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Rethinking oil palm biodiversity, evidence and Sri Lanka’s policy dilemma

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:18

Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act No. 11 of 2026: A comprehensive income tax reform

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 05:35

Navigating the intelligent tide: How AI and Generative AI are reshaping maritime mobility in South Asia

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 05:29

Brigade boots their unbeaten tag away

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 04:20

Stop hiding behind a weak rupee

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 03:53

Financial consumer complaint landscape of Sri Lanka: A regulator’s perspective

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 03:44

One-and-a-half years on: Where is the economic vision?

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 03:38

Sri Lanka’s moment of choice: Reform or relapse

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 03:33

Breaking the corrupt bureaucratic chain and the 323 container clearance saga

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 03:22

Cost accounting standards for Sri Lanka: A timely measure taken by CMA Sri Lanka

Monday, 8 June 2026 03:58

Integrated Capital Approach to sustainable community development

Monday, 8 June 2026 03:49

Governing in an age of uncertainty

Monday, 8 June 2026 03:42

Unlocking Sri Lanka’s full economic potential by leveraging human capital

Monday, 8 June 2026 03:14

World Ocean Day and the imperative of ocean governance

Monday, 8 June 2026 03:08

Uncovering Sri Lanka’s hidden and often overlooked talent crisis

Monday, 8 June 2026 02:48

Need for responsible economic and import management policies

Monday, 8 June 2026 02:33

From Vesak dansalas and Poson lights to Sri Lanka tourism’s depleted coffers

Saturday, 6 June 2026 01:49

The drought we can already see coming — and the 90 days that decide its cost

Saturday, 6 June 2026 01:43

“Image Trap”: Least discussed but critically seminal issue for nations to elevate to the next level

Saturday, 6 June 2026 01:40

Cybercrime safe havens in Colombo

Saturday, 6 June 2026 01:15

Auditor General flags Treasury debt reporting discrepancies

The Auditor General has warned of a “high potential” for foreign loan disbursements received during 2025 to have remained unrecorded in both the G ..

Sajith wants Treasury report on $ 2.5 m cyber fraud tabled in Parliament

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:44

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday called on the Government to immediately table in Parliament the Treasury’s report on the $ 2.5 million ..

AKD wishes Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving Prime Minister

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:37

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has congratulated Narendra Modi on becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in the history of the Republ ..

Home Lands says 50% of Port City twin tower project sold ahead of launch

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:34

Home Lands says it has pre-sold 50% of the units in its upcoming Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo development ahead of the project’s officia ..

Tourism revenue figures now more accurate, not lower: Minister

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:31

Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath yesterday told Parliament that the country’s tourism receipts have not declined, but are now being reported more acc ..

Vehicle import surcharge yet to dent demand: Customs

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:49

Sri Lanka Customs said vehicle imports have remained resilient despite the temporary surcharge imposed on imports earlier this year, with revenue from ..

Sajith calls for stronger SL-India business ties to drive regional growth

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:46

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday called for deeper economic engagement between Sri Lanka and India, arguing that businesses and entreprene ..

High-level policy dialogue to advance South Asia’s food processing industry kicks off today in India

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:43

The South Asian Policy Leadership for Improved Nutrition and Growth (SAPLING) high-level policy dialogue will kick off in Ahmedabad, India, today (9) ..

CSF welcomes stricter EIA standards to boost project approval credibility

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:42

Proposed amendments to the National Environment Act could strengthen the credibility of Sri Lanka’s project approval framework by introducing penalt ..

Govt. posts Rs. 116 b Budget surplus in 1Q as revenue surges 40%

Monday, 8 June 2026 05:40

The Government’s fiscal position strengthened significantly during the first quarter of 2026, with the Government recording a sharp increase in reve ..

Private sector borrowing down sharply to Rs. 101 b in April

Monday, 8 June 2026 05:35

Private sector borrowing from the banking system moderated in April, with total outstanding credit increasing by Rs. 100.6 billion month-on-month (M-o ..

Polish beauties arrive

Monday, 8 June 2026 05:33

Contestants of Poland’s national beauty pageant ‘Miss Polski’ arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday to participate in one of the legs of the popular co ..

Senior business leader Ramya Wickramasingha no more

Monday, 8 June 2026 05:31

Senior business leader and Ceylon Biscuits Ltd., Group Chairman Ramya Sanath Amaraweera Wickramasingha passed away on Saturday. ..

Govt. rejects crisis claims amid exchange rate volatility as rupee ends week lower

Saturday, 6 June 2026 01:00

Finance and Planning Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando yesterday rejected claims that the recent depreciation of the rupee reflects a broader ..

Tourism Deputy Minister receives top global tourism award in Seoul

Saturday, 6 June 2026 00:55

Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe has been recognised with the 2026 SITF Eminent Tourism Pioneer ..

CBSL tightens export proceeds conversion rules amid forex market volatility

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:43

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has amended regulations governing export proceeds, requiring exporters to convert any residual foreign currency e ..

Sri Lanka seeks stronger ILO support for labour reforms, considers ratifying fisheries convention

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:36

Sri Lanka has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing decent work, labour rights and social justice, while seeking greater support from the Internation ..

Hayleys PLC obtains enjoining order against Wimal Weerawansa

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:33

The District Court of Kaduwela yesterday issued an enjoining order against former MP Wimal Weerawansa on an application preferred by Hayleys PLC. ..

Sri Lanka better placed to withstand El Niño shock, says Frontier Research

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:29

Sri Lanka is better positioned to absorb the economic impact of a potential El Niño climate event than in previous years, owing to stronger fiscal an ..

LB Finance surpasses Rs. 25 b pre-tax profit on exponential loan portfolio growth, pays Rs. 13.7 b taxes to Govt.

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:47

LB Finance PLC reported a landmark financial performance for the year ended 31 March 2026, becoming one of the few non-bank financial institutions in ..

Finance Bill clears key tax reforms as telecom tower incentives win approval

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:44

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved a series of tax and fiscal policy reforms, including a five-year tax exemption for newly construct ..

IRD expands digital invoicing rollout as second phase gets underway

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:43

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has commenced the second phase of Sri Lanka’s Digital Invoicing System, expanding the platform to Value Added Ta ..

IMF cuts Sri Lanka growth forecast to 3%, allows temporary fiscal easing

Monday, 8 June 2026 05:41

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down Sri Lanka’s economic outlook and approved temporary adjustments to its reform program in resp ..

550-unit Prime Marina in Port City draws over 300 reservations, say promoters

Monday, 8 June 2026 05:37

The one-of-a-kind Prime Marina at Port City has already attracted reservations for over 300 units, crossing the halfway mark even before its ground br ..

Workers’ remittances surge to record levels in May and first five months

Monday, 8 June 2026 05:34

SRI Lanka’s workers’ remittances climbed to a record high in May, whilst lifting cumulative earnings in the first five months of 2026 to an all-ti ..

UNP highlights quality over quantity in legislative agendas of Presidents Sirisena and Dissanayake

Monday, 8 June 2026 05:31

The United National Party (UNP) has questioned the accuracy of a recent report produced by a local think tank comparing the number of pieces of legisl ..

Trump issues new Executive Order to strengthen Customs enforcement

Monday, 8 June 2026 05:29

US President Donald Trump on Friday signed Executive Order ‘Strengthening Customs Enforcement,’ empowering US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) ..

Sri Lanka gets new global marina front address from Prime - Melwa

Saturday, 6 June 2026 00:58

Prime and Melwa have unveiled the Prime Marina Sales Suite at Port City Colombo, a first of its kind in the region and a new benchmark for how a landm ..

CSE extends losses to fifth session, down 2.54% during week

Saturday, 6 June 2026 00:48

The Colombo stock market failed to sustain early trading gains yesterday to end marginally down. During the week, the ASPI declined 2.54% and the S&P ..

Sajith wants Treasury report on $ 2.5 m cyber fraud tabled in Parliament

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:44

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday called on the Government to immediately table in Parliament the Treasury’s report on the $ 2.5 million ..

CBSL tightens export proceeds conversion rules amid forex market volatility

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:43

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has amended regulations governing export proceeds, requiring exporters to convert any residual foreign currency e ..

AKD wishes Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving Prime Minister

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:37

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has congratulated Narendra Modi on becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in the history of the Republ ..

Sri Lanka seeks stronger ILO support for labour reforms, considers ratifying fisheries convention

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:36

Sri Lanka has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing decent work, labour rights and social justice, while seeking greater support from the Internation ..

Home Lands says 50% of Port City twin tower project sold ahead of launch

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:34

Home Lands says it has pre-sold 50% of the units in its upcoming Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo development ahead of the project’s officia ..

Hayleys PLC obtains enjoining order against Wimal Weerawansa

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:33

The District Court of Kaduwela yesterday issued an enjoining order against former MP Wimal Weerawansa on an application preferred by Hayleys PLC. ..

Tourism revenue figures now more accurate, not lower: Minister

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:31

Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath yesterday told Parliament that the country’s tourism receipts have not declined, but are now being reported more acc ..

Sri Lanka better placed to withstand El Niño shock, says Frontier Research

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 06:29

Sri Lanka is better positioned to absorb the economic impact of a potential El Niño climate event than in previous years, owing to stronger fiscal an ..

Vehicle import surcharge yet to dent demand: Customs

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:49

Sri Lanka Customs said vehicle imports have remained resilient despite the temporary surcharge imposed on imports earlier this year, with revenue from ..

LB Finance surpasses Rs. 25 b pre-tax profit on exponential loan portfolio growth, pays Rs. 13.7 b taxes to Govt.

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:47

LB Finance PLC reported a landmark financial performance for the year ended 31 March 2026, becoming one of the few non-bank financial institutions in ..

Sajith calls for stronger SL-India business ties to drive regional growth

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:46

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday called for deeper economic engagement between Sri Lanka and India, arguing that businesses and entreprene ..

Finance Bill clears key tax reforms as telecom tower incentives win approval

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:44

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved a series of tax and fiscal policy reforms, including a five-year tax exemption for newly construct ..

High-level policy dialogue to advance South Asia’s food processing industry kicks off today in India

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:43

The South Asian Policy Leadership for Improved Nutrition and Growth (SAPLING) high-level policy dialogue will kick off in Ahmedabad, India, today (9) ..

IRD expands digital invoicing rollout as second phase gets underway

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 02:43

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has commenced the second phase of Sri Lanka’s Digital Invoicing System, expanding the platform to Value Added Ta ..

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Neurology Institute upgraded at National Hospital

Sunday, 7 June 2026 21:00

Health and Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa recently inaugurated the upgraded Neurology Institute at the National Hospital following a Rs. 99 mill ..

NCPC Sri Lanka launches major sustainability initiatives for 2026

Wednesday, 3 June 2026 12:55

Army Commander opens Medical Clinic Centre at Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment

Wednesday, 3 June 2026 11:20

Sri Lanka, UN partners strengthen water and sanitation efforts

Monday, 1 June 2026 12:42

40 Youth Research Projects receive grants under NRSYD 2026

Sunday, 31 May 2026 15:27

Sri Lanka to add five advanced mammography machines to boost breast cancer detection

Sunday, 31 May 2026 15:01

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“Glitz and Glam” in down under

Friday, 5 June 2026 02:14

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Thursday, 4 June 2026 00:00

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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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ZILLIONe unveils Jabra Evolve3 series and new PanaCast portfolio

Friday, 5 June 2026 03:26

Technocity powers ahead with Lenovo’s Highest Distribution Award

Friday, 5 June 2026 03:25

ZTE Day 2026 showcases “Creating an Intelligent Future”

Friday, 5 June 2026 03:22

FT Lite

Working past, present and future at the Geoffrey Bawa Trust

Saturday, 6 June 2026 01:33

Visitors to Lunuganga ahead of the southwest monsoon may have noticed garden staff working in the water surrounding the estate’s sundial — not an ..

Rukshan Perera returns to stage on 21 June

Saturday, 6 June 2026 01:31

Dragon Brunch Buffet continues every Sunday at The Kingsbury

Saturday, 6 June 2026 01:27

Opinion and Issues

QR payments in Sri Lanka: How to break the ‘chicken and egg’ situation?

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 05:38

Currently, no customers are in a hurry to install QR payment apps on their phones because many merchants are not ready to accept QR payments. At the s ..

Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act No. 11 of 2026: A comprehensive income tax reform

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 05:35

Navigating the intelligent tide: How AI and Generative AI are reshaping maritime mobility in South Asia

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 05:29

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The Tilvin factor

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 05:28

Mesthree Tilvin Silva, popularly known as Tilvin Silva, is neither an MP nor a member of a local Government council. Yet, he holds immense behind-the- ..

Confronting the reality of an ageing population

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 03:52

Easter Sunday investigation and prosecution

Monday, 8 June 2026 04:07

Children and economic downturn

Saturday, 6 June 2026 01:41

Stability has a price

Friday, 5 June 2026 03:03

Public perceptions of the judiciary vital for democracy

Thursday, 4 June 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

UAE and Sri Lanka: Strengthening relationships, enabling opportunities

BIZENIUS and RiskTAE announce senior strategic advisory appointment of Dr. Gishan Illangakoo

Celeste steps into next era shifting to corporate governance and leadership appointment

Embassy of Sri Lanka and VJSC Co. host tourism promotion event in Viet Nam

Celebrating 25 years of strengthening Sri Lanka–Thailand business relations

Ceylon Chamber SLEIS returns in October amid focus on growth and reforms

Fitch cuts global growth forecast as oil shock weighs on outlook

Realty Management Services brings facility management expertise to Dialog Axiata

Stredge rebrands to orchestrate value

Sri Lanka joins US-led forum on Indian Ocean ports and logistics

Peterson Solutions Sri Lanka opens new corporate office at Orion City

EFC Solutions Unit expands as one-stop-shop for HR needs

Sri Lanka seeks deeper cooperation with France, EU as AFD marks 20 years of engagement

Home Lands and Mahela Jayawardene team up to make Sri Lanka next global real estate destination

Indian High Commissioner visits hybrid power project in Delft Island

Sri Lanka participates in THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 and Technical Exposure Program in Thailand

EU supports launch of Sri Lanka’s revised National Green Reporting System Guidelines

SLT-MOBITEL powers Central Bus Stand with end-to-end digital infrastructure

HNB, Hayleys partner to boost agricultural growth via mechanisation

Ceylinco Life partners with FTZMA as insurance service provider

EU-backed initiative to drive eco-industrial transformation in Sri Lanka

EDB and NMRA unite to drive Sri Lanka’s pharmaceutical export growth

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Rethinking oil palm biodiversity, evidence and Sri Lanka’s policy dilemma

Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act No. 11 of 2026: A comprehensive income tax reform

Navigating the intelligent tide: How AI and Generative AI are reshaping maritime mobility in South Asia

Brigade boots their unbeaten tag away

Stop hiding behind a weak rupee

Financial consumer complaint landscape of Sri Lanka: A regulator’s perspective

One-and-a-half years on: Where is the economic vision?

Sri Lanka’s moment of choice: Reform or relapse

Breaking the corrupt bureaucratic chain and the 323 container clearance saga

Cost accounting standards for Sri Lanka: A timely measure taken by CMA Sri Lanka

Integrated Capital Approach to sustainable community development

Governing in an age of uncertainty

Unlocking Sri Lanka’s full economic potential by leveraging human capital

World Ocean Day and the imperative of ocean governance

Uncovering Sri Lanka’s hidden and often overlooked talent crisis

Need for responsible economic and import management policies

From Vesak dansalas and Poson lights to Sri Lanka tourism’s depleted coffers

The drought we can already see coming — and the 90 days that decide its cost

“Image Trap”: Least discussed but critically seminal issue for nations to elevate to the next level

Cybercrime safe havens in Colombo

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