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Sri Lanka’s FDI woes: A one-stop shop is the most urgent priority

Monday, 16 March 2026 03:16

The tempest in Middle East will continue to blow ill wind in the Indian Ocean

Monday, 16 March 2026 03:08

Rethinking the proposed amendment to Thin Capitalisation rule and the fate of SMEs

Monday, 16 March 2026 02:54

Rising oil prices threaten Sri Lanka’s fragile economic recovery

Monday, 16 March 2026 02:50

Cleaner air for Colombo starts at sea

Monday, 16 March 2026 00:31

“When Rupees become Crypto: The silent outflow threatening financial security

Monday, 16 March 2026 00:00

Sri Lanka, humanitarianism, and the meaning of true development

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:02

Law vs. ethics and Akuregoda incident: Is this a turning point?

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:01

Are you ready to face the next power cuts?

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Ranking public services with AI: A roadmap to revive institutions like SriLankan Airlines

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

The ‘Great Game’ is on and so is our next move

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:24

Sir Mark’s mantra for leaders and attracting FDI

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:22

Northern development needs both strategic vision and local enterprise

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:20

Balancing dreams and duties: Challenge of work life balance for women entrepreneurs

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:16

Simplify complex relationships between customer satisfaction and recommendation

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:14

American hubris, US-Israel’s unwinnable Iran war, and Anura’s confused neutrality

Thursday, 12 March 2026 05:18

‘Whatever happens, we have to deliver’: Platform labour in the age of polycrisis

Thursday, 12 March 2026 05:08

Beyond the number: What $ 7 b in foreign reserves means for Sri Lanka

Thursday, 12 March 2026 05:04

The 147th Royal–Thomian and 175 years of the School by the Sea

Thursday, 12 March 2026 00:53

Fear has paralysed decision-making in public sector; biggest barrier to economic recovery

Wednesday, 11 March 2026 03:12

President calls for contingency plans as Middle East tensions threaten essential services

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday instructed senior Government officials to strengthen contingency planning to ensure the uninterrupted del ..

CoPF approves Gazette amending Port City development regulations

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:35

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved a notification published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2469/02 under the Colombo Port City Economic ..

JK Properties unveils Vauxhall DSTRCT; over 100 apartments sold by launch

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:32

John Keells Properties (JKP) last week unveiled its latest residential development Vauxhall DSTRCT, introducing a striking 60-storey residential tower ..

Power generation in SL tilts towards oil as global energy volatility rises

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:28

Sri Lanka’s electricity generation mix showed a modest shift towards oil-based power in the week ending 12 March compared with the final week of Feb ..

Arutha Research flags risks to energy and food from Middle East war

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:26

Sri Lanka faces potential pressure on energy supplies, food prices, exports, and remittance inflows as the war involving the US, Israel, and Iran disr ..

Police deployed at fuel stations as QR system sparks queues

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:15

Deputy Inspector General of Traffic and Road Safety D.P.G.J. Senadeera yesterday said Police officers have been stationed at fuel stations to manage t ..

Asian markets fall on geopolitical concerns

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Asian equity markets closed lower on Friday as rising oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment ..

CoPF clears salary structure for revamped CIABOC

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved the proposal to determine salaries and service conditions for officers and employees of the Commis ..

CSE loses 1,009 points during week, Rs. 348 b value wiped out

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

The Colombo stock market plunged for the second straight session yesterday to close the week in red on concerns about the economic impact of the Midea ..

India eases FDI rules to allow limited Chinese participation in manufacturing

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

India has approved changes to its foreign direct investment (FDI) framework that will allow investments from countries sharing land borders with India ..

Oil holds near $100 as Middle East conflict fuels supply fears

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Brent crude remained close to $ 100 per barrel on Friday as global oil markets continued to react to the escalating conflict involving the United Stat ..

New NEDP targets over 10% annual export growth, expands focus to emerging sectors

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:26

Export Development Board (EDB) Chairman Mangala Wijesinghe has said the upcoming National Export Development Plan (NEDP), expected to be launched next ..

Vasabha Bulathsinhala to spearhead Agility Innovation’s next growth era

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:24

Agility Innovation Group has named Vasabha Bulathsinhala as its new Group Chief Executive Officer, marking a carefully planned leadership transition a ..

COPE finds no machinery damage at Norochcholai power plant, calls for independent coal quality testing

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:23

Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) Chairman Nishantha Samaraweera has assured that recently imported coal has not caused any damage to machinery a ..

CSE ends down 1.6% to below 22,000 points on Mideast concerns

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:20

Colombo stocks fell sharply ending below the 22,000-point mark yesterday, as global oil prices edged higher amid rising tensions in the Middle East. ..

ADB says ready to give Sri Lanka $ 1 b annually

Thursday, 12 March 2026 05:41

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has said that it is ready to provide more than $ 1 billion annually to Sri Lanka from 2026 to 2029. ..

BOC makes history as only Sri Lankan bank in World’s Top 500 Banking Brands 2026

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:33

In a historic achievement that places Sri Lanka on the global banking map, Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has been recognised as the only Sri Lankan bank ranked ..

Fuel QR system back amid supply strain

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:30

In a better-later-than-never move, the Government yesterday reintroduced the fuel QR code system to manage limited fuel stocks and prevent panic buyin ..

Record tourist arrivals fail to lift revenue in February

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:26

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector recorded its highest-ever February arrivals this year, but foreign exchange earnings from the industry declined, undersco ..

Revisit quotas for ride hailing, says PickMe

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:25

PickMe yesterday called for higher fuel quotas for ride-hailing firms following the introduction of the QR code system to manage scarce supplies. ..

Govt. explores Russian fuel supply after US lifts sanctions

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Days after securing a favourable response from India to help replenish its fuel stocks, Sri Lanka has begun discussions with Russia on securing additi ..

Mazagon Dock secures majority control of Colombo Dockyard with 51% stake

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Colombo Dockyard PLC yesterday said Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd. has secured majority control of the company after the conclusion of a mandatory off ..

Why all this ‘song and dance’ on International Women’s Day?

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Every year, many corporates suddenly realise it’s 8 March and rush to “showcase” their commitment. ..

City of Dreams Sri Lanka, Cinnamon Hotels partner FitsAir for Ahmedabad–Colombo direct flights

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

City of Dreams Sri Lanka, in collaboration with Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts and Walkers Tours, have partnered with FitsAir, on their direct scheduled ..

President discusses urgent measures, reviews ME crisis impact on economy

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday reviewed the potential economic fallout from the escalating conflict in the Middle East as the Government ..

Advocata praises fuel price hike, urges transparency in CPC formula

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:28

Economic policy think tank Advocata Institute in a statement yesterday praised the Government’s mid-month fuel price revision as a decisive move tha ..

John Keells Hotels to sell Cinnamon Citadel owner to Lavendish Leisure for Rs. 2.78 b

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:25

John Keells Hotels PLC said it has entered into a binding agreement with Lavendish Leisure, the hospitality arm of the Dedigama Group, to divest its m ..

CIABOC arrests ex-SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:24

Former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena was arrested yesterday by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) ..

Tourism land leasing model risks repeating Kalpitiya failures: Study

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:22

The Government’s drive to accelerate tourism investment through large-scale land leasing risks repeating the failures of earlier development efforts ..

HSBC Retail Banking exit: Accounts, cards and loans move to NTB from 1 May

Thursday, 12 March 2026 05:42

The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) has formally notified customers that its Retail Banking operations in Sri Lanka will transfer to ..

SLPA Chair reviews Colombo Port ops amid Mideast tensions

Thursday, 12 March 2026 05:39

Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) Chairman Dr. Parakrama Dissanayake convened a special meeting with senior port officials, terminal operators, and rep ..

CoPF approves Gazette amending Port City development regulations

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:35

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved a notification published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2469/02 under the Colombo Port City Economic ..

BOC makes history as only Sri Lankan bank in World’s Top 500 Banking Brands 2026

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:33

In a historic achievement that places Sri Lanka on the global banking map, Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has been recognised as the only Sri Lankan bank ranked ..

JK Properties unveils Vauxhall DSTRCT; over 100 apartments sold by launch

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:32

John Keells Properties (JKP) last week unveiled its latest residential development Vauxhall DSTRCT, introducing a striking 60-storey residential tower ..

Fuel QR system back amid supply strain

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:30

In a better-later-than-never move, the Government yesterday reintroduced the fuel QR code system to manage limited fuel stocks and prevent panic buyin ..

Power generation in SL tilts towards oil as global energy volatility rises

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:28

Sri Lanka’s electricity generation mix showed a modest shift towards oil-based power in the week ending 12 March compared with the final week of Feb ..

Record tourist arrivals fail to lift revenue in February

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:26

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector recorded its highest-ever February arrivals this year, but foreign exchange earnings from the industry declined, undersco ..

Arutha Research flags risks to energy and food from Middle East war

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:26

Sri Lanka faces potential pressure on energy supplies, food prices, exports, and remittance inflows as the war involving the US, Israel, and Iran disr ..

Revisit quotas for ride hailing, says PickMe

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:25

PickMe yesterday called for higher fuel quotas for ride-hailing firms following the introduction of the QR code system to manage scarce supplies. ..

Police deployed at fuel stations as QR system sparks queues

Monday, 16 March 2026 05:15

Deputy Inspector General of Traffic and Road Safety D.P.G.J. Senadeera yesterday said Police officers have been stationed at fuel stations to manage t ..

Govt. explores Russian fuel supply after US lifts sanctions

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Days after securing a favourable response from India to help replenish its fuel stocks, Sri Lanka has begun discussions with Russia on securing additi ..

Asian markets fall on geopolitical concerns

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Asian equity markets closed lower on Friday as rising oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment ..

Mazagon Dock secures majority control of Colombo Dockyard with 51% stake

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Colombo Dockyard PLC yesterday said Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd. has secured majority control of the company after the conclusion of a mandatory off ..

CoPF clears salary structure for revamped CIABOC

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved the proposal to determine salaries and service conditions for officers and employees of the Commis ..

Why all this ‘song and dance’ on International Women’s Day?

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Every year, many corporates suddenly realise it’s 8 March and rush to “showcase” their commitment. ..

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Govt. reviews essential services amid middle east war concerns

Monday, 16 March 2026 12:24

A discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, ministry secretaries and several heads of institutions was held yesterday (15) at the Preside ..

Priority bus service for persons with disabilities to launch next month

Monday, 16 March 2026 00:45

Police to assist QR-based distribution at fuel stations

Monday, 16 March 2026 00:02

IDB launches Industry Revival Facilitation Programme (IRFP)

Friday, 13 March 2026 12:04

Cabinet approves Rs.131 million tourism development plan for Jaffna

Wednesday, 11 March 2026 12:55

Fuel use should be limited amid Middle East crisis : CPC Chairman

Wednesday, 11 March 2026 11:43

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‘Salam Ramadan 2026’ lights up Green Path with culture, cuisine and community spirit

Saturday, 28 February 2026 00:24

Celebrating Sri Lanka’s creative voice

Saturday, 14 February 2026 00:00

FT Click Digital

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

IT / Telecom / Tech

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

Techzone launches AI-enabled Lenovo experience store in Kandy

Friday, 6 March 2026 00:03

FT Lite

Geoffrey Bawa Trust to support restoration of Colombo’s iconic temple

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:10

The Geoffrey Bawa Trust is to support the restoration of the Seema Malaka of the Gangarama Temple. Built between 1976 -1978, the current Seema Malaka ..

The Shoppes at City of Dreams launches first-ever seasonal market with Eid Festive Souq

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:08

‘Kolamba Kamatha Festival’ returns

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:06

Opinion and Issues

Sri Lanka’s FDI woes: A one-stop shop is the most urgent priority

Monday, 16 March 2026 03:16

A new generation Sinhala song, written for defending those who had participated in the Aragalaya of 2022 and now going viral on YouTube [1], has two l ..

‘PSTA more draconian than PTA’

Monday, 16 March 2026 03:13

The tempest in Middle East will continue to blow ill wind in the Indian Ocean

Monday, 16 March 2026 03:08

FT View - Editorial

Importance of a credible Leader of the Opposition

Monday, 16 March 2026 02:47

In any functioning democracy, the office of the Leader of the Opposition occupies a position of immense responsibility. ..

Govt. must be upfront with public

Saturday, 14 March 2026 00:00

Sanath the coach and Sri Lanka Cricket

Friday, 13 March 2026 00:00

Austerity measures in the wake of ME conflict

Thursday, 12 March 2026 05:01

Opportunities and challenges for Colombo Port from Middle East crisis

Wednesday, 11 March 2026 00:21

Separation of Temple and State a must going forward

Tuesday, 10 March 2026 00:00

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

PIMARC 2026 concludes on high note: Bridges research, leadership and real-world impact

BASL’s National Labour Law Symposium to convene legal, regulatory and industry leaders

CA Sri Lanka forum explores country’s resilience to economic shockwaves from Middle East crisis

Roar Global transitions its creative division to Obsidian

Melstacorp parent ups stake to 42.97% with Rs. 165 m worth share purchase

SLFPA unveils 23rd edition of Profood Propack & Agbiz Knowledge Hub

SLT-MOBITEL unveils redesigned fibre broadband packages powering homes and businesses

Janashakthi Finance wins Bronze Effie Award for ‘uplifting Sri Lankan three-wheel community’ campaign

Ceylon Chamber secures Gold at both TAGS and CMA Annual Report Awards

Alumex PLC powers innovation as official material sponsor of ‘Unleashed 2026’

EDB convenes high-level meeting to address Middle East crisis impact on Sri Lanka exports

Ceylon United Business Alliance takes tax concerns to IRD

Trump announces $ 300 b refinery deal with India’s Reliance

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce hosts high-level evening with diplomats

CSE green lights Rs. 7 b Hayleys debenture issue

Melstacorp trims stake in DCSL with Rs. 118 m share sale

KBSL appoints Asanga Herath CFO

TMC Colombo to host seminar on “Condominium Property – Issues and Concerns”

Dipped Products rings market opening bell to commemorate Golden Jubilee

Oil tops $ 100 despite global reserve release

Strengthening global trade partnerships for Sri Lanka Expo 2026

Kerner Haus proposes 1-for-70 share subdivision

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Sri Lanka’s FDI woes: A one-stop shop is the most urgent priority

The tempest in Middle East will continue to blow ill wind in the Indian Ocean

Rethinking the proposed amendment to Thin Capitalisation rule and the fate of SMEs

Rising oil prices threaten Sri Lanka’s fragile economic recovery

Cleaner air for Colombo starts at sea

“When Rupees become Crypto: The silent outflow threatening financial security

Sri Lanka, humanitarianism, and the meaning of true development

Law vs. ethics and Akuregoda incident: Is this a turning point?

Are you ready to face the next power cuts?

Ranking public services with AI: A roadmap to revive institutions like SriLankan Airlines

The ‘Great Game’ is on and so is our next move

Sir Mark’s mantra for leaders and attracting FDI

Northern development needs both strategic vision and local enterprise

Balancing dreams and duties: Challenge of work life balance for women entrepreneurs

Simplify complex relationships between customer satisfaction and recommendation

American hubris, US-Israel’s unwinnable Iran war, and Anura’s confused neutrality

‘Whatever happens, we have to deliver’: Platform labour in the age of polycrisis

Beyond the number: What $ 7 b in foreign reserves means for Sri Lanka

The 147th Royal–Thomian and 175 years of the School by the Sea

Fear has paralysed decision-making in public sector; biggest barrier to economic recovery

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Ruwan Rajapakse named new MD/Executive Director of Hayleys Fibre

John Keells Hotels to sell Cinnamon Citadel owner to Lavendish Leisure for Rs. 2.78 b

Sri Lanka’s FDI woes: A one-stop shop is the most urgent priority

HSBC Retail Banking exit: Accounts, cards and loans move to NTB from 1 May

Mideast crisis exposes Sri Lanka’s State Capture problem: Jafferjee

ADB says ready to give Sri Lanka $ 1 b annually

JK Properties unveils Vauxhall DSTRCT; over 100 apartments sold by launch

KBSL appoints Asanga Herath CFO

SLPA Chair reviews Colombo Port ops amid Mideast tensions

Business News

PIMARC 2026 concludes on high note: Bridges research, leadership and real-world impact

BASL’s National Labour Law Symposium to convene legal, regulatory and industry leaders

CA Sri Lanka forum explores country’s resilience to economic shockwaves from Middle East crisis

Roar Global transitions its creative division to Obsidian

Melstacorp parent ups stake to 42.97% with Rs. 165 m worth share purchase

SLFPA unveils 23rd edition of Profood Propack & Agbiz Knowledge Hub

SLT-MOBITEL unveils redesigned fibre broadband packages powering homes and businesses

Janashakthi Finance wins Bronze Effie Award for ‘uplifting Sri Lankan three-wheel community’ campaign

Ceylon Chamber secures Gold at both TAGS and CMA Annual Report Awards

Alumex PLC powers innovation as official material sponsor of ‘Unleashed 2026’

EDB convenes high-level meeting to address Middle East crisis impact on Sri Lanka exports

Ceylon United Business Alliance takes tax concerns to IRD

Trump announces $ 300 b refinery deal with India’s Reliance

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce hosts high-level evening with diplomats

CSE green lights Rs. 7 b Hayleys debenture issue

Melstacorp trims stake in DCSL with Rs. 118 m share sale

KBSL appoints Asanga Herath CFO

TMC Colombo to host seminar on “Condominium Property – Issues and Concerns”

Dipped Products rings market opening bell to commemorate Golden Jubilee

Oil tops $ 100 despite global reserve release

Strengthening global trade partnerships for Sri Lanka Expo 2026

Kerner Haus proposes 1-for-70 share subdivision

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GMOA warns fuel quota system could disrupt hospital services