Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:00

Iran reaffirms support to Sri Lanka via landmark presidential visit

In an internationally widely observed and landmark visit to Sri Lanka, the Iranian President Dr. Ibrahim Raisi yesterday renewed his country’s furth ..

Sri Lanka, Iran ink five agreements to strengthen bilateral ties

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:30

Iran and Sri Lanka yesterday signed five Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), aimed at bolstering bilateral relations between the two countries. ..

Sajith in P’ment confirms bid for presidency

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:26

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday revealed in Parliament that he intends to contest the upcoming Presidential Election. The leader of Sama ..

FITIS welcomes National Digital Economy Strategy

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:22

The Federation of Information Technology Industry Sri Lanka (FITIS) yesterday welcomed the launch of National Digital Economy Strategy. ..

International Industry Expo 2024 in June

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:20

In anticipation of the upcoming industry exhibition, the “International Industry Expo 2024”, excitement is building as less than two months are le ..

Sri Lanka, Iran ties get big boost with President Raisi’s visit today

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:34

In a significant boost to bilateral ties the Islamic Republic of Iran President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi, is due today in Sri Lanka to further consolidate st ..

Tourism industry veteran Prema Cooray no more

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:30

Highly respected tourism industry veteran Prema Cooray passed away yesterday after a brief illness at a private hospital. Cooray has a distinguishe ..

Notice issued to Hirunika to appear before Court of Appeal over contempt in case filed by Jamaldeen

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:26

Former Member of Parliament Hirunika Premachandra has been issued notice in respect of a contempt of court matter. The bench of the Honorable Court o ..

Amana Bank moots share consolidation

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:20

Amana Bank PLC has proposed a share consolidation with no change to its stated capital. The Bank’s Board of Directors last week resolved to consoli ..

SL’s LGBTQ champion Rosanna in TIME mag’s 100 Most Influential People of 2024 list

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 01:22

Sri Lanka’s LGBTQ champion Rosanna Flamer-Caldera has been listed among the popular TIME magazine’s “The 100 Most Influential People of 2024.” ..

Foreign Ministry confirms Iranian President’s visit

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 01:20

Foreign Ministry confirmed that the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr. Ebrahim Raisi is scheduled to make an official bilateral visit to Sr ..

Pro-China party led by Muizzu wins by landslide

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 01:18

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu’s party has won a landslide victory in a Parliamentary election, cementing his grip on power. ..

Indo-Lanka joint initiative rolls out ‘Sri Ramayan Trails’ with state-of-the-art technology, travel features

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 01:16

A historic milestone in the Indo-Sri Lankan cultural and religious bond was marked on Sunday with the official launch of the ‘Sri Ramayan Trails’ ..

Sri Lanka to miss Budget revenue target for 33rd year running in 2024

Monday, 22 April 2024 00:28

Sri Lanka is projected to fall short of its Budget target on revenue to GDP (gross domestic product) for the 33rd consecutive year in 2024, according ..

Five years on Cardinal Ranjith renews broadside against Easter Sunday attacks culprits

Monday, 22 April 2024 00:24

By Maneshka Borham Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith yesterday launched a scathing attack against former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa du ..

Global economic growth set to slow to 2.6% in 2024: UNCTAD

Monday, 22 April 2024 00:20

The UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) forecasts global economic growth to slow to 2.6% in 2024, just above the 2.5% threshold commonly associated with ..

US report says SL failed to take action against HR violators

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:28

The latest 2023 Country Report on Human Rights Practices released by the US Department of State has highlighted the Sri Lankan Government’s failure ..

Sri Lanka Tea Board Chief remains optimistic despite 1Q setback

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:24

Despite the temporary setback in tea production in the first quarter, due to the dry weather and low fertiliser application by smallholders in Q1, the ..

SLASSCOM applauds National Digital Economy Strategy; confident it will pave way for inclusive growth

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:21

The SLASSCOM yesterday applauded the launch of National Economy Strategy and expressed confidence it will pave the way for inclusive growth. It said ..

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo welcomes Nazoomi Azhar as new General Manager

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:00

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo yesterday announced it has welcomed a new era of leadership with the appointment of Nazoomi Azhar as its new General Manager ..

Harin assures re-implementation of single-entry, 30-day visa from 1 May

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:32

By Charumini de Silva Tourism Minister Harin Fernando yesterday revealed plans to amend the recently implemented visa procedures, allowing tourists t ..

Modi’s Muslim remarks spark ‘hate speech’ accusations as India’s mammoth election deepens divides

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:28

CNN: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been accused of delivering Islamophobic remarks during an election rally Sunday, triggering widespread ..

Sajith questions NPP reluctance to hold debate between party economic councils

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:24

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday questioned the National People’s Power (NPP) party’s seeming reluctance to hold a d ..

Government revenue collection in 1Q outperforms target by 6% to net Rs. 834 b

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 01:23

State Minister of Finance Ranjith Siyam-balapitiya announced yesterday that the Government has surpassed its expected reven ..

Dr. Charitha Herath raises concerns on newly gazetted Electricity Bill

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 01:21

Kanchana accuses JVP of hindering CEB’s development, major power projects

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 01:19

Claims JVP’s actions led to significant losses to CEB, economy Points to annual loss of Rs. 9 b due to suspension of Uma Oya multi-purpose developm ..

People’s Bank facilitates over 17 m transactions worth over Rs. 568 b in Avurudu Season

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 01:17

People’s Bank announced yesterday that it facilitated over 17 million transactions valued at over Rs. 568 billion during the Avurudu season between ..

Tourism surges with over 100,000 arrivals in first 20 days of April

Monday, 22 April 2024 00:30

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is witnessing a remarkable surge, with the country welcoming over 100,000 tourists in the initial 20 days of April, set ..

Tiran calls for collective effort in Easter Sunday attacks probe

Monday, 22 April 2024 00:26

Public Security Minister Tiran Alles yesterday called on the Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith and the Catholic Committee to collaborativ ..

Galadari announces $ 20 m funding source for refurbishment

Monday, 22 April 2024 00:22

Galadari Hotels (Lanka) PLC shareholders have approved the obtaining of a $ 20 million loan for the refurbishment of the 196-room facility in Colombo. ..

Govt. and Sinopec to sign deal on $ 4.5 b refinery by June: Minister

Saturday, 20 April 2024 00:21

Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera expressed optimism yesterday regarding potential developments with Sinopec, aiming for a comprehensive a ..

Sri Lanka, Iran ink five agreements to strengthen bilateral ties

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:30

Iran and Sri Lanka yesterday signed five Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), aimed at bolstering bilateral relations between the two countries. ..

US report says SL failed to take action against HR violators

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:28

The latest 2023 Country Report on Human Rights Practices released by the US Department of State has highlighted the Sri Lankan Government’s failure ..

Sajith in P’ment confirms bid for presidency

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:26

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday revealed in Parliament that he intends to contest the upcoming Presidential Election. The leader of Sama ..

Sri Lanka Tea Board Chief remains optimistic despite 1Q setback

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:24

Despite the temporary setback in tea production in the first quarter, due to the dry weather and low fertiliser application by smallholders in Q1, the ..

FITIS welcomes National Digital Economy Strategy

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:22

The Federation of Information Technology Industry Sri Lanka (FITIS) yesterday welcomed the launch of National Digital Economy Strategy. ..

SLASSCOM applauds National Digital Economy Strategy; confident it will pave way for inclusive growth

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:21

The SLASSCOM yesterday applauded the launch of National Economy Strategy and expressed confidence it will pave the way for inclusive growth. It said ..

International Industry Expo 2024 in June

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:20

In anticipation of the upcoming industry exhibition, the “International Industry Expo 2024”, excitement is building as less than two months are le ..

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo welcomes Nazoomi Azhar as new General Manager

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:00

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo yesterday announced it has welcomed a new era of leadership with the appointment of Nazoomi Azhar as its new General Manager ..

Sri Lanka, Iran ties get big boost with President Raisi’s visit today

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:34

In a significant boost to bilateral ties the Islamic Republic of Iran President Dr. Ebrahim Raisi, is due today in Sri Lanka to further consolidate st ..

Harin assures re-implementation of single-entry, 30-day visa from 1 May

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:32

By Charumini de Silva Tourism Minister Harin Fernando yesterday revealed plans to amend the recently implemented visa procedures, allowing tourists t ..

Tourism industry veteran Prema Cooray no more

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:30

Highly respected tourism industry veteran Prema Cooray passed away yesterday after a brief illness at a private hospital. Cooray has a distinguishe ..

Modi’s Muslim remarks spark ‘hate speech’ accusations as India’s mammoth election deepens divides

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:28

CNN: India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been accused of delivering Islamophobic remarks during an election rally Sunday, triggering widespread ..

Notice issued to Hirunika to appear before Court of Appeal over contempt in case filed by Jamaldeen

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:26

Former Member of Parliament Hirunika Premachandra has been issued notice in respect of a contempt of court matter. The bench of the Honorable Court o ..

Sajith questions NPP reluctance to hold debate between party economic councils

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:24

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday questioned the National People’s Power (NPP) party’s seeming reluctance to hold a d ..

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Public Security Minister encourages Police: ’Do not hesitate to use weapons, in pursuit of law enforcement’

Thursday, 25 April 2024 22:41

In a rallying call to law enforcement, Public Security Minister Tiran Alles emphasised the imperative of eliminating criminals from the nation’s str ..

Uma Oya project inaugurated; 290 GWh to be contributed to National Grid

Thursday, 25 April 2024 15:01

Electricity Reforms Bill presented to Parliament

Thursday, 25 April 2024 12:26

Mini CARAT – 2024 begins in Sampoor

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 16:14

Iranian President arrives in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 16:07

School nutrition: fortified rice distribution initiative commences

Friday, 19 April 2024 21:11

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Harvard Asia Pacific Regional Conference successfully concludes in Colombo

Thursday, 11 April 2024 00:00

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Friday, 5 April 2024 00:00

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Monday, 10 April 2023 15:57

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Telin and Dialog Axiata ink strategic partnership to manage international voice and SMS termination

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:06

Falckon Health marks 5th Anniversary celebrating impressive milestones and next phase of growth

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:04

iTelaSoft QA Team achieves ISTQB Platinum Partnership: A testament to excellence

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:02

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MMCA Sri Lanka adds art to the classroom

Saturday, 20 April 2024 00:02

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) particularly focuses on educational initiatives for various target groups across ..

‘Japlan Shades and Styles’ takes world of beauty to new heights

Saturday, 20 April 2024 00:01

Maestro Ilaiyaraja’s musical extravaganza hits Colombo this weekend

Saturday, 20 April 2024 00:00

Opinion and Issues

Palitha of Pasdun Korale was a “Hitha Honda Chandiya”

Friday, 26 April 2024 00:30

In life, he was a controversial character who was mostly in the news for the wrong reasons. He was a Parliamentarian who brandished a knife against a ..

Revival of Premadasaism: The way forward for Sri Lanka

Friday, 26 April 2024 00:10

Cardinal Ranjith the new political messiah

Friday, 26 April 2024 00:05

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Commitment to market-oriented economic policies is necessary

Friday, 26 April 2024 00:00

One month ago, the founder of the SLPP, Basil Rajapaksa in an interview with News 1st expressed his opposition to the privatisation of SOEs despite Pr ..

Getting modalities right for SJB/NPP debate crucial

Thursday, 25 April 2024 00:00

Leaving the shores en masse

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 00:00

Uma Oya, a symbol of Iran-Sri Lanka relations

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 00:35

A day of infamy

Monday, 22 April 2024 00:00

More checks needed to curb unfair pricing of food

Saturday, 20 April 2024 00:00

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

Elephant House Sausages takes legendary Sri Lankan taste to Australia

Inaugural CPA Australia Appreciation Event

Prime Residencies breaks ground and launches Phase II of ‘The Colombo Border’

CEAT’s 7th premium ‘SIS’ outlet in Sri Lanka opens in Kurunegala

BOI felicitates Brandix as Outstanding Exporter

Chamber of Marine Industries of Sri Lanka signs MoU with Singapore Boating Industry Association

Nawaloka Hospitals wins Merit award at Best Management Practices Company Awards 2024

Omega Line honoured as ‘Most Outstanding Exporter – Merchandise’ at the 45th Anniversary of BOI Sri Lanka

Exploring FDI and export potential of Sri Lanka under the new normal

Rising from the Rubble: Sri Lanka’s economy roars back to life – fact or fiction?

Daintee celebrates four decades of sweet success

SLASSCOM successfully concludes People Summit 2024

John Keells Properties hosts Union Bank customers at ‘Viman’ Ja-Ela model apartment

Hayleys Solar records double win at SLIM Brand Excellence

Westbury Suites succeeds in resurrecting halted Campbell Avenue project

WUSC holds first entrepreneurial ecosystem convening and knowledge sharing in Colombo, Jaffna

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers announces Illuminate ’24

Huawei announces several initiatives for 2024 at Huawei Talent Summit

Browns signs pioneering Industrial Digitalisation MoU with Sri Jayewardenepura Uni.

Aitken Spence Hotels: Top 5 in LMD’s Most Awarded Hall of Fame, leading hospitality sector

HVA Foods strengthens leadership team

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SJB and NPP to meet for public debate date finalisation

Tilvin expresses doubts on Premadasa’s participation in public debate

Interim injunction issued against Wijeyadasa’s SLFP Acting Chairmanship

Pakistan High Commission mourns demise of Ifthikar Aziz

Court of Appeal summons Hajj Committee for contempt of court

International Industry Expo 2024 in June

Moragoda designated as Honorary Senior Fellow of National University of Singapore’s ISAS

Imported milk powder gets cheaper

Bridging perspectives and inspiring change – SLMUN 17th session

Electricity Users Association files complaint with HRCSL against Electricity Bill

Citizen’s movement calls for Rs. 50 m compensation over new Electricity Bill

Power and Energy Minister expresses gratitude to Iran for Uma Oya multi-purpose project

Chinese Communist Party representatives meet AKD

Army appoints investigation panel to probe deadly Fox Hill crash

Intense temperature in SL

Australia and Sri Lanka further strengthen ties with launch of new joint maritime security operation

Rotary project awarded Global Climate Hero Award at COP28

UN rights chief ‘horrified’ by mass grave reports at Gaza hospitals

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Public Security Minister encourages Police: ’Do not hesitate to use weapons, in pursuit of law enforcement’

Uma Oya project inaugurated; 290 GWh to be contributed to National Grid

Electricity Reforms Bill presented to Parliament

Mini CARAT – 2024 begins in Sampoor

Today's Columnists

Palitha of Pasdun Korale was a “Hitha Honda Chandiya”

Revival of Premadasaism: The way forward for Sri Lanka

Cardinal Ranjith the new political messiah

We need a revisionist president, not merely a reformist one

Imposing costs on business; disregarding ability to enforce

Dissecting digital disruption: The imperative of digital literacy for today’s CEOs

Why stories make business sense

Hambantota Port’s container services will make Sri Lanka a key logistics hub in Indian Ocean

Austerity, dispossession and injustice: Facets of the debt crisis in Sri Lanka

Prolonged West Asian instability re-shapes global system

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Public Security Minister encourages Police: ’Do not hesitate to use weapons, in pursuit of law enforcement’

Uma Oya project inaugurated; 290 GWh to be contributed to National Grid

Electricity Reforms Bill presented to Parliament

Mini CARAT – 2024 begins in Sampoor

Today's Columnists

Palitha of Pasdun Korale was a “Hitha Honda Chandiya”

Revival of Premadasaism: The way forward for Sri Lanka

Cardinal Ranjith the new political messiah

We need a revisionist president, not merely a reformist one

Imposing costs on business; disregarding ability to enforce

Dissecting digital disruption: The imperative of digital literacy for today’s CEOs

Why stories make business sense

Hambantota Port’s container services will make Sri Lanka a key logistics hub in Indian Ocean

Austerity, dispossession and injustice: Facets of the debt crisis in Sri Lanka

Prolonged West Asian instability re-shapes global system

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