Friday, 10 May 2024 00:00

Ranil, Sajith clash in Parliament over economic crisis

President Ranil Wickre-mesinghe and Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday clashed in Parliament after the former blamed the latter for the curr ..

President reiterates need for unity and putting national interest before self

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:40

President Ranil Wickre-mesinghe yesterday in yet another special address in Parliament urged for unity with all putting the nation’s well-being firs ..

Verité Research shares structure for rational, efficient Government in SL

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:34

Verité Research yesterday launched a ‘Blueprint for a Rational Government in Sri Lanka’. The publication shows how all the duties, functions, i ..

CBSL clears off-shore banking regulations for Port City

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:28

In a significant development the Central Bank has cleared the Colombo Port City Banking and Financial Services Regulations that will be applicable to ..

Bill to revise TRC Act after 28 years today in P’ment

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:24

The long-awaited amended Bill to revise the Telecommunications Regulatory Act, after 28 years, will be submitted to Parliament today. Previously, re ..

Tourist arrivals soar past 800,000

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:20

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector celebrates a significant milestone as tourist arrivals soar past 800,000, sparking optimism for the year-end targets. T ..

Diana unseated

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:33

The Supreme Court in a unanimous verdict delivered yesterday unseated State Minister Diana Gamage. ..

Govt. to finalise foreign debt restructuring by June; reduce outstanding by $ 17 b

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:26

Foreign Affairs Minister Ali Sabry yesterday announced the Government’s expectation to finalise the foreign debt restructuring process next month ai ..

Dayasiri reveals Govt. MP given land at BIA for jet fuel facility

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:22

Opposition MP Dayasiri Jayasekara levelled accusations against the Government yesterday, alleging that a Government MP was given a plot of land at the ..

SEC approves de-listing of Expolanka

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:16

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka has granted its approval on 7 May for the de-listing of Expolanka Holdings PLC. ..

Browns becomes world’s biggest tea exporter in deal with LIPTON

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 00:47

LIPTON Teas and Infusions yesterday announced it has agreed terms of a partnership which will result in the transfer of its tea estates in Kenya, Rwan ..

Sri Lanka CVF and Nativa Capital ink MOU to enhance sustainable, community scale farming and forest protection

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 00:43

$100 m project aims to enhance community scale 15,000 farming families ..

Govt. approves 20-year PPA with Adani for484 MW wind power in Mannar and Poonaryn

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 00:42

Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera says negotiated tariff rate of $ 8.26 cents is to be paid in rupees on prevailing exchange rate ..

CBSL calls for public inputs to amend Finance Leasing Act

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 00:42

The Central Bank has called for public views to complete the draft on Amendments to the Finance Leasing Act (FLA), as part of its ongoing efforts to b ..

Alles affirms Cabinet awareness of VFS proposal

Tuesday, 7 May 2024 00:36

Public Security Minister Tiran Alles yesterday asserted that Cabinet Ministers were fully briefed on the proposal on the selection of VFS well in adva ..

Harsha blows whistle over $ 200 m investment promise by IVS-GBS

Tuesday, 7 May 2024 00:32

Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Dr. Harsha de Silva who is also the Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) yesterday flagg ..

Presidential poll between 16 Sep. and 17 Oct. says EC

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:36

The Election Commission of Sri Lanka (ECSL) officially declared yesterday that the 2024 Presidential election will take place on a day between 17 Sept ..

President and Dhammika to launch world’s first of its kind ‘Global Gestures for Empowerment’ today

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:30

President Ranil Wickremesinghe will today ceremoniously launch the world’s first of its kind “Global Gestures for Empowerment” aimed at discoura ..

HNB bolsters Board of Directors with appointment of Suresh Shah

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:26

HNB PLC yesterday announced another strategic addition to its Board of Directors with the appointment of Suresh Shah as an Independent Non-Executive D ..

High incidence of malware and web-borne threats in Sri Lanka warns Kaspersky

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:22

15 m local incidents on the computers of Kaspersky Security Network participants in Sri Lanka 46.7% of users were targeted by local threats due to ..

SriLankan Airlines powers BikingMan Ultracycling World Championship

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:10

SriLankan Airlines recently powered the seventh season finale of the BikingMan Ultracycling World Championship, which recently culminated in an exhila ..

CoPF summons officials for inquiry on visa today

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:31

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) Chairman and MP Dr. Harsha de Silva yesterday confirmed the summoning of the Public Security Ministry Secretary ..

Foreign Affairs Minister calls for free visa to boost tourism

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:24

Foreign Affairs Minister Ali Sabry yesterday insisted on the necessity of diverting the attention from visa fees controversy to establish Sri Lanka as ..

DFCC Bank reports strong profit growth in 1Q

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:16

DFCC Bank said yesterday it demonstrated resilience and continued its commitment to serving customers nationwide, delivering high-quality customer cen ..

Dialog announces share swap details on merger with Airtel

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:15

Dialog Axiata PLC yesterday announced the details of the share swap for its merger with Airtel Lanka. ..

Harin meets Emirates Chairman and CEO Al Maktoum in Dubai

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 00:43

Tourism Minister Harin Fernando, who is in Dubai to attend the Arabian Travel Mart (ATM), yesterday met the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Emirates G ..

Ball on SLT-Mobitel court after serious indictment by Minister Alles, DIE

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 00:42

Serious indictment by Public Security Minister Tiran Alles and Department of Immigration and Emigration (DIE) on Monday has put the onus on SLT-Mobite ..

Parliament passes Bill to temporarily suspend parate action

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 00:42

The Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) (Amendment) bill which was amended to facilitate legal provisions for the suspension of Parate Law ..

Govt. must define stance on visa policy via formulation of National Policy: Alles

Tuesday, 7 May 2024 00:40

Public Security Minister Tiran Alles yesterday highlighted the necessity for the Government to define its stance on visa policy through the formulatio ..

Harin and tourism industry happy as Cabinet reverts to previous 30-day visa fee regime

Tuesday, 7 May 2024 00:34

The Cabinet of Ministers yesterday reverted to the previous single entry 30-day visa arrangement signalling moral victory for Tourism Minister Harin F ..

THASL hails Tourism Minister’s swift action on visa fee issue

Tuesday, 7 May 2024 00:30

The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL) yesterday hailed Tourism Minister Harin Fernando for his proactive leadership to the recent controversy su ..

President reiterates need for unity and putting national interest before self

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:40

President Ranil Wickre-mesinghe yesterday in yet another special address in Parliament urged for unity with all putting the nation’s well-being firs ..

Presidential poll between 16 Sep. and 17 Oct. says EC

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:36

The Election Commission of Sri Lanka (ECSL) officially declared yesterday that the 2024 Presidential election will take place on a day between 17 Sept ..

Verité Research shares structure for rational, efficient Government in SL

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:34

Verité Research yesterday launched a ‘Blueprint for a Rational Government in Sri Lanka’. The publication shows how all the duties, functions, i ..

President and Dhammika to launch world’s first of its kind ‘Global Gestures for Empowerment’ today

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:30

President Ranil Wickremesinghe will today ceremoniously launch the world’s first of its kind “Global Gestures for Empowerment” aimed at discoura ..

CBSL clears off-shore banking regulations for Port City

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:28

In a significant development the Central Bank has cleared the Colombo Port City Banking and Financial Services Regulations that will be applicable to ..

HNB bolsters Board of Directors with appointment of Suresh Shah

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:26

HNB PLC yesterday announced another strategic addition to its Board of Directors with the appointment of Suresh Shah as an Independent Non-Executive D ..

Bill to revise TRC Act after 28 years today in P’ment

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:24

The long-awaited amended Bill to revise the Telecommunications Regulatory Act, after 28 years, will be submitted to Parliament today. Previously, re ..

High incidence of malware and web-borne threats in Sri Lanka warns Kaspersky

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:22

15 m local incidents on the computers of Kaspersky Security Network participants in Sri Lanka 46.7% of users were targeted by local threats due to ..

Tourist arrivals soar past 800,000

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:20

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector celebrates a significant milestone as tourist arrivals soar past 800,000, sparking optimism for the year-end targets. T ..

SriLankan Airlines powers BikingMan Ultracycling World Championship

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:10

SriLankan Airlines recently powered the seventh season finale of the BikingMan Ultracycling World Championship, which recently culminated in an exhila ..

Diana unseated

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:33

The Supreme Court in a unanimous verdict delivered yesterday unseated State Minister Diana Gamage. ..

CoPF summons officials for inquiry on visa today

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:31

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) Chairman and MP Dr. Harsha de Silva yesterday confirmed the summoning of the Public Security Ministry Secretary ..

Govt. to finalise foreign debt restructuring by June; reduce outstanding by $ 17 b

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:26

Foreign Affairs Minister Ali Sabry yesterday announced the Government’s expectation to finalise the foreign debt restructuring process next month ai ..

Foreign Affairs Minister calls for free visa to boost tourism

Thursday, 9 May 2024 03:24

Foreign Affairs Minister Ali Sabry yesterday insisted on the necessity of diverting the attention from visa fees controversy to establish Sri Lanka as ..

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President says his task to restore Sri Lanka’s economy is nearing its end

Thursday, 9 May 2024 12:42

President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Wednesday said that his task to restore the country’s economy is nearing its end and that they have to now focus o ..

Sri Lanka Army and Indian High Commission launch artificial limb manufacturing program

Thursday, 9 May 2024 09:33

Sri Lanka targets June deadline for foreign debt restructuring, aims to Cut $17 billion burden

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 21:18

Government defends outsourcing of visa processing amid criticism

Tuesday, 7 May 2024 12:15

Japan Foreign Minister meets President Wickremesinghe to discuss economic cooperation and gender equality

Monday, 6 May 2024 12:15

Ministry unveils ambitious plans to transform Port of Galle into premier tourist destination

Friday, 3 May 2024 21:14

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Harvard Asia Pacific Regional Conference successfully concludes in Colombo

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IT / Telecom / Tech

FITIS appoints new board for 2024/2025

Thursday, 9 May 2024 01:06

Dialog Axiata renews pledge to GSMA’s Connected Women Commitment Initiative to empower digital inclusion

Thursday, 9 May 2024 01:03

BOI Sri Lanka recognises Virtusa

Thursday, 9 May 2024 01:00

FT Lite

Vis Ta Vie: Luxury boutique hotel contributing to turtle conservation efforts in Sri Lanka

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:04

Sri Lanka, an enchanting island nestled in the Indian Ocean, boasts a remarkable natural heritage that includes not just its famed elephants but also ..

Gratiaen Prize reveals 2024 shortlist

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:03

Sri Lankan Food Festival in Mumbai

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:02

Opinion and Issues

Seven reasons why I would not vote for a socialist utopia

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:26

There is a certain age that socialism sounds super sweet. Who wouldn’t appreciate a system in which everyone lives merrily, receives free education ..

Sri Lankan elections and an Indian Ocean tug-of-war

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:24

Revitalising Sri Lanka’s future: Path forward with export-oriented manufacturing economy

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:22

FT View - Editorial

Creating unnecessary obstacles for tourism industry

Friday, 10 May 2024 00:00

In a commendable move, the Government has decided to terminate the Minimum Room Rate (MRR) mechanism after 31 May. The controversial step was taken by ..

MPs have historic chance to decriminalise same-sex relations

Thursday, 9 May 2024 02:33

Tiran Alles - the quintessential dealmaker

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 00:00

Heatwaves bring home reality of climate change

Tuesday, 7 May 2024 00:00

Saving the leopard

Monday, 6 May 2024 02:29

Reflections on SL media on World Press Freedom Day

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:01

Special Report

World’s first-ever Cinnamon Museum opens in Mirissa

Wednesday, 10 April 2024 00:00

Spotlighting Sri Lanka’s significance and rich spice heritage, the world’s first cinnamon museum opened its doors on 6 April at Mirissa Hills Esta ..

Celebrating World Water Day with special philatelic cover by PASL

Friday, 22 March 2024 00:10

Integrated water resources management: Creating a positive ripple effect

Friday, 22 March 2024 00:00

Business News

Sri Lanka revs up to be global automobile manufacturing hub

Sri Lanka exporters gear up for Hotel Asia Exhibition 2024 in Maldives

Govt. revenue concerns spike amid drop in liquor production

UAE envoy meets BOI

Litro commissions modern Mabima storage and bottling facility after Rs. 1 b investment

TBS International: Spotlighting Sri Lankan excellence to impact global industry standards

Air India back in operation with Hayleys as new General Sales Agent

President says his task to restore Sri Lanka’s economy is nearing its end

Govt. visa processing handover to private firm illegal claims G.L

Charitha raises concerns over CBSL’s perceived independence from State

CEAT Kelani says not fined by Customs Department

People’s Bank and Hayleys Solar partner to accelerate Sri Lanka’s shift towards sustainable energy

Suresh de Mel appointed as Chairman of Citrus Leisure Group companies

Mithila Wegapitiya new CEO at Laugfs Power Plc.

Singapore’s ICA experts to visit Sri Lanka to study immigration operations

China to support digital education transformation

State Minister Amunugama leads Sri Lankan delegation to Germany’s ‘Hannover Messe’

Good Life X unveils rebranding strategy at 6th anniversary celebration

Ex-Hutchison’s Thirukumar Nadarasa joins Softlogic Holdings Board

Hayleys powers Texlan Centre with landmark commercial solar installation

IFC Regional VP for Asia Pacific signals support for Sri Lanka’s reforms and growth

Awareness session in Bangkok on Sri Lanka-Thailand FTA and investment opportunities

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Diana accuses Sajith of orchestrating grand conspiracy against her

Second Sri Lanka – UK Strategic Dialogue held in Colombo

Kamikawa meets Japanese nationals and business representatives in Sri Lanka

CoA grants two-week window for objections in Hirunika contempt case

SJB’s Mujibur to replace Diana

Govt. appoints 2,100 new Grama Niladhari officials

Ex-NMRA chief arrested by CID, grilled for over 10 hours

TISL challenges appointment of CIABOC Director General in Supreme Court

SLFP leadership legal battle continues as CoA rejects Wijeydasa’s petition

Lalkantha drops bombshell with village rule announcement

Harin denies resignation rumours amid visa fee controversy in Cabinet

Alles denies allegations of VFS Global’s election contribution

VFS Global statement on Sri Lanka E-Visa

Dept. of Immigration and Emigration Chief makes public rationale for working with VFS Global

Govt. kicks off revolutionary move of granting free land rights to citizens

Ferry service between India and Sri Lanka set to resume on 13 May

Second meeting of Sri Lanka-UK strategic dialogue in Colombo tomorrow

IUSF condemns repression and arrests of US university students

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President says his task to restore Sri Lanka’s economy is nearing its end

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President says his task to restore Sri Lanka’s economy is nearing its end

Sri Lanka Army and Indian High Commission launch artificial limb manufacturing program

Sri Lanka targets June deadline for foreign debt restructuring, aims to Cut $17 billion burden

Government defends outsourcing of visa processing amid criticism

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Seven reasons why I would not vote for a socialist utopia

Sri Lankan elections and an Indian Ocean tug-of-war

Revitalising Sri Lanka’s future: Path forward with export-oriented manufacturing economy

Widening gap between rhetoric and reality

Post-May Day political balance and scenarios

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