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IMF gives thumbs up to Sri Lanka’s reform progress, stresses need to sustaining momentum

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) this week commended Sri Lanka’s continued progress under its economic reform program, whilst stressing the imp ..

President woos German investments into Sri Lanka’s thriving tourism industry

Saturday, 14 June 2025 01:01

President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who is currently on an official visit to the Federal Republic of Germany, yesterday met with representatives of the ..

CRIB goes digital to expand financial horizon

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:58

The Credit Rating Information Bureau of Sri Lanka (CRIB) last week laid out its digital roadmap towards greater inclusion, and unveiled plans to devel ..

SriLankan Airlines revises European flight routes due to Middle East tensions

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:54

SriLankan Airlines yesterday said that due to escalating tensions in the Middle East and the closure of airspace in certain parts of the region, it ha ..

Iran vows ‘powerful response’ to Israeli strikes, Trump urges deal

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:53

Iran yesterday vowed ‘powerful response’ to Israeli strikes whilst the latter’s ally US President Donald Trump has called for a deal. ..

Global oil prices soar after Israel attacks Iran

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:50

Global oil prices have jumped after Israel said it had struck Iran, in a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East. ..

Asia Securities among Top 5 Unit Trust Managers in first five years

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:08

Asia Securities’ wealth management arm emerged as one of the Top 5 Unit Trust Managers in Sri Lanka by the end of the 2024/25 financial year (FY), a ..

Banks breathe sigh of relief with landmark judgement by High Court

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:04

A recent landmark judgement of the Civil Appellate High Court by Justice Dr. D.F.H. Gunawardhana, with Justice Dr. Namal Balalle agreeing, has finally ..

Overseas Realty unveils Mireka Seascape — coastal luxury redefined

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:01

In a glittering cocktail event hosted at the historic Galle Face Hotel, Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC officially launched its newest luxury real estate ..

Sajith questions AKD of pre-election promise on electricity relief

Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:46

Opposition and Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday questioned President Anura Kumara Disanayake over his pre-election promi ..

President meets German counterpart in Berlin

Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:38

President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who is currently on an official visit to the Federal Republic of Germany, was warmly received yesterday by German P ..

ASPI’s YTD return tops 10% mark as CSE sustains upward march

Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:36

The Colombo stock market yesterday sustained its upward march with healthy turnover powered by optimistic investors. ..

Cabinet approves resumption of land acquisition for Central Expressway Phase IV

Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:34

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the resumption of land acquisition activities for Phase IV of the Central Expressway construction covering ..

Sri Lanka’s growth forecast to decelerate to 3.5% this year: WB

Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:31

The World Bank (WB) yesterday revealed that growth in Sri Lanka is forecast to decelerate to 3.5% this year, reflecting the scarring effects of the cr ..

Proposed Electricity Act comes under fire via 7 petitions at SC

Wednesday, 11 June 2025 00:08

Seven petitions have been filed in the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka, challenging the constitutionality of the “Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) – A ..

Colombo stock market turns negative over external factors

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:59

The Colombo stock market yesterday saw a sell-off of sorts largely influenced by external factors though early gains ensured a modest gain for the wee ..

Singapore’s Q Collection sets up apparel manufacturing operations in Sri Lanka with strategic support from Hela

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:55

Q Collection Ltd., a Singapore-based apparel manufacturer recognised for its operational excellence and product diversification, has announced the est ..

IRD reopens registration for Tourist VAT Refund Scheme retailers

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:54

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced the reopening of registration for authorised retailers under the Tourist VAT Refund Scheme (TVRS), o ..

Sri Lanka expresses deep concern over Israel-Iran tensions

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:52

Sri Lanka yesterday expressed deep concern by recent developments between Israel and Iran and urged both to engage in diplomatic efforts for reconcili ..

CIMA-JXG Pinnacle Awards 2025 adjudges Shashi Kandambi as Business Leader of the Year

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:10

National Savings Bank’s General Manager/CEO Shashi Kandambi on Wednesday received the Business Leader of the Year award at the CIMA-JXG Pinnacle Awa ..

COPA calls for audit on daily financial losses from train cancellations

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:06

The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has recommended that an audit be conducted on the daily financial loss incurred due to train cancellations. ..

At least 240 people, including those on ground, killed in Air India crash, official says

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:02

Ahmedabad, India (AP) — An Air India passenger plane bound for London crashed into a medical college in Ahmedabad after takeoff yesterday, killing a ..

Vidullanka breaks new ground with Sri Lanka’s first-ever listed Sukuk

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:00

By Janani Kandaramage Renewable energy company Vidullanka PLC yesterday announced the launch of the country’s first listed Sukuk, a Shariah-complia ..

LOFC announces mega Rs. 21 b share buy-back offer

Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:44

The LOLC Finance PLC (LOFC) Board of Directors in order to optimise its shareholder value while maintaining the company’s financial stability, has r ..

Hela Apparel divests two subsidiaries for Rs. 2.7 b as part of ongoing restructuring

Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:37

Hela Apparel Holdings PLC (HAH) has announced further progress in its ongoing strategic restructuring of its global operations. ..

Rs. 100 m allocation for key industrial and entrepreneurial initiatives

Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:35

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved allocating Rs. 100 million for a series of key initiatives aimed at boosting industrial a ..

World Bank cuts 2025 growth forecasts for 70% of economies

Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:32

Heightened trade tensions and policy uncertainty are expected to drive global growth down this year to its slowest pace since 2008 outside of outright ..

Strengthening cross-border finance from regulation to innovation

Thursday, 12 June 2025 01:11

International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) Executive Director Pradeep Ramakrishnan, brings over 27 years of regulatory and corporate e ..

IMF’s First Deputy MD to visit Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 11 June 2025 00:06

The International Monetary Fund’s First Deputy Managing Director (FDMD) Dr. Gita Gopinath is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka from 15 to 16 June 2025. ..

President woos German investments into Sri Lanka’s thriving tourism industry

Saturday, 14 June 2025 01:01

President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who is currently on an official visit to the Federal Republic of Germany, yesterday met with representatives of the ..

Colombo stock market turns negative over external factors

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:59

The Colombo stock market yesterday saw a sell-off of sorts largely influenced by external factors though early gains ensured a modest gain for the wee ..

CRIB goes digital to expand financial horizon

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:58

The Credit Rating Information Bureau of Sri Lanka (CRIB) last week laid out its digital roadmap towards greater inclusion, and unveiled plans to devel ..

Singapore’s Q Collection sets up apparel manufacturing operations in Sri Lanka with strategic support from Hela

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:55

Q Collection Ltd., a Singapore-based apparel manufacturer recognised for its operational excellence and product diversification, has announced the est ..

SriLankan Airlines revises European flight routes due to Middle East tensions

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:54

SriLankan Airlines yesterday said that due to escalating tensions in the Middle East and the closure of airspace in certain parts of the region, it ha ..

IRD reopens registration for Tourist VAT Refund Scheme retailers

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:54

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced the reopening of registration for authorised retailers under the Tourist VAT Refund Scheme (TVRS), o ..

Iran vows ‘powerful response’ to Israeli strikes, Trump urges deal

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:53

Iran yesterday vowed ‘powerful response’ to Israeli strikes whilst the latter’s ally US President Donald Trump has called for a deal. ..

Sri Lanka expresses deep concern over Israel-Iran tensions

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:52

Sri Lanka yesterday expressed deep concern by recent developments between Israel and Iran and urged both to engage in diplomatic efforts for reconcili ..

Global oil prices soar after Israel attacks Iran

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:50

Global oil prices have jumped after Israel said it had struck Iran, in a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East. ..

CIMA-JXG Pinnacle Awards 2025 adjudges Shashi Kandambi as Business Leader of the Year

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:10

National Savings Bank’s General Manager/CEO Shashi Kandambi on Wednesday received the Business Leader of the Year award at the CIMA-JXG Pinnacle Awa ..

Asia Securities among Top 5 Unit Trust Managers in first five years

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:08

Asia Securities’ wealth management arm emerged as one of the Top 5 Unit Trust Managers in Sri Lanka by the end of the 2024/25 financial year (FY), a ..

COPA calls for audit on daily financial losses from train cancellations

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:06

The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has recommended that an audit be conducted on the daily financial loss incurred due to train cancellations. ..

Banks breathe sigh of relief with landmark judgement by High Court

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:04

A recent landmark judgement of the Civil Appellate High Court by Justice Dr. D.F.H. Gunawardhana, with Justice Dr. Namal Balalle agreeing, has finally ..

At least 240 people, including those on ground, killed in Air India crash, official says

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:02

Ahmedabad, India (AP) — An Air India passenger plane bound for London crashed into a medical college in Ahmedabad after takeoff yesterday, killing a ..

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President Disanayake receives state welcome in Germany

Saturday, 14 June 2025 09:34

President Anura Kumara Disanayake was warmly received by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on June 11 during his official visit to Germany. ..

Cabinet approves resumption of Central Expressway Phase IV

Friday, 13 June 2025 11:55

Synergy Pharmaceuticals nears completion in Bingiriya

Thursday, 12 June 2025 20:38

Minister inspects grain warehouse in Buttala

Monday, 9 June 2025 09:32

Sri Lanka Customs denies allegations over controversial container release

Sunday, 8 June 2025 20:27

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Friday, 6 June 2025 09:44

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Muslim Choral Ensemble’s An-Nur 2025 unveils new path

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Thursday, 12 June 2025 04:12

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FT Lite

Sri Lanka’s National Latin Champions Ryan and Sharanya to represent nation in Moscow

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:11

Sri Lanka’s top Latin dance duo, Ryan Wijesundara and Sharanya Dias, will represent the nation at the prestigious ‘Summer Rhythms’ International ..

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ now showing in 13 cinemas

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:03

Celebrate Father’s Day in timeless style at The Kingsbury

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:00

Opinion and Issues

More bright remits for an Administration on the move

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:10

When troubles come, they come not single spies, but in battalions. Sri Lanka seems to have a sufficiency of such intruders these days. ..

Decapitation strike: Israel’s silent war to dismantle State sovereignty

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:00

Effective representation eludes Sri Lanka’s minorities

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:00

FT View - Editorial

War in ME would deal heavy blow to SL’s economy

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:00

Sri Lanka yesterday urged Israel and Iran to engage in diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Forei ..

SriLankan Airlines’ sudden publicity blitz amidst numerous complications

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:00

Presidential pardon scandal adds to Govt. woes

Thursday, 12 June 2025 01:21

Curtailing MPs’ pensions: Playing to the gallery

Wednesday, 11 June 2025 00:00

Love is not a crime

Tuesday, 10 June 2025 00:04

Dangerous precedent for judicial integrity

Monday, 9 June 2025 00:00

Special Report

President and experts dissect new Govt.’s maiden Budget 2025

Thursday, 20 February 2025 04:36

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Business News

Strengthening Sri Lanka’s apparel industry through social compliance: GTEX Workshop concludes in Colombo

Sri Lanka and Pakistan IT associations explore opportunities for bilateral collaboration

NDB Araliya unveils exciting gifts to celebrate women who empower nation

Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry to strengthen business relationship with Sri Lanka

Delmege and Shell Lubricants celebrate landmark partnership

Cabinet approves ratification of Stage I of WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement

Securing the legacy: Why planning and governance matter for family businesses

Dialog Awards 2024 celebrates excellence and innovation in partnership with MTI

Sri Lanka-Romania Business Forum signals strategic shift in bilateral trade

Ceylon Chamber to host exclusive B2B event with leading Swiss companies

Sanjaya Kalidasa appointed to LOLC Holdings Board

SLCBCC sheds light on efforts to grow bilateral trade with China

New coast management law to tackle unregulated beach development and align with tourism needs

CIMA appoints Tharindu Wijewardana as Sri Lanka Country Head

IDC names ASUS Sri Lanka’s no.1 consumer notebook company

Tax Awareness Day for liquor licencees on 14 June

EML Consultants taps New Zealand expertise to drive local innovation

AICPA & CIMA SHIFT25 Summit tomorrow

NCPC launches third International Conference and Cleaner Production Awards 2025

Sri Lanka Trade, Investment and Tourism Promotional Event successfully held in Mumbai

Advancing Sri Lanka’s role in regional arbitration

Ceylon Chamber to host high-level business delegation from Bangladesh for trade and investment talks

FT NEWS

Cardinal criticises Govt. of inaction on Easter Sunday probe

HRCSL recommends Public Security Ministry to pay Rs. 200,000 to Rusdi for violating fundamental rights

Hands off Iran, Communist Party of Sri Lanka tells Israel

ITAK secures power in Jaffna Municipal Council

Two COVID-related deaths reported in SL

Cabinet approves Rs. 110 m expansion of drug rehabilitation centre for youth in Peradeniya

Illicit cigarettes converted into electricity at ‘Waste-to-Energy Plant’ by Western Power Company

Cabinet clears construction of key infrastructure for Uva Wellassa University Faculty of Medicine

Govt. to facilitate Bohra Conference

India extends financial assistance for Nagapattinam-Kankesanthurai passenger ferry service for another year

BASL writes to AKD expressing concern over alleged irregular grant of Presidential Pardon

Tony Blair Institute officials meet Secretary to the President

Cabinet clears Rs. 500 m allocation for 16 new waste compactor trucks under ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ initiative

EU supports Election, Platform, and Information Integrity Global Summit in Colombo

Cabinet moves to strengthen State media through strategic realignment and modernisation

Cabinet approves draft legislation to promote Matara heritage and development

Decisive leadership needed to ensure changing minority political representation does not hinder claims for rights and justice in Sri Lanka

Lankadeepa Aloka Pooja at Thanthirimale for 22nd consecutive year

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Synergy Pharmaceuticals nears completion in Bingiriya

Minister inspects grain warehouse in Buttala

Today's Columnists

More bright remits for an Administration on the move

Effective representation eludes Sri Lanka’s minorities

Can Global South investments develop Sri Lanka?

Decapitation strike: Israel’s silent war to dismantle State sovereignty

Actor-politico Kamal Haasan in the eye of Tamil-Kannada “Thug Life” storm

Priority trade and competitiveness reforms for Sri Lanka – Part 3

What happens after you report online child abuse in Sri Lanka? Wake-up call to policymakers

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Know your rights, play your role: Powering our nation’s progress

Digital influencers and new age of marketing in Sri Lanka: Paradigm shift in brand engagement

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