Monday, 9 December 2024 02:16

Tourism earnings up 56% to $ 2.8 b in first 11 months

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has demonstrated remarkable performance, raking in over $ 2.8 billion in revenue during the first 11 months of 2024, ma ..

Russia boosts early December tourist surge

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:15

Russian tourists have given a kickstart to December arrivals, with the country welcoming nearly 24,000 visitors in the first four days of December. ..

Epic Lanka wins APICTA Gold award in Brunei

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:08

Sri Lankan fintech and digital transformation pioneer Epic Lanka won a Gold and a Silver award at the prestigious Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) A ..

US pledges unwavering support for Govt.’s anti-corruption drive

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:03

US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu on Saturday expressed its Government’s commitment to supporting Sri La ..

CILT looks to transform face of global logistics

Monday, 9 December 2024 00:10

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) International will hold its next global conference in Sri Lanka next year. ..

Michelin to focus activities for construction application on most value accretive offers

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:36

Michelin yesterday announced the sale of its Sri Lanka-based Midigama Tyre Division and Casting Product Division plants that manufacture bias tires an ..

Resolution on Vote on Account for first four month passed without vote

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:34

The Resolution on the Vote on Account for the first four months of 2025 was passed in Parliament yesterday without a vote. The Resolution on the Vote ..

Indonesia’s Ambassador highlights palm oil’s economic impact on developing nations

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:33

Indonesia’s Ambassador to Sri Lanka Dewi Gustina Tobing, on Thursday emphasised the critical role of palm oil in daily life and its broader economic ..

National tea sales average up YoY but dips MoM

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:32

The National Tea Sales average in November 2024 declined to Rs. 1,137.22 ($ 3.92) from Rs. 1,172.15 ($ 4.02) in the previous month. In comparison to ..

President assures political stability, autonomy for BOI to woo investments

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:34

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday said an environment suitable for investment has been created under the political stability in the country ..

World Bank pledges support for “Clean Sri Lanka” program

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:28

The World Bank has expressed its commitment to supporting the Government’s “Clean Sri Lanka” program, as announced by World Bank Executive Direc ..

BOC’s FCY ratings upgraded to “CCC-” by Fitch

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:24

Bank of Ceylon’s (BOC) Long-Term Foreign Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) has been upgraded to ‘CCC-’ from ‘CC’ by Fitch Ratings (Fitch) ..

President directs Excise Dept. to streamline licencing, tax collection

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:20

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday directed senior Excise Department officials to follow a proper mechanism when issuing excise licences. ..

Dr. Senthilverl buys Agarapatana, sells Alumex

Thursday, 5 December 2024 01:56

Low profile but high net worth investor Dr. T. Senthilverl was seen active on a record-setting day yesterday. ..

CEB Chairman rules out further electricity subsidies for low-income users

Thursday, 5 December 2024 01:51

Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) Chairman Dr. Tilak Siyambalapitiya recently said that further reductions in electricity bills for low-income electricit ..

Justice Minister announces landmark Bills to combat financial crimes

Thursday, 5 December 2024 01:39

Justice and National Integration Minister Harshana Nanayakkara has announced the Government’s intention to present three crucial Bills in Parliament ..

President directs new price limits for rice

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:11

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Saturday announced a new maximum retail price (MRP) and wholesale price limit for various rice types, emphasisin ..

Dr. Senthilverl ups stake in Agarapatana to 10%, Kotagala to 5%

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:05

Low profile but high net worth investor Dr. T. Senthilverl through Senthilverl Holdings Ltd., last week upped his stake in Agarapatana Plantations PLC ..

Syrian President overthrown, flees to Russia

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:02

Deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have arrived in Moscow yesterday, Russian State media agencies report, citing sources in the K ..

Transformative journey at inaugural YoungShip Global Leadership Summit

Monday, 9 December 2024 00:00

The inaugural YoungShip Global Leadership Summit (YGLS) concluded in Sri Lanka on 18 November 2024, leaving an indelible mark on the maritime industry ..

President pushes for renewable energy expansion

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:35

Directs Power and Energy Ministry officials to review of existing projects, expedite implementation of those deemed productive ..

Opposition leader tells Govt. not to turn back on people’s mandate

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:34

Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday slammed the Government, which secured a massive mandate, of betraying the people’s trust by entering in ..

CSE ends week on the up

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:33

The Colombo stock market yesterday closed the week on a positive note with improved investor sentiment. The active S&P SL20 gained by 0.22% and the b ..

Biz confidence near five-year high

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:31

In its December edition, leading business magazine LMD reports that business confidence “shot up by 15 basis points to reach 154 in November, from 1 ..

Govt. proposes Rs. 1.4 t spend in Vote on Account for 2025

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:30

The Government yesterday presented the Vote on Account for the first four months of 2025, allocating over Rs. 1.4 trillion to sustain State affairs, i ..

President calls for unified effort to drive digital transformation

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:26

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday called on professionals across the country to actively support the Government’s push for digital transf ..

CSE closes on the up

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:22

The Colombo stock market yesterday managed to close on the up in a welcome move with satisfactory turnover. The benchmark ASPI gained by 0.35% and th ..

Colombo stock market reaches all-time high

Thursday, 5 December 2024 01:59

In a reaffirmation of pro-President Anura Kumara Dissanayake sentiment, the Colombo stock market yesterday reached an all-time high, supported by heav ..

CG Corp Global MD Chaudhary calls on President

Thursday, 5 December 2024 01:54

CG Corp Global Group Managing Director Nirvana Chaudhary, who is on a business visit, called on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday and had d ..

Visa supports 10th Annual Daily FT-CICRA Cyber Security Summit as Strategic Partner

Thursday, 5 December 2024 01:47

The 10th Annual Cyber Security Summit 2024, a premier event in Sri Lanka’s cybersecurity calendar, saw Visa as its Strategic Partner for the sixth c ..

US Court sets deadlines for Hamilton Reserve Bank vs SL Govt. case

Thursday, 5 December 2024 01:38

In a critical update to the ongoing litigation between Hamilton Reserve Bank Ltd. (HRB) and the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, the Court ..

Russia boosts early December tourist surge

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:15

Russian tourists have given a kickstart to December arrivals, with the country welcoming nearly 24,000 visitors in the first four days of December. ..

President directs new price limits for rice

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:11

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Saturday announced a new maximum retail price (MRP) and wholesale price limit for various rice types, emphasisin ..

Epic Lanka wins APICTA Gold award in Brunei

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:08

Sri Lankan fintech and digital transformation pioneer Epic Lanka won a Gold and a Silver award at the prestigious Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) A ..

Dr. Senthilverl ups stake in Agarapatana to 10%, Kotagala to 5%

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:05

Low profile but high net worth investor Dr. T. Senthilverl through Senthilverl Holdings Ltd., last week upped his stake in Agarapatana Plantations PLC ..

US pledges unwavering support for Govt.’s anti-corruption drive

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:03

US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu on Saturday expressed its Government’s commitment to supporting Sri La ..

Syrian President overthrown, flees to Russia

Monday, 9 December 2024 02:02

Deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have arrived in Moscow yesterday, Russian State media agencies report, citing sources in the K ..

CILT looks to transform face of global logistics

Monday, 9 December 2024 00:10

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) International will hold its next global conference in Sri Lanka next year. ..

Transformative journey at inaugural YoungShip Global Leadership Summit

Monday, 9 December 2024 00:00

The inaugural YoungShip Global Leadership Summit (YGLS) concluded in Sri Lanka on 18 November 2024, leaving an indelible mark on the maritime industry ..

Michelin to focus activities for construction application on most value accretive offers

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:36

Michelin yesterday announced the sale of its Sri Lanka-based Midigama Tyre Division and Casting Product Division plants that manufacture bias tires an ..

President pushes for renewable energy expansion

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:35

Directs Power and Energy Ministry officials to review of existing projects, expedite implementation of those deemed productive ..

Resolution on Vote on Account for first four month passed without vote

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:34

The Resolution on the Vote on Account for the first four months of 2025 was passed in Parliament yesterday without a vote. The Resolution on the Vote ..

Opposition leader tells Govt. not to turn back on people’s mandate

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:34

Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday slammed the Government, which secured a massive mandate, of betraying the people’s trust by entering in ..

Indonesia’s Ambassador highlights palm oil’s economic impact on developing nations

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:33

Indonesia’s Ambassador to Sri Lanka Dewi Gustina Tobing, on Thursday emphasised the critical role of palm oil in daily life and its broader economic ..

CSE ends week on the up

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:33

The Colombo stock market yesterday closed the week on a positive note with improved investor sentiment. The active S&P SL20 gained by 0.22% and the b ..

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President sets new rice price limits amid market concerns

Monday, 9 December 2024 09:29

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced new maximum retail and wholesale prices for rice on Saturday to address market challenges. ..

U.S. reaffirms support for Sri Lanka’s anti-corruption efforts

Saturday, 7 December 2024 17:52

’’Ransalu’’ National Handloom Textile Exhibition kicks off at BMICH

Saturday, 7 December 2024 17:16

27 officers graduate from Logistics Staff Course at KDU

Friday, 6 December 2024 15:49

Cabinet lifts rice import restrictions temporarily to address shortage

Friday, 6 December 2024 09:17

President meets small and medium-scale rice mill owners to tackle supply chain issues

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Lankans vote peacefully to elect new Parliament

Friday, 15 November 2024 00:00

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IT / Telecom / Tech

JICA and EDB jointly introduce Sri Lankan ICT companies to Japanese market

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:08

Tukki App launches in Sri Lanka: New era of financial inclusion

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:06

Sysco LABS shines at National ICT Awards 2024

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:04

FT Lite

George Keyt Foundation unveils distinguished line-up of Lankan artists for auction

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:04

The eagerly anticipated first-ever art auction conducted by Sotheby’s in Sri Lanka, presented by the George Keyt Foundation, continues to generate e ..

Saskia Fernando Gallery presents latest exhibition by artist Fabienne Francotte ‘My Makeup is Wrong’

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:02

Colombo Comedy Show 2024 – another massive success for CTRT 3

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Opinion and Issues

Financial sector should shoulder heavy burden on promoting growth via new market products

Monday, 9 December 2024 00:34

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, AKD in short, in his address to Parliament on 21 November 2024, announced two strategies to make Sri Lanka a thriv ..

Taxes: Two cheers and a few suggestions

Monday, 9 December 2024 00:00

All at sea?

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:13

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Tragic toll of human-elephant conflict: Call for sustainable solutions

Monday, 9 December 2024 00:00

The recent death of Deegajanthu I, a majestic tusker, due to an illegal electrocution wire, marks another heartbreaking chapter in the ongoing saga of ..

Balanced approach needed to deal with crop damage by wild animals

Saturday, 7 December 2024 00:06

Non-representation of Muslims in the Cabinet

Friday, 6 December 2024 00:00

NPP’s new “race card” and concerns on freedom of expression

Thursday, 5 December 2024 00:00

Monetary policy relaxation amidst economic recovery

Wednesday, 4 December 2024 00:00

CEB reform acid test for new administration

Tuesday, 3 December 2024 00:00

Special Report

Presidential Election 2024

Monday, 23 September 2024 00:50

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Upbeat President Ranil Wickremesinghe shares vision for transformative Sri Lanka

Thursday, 12 September 2024 02:56

First-ever Ceylon Chamber debate puts spotlight on economic vision of key Presidential candidates

Monday, 2 September 2024 00:40

Business News

CMA holds Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2024

Häfele Sri Lanka hosts exclusive partner networking event

Strengthening sustainability: JAAF and Solidaridad chart path for EU market alignment

NCE holds Export Awards 2024

Agriculture Ministry partners FAO to boost farming sector amid climate challenges

PickMe plans expansion of delivery services for upcoming season

Australia, UN Women, Chrysalis launch 5-year project to empower women and transform social norms

A sip of history: The enduring legacy of Dambatenne Estate

DIMO Academy and HomeServe Germany forge strategic partnership to enhance vocational education in Sri Lanka

UK-Sri Lanka Trade Mission highlights export potential of women-led businesses in Jaffna

Aitken Spence Printing celebrates wins at Asian Packaging Excellence Awards, Vietnam and Asian Print Awards, Indonesia

CBL Global Foods and USAID partner to boost Sri Lanka’s coconut industry

CTTA celebrates 130 years with “Honouring Legends” of industry

Developing and supporting entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka

ICCSSL partnered ICMA (Australia) – Sri Lanka Region

LAUGFS Rubber Secures double Gold at ICQCC 2024

DSI obtains enjoining order against infringement of ‘Fun Souls’ brand

Sri Lanka – Korea Business Council holds 29th Annual General Meeting

Sri Lanka-Russia Business Council holds 21st Annual General Meeting

Hayleys Fentons unveils first immersive Experience Centre

UK-Sri Lanka Trade Mission empowers women entrepreneurs; boosts bilateral ties

Transforming industries for economic revival: SLEA Annual International Conference 2024

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Pathfinder Foundation hosts roundtable discussion with US-South Asia expert

India extends relief assistance to flood-affected regions in Northern Province

International Bazaar and Cultural Extravaganza 2024 celebrates culture, diversity, crafts, sustainability

President calls for media collaboration to foster national progress

US Assistant Secretary of State calls on Prime Minister

Only 23% of candidates submit expenditure reports as deadline looms

Marikkar questions Govt. on PAYE tax and promised relief measures

ITAK MPs call on President

Lawyers’ Collective urges immediate action on legislative reforms

ITJP seeks sanctions on over 60 Sri Lankans for war crimes and corruption

Hirunika withdraws statement made in respect of Magistrate Court proceedings against Hardy Jamaldeen

Rice millers agree to supply at controlled price: Trade Minister

Jaffna youth and Colombo political activist released on bail over Maveerar Naal SM posts

CoA upholds citizens’ right to scrutinise public expenditure under RTI

W.M. Mendis’ liquor licence to be suspended today over Rs. 5 b tax arrears

PM vows NPP will seize historic opportunity to represent all citizens

New Constitution to be introduced in three years: Cabinet Spokesman

Cabinet approves new bill to recall and reopen nominations for LG polls

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All at sea?

Sri Lanka’s energy independence through climate finance

Blueprint for new Constitution

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