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Traffic Police: It’s time you moved away from ‘white line’ fixation

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 00:07

Reform first — growth will follow

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 00:01

EUDR: What is it and what are its implications?

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:26

Muslim politics and culture: Disturbing symbiosis

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:20

More than merely messiahs – viz: is the era and ethos of ‘strongman’ governments gone for good? (2/4)

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:10

How ‘noble’ is Trump for a Nobel?

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:09

Tamil actor Vijay and the cinematic politics of “Dravidian” Tamil Nadu

Friday, 10 October 2025 05:41

CEB at the Crossroads: Reform Reversed, Financing Jeopardized

Friday, 10 October 2025 05:29

Turning disaster into opportunity

Friday, 10 October 2025 05:25

Creating Customer Experience: Importance of ‘Employee Engagement’

Friday, 10 October 2025 00:01

SWRD to AKD: From mastery to marginality in foreign policy

Thursday, 9 October 2025 05:31

Adopted without a vote in Geneva: Inept at the international

Thursday, 9 October 2025 04:08

Creating Customer Experience: ‘Can modern business still feel human?’

Thursday, 9 October 2025 00:24

Sustaining transformative growth in Sri Lanka 2025-2030

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 00:30

Licence for indiscipline? Perils of Sri Lanka’s new child rights agenda

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 00:28

Digital decency

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 00:26

Leading with authenticity and accountability: Insights and impacts

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 00:24

Paradigm shift needed in economic thinking, policies and strategy

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 00:22

Creating customer experience: ‘From satisfaction to loyalty - The new metrics that matter’

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 00:20

Beyond the billion-dollar myth: Why Sri Lanka’s business narrative needs reimagining

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 00:20

Deutsche Bank says SL at turning point; will step up support

Germany’s multinational financial services giant Deutsche Bank last week said with macroeconomic indicators improving Sri Lanka is at a turning poin ..

Moody’s flags SL’s weak revenue risks, external funding reliance

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:48

Moody’s Ratings said Sri Lanka’s macroeconomic recovery remains broadly on track, supported by fiscal reforms, a rebound in tourism and stronger r ..

LAUGFS suspends Dubai operations, to appeal US sanctions listing

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:45

LAUGFS Gas PLC yesterday said it has suspended operations of its Dubai-based subsidiary Slogal Energy DMCC pending a compliance review after the compa ..

Indian banks can lend in INR in SL, Bhutan, and Nepal

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:39

The Reserve Bank of India has amended regulations allowing Indian banks to extend loans in Indian rupees (INR) to banks and individuals residing in Sr ..

United Petroleum begins dispute proceedings over delayed exit from Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:37

United Petroleum Lanka Ltd. yesterday said it has initiated formal dispute resolution proceedings against the Government of Sri Lanka, citing failure ..

World Elite acquires 50% Gestetner stake for Rs. 318.7 m

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:34

Gestetner of Ceylon PLC yesterday said that Hong Kong-based World Elite Ltd. has acquired a controlling 50.01% stake in the company through trades exe ..

Private sector borrowings pick up in August

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:28

Total private sector borrowings increased to Rs. 226.8 billion in August 2025, the highest monthly figure after Rs. 221 billion in June 2025, resultin ..

CG Corp Global Chairman meets Tourism Minister

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:26

Major Union Bank shareholder, CG Corp Global Chairman Dr. Binod K. Chaudhary (second from left), who is also a leading investor in several tourism-rel ..

PLC in scrip dividend, lists 55.5 m new shares

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:25

People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC) yesterday listed over 55.4 million new ordinary voting shares following a scrip dividend. The company reported ..

Workers’ remittances remain robust

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:23

Sri Lanka’s workers’ remittances surged to $ 695.7 million in September, marking the third highest monthly inflow so far in 2025, according to the ..

SL slides in global fraud ranking

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:20

Sri Lanka has fallen sharply to being ranked among the five most vulnerable countries in the Asia-Pacific region for fraud exposure, according to the ..

Harini to attend China “Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women”

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:57

At the invitation of the Government of the People’s Republic of China, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya is scheduled to visit China from 12-15 ..

SLBFE busts major foreign job scandals over Rs. 34.9 m

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:56

The Special Investigation Unit of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has arrested several suspects involved in large-scale scams that ..

Sri Lanka welcomes initial phase of Gaza peace agreement

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:55

Sri Lanka yesterday welcomed the initial phase of the agreement for peace in Gaza and emphasises the critical need for comprehensive and lasting peace ..

Venezuela’s Maria Corina Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:53

The Nobel Peace Prize for 2025 has been awarded at the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo to Venezuelan Opposition Politician Maria Corina Machado. ..

CSE ends week on green

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:52

The Colombo stock market ended the four-day week in green yesterday on persistently buoyant investor sentiment. During the week, the ASPI gained 1.01 ..

President urges plantation companies to increase worker wages

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:46

President Anura Kumara Disanayake held discussions yesterday with representatives of plantation companies regarding the proposed increase in estate wo ..

New Finance and Economic Development Deputy Ministers resume duties

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:41

Anil Jayantha Fernando and U.D. Nishantha Jayaweera assumed duties yesterday as Finance and Planning Deputy Minister and Economic Development Deputy M ..

Bangladesh waives VAT on local supplies to boost export competitiveness

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:38

As Sri Lanka’s exporters face disruption from the removal of the Simplified VAT (SVAT) scheme here at home, competitor Bangladesh has moved in the o ..

‘Value-Based Banking’ GABV Asia-Pacific Chapter Meeting 2025 in Colombo

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:35

The Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV) will host its Asia-Pacific Chapter Meeting 2025 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 15 to 16 October, bringin ..

AKD says Rs. 1,750 daily wage for plantation workers by year-end

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:30

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday said the daily wage of plantation workers will be increased to Rs. 1,750 before the end of this year. He ..

LMD 100 recognises Hayleys as Sri Lanka’s leading listed corporate for 2024/25

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:27

Hayleys PLC has been ranked as Sri Lanka’s leading listed corporate in the 32nd edition of the LMD 100, securing the no. 1 position for the 10th tim ..

NDB Wealth Growth Fund delivers over 170% return since 2023

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:26

The NDB Wealth Growth Fund said it has once again showcased its ability to deliver consistent and market-leading performance, posting an impressive ye ..

Sept. tourism earnings trail expectations despite record arrivals

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:24

Despite welcoming a record number of visitors in September 2025, Sri Lanka’s tourism industry fell short of revenue expectations, reflecting persist ..

Official reserves inch up in Sept. to $ 6.24 b

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:22

Official reserve assets inched upward to $ 6.24 billion as of end September 2025, after stagnating at $ 6.1 billion the previous two months. Accordin ..

Three new Ministers, 10 Deputies in pre-Budget Cabinet reshuffle

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:58

A Cabinet reshuffle took place yesterday with President Anura Kumara Disanayake appointing three new Ministers and 10 new Deputy Ministers in a move a ..

SriLankan, Saudia expand interline partnership, boost connectivity

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:57

SriLankan Airlines and Saudia Airlines have renewed and expanded their interline agreement, strengthening the long-standing partnership between the tw ..

Shanakiyan urges Govt. to prioritise North, East development

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:55

Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Parliamentarian Shanakiyan Rasamanickam yesterday urged the Government to focus on developing the Northern and Eastern P ..

The Sri Lankan Army celebrated its 76th anniversary in Colombo on 10 October

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:54

The Sri Lankan Army celebrated its 76th anniversary in Colombo on 10 October, with Army Commander Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo as the Chief Gue ..

Greek Bond case against ex-CBSL chief postponed to Dec.

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:52

The Colombo High Court yesterday fixed for 17 December 2025 the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIAB ..

Resplendent Ceylon properties earn 2025 Michelin Keys

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:51

The 2025 Michelin Key distinctions, recognising the world’s leading hotels for exceptional hospitality, have been announced, with all three properti ..

Moody’s flags SL’s weak revenue risks, external funding reliance

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:48

Moody’s Ratings said Sri Lanka’s macroeconomic recovery remains broadly on track, supported by fiscal reforms, a rebound in tourism and stronger r ..

President urges plantation companies to increase worker wages

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:46

President Anura Kumara Disanayake held discussions yesterday with representatives of plantation companies regarding the proposed increase in estate wo ..

LAUGFS suspends Dubai operations, to appeal US sanctions listing

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:45

LAUGFS Gas PLC yesterday said it has suspended operations of its Dubai-based subsidiary Slogal Energy DMCC pending a compliance review after the compa ..

New Finance and Economic Development Deputy Ministers resume duties

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:41

Anil Jayantha Fernando and U.D. Nishantha Jayaweera assumed duties yesterday as Finance and Planning Deputy Minister and Economic Development Deputy M ..

Indian banks can lend in INR in SL, Bhutan, and Nepal

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:39

The Reserve Bank of India has amended regulations allowing Indian banks to extend loans in Indian rupees (INR) to banks and individuals residing in Sr ..

Bangladesh waives VAT on local supplies to boost export competitiveness

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:38

As Sri Lanka’s exporters face disruption from the removal of the Simplified VAT (SVAT) scheme here at home, competitor Bangladesh has moved in the o ..

United Petroleum begins dispute proceedings over delayed exit from Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:37

United Petroleum Lanka Ltd. yesterday said it has initiated formal dispute resolution proceedings against the Government of Sri Lanka, citing failure ..

‘Value-Based Banking’ GABV Asia-Pacific Chapter Meeting 2025 in Colombo

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:35

The Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV) will host its Asia-Pacific Chapter Meeting 2025 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 15 to 16 October, bringin ..

World Elite acquires 50% Gestetner stake for Rs. 318.7 m

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 02:34

Gestetner of Ceylon PLC yesterday said that Hong Kong-based World Elite Ltd. has acquired a controlling 50.01% stake in the company through trades exe ..

AKD says Rs. 1,750 daily wage for plantation workers by year-end

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:30

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday said the daily wage of plantation workers will be increased to Rs. 1,750 before the end of this year. He ..

Private sector borrowings pick up in August

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:28

Total private sector borrowings increased to Rs. 226.8 billion in August 2025, the highest monthly figure after Rs. 221 billion in June 2025, resultin ..

LMD 100 recognises Hayleys as Sri Lanka’s leading listed corporate for 2024/25

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:27

Hayleys PLC has been ranked as Sri Lanka’s leading listed corporate in the 32nd edition of the LMD 100, securing the no. 1 position for the 10th tim ..

CG Corp Global Chairman meets Tourism Minister

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:26

Major Union Bank shareholder, CG Corp Global Chairman Dr. Binod K. Chaudhary (second from left), who is also a leading investor in several tourism-rel ..

NDB Wealth Growth Fund delivers over 170% return since 2023

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:26

The NDB Wealth Growth Fund said it has once again showcased its ability to deliver consistent and market-leading performance, posting an impressive ye ..

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WHO chief arrives in Sri Lanka for regional health summit

Monday, 13 October 2025 11:10

National programme launched to address human-elephant conflict in Puttalam

Saturday, 11 October 2025 19:32

Army marks 76th anniversary with tribute to fallen heroes

Friday, 10 October 2025 12:30

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Thursday, 9 October 2025 18:56

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Thursday, 9 October 2025 05:38

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Monday, 13 October 2025 00:06

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Monday, 13 October 2025 00:02

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Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:03

Cinnamon Grand Colombo marked the official start of the holiday season with its much-anticipated annual cake mixing ceremony, held in the grandeur of ..

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Traffic Police: It’s time you moved away from ‘white line’ fixation

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 00:07

Here’s a note of caution to all fellow motorists driving on A6 towards Dambulla. There’s a permanent Police Post located between Melsiripura and B ..

Reform first — growth will follow

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 00:01

EUDR: What is it and what are its implications?

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:26

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Ending scourge of corporal punishment

Tuesday, 14 October 2025 00:05

The Government’s recent decision to approve an amendment to the Penal Code that seeks to prohibit corporal punishment in all settings is a monumenta ..

Sri Lanka’s lost opportunity at UN Human Rights Council

Monday, 13 October 2025 00:00

Misuse of prescription medicines and skin lightening products

Saturday, 11 October 2025 00:00

Wiping out corruption is no easy task

Friday, 10 October 2025 05:11

Sri Lanka going round in circles over human rights

Thursday, 9 October 2025 05:06

Impressive budgetary gains

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 00:00

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Building trust in digital age: Sri Lanka’s roadmap to cybersecurity and data privacy

Wednesday, 16 July 2025 00:00

The first ever full-day Data Privacy and Protection Summit organised by the Daily FT in collaboration with CICRA Holdings Ltd., was held recently at ..

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Monday, 16 June 2025 02:35

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Bairaha marks 50 years of leadership in Sri Lanka’s poultry industry

PE veteran Nissanka Weerasekera joins Lanka Ventures, LVL Energy Fund Boards

Coca-Cola appoints Mario Perera as Country Head for Sri Lanka and Maldives

Masterclass on cargo insurance by Shippers’ Academy Colombo

WindForce announces another 10 MW wind project

Vidullanka clinches Gold, Silver and Bronze at Taiki Akimoto 5S Awards 2025

JF Packaging IPO Investor Forum on 21 October

Abans Group Director Dr. Dubash honoured with Visionary Leadership Award

New Companies Act requires full disclosure of beneficial owners amidst enforcement challenges

From homegrown talent to international diplomacy: CA Sri Lanka’s 46th National Conference concludes on inspiring note

Health Minister visits LAUGFS Life Sciences’ state-of-the-art LVP pharmaceutical facility

Java Lounge bags four awards at Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year 2025

EngEx 2025 powered by SLT-MOBITEL celebrates nurturing next generation of engineers and innovators

Global architects gather in Colombo for AIA International Conference 2025

New Deputy Secretary at General Treasury

Colombo Land appoints Ruchira Withana to Board

LAUGFS Power appoints Russell De Zilva as CEO

DiabSense wins Venture Engine 2025, AGC Innovate and Spectrify AI named runners-up

CA Sri Lanka President says higher growth outweighs Macro-Linked Bonds risk

SOEs under Industries Ministry contribute Rs. 757.4 m in dividends to Treasury

E.B. Creasy invests another Rs. 400 m in Lanka Special Steels

CA Sri Lanka’s 46th National Conference kicks off to spark global-local synergy

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Traffic Police: It’s time you moved away from ‘white line’ fixation

Reform first — growth will follow

EUDR: What is it and what are its implications?

Muslim politics and culture: Disturbing symbiosis

More than merely messiahs – viz: is the era and ethos of ‘strongman’ governments gone for good? (2/4)

How ‘noble’ is Trump for a Nobel?

Tamil actor Vijay and the cinematic politics of “Dravidian” Tamil Nadu

CEB at the Crossroads: Reform Reversed, Financing Jeopardized

Turning disaster into opportunity

Creating Customer Experience: Importance of ‘Employee Engagement’

SWRD to AKD: From mastery to marginality in foreign policy

Adopted without a vote in Geneva: Inept at the international

Creating Customer Experience: ‘Can modern business still feel human?’

Sustaining transformative growth in Sri Lanka 2025-2030

Licence for indiscipline? Perils of Sri Lanka’s new child rights agenda

Digital decency

Leading with authenticity and accountability: Insights and impacts

Paradigm shift needed in economic thinking, policies and strategy

Creating customer experience: ‘From satisfaction to loyalty - The new metrics that matter’

Beyond the billion-dollar myth: Why Sri Lanka’s business narrative needs reimagining

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Global architects gather in Colombo for AIA International Conference 2025

LMD 100 recognises Hayleys as Sri Lanka’s leading listed corporate for 2024/25

HNB joins global lenders to back $ 1 b syndicated term loan

Sanken awarded Rs. 3 b contract for Ratmalana Airport complex

New Companies Act requires full disclosure of beneficial owners amidst enforcement challenges

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Bairaha marks 50 years of leadership in Sri Lanka’s poultry industry

PE veteran Nissanka Weerasekera joins Lanka Ventures, LVL Energy Fund Boards

Coca-Cola appoints Mario Perera as Country Head for Sri Lanka and Maldives

Masterclass on cargo insurance by Shippers’ Academy Colombo

WindForce announces another 10 MW wind project

Vidullanka clinches Gold, Silver and Bronze at Taiki Akimoto 5S Awards 2025

JF Packaging IPO Investor Forum on 21 October

Abans Group Director Dr. Dubash honoured with Visionary Leadership Award

New Companies Act requires full disclosure of beneficial owners amidst enforcement challenges

From homegrown talent to international diplomacy: CA Sri Lanka’s 46th National Conference concludes on inspiring note

Health Minister visits LAUGFS Life Sciences’ state-of-the-art LVP pharmaceutical facility

Java Lounge bags four awards at Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year 2025

EngEx 2025 powered by SLT-MOBITEL celebrates nurturing next generation of engineers and innovators

Global architects gather in Colombo for AIA International Conference 2025

New Deputy Secretary at General Treasury

Colombo Land appoints Ruchira Withana to Board

LAUGFS Power appoints Russell De Zilva as CEO

DiabSense wins Venture Engine 2025, AGC Innovate and Spectrify AI named runners-up

CA Sri Lanka President says higher growth outweighs Macro-Linked Bonds risk

SOEs under Industries Ministry contribute Rs. 757.4 m in dividends to Treasury

E.B. Creasy invests another Rs. 400 m in Lanka Special Steels

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