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Indispensable if incomplete: Prof. G.L. Peiris’ peace process memoir

Thursday, 29 January 2026 03:19

Justice, silence, and the growing crisis of rape in Sri Lanka

Thursday, 29 January 2026 01:29

Chain of Responsibility: Strengthening accountability in Sri Lanka’s public institutions-Part II

Thursday, 29 January 2026 01:17

Protection of the State from Terrorism Bill - The facade of ‘System Change’

Thursday, 29 January 2026 00:53

Lessons for Sri Lanka from Mark Carney’s Davos intervention

Thursday, 29 January 2026 00:46

Beyond demon or king: Why Ravana still matters in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:28

Fortresses and trade agreements

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:25

Trump’s colonial phase of Gaza ceasefire

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:25

Chain of Responsibility: Strengthening accountability in public institutions -Part I

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:24

Strategies for Sri Lanka to recover post-Ditwah disaster

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:22

Moral duty of Govt. to speak to parent-teachers before deciding to close schools

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:21

Sri Lanka’s skills gap: An economic reality we can no longer ignore

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:20

Predictive taxpayers and the future of revenue

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:18

Beyond BIA: Why Sri Lanka’s next tourism leap must take off from south

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:16

Breaking the stigma around mental health conversations in the workplace

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:15

Of moods, words and deeds: Being brilliant on basics

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 03:37

Surviving and thriving: How Sri Lankan businesses face climate crisis

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 03:34

New tax calculation method for gem imports: A strategic boost for jewellery industry

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 01:57

Power without pace: Is President AKD governing or still campaigning?

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 00:39

Sri Lanka’s hidden crisis: The cost of outdated systems in a new reality

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 00:36

Govt. says deal reached with IMF to continue program without any changes

The Government yesterday said it has reached an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to continue with the $ 3 billion worth four-year ..

CBSL Governor does not rule out changes to IMF program post-Ditwah

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:34

Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday did not rule out any changes to the ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF) Extended Fund F ..

JKH posts strong 3Q earnings

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:28

Top blue chip John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) yesterday announced strong earnings for the third quarter with all businesses reporting improved profitab ..

IMF reaffirms solidarity and reassures support to SL

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:24

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday reaffirmed its solidarity with Sri Lanka and expressed readiness to support the country in its efforts ..

ComBank secures $ 60 m IFC RSF to boost WSME, Agri SME lending

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:30

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has partnered with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, on a $ 60 million Risk Sha ..

Select Committee meets weekly on Colombo Port container release probe

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:27

A Select Committee of Parliament appointed to inquire into the release of 323 containers from the Port of Colombo without mandatory physical inspectio ..

Govt. allocates nearly Rs. 131 b for MSME credit schemes

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:25

Amid growing criticism that micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) affected by Cyclone Ditwah were not receiving adequate recovery support, ..

Tess Agro to issue Rs. 250 m unsecured debentures with warrants

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:23

Tess Agro PLC said its Board of Directors has resolved to issue and list unsecured debentures with attached warrants, subject to shareholder approval ..

Sabre Sri Lanka appoints aviation specialist Chandana De Silva as Country Head

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:21

Softlogic Holdings PLC, yesterday announced the appointment of Chandana De Silva, an accomplished aviation specialist, as the new Country Head of Sabr ..

‘Salam Ramadan’ returns to Colombo to experience spirit of generosity, unity, coexistence and cultural diversity

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:00

Colombo will come alive with vibrancy and festivities as ‘Salam Ramadan’, the country’s foremost Muslim cultural event, returns for a second suc ..

Ditwah devastation insurance claims top 24,500 worth over Rs. 58.5 b

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 03:16

The Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) has intensified its national effort to ensure the expeditious settlement of insurance claims ..

Customs reform must fix pay gaps, incentives to curb corruption: Govt.

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 03:11

CEB trade unions threaten industrial action over restructuring, employee rights

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 03:08

Trade unions representing employees of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) have warned of strict industrial action if the Government fails to address a ..

Gold hits record above $ 5,000 as global uncertainty drives safe-haven rush

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 03:06

Gold surged to a record high above $ 5,000 an ounce yesterday, extending a historic rally as investors piled into ‌the safe-haven asset amid rising ..

Fresh talks on port and Customs issues but no breakthrough

Monday, 26 January 2026 05:30

Industry sources said that despite repeatedly highlighting the practical issues faced by the genuine trading community, there appears to be a lack of ..

Tourism leaks $ 1.13 b annually as focus shifts from arrivals to value retention

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:30

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, struggling to attract high spenders, is estimated to lose $ 1.13 billion annually through economic leakages, despite gen ..

Altair issues over 100 title deeds post-ownership change

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:26

Altair Residences has, over the past six months, seen over 100 individual title deeds being executed by apartment owners, providing owners with a clea ..

LVL Energy Fund to raise Rs. 507 m via Rights

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:23

LVL Energy Fund PLC has announced a proposed Rights Issue of shares to raise up to Rs. 507.1 million, with proceeds to be used to settle outstanding d ..

President’s Special Envoy Hanif goes live on Channel News Asia from Singapore

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:28

Western Province Governor and Presidential Special Envoy for Foreign Investment Hanif Yusoof went live on Channel News Asia (CNA) from Singapore, wher ..

Treasury issues new circular for Cyclone Ditwah-hit micro and small businesses

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:26

The Finance, Planning and Economic Development Ministry has issued a new circular expanding relief measures for micro, small and self-employed busines ..

UAE attracts $ 45 b FDI in 2025, up 50%

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:24

The UAE attracted over $ 45 billion in foreign direct investment last year, up nearly 50% year-on-year, even as global FDI declined by 11%, said a sen ..

National Corporate Director Awards tonight

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:22

The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID), in partnership with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), will host the inaugural SL ..

Hemas secures Kenyan regulatory clearance for proposed acquisition

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:20

Hemas Holdings PLC has received approval from the Competition Authority of Kenya for its proposed acquisition of a majority equity stake in a consumer ..

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka 2026 in October

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:00

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka (MBFWSL) has officially announced the dates for its 2026 edition, taking place from 7–11 October 2026 at Cinnam ..

Ambeon Group makes voluntary takeover bid for Harischandra Mills

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 03:11

Ambeon Capital PLC yesterday said it has entered into Share Sale and Purchase Agreement to acquire a 51.11% controlling stake in Harischandra Mills PL ..

Yaden Laboratories expands: Unit II project officially launched in Katunayake

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 03:09

Yaden Laboratories Ltd., 100% Sri Lankan-owned and the nation’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturer, has announced a major expansion of its manufact ..

C M Holdings makes deal for Rs. 260 m property sale

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 03:08

C M Holdings PLC said it has entered into a Sale and Purchase Agreement with Vogue Real Estate Ltd., to dispose of a property located in Thalangama So ..

Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bill: Neither here, nor there

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 02:49

The National Collective of Community Savings and Credit Services Providers organised the conference “Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bi ..

Port City progresses with first $ 112 m and 231-unit luxury residential project breaking ground

Monday, 26 January 2026 05:29

Sri Lanka’s most ambitious urban development project reached a critical execution milestone, as construction officially commenced on the first resid ..

CBSL Governor does not rule out changes to IMF program post-Ditwah

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:34

Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday did not rule out any changes to the ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF) Extended Fund F ..

Tourism leaks $ 1.13 b annually as focus shifts from arrivals to value retention

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:30

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, struggling to attract high spenders, is estimated to lose $ 1.13 billion annually through economic leakages, despite gen ..

JKH posts strong 3Q earnings

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:28

Top blue chip John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) yesterday announced strong earnings for the third quarter with all businesses reporting improved profitab ..

Altair issues over 100 title deeds post-ownership change

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:26

Altair Residences has, over the past six months, seen over 100 individual title deeds being executed by apartment owners, providing owners with a clea ..

IMF reaffirms solidarity and reassures support to SL

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:24

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday reaffirmed its solidarity with Sri Lanka and expressed readiness to support the country in its efforts ..

LVL Energy Fund to raise Rs. 507 m via Rights

Thursday, 29 January 2026 05:23

LVL Energy Fund PLC has announced a proposed Rights Issue of shares to raise up to Rs. 507.1 million, with proceeds to be used to settle outstanding d ..

ComBank secures $ 60 m IFC RSF to boost WSME, Agri SME lending

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:30

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has partnered with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, on a $ 60 million Risk Sha ..

President’s Special Envoy Hanif goes live on Channel News Asia from Singapore

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:28

Western Province Governor and Presidential Special Envoy for Foreign Investment Hanif Yusoof went live on Channel News Asia (CNA) from Singapore, wher ..

Select Committee meets weekly on Colombo Port container release probe

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:27

A Select Committee of Parliament appointed to inquire into the release of 323 containers from the Port of Colombo without mandatory physical inspectio ..

Treasury issues new circular for Cyclone Ditwah-hit micro and small businesses

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:26

The Finance, Planning and Economic Development Ministry has issued a new circular expanding relief measures for micro, small and self-employed busines ..

Govt. allocates nearly Rs. 131 b for MSME credit schemes

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:25

Amid growing criticism that micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) affected by Cyclone Ditwah were not receiving adequate recovery support, ..

UAE attracts $ 45 b FDI in 2025, up 50%

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:24

The UAE attracted over $ 45 billion in foreign direct investment last year, up nearly 50% year-on-year, even as global FDI declined by 11%, said a sen ..

Tess Agro to issue Rs. 250 m unsecured debentures with warrants

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:23

Tess Agro PLC said its Board of Directors has resolved to issue and list unsecured debentures with attached warrants, subject to shareholder approval ..

National Corporate Director Awards tonight

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:22

The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID), in partnership with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), will host the inaugural SL ..

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Govt. to continue $3 billion IMF programme despite cyclone impact

Thursday, 29 January 2026 12:26

The Government has announced that it will continue with the $3 billion, four-year International Monetary Fund (IMF) Extended Fund Facility (EFF) progr ..

Sri Lanka–Pakistan talks focus on boosting industrial and investment ties

Thursday, 29 January 2026 11:31

Cabinet approves international bidding for landmark mixed-use development in Col. 03

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 12:18

Government announces financial relief for businesses affected by Cyclone Ditwah

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 06:37

Sri Lanka exports grow 5.6% in 2025, reach US$17.25 billion

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 08:40

Prajashakthi programme expands nationwide with new digital support system

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 06:20

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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”

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Digital Technology: The Politics of Blocking Progress

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 13:31

Technology and the Future of Business

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 13:30

Sri Lankan Roots, Global Impact: 99x celebrates 25 years of growth and expansion

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 13:27

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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

Indispensable if incomplete: Prof. G.L. Peiris’ peace process memoir

Thursday, 29 January 2026 03:19

Prof. G.L. Peiris’ memoir ‘The Sri Lanka Peace Process: An Inside View’ is invaluable, indispensable reading. ..

Justice, silence, and the growing crisis of rape in Sri Lanka

Thursday, 29 January 2026 01:29

Chain of Responsibility: Strengthening accountability in Sri Lanka’s public institutions-Part II

Thursday, 29 January 2026 01:17

FT View - Editorial

Govt.’s state sector woes

Thursday, 29 January 2026 03:43

Chairman of Airport and Aviation Services Sri Lanka Ltd., Air Chief Marshal Harsha Abeywickrama (retd) resigned from his position yesterday. ..

Construction sector’s recovery and challenges going forward

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 00:00

Criminal justice system is not beyond criticism

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 00:00

A city priced beyond its people

Monday, 26 January 2026 03:42

Audit firms under fresh scrutiny

Saturday, 24 January 2026 05:38

Education reforms mess up; passing the buck to officials

Friday, 23 January 2026 00:00

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

CBSL keeps Overnight Policy Rate unchanged

BOI showcases University Towns as next growth frontier in education investment

PickMe posts record nine-month performance

Cabinet nods temporary extension of driving licence validity for Parliamentary approval

MTI commends Sri Lanka’s tourism resilience, cautions on longer-term risks

Validation workshops for National Export Development Plan 2025–2029

MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka appoints Harendra Uyanage as Chief Creative Officer

Samsung awarded Superbrands Sri Lanka’s Choice 2025 in consumer electronics

Sri Lanka must rethink disaster response to break poverty cycles – Experts

Govt. seeks investors to develop land near Diyawanna Oya and Gregory Lake

Govt. cancels Korean-funded medical equipment loan project, shifts focus to Matara hospital

Cabinet approves implementation agreement for $ 3 m World Bank grant on ports and logistics

INFRACON 2026 to drive future of infrastructure and construction development in Sri Lanka

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

Sri Lanka pitches tax holidays, ‘next Dubai’ vision to attract UAE investors

India, EU agree on ‘mother of all’ trade deals

Blue Diamonds appoints three finance professionals to Board

UDA Chairman Hemachandra joins Colombo Land and Development Board

Sri Lanka sets stage for landmark presence at Gulfood 2026

Koaloo.Fi and Stredge forge strategic partnership

Abans Marks Showroom Excellence with Lenovo Premium Club 2nd Phase Launch

Sri Lanka showcases excellence at Grüne Woche 2026 in Berlin

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Indispensable if incomplete: Prof. G.L. Peiris’ peace process memoir

Justice, silence, and the growing crisis of rape in Sri Lanka

Chain of Responsibility: Strengthening accountability in Sri Lanka’s public institutions-Part II

Protection of the State from Terrorism Bill - The facade of ‘System Change’

Lessons for Sri Lanka from Mark Carney’s Davos intervention

Beyond demon or king: Why Ravana still matters in Sri Lanka

Fortresses and trade agreements

Trump’s colonial phase of Gaza ceasefire

Chain of Responsibility: Strengthening accountability in public institutions -Part I

Strategies for Sri Lanka to recover post-Ditwah disaster

Moral duty of Govt. to speak to parent-teachers before deciding to close schools

Sri Lanka’s skills gap: An economic reality we can no longer ignore

Predictive taxpayers and the future of revenue

Beyond BIA: Why Sri Lanka’s next tourism leap must take off from south

Breaking the stigma around mental health conversations in the workplace

Of moods, words and deeds: Being brilliant on basics

Surviving and thriving: How Sri Lankan businesses face climate crisis

New tax calculation method for gem imports: A strategic boost for jewellery industry

Power without pace: Is President AKD governing or still campaigning?

Sri Lanka’s hidden crisis: The cost of outdated systems in a new reality

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Tourism leaks $ 1.13 b annually as focus shifts from arrivals to value retention

Yaden Laboratories expands: Unit II project officially launched in Katunayake

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CBSL keeps Overnight Policy Rate unchanged

BOI showcases University Towns as next growth frontier in education investment

PickMe posts record nine-month performance

Cabinet nods temporary extension of driving licence validity for Parliamentary approval

MTI commends Sri Lanka’s tourism resilience, cautions on longer-term risks

Validation workshops for National Export Development Plan 2025–2029

MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka appoints Harendra Uyanage as Chief Creative Officer

Samsung awarded Superbrands Sri Lanka’s Choice 2025 in consumer electronics

Sri Lanka must rethink disaster response to break poverty cycles – Experts

Govt. seeks investors to develop land near Diyawanna Oya and Gregory Lake

Govt. cancels Korean-funded medical equipment loan project, shifts focus to Matara hospital

Cabinet approves implementation agreement for $ 3 m World Bank grant on ports and logistics

INFRACON 2026 to drive future of infrastructure and construction development in Sri Lanka

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

Sri Lanka pitches tax holidays, ‘next Dubai’ vision to attract UAE investors

India, EU agree on ‘mother of all’ trade deals

Blue Diamonds appoints three finance professionals to Board

UDA Chairman Hemachandra joins Colombo Land and Development Board

Sri Lanka sets stage for landmark presence at Gulfood 2026

Koaloo.Fi and Stredge forge strategic partnership

Abans Marks Showroom Excellence with Lenovo Premium Club 2nd Phase Launch

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