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Enforcement delay: A test of credibility for Sri Lanka’s tourism regulator

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:28

The battle for critical minerals: Breaking China’s rare earth grip

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:26

Arab regimes: Vassal states of Greater Israel

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:26

Those who forget the past are destined to revisit it

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:24

A dying imperialism

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:22

Schools Rugby 2026 haven for dejected cricket fans

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:20

Understanding and adjusting to a war that’s both far and near

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:20

Great Satan, AKD’s failure, PC roadblock, Easter massacre, and rising Reds

Thursday, 5 March 2026 02:45

The usual suspects, the usual stupidity

Thursday, 5 March 2026 02:37

From Saddam to Khamenei: Murder and martyrdom

Thursday, 5 March 2026 02:30

When two chokepoints close at once: The commercial impact for shipping, energy, and South Asia

Thursday, 5 March 2026 00:21

When sea lanes become uncertain: Maritime security risks in Indian Ocean

Thursday, 5 March 2026 00:16

The decapitation paradox: Why leadership assassination cannot collapse distributed sovereignty

Thursday, 5 March 2026 00:06

Tax policy, administration, and erosion of public trust

Thursday, 5 March 2026 00:00

Axis of criminal idiocy

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:40

The “Northern Gateway” initiative: A multi-year blueprint for regional integration

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:24

The pattern nobody is talking about: Oil, regime change, and the Indian Ocean

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:22

Implications for Sri Lanka and South Asia from the Middle East crisis

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:20

Cricket in crisis: What Sri Lanka’s Boardrooms see in the mirror

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:16

The war on Iran: A stress test for Sri Lanka’s tourism model

Tuesday, 3 March 2026 05:49

Govt. beats fiscal expectations in 2025

Sri Lanka’s fiscal position strengthened markedly in 2025, with the Government recording a primary surplus of Rs. 1,776.3 billion, more than 2.7 tim ..

Sri Lanka to maintain neutral stance amid Mideast conflict: President

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:28

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday said Sri Lanka will adhere to a neutral foreign policy position in response to the ongoing regional confl ..

Insurers settle over 23% of Ditwah-related claims; payouts reach Rs. 13.3 b

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:25

Insurance companies have paid Rs. 13,344.9 million in claims related to Cyclone Ditwah, settling about 23% of the estimated insured losses reported so ..

Unilever Sri Lanka Chairman Ali Tariq to take on cluster leadership

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:24

In addition to his ongoing role as Chairman and CEO of Unilever Sri Lanka, Unilever has announced Ali Tariq’s appointment as Cluster Head for its gr ..

Ericsson signs agreement with Dialog Axiata to deploy 5G RAN in Sri Lanka

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:23

Ericsson has signed an agreement with Dialog Axiata PLC to deploy its 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) across Sri Lanka. Announced at the 2026 Mobile W ..

Govt. outlines Rs. 46.7 b oil storage expansion drive amid global supply uncertainty

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:21

By Charumini de Silva The Government has embarked on a major three-year initiative to expand its fuel storage capacity and strengthen petroleum infra ..

President reviews economic risks and safety measures amid Middle East conflict

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:33

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday convened a series of high-level discussions at the Presidential Secretariat to review the potential econo ..

Norway urges rule of law, investment climate reforms to unlock stronger bilateral partnership

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:27

Norway State Secretary/Deputy Foreign Minister Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik signalled a push for a “modern, forward-looking” partnership with Sri Lank ..

Govt. to scrap cess on 2,634 imports in four-year reform push

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:25

Sajith urges Govt. to condemn attack on Iran, cites UN Charter violations

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:30

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday in Parliament said the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) would denounce the recent strike on Iran and called o ..

Iran death toll reaches 787

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:26

The death toll from US-Israeli attacks across Iran has risen to 787, state media reported, citing the Iranian Red Crescent, which said over 500 locati ..

Middle East tensions hit CSE, ends down 5.4% in biggest single-day drop

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:24

Escalating conflict in the Middle East sent shockwaves through the Colombo ‘stock’ market yesterday, with panic selling at the open dragging indic ..

Middle East tensions jolt Bond yields and Rupee

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:22

Wealth Trust Securities said the secondary Bond market began the week with yields spiking sharply in early trade, reflecting an immediate reaction to ..

Oil prices extend gains on Middle East tensions

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:20

Oil prices moved higher Tuesday, building on the previous session’s sharp rally, as escalating tensions in the Middle East and fresh threats to ship ..

Gulf turmoil will stress-test Sri Lanka’s economic resilience – MTI

Tuesday, 3 March 2026 05:42

Commenting from Bahrain, MTI Consulting CEO Hilmy Cader has cautioned that the Sri Lankan economy could be stress-tested as the war in the Gulf escala ..

Sajith calls for urgent meeting of Opposition MPs on Middle East crisis

Tuesday, 3 March 2026 03:47

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has convened an urgent meeting with all Opposition party leaders and MPs to discuss the escalating conflict in the ..

CDS accounts on the rise; cross 1 m mark

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:26

Central Depository Systems Ltd., (CDS), a subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), has reached a milestone as total registered accounts surpass ..

Hardy buys 7% in Softlogic Finance for Rs. 325 m; company returns to Main Board

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:25

Young investor Hardy Jamaldeen has acquired around a 7% stake in Softlogic Finance PLC from parent Softlogic Capital PLC for over Rs. 325 million. As ..

TISL warns superficial amendments fail to meet SC determination in newly passed Microfinance Law

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:24

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday expressed serious concern following the passage in Parliament on Wednesday of the Microfinance a ..

Govt. explores oil procurements from Africa and US

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:22

The Government is also exploring alternative short-term sources for crude oil and refined petroleum products, against the backdrop of escalating unres ..

Over 275 Lankans killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine war

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:20

A report by Himal Southasian has revealed that Ukraine-compiled data show the number of Sri Lankans killed fighting for Russia in the ongoing Russo-Uk ..

Fintrex Finance posts 352% surge in 3Q PAT

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:29

Fintrex Finance PLC has reported an exceptional financial performance for the nine months ended 31 December 2025, recording a year-to-date Profit Afte ..

CBSL approves BOC GM/CEO appointment

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:26

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday said that the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has granted approval for Y.A. Jayathilaka to perform executive functions ..

Marikkar alleges Rs. 8.5 b loss from coal shipments so far

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:24

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP S.M. Marikkar yesterday in Parliament launched a scathing attack on the Government, accusing it of presiding over mass ..

Sri Lanka records highest-ever monthly arrivals in February

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:26

By Charumini de Silva Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has stormed into 2026 with record-breaking momentum, welcoming 279,328 visitors in February, whi ..

Flights to Middle East resume at BIA

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:25

Text and pix by T.K.G. Kapila Flight operations between Sri Lanka and the Middle East resumed yesterday, with the first service departing from Bandar ..

Sri Lanka urged to repeal PTA at UNHRC session

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:23

The Sri Lanka Core Group yesterday urged the repeal of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) and pressed for stronger action on accountability and hum ..

Selective economic opportunities emerge amid Iran war risks

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:21

Escalating tensions following the March 2026 Iran conflict pose near-term risks to Sri Lanka’s inflation trajectory, external balances and financial ..

Amana Bank records best-ever performance in 2025

Tuesday, 3 March 2026 06:46

Amana Bank delivered a landmark year of performance in 2025, with PBT growing by a robust 47% to close at Rs. 4.1 billion while PAT grew by 40% to rea ..

Sri Lanka’s T20I cricket ills

Tuesday, 3 March 2026 04:16

A lot has been said since Sri Lanka’s losses to England and New Zealand in their Super Eight matches that has resulted in their failure to secure a ..

Home Lands announces strategic entry into Port City with iconic high-rise development

Tuesday, 3 March 2026 03:45

Home Lands has secured an over three-acre premium mixed-use land parcel at Port City Colombo in a landmark transaction valued at $ 40.1 million (appro ..

Sri Lanka to maintain neutral stance amid Mideast conflict: President

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:28

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday said Sri Lanka will adhere to a neutral foreign policy position in response to the ongoing regional confl ..

CDS accounts on the rise; cross 1 m mark

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:26

Central Depository Systems Ltd., (CDS), a subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), has reached a milestone as total registered accounts surpass ..

Insurers settle over 23% of Ditwah-related claims; payouts reach Rs. 13.3 b

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:25

Insurance companies have paid Rs. 13,344.9 million in claims related to Cyclone Ditwah, settling about 23% of the estimated insured losses reported so ..

Hardy buys 7% in Softlogic Finance for Rs. 325 m; company returns to Main Board

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:25

Young investor Hardy Jamaldeen has acquired around a 7% stake in Softlogic Finance PLC from parent Softlogic Capital PLC for over Rs. 325 million. As ..

Unilever Sri Lanka Chairman Ali Tariq to take on cluster leadership

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:24

In addition to his ongoing role as Chairman and CEO of Unilever Sri Lanka, Unilever has announced Ali Tariq’s appointment as Cluster Head for its gr ..

TISL warns superficial amendments fail to meet SC determination in newly passed Microfinance Law

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:24

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday expressed serious concern following the passage in Parliament on Wednesday of the Microfinance a ..

Ericsson signs agreement with Dialog Axiata to deploy 5G RAN in Sri Lanka

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:23

Ericsson has signed an agreement with Dialog Axiata PLC to deploy its 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) across Sri Lanka. Announced at the 2026 Mobile W ..

Govt. explores oil procurements from Africa and US

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:22

The Government is also exploring alternative short-term sources for crude oil and refined petroleum products, against the backdrop of escalating unres ..

Govt. outlines Rs. 46.7 b oil storage expansion drive amid global supply uncertainty

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:21

By Charumini de Silva The Government has embarked on a major three-year initiative to expand its fuel storage capacity and strengthen petroleum infra ..

Over 275 Lankans killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine war

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:20

A report by Himal Southasian has revealed that Ukraine-compiled data show the number of Sri Lankans killed fighting for Russia in the ongoing Russo-Uk ..

President reviews economic risks and safety measures amid Middle East conflict

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:33

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday convened a series of high-level discussions at the Presidential Secretariat to review the potential econo ..

Fintrex Finance posts 352% surge in 3Q PAT

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:29

Fintrex Finance PLC has reported an exceptional financial performance for the nine months ended 31 December 2025, recording a year-to-date Profit Afte ..

Norway urges rule of law, investment climate reforms to unlock stronger bilateral partnership

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:27

Norway State Secretary/Deputy Foreign Minister Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik signalled a push for a “modern, forward-looking” partnership with Sri Lank ..

CBSL approves BOC GM/CEO appointment

Thursday, 5 March 2026 05:26

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday said that the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has granted approval for Y.A. Jayathilaka to perform executive functions ..

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EDB hosts CEO forum to drive $36 billion export target by 2030

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 22:48

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Tuesday, 3 March 2026 22:15

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Monday, 2 March 2026 21:16

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Saturday, 28 February 2026 23:40

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Saturday, 28 February 2026 00:24

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Saturday, 14 February 2026 00:00

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HP outlines 5-pillar strategy to enable digital inclusion and growth in Sri Lanka

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:08

Samsung Sri Lanka opens pre-orders for all-new Galaxy S26 Series

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:04

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Friday, 6 March 2026 00:03

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Advertising veteran Keith Jayasekera transpose himself as a storyteller

Saturday, 28 February 2026 00:17

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Saturday, 28 February 2026 00:15

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Saturday, 28 February 2026 00:13

Opinion and Issues

Enforcement delay: A test of credibility for Sri Lanka’s tourism regulator

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:28

On 22 July 2025, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) gave an undertaking before the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka (SC/FR/63/2023) to recr ..

Arab regimes: Vassal states of Greater Israel

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:26

The battle for critical minerals: Breaking China’s rare earth grip

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:26

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Tourism industry faces uncertainty amidst conflict in Middle East

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry witnessed a lavish period during the first two months of the year, driven by the peak winter season and the England Cri ..

Govt.’s failure to take firm stand on Israel/US attacks

Thursday, 5 March 2026 03:05

Sri Lanka’s dismal performance in T20 World Cup

Wednesday, 4 March 2026 00:00

PTA: What’s not good for the Goose is not good for the Gander

Tuesday, 3 March 2026 05:17

Emergency regulations and differing court interpretations

Saturday, 28 February 2026 00:01

A boycott, against whom?

Saturday, 28 February 2026 00:01

Special Report

LIIN hosts Sri Lanka’s first-ever Impact Investing Summit 2026 with multilateral partners

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka reached a significant milestone in its sustainable finance journey with the successful convening of the Lanka Impact Investment Summit 2026, ..

IMF Chief backs Sri Lanka recovery; says open to flexible program post-Ditwah

Monday, 16 February 2026 02:44

TiECon 2026 summit puts spotlight on value of entrepreneurship

Friday, 30 January 2026 00:00

Business News

Sri Lanka hosts 15th Textile Series of Exhibitions to strengthen apparel industry growth

SSCL registration threshold lowered; changes proposed for motor vehicle levy

AG informs Court SLTDA will not promote LGBTIQ tourism

Middle East conflict: Govt. details airfare relief for stranded passengers in Sri Lanka

Saliya Pieris warns Sri Lanka faces economic fallout from ME war

EDB’s ‘Regional Exporters Networking Forum’ brings hope to Southern Province exporters

Energy efficiency is a national priority for development: PM

BELGOLUX–Sri Lanka Business Evening in Belgium

Sanjay Kulatunga appointed to WindForce Board

Sierra Cables reinforces market leadership with robust growth and international reach

AmCham Sri Lanka CEO Forum 2026 calls for reform, resilience and regional collaboration

‘Edges of Sri Lanka’ to showcase country’s unique exports value proposition

Lanka IOC appoints K. Raghu Managing Director

Strategies for resilient entrepreneurs

External debt rises in 4Q to $ 37.7 b by end-2025

External account surplus widens to $ 369.7 m in Jan., up 271% YoY

Short-term confidence holds, medium-term outlook softens: CBSL Systemic Risk Survey

CCPI eases in Feb. 2026

Court of Appeal rules in favour of Colombo Fort Land in tax classification case

Aquaculturists attend capacity-building program in India

STC TechSphere 2026 brings global engineering leaders to Colombo

Knuckles Spring Water pioneers Sri Lanka’s first tethered bottle cap

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Enforcement delay: A test of credibility for Sri Lanka’s tourism regulator

The battle for critical minerals: Breaking China’s rare earth grip

Arab regimes: Vassal states of Greater Israel

Those who forget the past are destined to revisit it

A dying imperialism

Schools Rugby 2026 haven for dejected cricket fans

Understanding and adjusting to a war that’s both far and near

Great Satan, AKD’s failure, PC roadblock, Easter massacre, and rising Reds

The usual suspects, the usual stupidity

From Saddam to Khamenei: Murder and martyrdom

When two chokepoints close at once: The commercial impact for shipping, energy, and South Asia

When sea lanes become uncertain: Maritime security risks in Indian Ocean

The decapitation paradox: Why leadership assassination cannot collapse distributed sovereignty

Tax policy, administration, and erosion of public trust

Axis of criminal idiocy

The “Northern Gateway” initiative: A multi-year blueprint for regional integration

The pattern nobody is talking about: Oil, regime change, and the Indian Ocean

Implications for Sri Lanka and South Asia from the Middle East crisis

Cricket in crisis: What Sri Lanka’s Boardrooms see in the mirror

The war on Iran: A stress test for Sri Lanka’s tourism model

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Home Lands announces strategic entry into Port City with iconic high-rise development

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SSCL registration threshold lowered; changes proposed for motor vehicle levy

The war on Iran: A stress test for Sri Lanka’s tourism model

SLT Group PAT surges 221% in 2025

External debt rises in 4Q to $ 37.7 b by end-2025

Sri Lanka records highest-ever monthly arrivals in February

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Sri Lanka hosts 15th Textile Series of Exhibitions to strengthen apparel industry growth

SSCL registration threshold lowered; changes proposed for motor vehicle levy

AG informs Court SLTDA will not promote LGBTIQ tourism

Middle East conflict: Govt. details airfare relief for stranded passengers in Sri Lanka

Saliya Pieris warns Sri Lanka faces economic fallout from ME war

EDB’s ‘Regional Exporters Networking Forum’ brings hope to Southern Province exporters

Energy efficiency is a national priority for development: PM

BELGOLUX–Sri Lanka Business Evening in Belgium

Sanjay Kulatunga appointed to WindForce Board

Sierra Cables reinforces market leadership with robust growth and international reach

AmCham Sri Lanka CEO Forum 2026 calls for reform, resilience and regional collaboration

‘Edges of Sri Lanka’ to showcase country’s unique exports value proposition

Lanka IOC appoints K. Raghu Managing Director

Strategies for resilient entrepreneurs

External debt rises in 4Q to $ 37.7 b by end-2025

External account surplus widens to $ 369.7 m in Jan., up 271% YoY

Short-term confidence holds, medium-term outlook softens: CBSL Systemic Risk Survey

CCPI eases in Feb. 2026

Court of Appeal rules in favour of Colombo Fort Land in tax classification case

Aquaculturists attend capacity-building program in India

STC TechSphere 2026 brings global engineering leaders to Colombo

Knuckles Spring Water pioneers Sri Lanka’s first tethered bottle cap

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