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Emperor’s ‘Epic Fury’: The cycle of debt, war, and imperial decline

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:55

Sri Lanka’s energy crisis: A culmination of past actions

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:49

Facing the four horsemen of a modern ‘Apocalypse’ today

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:45

India as partner, not patron

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:42

A duo’s duel to shine beyond Bradby

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:30

Sri Lanka’s rising heat: Is El Niño the real cause?

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:28

Navigating the perfect storm: El Niño, input volatility, and seed strategy for survival

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:26

A lament for the rules-based international order

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:25

Dismantling devolution, paralysing Provincial Councils: A counter-reform package

Thursday, 2 April 2026 02:30

US–Israel war on Iran: Top dog bites the dust as underdog rises

Thursday, 2 April 2026 02:19

Education in a time of crisis: Lessons from the 2020-2021 period

Thursday, 2 April 2026 02:13

From Gulf to Colombo: Economic ripple effects of Middle East war

Thursday, 2 April 2026 02:11

Trinity finally wakes up to smell the Roses

Thursday, 2 April 2026 01:30

When the grass suffers

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:40

When culture becomes capital

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:28

Prudence and swiftness, the path forward for Arab countries

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:26

What is needed to liberate Al Quds

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:24

Energy independence no longer optional; it is foundation of economic stability

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:20

VAT on digital services needs direction

Tuesday, 31 March 2026 05:12

Sri Lanka’s quiet justice revolution

Tuesday, 31 March 2026 04:27

IMF tells Sri Lanka to safeguard economic stability

Discussions yesterday between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation centred on how Sri Lank ..

Sri Lanka and World Bank Group launch new partnership to create jobs, attract private investment

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:38

The World Bank Group (WBG) and the Government of Sri Lanka yesterday launched a new five-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF) to support Sri Lanka ..

$ 600 m valuation and JPMorgan exit both trace back to Sri Lanka

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:25

Most venture funds celebrate one good exit. nVentures is quietly sitting on two, and both are still getting bigger. In the span of three years, the S ..

IMF meets Opposition party leaders; Dilith voices concern over EFF program impact on poor

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:23

The visiting staff delegation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday met with leaders of the Opposition parties in Parliament to get their ..

Lanka Milk Foods recovers Rs. 309.3 m from legal claim

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:21

Lanka Milk Foods (CWE) PLC yesterday said it has recovered over Rs. 309.3 million from a longstanding legal claim arising from a breach of contract. ..

World Bank Group IFC veteran Prasad Gopalan joins Sunshine Holdings Board

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:07

Sunshine Holdings PLC has appointed Prasad Gopalan to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director Gopalan is a seasoned international finance a ..

Interest rates expected to ease, credit growth to continue: CBSL

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:47

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Economic Research Director Dr. Lasitha Pathberiya has said interest rates are expected to ease, with private sector c ..

Russell Peters captivates Colombo

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:44

Internationally celebrated stand-up comedian Russell Peters Tuesday night captivated a packed audience with his jokes at Cinnamon Life at City of Drea ..

CSE down for second consecutive month

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:42

The Colombo stock market, which has been on the up since May 2025, has declined for two consecutive months in February and March 2026. ..

IRD defers VAT invoice format rollout to 1 July

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:41

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has further deferred the implementation of the new tax invoice format and specifications for Value Added Tax (VAT) ..

Lankem Ceylon invests Rs. 3 b for first state-of-the-art Single Super Phosphate fertiliser factory

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:39

Lankem Ceylon PLC has unveiled ‘Mada Raja,’ Sri Lanka’s first locally manufactured Single Super Phosphate (SSP) fertiliser, marking a significan ..

Govt. moves to cushion fuel shock while tightening State spending amid gulf war

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:30

By Charumini de Silva The Government has moved to simultaneously shield consumers from surging global fuel prices and rein in public expenditure, as ..

Sri Lanka and Brazil successfully agree to elevate bilateral trade to $ 1 b

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:26

The Second Round of Bilateral Political Consultations between Sri Lanka and Brazil were held on 20 March 2026 at the Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employm ..

CCPI accelerates in March 2025

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:24

Headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (YoY) change in the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI), accelerated in March 2026 as expected due ..

European tea growers visit Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:22

An 8-member delegation comprising six tea growers from across Europe - the Netherlands, Portugal, France, Spain, and Belgium, visited Sri Lanka from 2 ..

NDB Bank says detected Rs. 380 m employee-linked fraud

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:26

National Development Bank PLC (NDB Bank) yesterday said it has detected a fraud involving certain employees acting in connivance with third parties, w ..

Sri Lanka Brand Forum launches to drive purpose-led business future

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:24

By Divya Thotawatte A platform to help navigate intensifying global uncertainty, the Sri Lanka Brand Forum (SLBF) was launched this week with the k ..

Tourist arrivals dip 20% in March on Mideast war

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:22

By Charumini de Silva Sri Lanka’s tourism sector lost momentum in March, with arrivals falling sharply as escalating conflict in the Middle East di ..

WindForce proposes Rs. 4 b Green Bond issue

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:20

WindForce PLC yesterday said that its Board of Directors have proposed to raise Rs. 4 billion via a Green Bond issue. The company said it proposed is ..

Big draw for Russell Peters Colombo gig for laughter

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:00

Internationally celebrated stand-up comedian Russell Peters Tuesday night captivated a packed audience with his customary hilarious jokes and swearing ..

Lending rates fall to four-year lows, credit cards stay put near 28% cap

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:45

Sri Lanka’s lending rates have retreated sharply from crisis highs, but credit card interest remains anchored near the regulatory ceiling, exposing ..

Rs. 243 b Maha Oya pumped storage project gets Cabinet nod

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:43

The Government has taken a major step towards strengthening its energy storage capacity, with the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approving funding for ..

Ceylon Chamber raises concerns over tax policy, calls for balance

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:41

With the 30 March deadline for challenging the controversial Inland Revenue (IR) (Amendment) Bill 2026 in the Supreme Court now passed, The Ceylon Cha ..

JKH completes sale of Cinnamon Citadel owning entity for Rs. 2.78 b

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:41

John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) on Tuesday said it completed the divestment of its subsidiary John Keells Hotels PLC’s majority stake in Kandy Walk I ..

EDB facilitates high-level CPC dialogue to address fuel concerns of exporters

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:37

The Export Development Board (EDB) recently convened a high-level meeting with the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and leading export industry stak ..

Free visa scheme advances as Cabinet clears path for rollout

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:27

Sri Lanka has moved a step closer to rolling out its long-delayed free tourist visa policy, with the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approving the subm ..

Govt. to restrict scrap metal exports to protect local industries

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:25

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved imposing necessary legal provisions to prevent the export of scrap metal, which is detrim ..

Senthilverl ups stake in Renuka Agri Foods to 10.04%

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:23

Senthilverl Holdings Ltd., has increased its shareholding in Renuka Agri Foods PLC to over 10% following trades carried out on 25 March. The investor ..

Iran war wipes $ 120 b off Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:21

The United Arab Emirates’ stock markets in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have lost around $ 120 billion in value since the start of the US-Israel war on Iran, ..

Sri Lanka and World Bank Group launch new partnership to create jobs, attract private investment

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:38

The World Bank Group (WBG) and the Government of Sri Lanka yesterday launched a new five-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF) to support Sri Lanka ..

NDB Bank says detected Rs. 380 m employee-linked fraud

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:26

National Development Bank PLC (NDB Bank) yesterday said it has detected a fraud involving certain employees acting in connivance with third parties, w ..

$ 600 m valuation and JPMorgan exit both trace back to Sri Lanka

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:25

Most venture funds celebrate one good exit. nVentures is quietly sitting on two, and both are still getting bigger. In the span of three years, the S ..

Sri Lanka Brand Forum launches to drive purpose-led business future

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:24

By Divya Thotawatte A platform to help navigate intensifying global uncertainty, the Sri Lanka Brand Forum (SLBF) was launched this week with the k ..

IMF meets Opposition party leaders; Dilith voices concern over EFF program impact on poor

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:23

The visiting staff delegation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday met with leaders of the Opposition parties in Parliament to get their ..

Tourist arrivals dip 20% in March on Mideast war

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:22

By Charumini de Silva Sri Lanka’s tourism sector lost momentum in March, with arrivals falling sharply as escalating conflict in the Middle East di ..

Lanka Milk Foods recovers Rs. 309.3 m from legal claim

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:21

Lanka Milk Foods (CWE) PLC yesterday said it has recovered over Rs. 309.3 million from a longstanding legal claim arising from a breach of contract. ..

WindForce proposes Rs. 4 b Green Bond issue

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:20

WindForce PLC yesterday said that its Board of Directors have proposed to raise Rs. 4 billion via a Green Bond issue. The company said it proposed is ..

World Bank Group IFC veteran Prasad Gopalan joins Sunshine Holdings Board

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:07

Sunshine Holdings PLC has appointed Prasad Gopalan to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director Gopalan is a seasoned international finance a ..

Big draw for Russell Peters Colombo gig for laughter

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:00

Internationally celebrated stand-up comedian Russell Peters Tuesday night captivated a packed audience with his customary hilarious jokes and swearing ..

Interest rates expected to ease, credit growth to continue: CBSL

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:47

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Economic Research Director Dr. Lasitha Pathberiya has said interest rates are expected to ease, with private sector c ..

Lending rates fall to four-year lows, credit cards stay put near 28% cap

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:45

Sri Lanka’s lending rates have retreated sharply from crisis highs, but credit card interest remains anchored near the regulatory ceiling, exposing ..

Russell Peters captivates Colombo

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:44

Internationally celebrated stand-up comedian Russell Peters Tuesday night captivated a packed audience with his jokes at Cinnamon Life at City of Drea ..

Rs. 243 b Maha Oya pumped storage project gets Cabinet nod

Thursday, 2 April 2026 05:43

The Government has taken a major step towards strengthening its energy storage capacity, with the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approving funding for ..

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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister arrives in Sri Lanka on official visit

Tuesday, 31 March 2026 22:41

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko arrived in Sri Lanka today on an official five-day visit. ..

CIABOC makes electronic asset declarations mandatory from March 31

Tuesday, 31 March 2026 22:20

Central Province Entrepreneur Awards 2025 honours 55 entrepreneurs

Tuesday, 31 March 2026 09:22

Polonnaruwa industry sector gets boost

Monday, 30 March 2026 12:34

Colombo Port receives second Indian fuel shipment amid crisis

Monday, 30 March 2026 12:08

Fuel supply for industries continues without shortages: Industries Ministry

Monday, 30 March 2026 11:36

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Friday, 3 April 2026 00:00

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ALT X launches BE | Living through strategy, tech and AI-led eCommerce

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:08

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Friday, 3 April 2026 00:07

PANTUM introduces all-new range of printing solutions at Partner Summit 2026

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:06

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‘88 Acres’ exhibition by MMCA Sri Lanka joins Thailand Biennale

Saturday, 28 March 2026 00:33

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) has announced that their exhibition ‘88 Acres: Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Min ..

“A Concert Beyond Vision” an evening not to be missed

Saturday, 28 March 2026 00:32

Ambuluwawa Religious and Biodiversity Complex marks 30 years

Saturday, 28 March 2026 00:31

Opinion and Issues

Emperor’s ‘Epic Fury’: The cycle of debt, war, and imperial decline

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:55

The trajectory of human civilisation is often defined by the rise and fall of great empires, each following a strikingly similar pattern of expansion, ..

Sri Lanka’s energy crisis: A culmination of past actions

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:49

Facing the four horsemen of a modern ‘Apocalypse’ today

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:45

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Electricity tariff hike, NPP promises and ill-advised moves

Friday, 3 April 2026 00:00

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) granted approval to increase electricity tariffs by 10% overall, with effect from yesterday for t ..

Voices of sanity needed to bring end to wars

Thursday, 2 April 2026 02:06

Continuity of cost-reflective fuel price formula is sensible

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 00:00

Saving children from religious predators

Tuesday, 31 March 2026 04:20

Accountability for crimes by intelligence services

Monday, 30 March 2026 03:30

Govt. needs to provide relief to vulnerable groups

Saturday, 28 March 2026 00:00

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

Business News

SPAR expands to Kandy and Kurunegala with new outlets

Chevron Lanka exceeds Rs. 4 b in earnings for first time in 32-year history

Capacity-building program in India for Sri Lankan dairy cooperatives

Colombo Dockyard lays keel of cable laying and repair vessel for Orange Marine

Liberty Lands acquires full ownership of Scope Cinemas in strategic consolidation

Sri Lanka–Benelux Business Council meets Dutch Ambassador

ACL Cables strengthens leadership with Kusal Jayawardana as Director/Group CEO

Unilever unveils new Colombo Head Office

Ceylon Beverage group makes new Board appointments

T-Bill yields continue upward trajectory

Suresh Shah assumes office as HNB Chairman

Commercial Bank Investment Banking: Redefining capital formation in a transforming economy

UK’s All Party Parliamentary Group on Sri Lanka discusses economic outlook

AICPA and CIMA CXO Forum 2026 on 8 April

IIHS and NSB partner to expand access to global healthcare education

LankaPay launched cross border QR payments acceptance via Weixin Pay at LANKAQR merchants

Lakderana Investments celebrates 20 years of growth, trust and financial resilience

OPPO launches Reno 15 Series

Cap Snap Lanka receives six international certifications including ISO-FSSC

SLPA assures uninterrupted operations across all ports

CIMA President to visit Sri Lanka next week

Singer Sri Lanka, Kapruka in strategic retail partnership through Partner Central platform

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Emperor’s ‘Epic Fury’: The cycle of debt, war, and imperial decline

Sri Lanka’s energy crisis: A culmination of past actions

Facing the four horsemen of a modern ‘Apocalypse’ today

India as partner, not patron

A duo’s duel to shine beyond Bradby

Sri Lanka’s rising heat: Is El Niño the real cause?

Navigating the perfect storm: El Niño, input volatility, and seed strategy for survival

A lament for the rules-based international order

Dismantling devolution, paralysing Provincial Councils: A counter-reform package

US–Israel war on Iran: Top dog bites the dust as underdog rises

Education in a time of crisis: Lessons from the 2020-2021 period

From Gulf to Colombo: Economic ripple effects of Middle East war

Trinity finally wakes up to smell the Roses

When the grass suffers

When culture becomes capital

Prudence and swiftness, the path forward for Arab countries

What is needed to liberate Al Quds

Energy independence no longer optional; it is foundation of economic stability

VAT on digital services needs direction

Sri Lanka’s quiet justice revolution

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Colombo Dockyard lays keel of cable laying and repair vessel for Orange Marine

Liberty Lands acquires full ownership of Scope Cinemas in strategic consolidation

Sri Lanka–Benelux Business Council meets Dutch Ambassador

ACL Cables strengthens leadership with Kusal Jayawardana as Director/Group CEO

Unilever unveils new Colombo Head Office

Ceylon Beverage group makes new Board appointments

T-Bill yields continue upward trajectory

Suresh Shah assumes office as HNB Chairman

Commercial Bank Investment Banking: Redefining capital formation in a transforming economy

UK’s All Party Parliamentary Group on Sri Lanka discusses economic outlook

AICPA and CIMA CXO Forum 2026 on 8 April

IIHS and NSB partner to expand access to global healthcare education

LankaPay launched cross border QR payments acceptance via Weixin Pay at LANKAQR merchants

Lakderana Investments celebrates 20 years of growth, trust and financial resilience

OPPO launches Reno 15 Series

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