Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:42

Wimal to set up 20 Advisory Councils to boost industrial development

The Cabinet of Ministers this week approved the setting up of Advisory Councils to individually resolve issues and devise policies to optimise growth ..

UNHRC Core Group decries SL’s lack of progress on human rights

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:40

The UNHRC Core Group for Sri Lanka yesterday expressed concern and regret over the lack of progress on human rights, with a number of further concerni ..

Govt. defends decision to import 100,000 tons of rice

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:34

The Government yesterday defended its decision to import 100,000 metric tons of rice, saying it was a temporary move to address the exorbitant prices ..

Brokers back DVP; say timely move

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:27

Stockbroking firms yesterday unanimously backed the timely launch of the globally-adopted Delivery Versus Payment (DVP) system to the Colombo bourse, ..

FTZ manufacturers express concern over EU resolution; flag impact from GSP+ loss

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:25

The Free Trade Zone Manufacturers Association (FTZMA) yesterday expressed concern over the recent resolution passed by the European Parliament and war ..

Committee on Public Finance approves Rs. 1,000 billion Treasury Bills issue

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:22

The Committee on Public Finance granted approval yesterday to issue Rs. 1,000 billion Treasury Bills, under the Local Treasury Bills Ordinance which i ..

Asia the next powerhouse in the new normal

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 02:46

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the way individuals save and invest. This changing investment climate can engender new opportuni ..

SL under new Govt. attracts almost $ 1 b in tourism investment proposals: Prasanna

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:23

Sri Lanka, under the new Government, has attracted nearly $ 1 billion worth of investment proposals to the tourism sector given its future prospects, ..

Inflation in May at 6.1% vs. 5.5% in April

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:23

Headline inflation based on the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) in May was 6.1% up from 5.5% in April. ..

Pelpita appointed Development Lotteries Board Chief

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:22

Career civil servant Anusha Pelpita has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Development Lotteries Board (DLB) with immediate effect. ..

BOC to get $ 115 m foreign funding next week

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:20

State-owned industry giant Bank of Ceylon (BOC) is slated to get $ 115 million worth of overseas funding (over Rs. 23 billion) by next week, a move wh ..

Cabinet approves move for new Fertiliser Act to chart 100% organic path

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:38

In line with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s committed shift towards the use of organic material for sustainable agriculture, the Cabinet of Minister ..

Govt. fires up Litro-LAUGFS collaboration proposal; keeps LPG prices unchanged

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:29

The Government has decided to proceed with a proposal to harness possible synergies between Litro Gas Lanka and LAUGFS Gas Company to strengthen the L ..

Tourism industry to meet CB Chief next week in search of new relief

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:25

The tourism industry is set to press for new relief from the Central Bank Governor Prof. W.D. Lakshman on 29 June at a key discussion arranged on the ..

Ranil back in Parliament today

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:24

UNP Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe will take oaths as a National List MP today. ..

Rs. 200 b bill for COVID before P’ment

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:21

A supplementary estimate for Rs.200 billion was tabled at the Parliament yesterday to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. ..

COPE summons SriLankan Airlines, SLIC

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 01:46

SriLankan Airlines, Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation (SLIC) and several other institutions have been summoned to appear before the Committee on Public ..

Abu Dhabi offers COVID vaccines to tourists

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:23

The UAE has quietly launched vaccine tourism, with the emirate of Abu Dhabi offering visitors free jabs after approving the inoculation of all those w ..

After B’desh, reports surface of Nepal securing Sinopharm doses at $ 10 each

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:22

In the alleged footsteps of Bangladesh, another South Asian nation Nepal too has secured China’s Sinopharm doses at $ 10 each, according to media, r ..

Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association appeals for cost-sharing from business partners

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:20

The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA), the apex body for organised retail in Sri Lanka, is appealing to landlords, lessors, and business partn ..

LOLC Dev. Finance emerges as most valuable finance company

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:19

LOLC Development Finance PLC (NIFL) has emerged as the most valuable finance company in terms of market capitalisation thanks to dizzy gains since ear ..

UNHRC Core Group decries SL’s lack of progress on human rights

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:40

The UNHRC Core Group for Sri Lanka yesterday expressed concern and regret over the lack of progress on human rights, with a number of further concerni ..

Cabinet approves move for new Fertiliser Act to chart 100% organic path

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:38

In line with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s committed shift towards the use of organic material for sustainable agriculture, the Cabinet of Minister ..

Govt. defends decision to import 100,000 tons of rice

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:34

The Government yesterday defended its decision to import 100,000 metric tons of rice, saying it was a temporary move to address the exorbitant prices ..

Govt. fires up Litro-LAUGFS collaboration proposal; keeps LPG prices unchanged

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:29

The Government has decided to proceed with a proposal to harness possible synergies between Litro Gas Lanka and LAUGFS Gas Company to strengthen the L ..

Brokers back DVP; say timely move

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:27

Stockbroking firms yesterday unanimously backed the timely launch of the globally-adopted Delivery Versus Payment (DVP) system to the Colombo bourse, ..

Tourism industry to meet CB Chief next week in search of new relief

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:25

The tourism industry is set to press for new relief from the Central Bank Governor Prof. W.D. Lakshman on 29 June at a key discussion arranged on the ..

FTZ manufacturers express concern over EU resolution; flag impact from GSP+ loss

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:25

The Free Trade Zone Manufacturers Association (FTZMA) yesterday expressed concern over the recent resolution passed by the European Parliament and war ..

Ranil back in Parliament today

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:24

UNP Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe will take oaths as a National List MP today. ..

Committee on Public Finance approves Rs. 1,000 billion Treasury Bills issue

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:22

The Committee on Public Finance granted approval yesterday to issue Rs. 1,000 billion Treasury Bills, under the Local Treasury Bills Ordinance which i ..

Rs. 200 b bill for COVID before P’ment

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 03:21

A supplementary estimate for Rs.200 billion was tabled at the Parliament yesterday to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. ..

Asia the next powerhouse in the new normal

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 02:46

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the way individuals save and invest. This changing investment climate can engender new opportuni ..

COPE summons SriLankan Airlines, SLIC

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 01:46

SriLankan Airlines, Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation (SLIC) and several other institutions have been summoned to appear before the Committee on Public ..

SL under new Govt. attracts almost $ 1 b in tourism investment proposals: Prasanna

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:23

Sri Lanka, under the new Government, has attracted nearly $ 1 billion worth of investment proposals to the tourism sector given its future prospects, ..

Abu Dhabi offers COVID vaccines to tourists

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 01:23

The UAE has quietly launched vaccine tourism, with the emirate of Abu Dhabi offering visitors free jabs after approving the inoculation of all those w ..

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Ranil W says Cabinet must have powers to deal with COVID 19

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 20:48

Ranil addresses parliament ..

Ranil returns to parliament

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 14:49

Opp protests fuel price hike

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 19:40

Sri Lanka’s push for 100% organic farming

Monday, 21 June 2021 10:48

Fort, Maradana railway stations get automatic hand cleaners

Sunday, 20 June 2021 20:18

Easter Attack Today & Tomorrow

Sunday, 20 June 2021 06:11

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Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (UK) – Sri Lanka Branch hosts Annual Awards Ceremony

Wednesday, 19 May 2021 00:00

Awards ceremony of art competition for children in childcare homes

Wednesday, 12 May 2021 00:00

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The death of the 9 to 5 regime and the future of work: Post-COVID trends and predictions - Part 2

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 00:03

‘Digital for Everyone’ national initiative launched towards enabling technology-based society

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 00:01

Digitalising: What it means for business and the environment

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 00:00

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Delightful desserts!

Saturday, 19 June 2021 00:10

I first discovered The Stranded Chefs and their delightful desserts when a friend sent over some mud cake. I was hooked not only on the mud cake and t ..

Mount Lavinia Hotel adds more deliciousness to delivery menu

Saturday, 19 June 2021 00:00

Conserving Horton Plains: Place science over instinct and politics

Saturday, 12 June 2021 00:05

Opinion and Issues

Ranasinghe Premadasa’s remarkable political rise

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 00:20

Today (23 June) is the 97th birth anniversary of former Sri Lankan Prime Minister and President Ranasinghe Premadasa. He served as Prime Minister from ..

Reckless regime and Ranil recycled

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 00:01

Resilience will help women entrepreneurs as economy reopens

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 00:00

FT View - Editorial

Local actions have international reactions

Wednesday, 23 June 2021 00:00

Opening the 47th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva on Monday, High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet ..

Ranil’s Return

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 00:11

Pause on persecution

Monday, 21 June 2021 00:00

Muddled decision-making must end

Saturday, 19 June 2021 00:00

Not too late to reconsider

Friday, 18 June 2021 00:00

A case for quiet diplomacy

Thursday, 17 June 2021 00:00

Special Report

Best Small and Medium IT/ITES Workplaces in Sri Lanka 2021

Thursday, 3 June 2021 00:00

Great Place to Work in Sri Lanka has compiled its second consecutive list of the Best Small and Medium IT/ITES Workplaces. The list comprises organis ..

ISACA celebrates 50th year global and 25th year Sri Lankan chapter anniversary

Tuesday, 11 May 2021 00:54

Interbrand-Daily FT International Women’s Day 2021 Forum showcases leading in extraordinary times

Tuesday, 6 April 2021 00:20

FT NEWS

2,093 persons test positive for COVID-19

SL to receive 2 million doses of Sinopharm by first week of July

71 COVID-19 deaths bring fatalities to 2,704

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Resign if you can’t provide relief for the public, Sajith tells Govt

SJB hands over no-confidence motion against Gammanpila

2,131 persons test positive for COVID-19, steps taken to prevent Delta variant spread

26,453 persons vaccinated on Sunday

COVID-19 fatalities rise to 2,633 with 52 more deaths

DGHS issues revised guidelines on workforce capacity in Western Province

Military investigates troops over ‘humiliation’ of Muslims

4,276 persons test positive for COVID-19 over the weekend

47 more COVID-19 deaths bring fatalities to 2,581

42,496 persons receive COVID-19 vaccine on Saturday

Non-essential travel permitted countrywide with several restrictions still in place

SLMA voices grave concern and disappointment over lifting of travel restrictions

Measures taken to prevent spread of Delta variant; 2,349 COVID-19 patients detected

55 COVID-19 deaths raise fatalities to 2,480

57,371 persons receive vaccine on Thursday

Govt. seeks Indian help to treat virus-hit lion

More dead turtles washed ashore

2,372 persons test positive for COVID-19; Delta variant detected in Dematagoda

51 more COVID-19 deaths bring fatalities to 2,425

Investigation launched into alleged theft of 30 vials of Sinopharm in Habaraduwa

Govt. says multiple efforts underway to assess, minimise environmental impact from MV X-Press Pearl

TNA delegation meets Indian High Commissioner

2,436 persons test positive for COVID-19

97,442 persons vaccinated on Tuesday

59 more deaths raise COVID death toll to 2,374

UNP notifies EC on National List seat

MV X-Press Pearl local agent granted bail by High Court

SJB guns for Gammanpila with no-confidence motion

Gammanpila says SJB move is childish

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Ranil W says Cabinet must have powers to deal with COVID 19

Ranil returns to parliament

Business News

Asia the next powerhouse in the new normal

‘Rising from the Pandemic’: SLID to host an experience sharing webinar

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce National SME Forum 2021 on 28 June

COPE summons SriLankan Airlines, SLIC

Capt. Nihal Keppetipola assumes duties as SLPA Chairman

PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Sri Lanka) returns for 4th Edition

National Chamber to conduct Oman-Sri Lanka Biz Forum, B2B meetings on 28 June

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Fiscal policy corrections postponed until 2030, defying IMF support

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2,093 persons test positive for COVID-19

SL to receive 2 million doses of Sinopharm by first week of July

71 COVID-19 deaths bring fatalities to 2,704

video

Resign if you can’t provide relief for the public, Sajith tells Govt

SJB hands over no-confidence motion against Gammanpila

2,131 persons test positive for COVID-19, steps taken to prevent Delta variant spread

26,453 persons vaccinated on Sunday

COVID-19 fatalities rise to 2,633 with 52 more deaths

DGHS issues revised guidelines on workforce capacity in Western Province

Military investigates troops over ‘humiliation’ of Muslims

4,276 persons test positive for COVID-19 over the weekend

47 more COVID-19 deaths bring fatalities to 2,581

42,496 persons receive COVID-19 vaccine on Saturday

Non-essential travel permitted countrywide with several restrictions still in place

SLMA voices grave concern and disappointment over lifting of travel restrictions

Measures taken to prevent spread of Delta variant; 2,349 COVID-19 patients detected

55 COVID-19 deaths raise fatalities to 2,480

57,371 persons receive vaccine on Thursday

Govt. seeks Indian help to treat virus-hit lion

More dead turtles washed ashore

2,372 persons test positive for COVID-19; Delta variant detected in Dematagoda

51 more COVID-19 deaths bring fatalities to 2,425

Investigation launched into alleged theft of 30 vials of Sinopharm in Habaraduwa

Govt. says multiple efforts underway to assess, minimise environmental impact from MV X-Press Pearl