

Thursday, 23 April 2026 13:44

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The Gratiaen Trust announces the longlist for the 33rd annual Gratiaen Prize

Saturday, 25 April 2026 03:38

The Gratiaen Trust, in partnership with John Keells Foundation, and supported by the British Council, proudly announces the longlist for the 33rd annu ..

ICONS: A dialogue across centuries

Saturday, 25 April 2026 03:12

“Michael” biopic opens across Sri Lankan cinemas

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Is it a ‘Mayday!’ for the NPP’s slow slide into systems failure?

Friday, 1 May 2026 08:27

The National People’s Power cantered into office quite convincingly on a ticket of anti-corruption, ethical exceptionalism and much-needed systemic ..

Sri Lanka - A second bite at the cherry

Friday, 1 May 2026 08:20

Economic vision of Ranasinghe Premadasa: A much felt today

Friday, 1 May 2026 08:19

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Grievances of hardworking men and women

Friday, 1 May 2026 09:07

The International Workers’ Day, which is dedicated to remembering the historical sacrifices and efforts of the working class, is celebrated today wo ..

Stop protests in residential areas

Thursday, 30 April 2026 00:00

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Wednesday, 29 April 2026 00:00

Dealing with legacies of censorship

Tuesday, 28 April 2026 00:36

Fifty years since Vaddukoddai, lessons that cannot be ignored

Monday, 27 April 2026 00:00

More commissions and committees

Saturday, 25 April 2026 00:00

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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

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Monday, 16 February 2026 02:44

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NCE launches SLAB-endorsed Certificate of Ethical Trading

Aitken Spence Elevators and CINEC empower next generation of experts

Pan Asia Bank equips customers with solutions to face energy crisis

AHC Group and AACI strengthen Sri Lanka-Africa ties, driving investment, global collaborations

Access Motors unveils new Range Rover Boutique Residency in Colombo

Slack announces new capabilities

Singhagiri makes history with Sri Lanka’s first-ever Hisense 116” RGB MiniLED TV

Singer invests Rs. 630 m to expand local manufacturing

Abans Group marks inaugural Founder’s Day

Cabinet clears rules expanding CBSL data powers, sanctions for non-compliance

Expert says non-alignment must evolve as global order shifts; renewable energy key

Futamura and Biopap advance compostable food service solutions

ADB backs Sri Lanka’s 2026–2030 export roadmap as NEDP gains momentum

Tech veteran Shanil Fernando resigns from NDB Board

Govt. explores faster, digital overhaul of Aswesuma beneficiary identification

IFC and WindForce PLC partner on first largescale solar project

CSE ends in green for third straight session

Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC appoints Sarmad Abbasi to the helm

Sri Lanka highlights active engagement at ESCAP’s 82nd session

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Paradise Toys accelerates towards sustainable future with high-impact hybrid solar investment

Sri Lanka’s real estate leaders to chart 10-year vision at landmark RIUNIT Forum

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The ‘richest’ person is the one who has ‘enough’

Is it a ‘Mayday!’ for the NPP’s slow slide into systems failure?

Sri Lanka - A second bite at the cherry

Economic vision of Ranasinghe Premadasa: A much felt today

Ranasinghe Premadasa: A milestone in turning point of Malayaha Tamils’ lives

Cyber-crimes and management weaknesses

Further shakeups to alter course of the League

May Day mirror 2026: Sajith vs. Anura; SJB vs. JVP-NPP

Why do people really pay taxes?

Women in Sri Lanka’s Boards: The glass ceiling persists

Capable, qualified — so why are we still waiting for permission?

Purposeful people leadership: Leading others when the world is unsettled

The second silent bottleneck

The peace walk and the dog saint

Thurstan stun guns Tristan

The mask of State virtue cannot hide the hollow within

EVs and the Grid: What the data really says about Sri Lanka’s energy future

Why banks must strengthen whistleblowing mechanisms

The end of the Board game is nigh

When words are held back: Law, literature, and the limits of control

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Access Motors unveils new Range Rover Boutique Residency in Colombo

JXG shares to trade tomorrow

Govt. flags negligence and vulnerability in Treasury payments after $ 2.5 m theft

LB Finance secures $ 15 m from Swiss-based Enabling Qapital

RPCs prepare palm oil investments ahead of potential ban lift

IFC and WindForce PLC partner on first largescale solar project

Business News

NCE launches SLAB-endorsed Certificate of Ethical Trading

Aitken Spence Elevators and CINEC empower next generation of experts

Pan Asia Bank equips customers with solutions to face energy crisis

AHC Group and AACI strengthen Sri Lanka-Africa ties, driving investment, global collaborations

Access Motors unveils new Range Rover Boutique Residency in Colombo

Slack announces new capabilities

Singhagiri makes history with Sri Lanka’s first-ever Hisense 116” RGB MiniLED TV

Singer invests Rs. 630 m to expand local manufacturing

Abans Group marks inaugural Founder’s Day

Cabinet clears rules expanding CBSL data powers, sanctions for non-compliance

Expert says non-alignment must evolve as global order shifts; renewable energy key

Futamura and Biopap advance compostable food service solutions

ADB backs Sri Lanka’s 2026–2030 export roadmap as NEDP gains momentum

Tech veteran Shanil Fernando resigns from NDB Board

Govt. explores faster, digital overhaul of Aswesuma beneficiary identification

IFC and WindForce PLC partner on first largescale solar project

CSE ends in green for third straight session

Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC appoints Sarmad Abbasi to the helm

Sri Lanka highlights active engagement at ESCAP’s 82nd session

Sri Lanka strengthens global presence at Techtextil and Texprocess 2026

Paradise Toys accelerates towards sustainable future with high-impact hybrid solar investment

Sri Lanka’s real estate leaders to chart 10-year vision at landmark RIUNIT Forum

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