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From Colombo to Canberra: Strengthening economic ties for a shared future

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:39

Sri Lanka Tourism, go back to basics

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:26

The real challenge facing Sri Lanka’s tourism sector

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:22

Improving medical services requires change in attitudes and goals, not mega spending

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:20

Jaffna discourse and Anura’s unreason; Forming SJB-UNP bloc without prevarication

Thursday, 22 January 2026 05:21

Navigating new era of global taxation: Implications of OECD Pillar Two for Sri Lanka’s FDI strategy

Thursday, 22 January 2026 03:05

Education reform: A method to madness

Thursday, 22 January 2026 03:04

UK trade reforms: A transformational opportunity for Sri Lanka’s apparel industry

Thursday, 22 January 2026 02:59

Transformation isn’t a strategy, it’s a brain state

Thursday, 22 January 2026 02:56

A troubling shift in university governance

Thursday, 22 January 2026 02:45

Maldives: 52 years of transformation into South Asia’s wealthiest nation per capita

Wednesday, 21 January 2026 00:28

Flood control must begin at source, not at flood plains

Wednesday, 21 January 2026 00:24

2026 Passport Rankings: Positioning Sri Lanka’s Passport as a strategic national asset

Wednesday, 21 January 2026 00:22

Need the right institutions and processes to override politics in curricular reforms

Wednesday, 21 January 2026 00:20

Fix the Tourism Act but don’t break the industry

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 04:30

How Singapore was built and why it still matters to Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 04:28

Every Sri Lankan company already has an ESG story and it’s time to tell it

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 04:25

Reshaping the future of Haj operations: Beyond the quota framework

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 03:10

The mindful executive: How meditation powers leadership performance

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 01:36

The story of Maya and friends: How AI is quietly redefining work

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 01:27

Apparel exporters welcome post-SVAT VAT refund gains

Apparel exporters have welcomed early gains from the abolition of the Simplified VAT (SVAT) scheme and the transition to the Risk-Based Refund Scheme ..

CSE, SEC hold Investor Forum in Dubai

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:02

An investor forum organised by the Colombo Stock Exchange and the Securities and Exchange Commission was held in Dubai on Thursday at the Sheraton Gra ..

PM meets Swiss, Sri Lankan business leaders in Davos

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:57

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, together with Economic Development Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando, held meetings with members of th ..

Customs hits Jan. target in 22 days

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:51

Sri Lanka Customs has exceeded its January 2026 revenue target within the first 22 days of the month, according to official data. ..

AirAsia adds more frequencies out of Colombo

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:50

AirAsia continues to strengthen connectivity between Sri Lanka and Thailand with the introduction of three additional weekly flights (Wednesday, Frid ..

CSE ends week on new high, less than 50 points from 24,000 mark

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:47

The Colombo stock market ended the week on a new year high with the benchmark index 43.49 points away from the 24,000 milestone. ..

EFC National Best Employer Awards 2025 celebrates excellence in people-centred leadership

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:26

The Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC) National Best Employer Awards 2025 was successfully held on Tuesday (20) under the distinguished patronage ..

BOI reports $ 1 b FDI in 2025, up 72% YoY

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:24

The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) yesterday claimed a significant milestone in 2025 by surpassing the $ 1 billion Foreign Direct Investment ( ..

Revised tax framework on gem imports aims to revive trade, boost exports to $ 1 b in 2026

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:22

The National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) has introduced a revised and significantly more concessional tax framework for gem imports in a bid to ..

Banking giant JPMorgan buys WealthOS

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:20

JPMorganChase, the US-based banking giant, has swooped to buy a British pensions technology company WealthOS as it tries to augment its retirement pla ..

Death knell to local renewable energy industry

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:10

The local renewable energy developers, who supply approximately 3,300 MW capacity of clean, green electricity to the national electricity grid, on Wed ..

CIM appoints new committee to elevate marketing capability in Sri Lanka

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:06

The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) has announced the appointment of the CIM Sri Lanka Professional Member Support Committee (SLPMSC). This ne ..

NTB secures $ 70 m IFC funding to support small businesses

Thursday, 22 January 2026 05:53

Nations Trust Bank PLC (NTB) has secured a debt financing package of up to $ 70 million from World Bank Group’s private sector arm, the Internationa ..

Govt. rolls out broad financing push to revive MSME sector

Thursday, 22 January 2026 05:49

The Government has placed micro, small and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) as a key pillar of its economic recovery and stabilisation strategy, with ..

Almas sheds part of non-voting Renuka Holdings stake for Rs. 243 m

Thursday, 22 January 2026 05:48

Almas Holdings Ltd., has divested a 24.78% stake in Renuka Holdings PLC for a consideration of Rs. 243 million. ..

Blue Diamonds in talks with strategic investor after capital erosion

Thursday, 22 January 2026 05:47

Blue Diamonds Jewellery Worldwide PLC has said it is in discussions with a strategic investor in the jewellery industry as part of efforts to restore ..

Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund exceeds Rs. 8.5 b, aid goods Rs. 23 b

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:00

Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma yesterday said the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund has received over Rs. 8.5 billion in financial donations an ..

Non-traditional markets drive tourism growth in 2025

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:53

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry experienced record-breaking growth in 2025 with over 2.36 million arrivals, as unconventional markets outpaced traditio ..

Govt. revises terms for one-time relief to disaster-affected businesses

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:51

The Government has issued a new circular providing further relief to businesses disrupted by recent disasters, with the objective of restoring livelih ..

Binance Research: Crypto crosses $ 4 t in 2025

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:50

Binance Research has released its Full-Year 2025 and Themes for 2026 report, detailing a year of historic milestones for the global crypto market alon ..

Tea exports top $ 1.5 b in 2025 despite price pressures

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:28

Sri Lanka’s tea industry delivered a stronger overall export performance in 2025, with volumes and earnings recording year-on-year (YoY) growth desp ..

Colombo to host prestigious FICAC South Asia Conference from 1-4 February

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:25

Sri Lanka will host the prestigious FICAC South Asia Conference in Colombo from 1 to 4 February, bringing together distinguished Honorary Consuls from ..

LB Finance continues growth momentum; PAT up 24% to Rs. 8.9 b

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:23

LB Finance PLC has reported a strong financial performance for the nine months ended 31 December 2025, recording a 24% year-on-year (YoY) increase in ..

IMF reiterates commitment to Sri Lanka’s recovery

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:21

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reaffirmed its continued support for Sri Lanka’s economic recovery, underscoring international confidence ..

IRONMAN 70.3 brings city’s leadership together to ignite #ActiveColombo momentum

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:12

The Colombo Municipal Council this week hosted a high-energy meeting attended by the Western Province Governor Hanif Yusoof; Colombo Mayoress Vraie Ba ..

Sri Lanka launches landmark digital foundations for data-driven agriculture sector

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:06

Sri Lanka yesterday took a major step towards transforming its agriculture sector with the official launch of the Agriculture Enterprise Architecture ..

Single largest coal procurement delayed and mishandled due to idiocracy

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:04

By Analyst The recent debate and controversy over the single largest coal procurement needs to be unravelled. “Trident,” the selected coal suppl ..

Hayleys in win-win move goes for Rs. 9 b Rights and Rs. 4.5 b dividend

Thursday, 22 January 2026 05:51

Most diversified blue chip, Hayleys PLC yesterday effected two moves – a historic Rights Issue and a high dividend, which analysts described as “w ..

CBL Group announces strategic acquisition of Indonesian coconut company

Thursday, 22 January 2026 05:49

CBL Group yesterday announced the strategic acquisition of PT. Tri Jaya Tangguh Indonesia (TJT), a large coconut processing facility, with an investme ..

No Chinese firm pulled out from Ambuluwawa cable car project: Cabinet Spokesman

Thursday, 22 January 2026 05:48

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday clarified that while a Chinese national is among the shareholders of the proposed Ambul ..

Sunshine Holdings to buy 75% stake in leading export-oriented agri firm for Rs. 2.7 b

Thursday, 22 January 2026 05:46

Sunshine Holdings PLC (SUN) has announced its intention to acquire a 75% stake in Joint Agri Products Ceylon Ltd., (JAPC), a leading export-oriented c ..

CSE, SEC hold Investor Forum in Dubai

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:02

An investor forum organised by the Colombo Stock Exchange and the Securities and Exchange Commission was held in Dubai on Thursday at the Sheraton Gra ..

Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund exceeds Rs. 8.5 b, aid goods Rs. 23 b

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:00

Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma yesterday said the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund has received over Rs. 8.5 billion in financial donations an ..

PM meets Swiss, Sri Lankan business leaders in Davos

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:57

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, together with Economic Development Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando, held meetings with members of th ..

Non-traditional markets drive tourism growth in 2025

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:53

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry experienced record-breaking growth in 2025 with over 2.36 million arrivals, as unconventional markets outpaced traditio ..

Customs hits Jan. target in 22 days

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:51

Sri Lanka Customs has exceeded its January 2026 revenue target within the first 22 days of the month, according to official data. ..

Govt. revises terms for one-time relief to disaster-affected businesses

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:51

The Government has issued a new circular providing further relief to businesses disrupted by recent disasters, with the objective of restoring livelih ..

AirAsia adds more frequencies out of Colombo

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:50

AirAsia continues to strengthen connectivity between Sri Lanka and Thailand with the introduction of three additional weekly flights (Wednesday, Frid ..

Binance Research: Crypto crosses $ 4 t in 2025

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:50

Binance Research has released its Full-Year 2025 and Themes for 2026 report, detailing a year of historic milestones for the global crypto market alon ..

CSE ends week on new high, less than 50 points from 24,000 mark

Saturday, 24 January 2026 04:47

The Colombo stock market ended the week on a new year high with the benchmark index 43.49 points away from the 24,000 milestone. ..

Tea exports top $ 1.5 b in 2025 despite price pressures

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:28

Sri Lanka’s tea industry delivered a stronger overall export performance in 2025, with volumes and earnings recording year-on-year (YoY) growth desp ..

EFC National Best Employer Awards 2025 celebrates excellence in people-centred leadership

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:26

The Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC) National Best Employer Awards 2025 was successfully held on Tuesday (20) under the distinguished patronage ..

Colombo to host prestigious FICAC South Asia Conference from 1-4 February

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:25

Sri Lanka will host the prestigious FICAC South Asia Conference in Colombo from 1 to 4 February, bringing together distinguished Honorary Consuls from ..

BOI reports $ 1 b FDI in 2025, up 72% YoY

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:24

The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) yesterday claimed a significant milestone in 2025 by surpassing the $ 1 billion Foreign Direct Investment ( ..

LB Finance continues growth momentum; PAT up 24% to Rs. 8.9 b

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:23

LB Finance PLC has reported a strong financial performance for the nine months ended 31 December 2025, recording a 24% year-on-year (YoY) increase in ..

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ICC T20 World Cup 2026 trophy tour launched in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 21 January 2026 23:56

The official trophy tour of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by Sri Lanka and India, was inaugurated today (21) at the Presidential Secre ..

Baseline road extension phase III to resume, easing Colombo–Horana traffic

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 21:43

President calls for united national effort to eradicate drug menace

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 09:19

President reviews digital economy projects and cashless economy initiatives

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 06:13

50 MW Hayleys Fentons wind power project launched in Mannar

Sunday, 18 January 2026 22:42

Sri Lanka participates in ’’Global Caregiver Forum 2026’’ in Madrid

Sunday, 18 January 2026 19:06

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New Year celebrations light up Colombo city

Friday, 2 January 2026 00:00

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week concludes with “The Colombo Edit”

Thursday, 27 November 2025 03:28

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Celebrity and entertainment spotlight at FT-Interbrand IWD gala

Tuesday, 11 April 2023 16:59

Daily FT-Interbrand International Women’s Day gala

Monday, 10 April 2023 15:57

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Singer and HP redefine future of laptops and printing solutions in Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 03:31

Industry veteran Vasee Nesiah takes the helm as KBSL’s new CEO

Tuesday, 13 January 2026 03:20

Fcode Labs marks a year of growth and achievement at Awards Night 2025

Tuesday, 13 January 2026 03:19

FT Lite

Timeless Bollywood Melodies on 23 January

Saturday, 17 January 2026 01:00

The High Commission of India in Colombo will host the Timeless Bollywood Melodies concert, as part of the celebrations of the 77th Republic Day of Ind ..

TAKE on Art × KALĀ kicks off

Saturday, 17 January 2026 01:00

Pyramid Wilmar helps build next generation of professional chefs

Saturday, 17 January 2026 01:00

Opinion and Issues

From Colombo to Canberra: Strengthening economic ties for a shared future

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:39

As Australia Day approaches on 26 January, it is timely to reflect on the deep and evolving relationship between Sri Lanka and Australia. From histori ..

Nature-based infrastructure is vital to avert Asia’s looming water crisis

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:34

Dr. T.B. Jayah, the National Hero

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:29

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Audit firms under fresh scrutiny

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:38

The enormous stress and tension employees at audit firms undergo in the pursuit of carrying out their duties have once again resurfaced with the tragi ..

Education reforms mess up; passing the buck to officials

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:00

Operationalise National Commission on Women

Thursday, 22 January 2026 02:45

Abolition of MP pensions – high in populism but low in rationale

Wednesday, 21 January 2026 00:00

Keep the clergy out of policy making

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 01:12

An opportunity squandered on politics of fear

Monday, 19 January 2026 03:16

Special Report

Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit focuses on Ditwah, reforms and growth

Wednesday, 3 December 2025 02:33

The Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025, the flagship annual forum of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, opened yesterday with over 800 partici ..

‘Big Bold Brave 2025’ Harvard APAC Regional Conference

Thursday, 20 November 2025 02:44

Experts hail Budget for consistency, discuss implementation hurdles and opportunities

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:00

Business News

IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo partners Port City Colombo, Shangri-La Colombo

Jaffna International Trade Fair kicks off

CleanTech marks new era for Sri Lanka’s Circular Economy with Good Plastic recycling certification

Northern Investment Summit 2026 positions North as Sri Lanka’s next growth frontier

Global impact-investing expert Robert Webster to lead Executive Immersion Program in Sri Lanka

Seminar on “Protection of Secretaries and Directors” under Companies Act on 27 Jan.

Jaffna International Trade Fair opens today

EDB orientates new Heads of Sri Lanka Missions to boost export promotion drive

CBSL report on inflation deviation to be presented to Parliament

Infinity Gift Card partners with Singer Sri Lanka

Shalindra Fernando appointed CEO of CT Land Development

Roar Global completes landmark share buyback

Kerner Haus signs fourth property management agreement, expands to Kandy

Classic Travel becomes No.1 Overall Partner for Qatar Airways

Carson Group updates on Indonesian Govt.’s move to nationalise palm oil plantations

Sri Lanka–Germany Business Council holds 26th AGM

WindForce secures Letter of Award for 50 MW Mullikulam Wind Power Project – Lot 1

Dr. Anura Ekanayake appointed Chemanex Chairman, Waruna Madawanarachchi appointed to Board

Siddhalepa Ayurveda opens new outlet at BIA

LK Domain Registry marks 35 years of digital innovation in Sri Lanka

SLAP and NAITA to strengthen skilled manpower for printing industry

Evolution Auto marks major milestone

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From Colombo to Canberra: Strengthening economic ties for a shared future

Sri Lanka Tourism, go back to basics

The real challenge facing Sri Lanka’s tourism sector

Improving medical services requires change in attitudes and goals, not mega spending

Jaffna discourse and Anura’s unreason; Forming SJB-UNP bloc without prevarication

Navigating new era of global taxation: Implications of OECD Pillar Two for Sri Lanka’s FDI strategy

Education reform: A method to madness

UK trade reforms: A transformational opportunity for Sri Lanka’s apparel industry

Transformation isn’t a strategy, it’s a brain state

A troubling shift in university governance

Maldives: 52 years of transformation into South Asia’s wealthiest nation per capita

Flood control must begin at source, not at flood plains

2026 Passport Rankings: Positioning Sri Lanka’s Passport as a strategic national asset

Need the right institutions and processes to override politics in curricular reforms

Fix the Tourism Act but don’t break the industry

How Singapore was built and why it still matters to Sri Lanka

Every Sri Lankan company already has an ESG story and it’s time to tell it

Reshaping the future of Haj operations: Beyond the quota framework

The mindful executive: How meditation powers leadership performance

The story of Maya and friends: How AI is quietly redefining work

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IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo partners Port City Colombo, Shangri-La Colombo

Jaffna International Trade Fair kicks off

CleanTech marks new era for Sri Lanka’s Circular Economy with Good Plastic recycling certification

Northern Investment Summit 2026 positions North as Sri Lanka’s next growth frontier

Global impact-investing expert Robert Webster to lead Executive Immersion Program in Sri Lanka

Seminar on “Protection of Secretaries and Directors” under Companies Act on 27 Jan.

Jaffna International Trade Fair opens today

EDB orientates new Heads of Sri Lanka Missions to boost export promotion drive

CBSL report on inflation deviation to be presented to Parliament

Infinity Gift Card partners with Singer Sri Lanka

Shalindra Fernando appointed CEO of CT Land Development

Roar Global completes landmark share buyback

Kerner Haus signs fourth property management agreement, expands to Kandy

Classic Travel becomes No.1 Overall Partner for Qatar Airways

Carson Group updates on Indonesian Govt.’s move to nationalise palm oil plantations

Sri Lanka–Germany Business Council holds 26th AGM

WindForce secures Letter of Award for 50 MW Mullikulam Wind Power Project – Lot 1

Dr. Anura Ekanayake appointed Chemanex Chairman, Waruna Madawanarachchi appointed to Board

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