Wednesday, 14 May 2025 00:00

Tourism earnings gain, but momentum slips without marketing pull

Sri Lanka’s tourism earnings in April registered $ 256.7 million, reflecting a 13.8% increase year-on-year (YoY), but also marking the lowest monthl ..

HNB Group demonstrates resilience and growth momentum

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:16

HNB said yesterday it continued its growth trajectory in Q1 2025, recording a YoY growth of 49% in Group Profit After Tax (PAT) and a 64% growth in Ba ..

Workers’ remittances record highest-ever April inflow

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:08

Workers’ remittances hit a record high for the month of April, surging to $ 646.1 million, marking the second consecutive month of record inflows fo ..

Salt shortage sparks price surge amid import delays

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:04

The Salt Producers’ Association yesterday warned that a delay in the arrival of imported stocks has led to a shortage in the market, triggering a sh ..

Trump secures $ 600 b in investments from Saudi Arabia

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:00

President Donald Trump has secured $ 600 billion in investment commitments during a summit in Saudi Arabia, according to the White House. ..

US, SL mark 20 years of port security cooperation with Colombo radiation detection upgrade

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 00:01

US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung recently commissioned new radiation detection equipment at Port of Colombo, provided by the US Department of En ..

Govt. begins second batch of bidding for 27 more luxury vehicles

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:45

Presidential Secretariat yesterday announced the commencement of second batch of bidding for the sale of 27 luxury and decommissioned vehicles. ..

Policy approval for revised Bills of Exchange Amendment Bill

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:44

The Cabinet of Ministers on Wednesday granted policy approval to publish the revised draft of the Bills of Exchange (Amendment) Act in the Government ..

Mixed sentiment at Colombo stock market

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:44

The Colombo stock market yesterday ended the week with mixed sentiment. ..

No FT due to Vesak holidays

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:43

The Daily FT will not be published on Monday 12 May and Tuesday 13 May in view of Vesak holidays. ..

Trade war hits emerging market growth, weaker dollar eases some risks: Report

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:42

Emerging-market (EM) issuers are variously exposed to direct and indirect impacts from the global trade war, Fitch Ratings says in a new report. Credi ..

Govt. records nearly Rs. 500 b budget deficit in Q1

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:28

The Government has registered a budget deficit of Rs. 498.28 billion in the first quarter of 2025, as per the Statement of Government Financial Perfor ..

World Bank and ADB extend $ 60 m investment package for power transmission projects

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:24

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Wednesday approved moving forward with a $ 60 million investment package aimed at upgrading the country ..

Mastercard and LankaPay unveil three-fold plan to accelerate Sri Lanka’s digital economy

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:20

Reaffirming their commitment to bolstering Sri Lanka’s digital economy, Mastercard and LankaPay, the national payment network of Sri Lanka, have ann ..

NPP tops Colombo Municipal Council, but falls short of majority

Thursday, 8 May 2025 05:11

The National People’s Power (NPP) has emerged as the leading party in the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC), securing 48 seats. It polled over 81,000 ..

SLT-Mobitel surges ahead with robust Q1 2025 profit growth

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:10

The SLT Group has reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 2,001 million for the first quarter ended 31 March, a surge from Rs. 156 million in Q1 2024 ..

AKD welcomes Indo-Pak truce

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:06

President Anura Kumara Disanayake has welcomed the truce between India and Pakistan. Issuing a statement, the President said an immediate ceasefire i ..

Trump says US-China relations ‘reset’ as markets surge on tariff pause

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:02

US President Donald Trump says the US has achieved a “total reset” in relations with China after both countries agreed to reduce tariffs on each o ..

SriLankan Cargo secures South Asia’s first IATA Lithium Battery Certification

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 00:10

SriLankan Cargo, the air freight arm of SriLankan Airlines, has become South Asia’s first airline cargo division to secure the prestigious CEIV Lith ..

Govt. renews push to finalise legal framework for Sri Lanka Food Science and Technology Agency

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:45

The Government this week decided to expedite the finalisation of a draft bill to legalise the Sri Lanka Food Science and Technology Agency through an ..

Cabinet approves to gazette draft bills to raise national minimum wage for private sector employees

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:45

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Wednesday approved the publication of revised draft bills in the Government Gazette, after which they wil ..

Procurement of Amphotericin B to treat life-threatening fungal infections gets Cabinet nod

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:44

The Cabinet of Ministers on Wednesday approved the procurement of 30,000 vials of 50 mg Liposomal Amphotericin B, a critical antifungal medication use ..

Cabinet green lights draft bill to bring Samurdhi Banks under Govt. audit

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:43

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Wednesday approved publishing a draft bill amending the Samurdhi Act No. 1 of 2013 in the Government Gaze ..

Cabinet clears partial procurement of knee replacement systems amid limited bidding response

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:43

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Wednesday approved proceeding with the partial procurement of Total Knee Replacement (TKR) component sets ..

Sri Lanka engages ADB leadership on challenges in ‘sustaining hard-earned gains’

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:30

A Sri Lankan delegation attending the 58th Annual Meeting of Asian Development Bank (ADB) has met with ADB President Masato Kanda and other senior off ..

Govt. maintains neutral stance amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:26

The Government yesterday affirmed its non-aligned position amidst a potential escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan, stating that the coun ..

Cabinet approves exploration of four petroleum and gas blocks in Mannar Basin

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:22

In a renewed push to attract foreign investment into the energy sector, the Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Wednesday approved the exploratio ..

NPP to lead over 250 local councils with clean governance: Tilvin

Thursday, 8 May 2025 05:13

Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) General Secretary Tilvin Silva yesterday said that the ruling party— the National People’s Power (NPP)—intends t ..

World Bank Group to boost jobs and private sector growth in SL with $ 1 b support package

Thursday, 8 May 2025 05:06

The World Bank Group yesterday announced a major initiative to support job creation and unlock private sector growth in Sri Lanka, backed by more than ..

HNB Group demonstrates resilience and growth momentum

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:16

HNB said yesterday it continued its growth trajectory in Q1 2025, recording a YoY growth of 49% in Group Profit After Tax (PAT) and a 64% growth in Ba ..

SLT-Mobitel surges ahead with robust Q1 2025 profit growth

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:10

The SLT Group has reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 2,001 million for the first quarter ended 31 March, a surge from Rs. 156 million in Q1 2024 ..

Workers’ remittances record highest-ever April inflow

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:08

Workers’ remittances hit a record high for the month of April, surging to $ 646.1 million, marking the second consecutive month of record inflows fo ..

AKD welcomes Indo-Pak truce

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:06

President Anura Kumara Disanayake has welcomed the truce between India and Pakistan. Issuing a statement, the President said an immediate ceasefire i ..

Salt shortage sparks price surge amid import delays

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:04

The Salt Producers’ Association yesterday warned that a delay in the arrival of imported stocks has led to a shortage in the market, triggering a sh ..

Trump says US-China relations ‘reset’ as markets surge on tariff pause

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:02

US President Donald Trump says the US has achieved a “total reset” in relations with China after both countries agreed to reduce tariffs on each o ..

Trump secures $ 600 b in investments from Saudi Arabia

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 01:00

President Donald Trump has secured $ 600 billion in investment commitments during a summit in Saudi Arabia, according to the White House. ..

SriLankan Cargo secures South Asia’s first IATA Lithium Battery Certification

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 00:10

SriLankan Cargo, the air freight arm of SriLankan Airlines, has become South Asia’s first airline cargo division to secure the prestigious CEIV Lith ..

US, SL mark 20 years of port security cooperation with Colombo radiation detection upgrade

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 00:01

US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung recently commissioned new radiation detection equipment at Port of Colombo, provided by the US Department of En ..

Govt. renews push to finalise legal framework for Sri Lanka Food Science and Technology Agency

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:45

The Government this week decided to expedite the finalisation of a draft bill to legalise the Sri Lanka Food Science and Technology Agency through an ..

Govt. begins second batch of bidding for 27 more luxury vehicles

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:45

Presidential Secretariat yesterday announced the commencement of second batch of bidding for the sale of 27 luxury and decommissioned vehicles. ..

Cabinet approves to gazette draft bills to raise national minimum wage for private sector employees

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:45

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Wednesday approved the publication of revised draft bills in the Government Gazette, after which they wil ..

Policy approval for revised Bills of Exchange Amendment Bill

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:44

The Cabinet of Ministers on Wednesday granted policy approval to publish the revised draft of the Bills of Exchange (Amendment) Act in the Government ..

Procurement of Amphotericin B to treat life-threatening fungal infections gets Cabinet nod

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:44

The Cabinet of Ministers on Wednesday approved the procurement of 30,000 vials of 50 mg Liposomal Amphotericin B, a critical antifungal medication use ..

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Vesak Bhakti Gee Recital held at Presidential Secretariat

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 19:33

The “Vesak Bhakti Gee Saraniya” was held at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo, coinciding with the Buddha Rashmi Vesak Zone. ..

Industry Expo 2025 to showcase Sri Lanka’s industrial strength

Monday, 12 May 2025 13:50

Government moves to raise private sector minimum wages

Friday, 9 May 2025 10:11

World Bank President visits Sri Lanka after nearly two decades

Friday, 9 May 2025 08:45

Sri Lanka and Vietnam sign key cooperation agreements

Monday, 5 May 2025 20:18

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Monday, 5 May 2025 19:46

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Vesak lights up Colombo: A city in reflection and celebration

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 00:00

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Wednesday, 7 May 2025 00:00

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IT / Telecom / Tech

FITIS appoints new Board for 2025/2026

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:10

Sri Lanka faces rising cyber threats as Kaspersky detects over 8.6 m web threats in 2024

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:06

Rootcode partners Portugal to launch smart farming AI and IoT system

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:06

FT Lite

Honoring mothers with thoughtful experiences at Hilton Sri Lanka

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:00

This Mothers’ Day, Hilton Sri Lanka invites guests to celebrate the heart and soul of the family with thoughtfully curated experiences. From indulge ..

Cinnamon Grand unveils culinary celebration with Chef Phillip Davenport

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:00

Fabulous prizes for all at Paw-Sperity Raffle Draw

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:00

Opinion and Issues

National disgrace that demands immediate action

Thursday, 15 May 2025 00:20

Yesterday’s news carried a deeply troubling report from Ella that should concern every Sri Lankan citizen invested in our nation’s recovery and re ..

Sri Lanka energy crisis: The future

Thursday, 15 May 2025 00:00

University ragging: Sub-cultural practice that should not be there

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 00:55

FT View - Editorial

Those in Government need to be more proactive

Thursday, 15 May 2025 00:00

The Late Queen Elizabeth famously said, “I have to be seen to be believed.” This is not only true of members of the British royal family but all p ..

Government’s arrogance comes under scrutiny

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 00:00

SL: No country for children and youth

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:00

Not prime ministerial Madam Premier

Friday, 9 May 2025 00:00

NPP popularity dips in first electoral test

Thursday, 8 May 2025 03:27

First-of-its-kind local council election

Wednesday, 7 May 2025 00:00

Special Report

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

Thursday, 20 February 2025 04:36

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday participated as the Chief Guest at the 15th consecutive post-Budget forum organised by the Daily FT, in p ..

President AKD presents Budget 2025

Tuesday, 18 February 2025 03:18

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Monday, 23 September 2024 00:50

Business News

DIMO wins at Mercedes-Benz Service Excellence Regional Award Ceremony

AmCham Bootcamp 2025 kicks off in cooperation with US Embassy

SLID launches enhanced IT Governance Masterclass to empower Board Directors in digital era

Regen Renewables marks 12 years of innovation, impact, and over 80MW of solar power across Sri Lanka

Applications open for Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 awards

US assumes Presidency of Colombo Plan Council

Dinesh meets World Bank Group Chief

Embassy in Doha organises networking event for promotion of foreign remittances to Sri Lanka

INSEE Ecocycle recognised at BMPC Awards 2025 with dual honours

NDB Bank reinforces financial resilience with trusted Gold Loan solutions

Court of Appeal stays proposed seizure of mandarin consignments

WCIC felicitates Founder Members and Past Chairpersons in honour of 40th anniversary milestone

Sri Lanka – Korea Business Council hosts dialogue on “Sri Lanka’s Export Prospect? Challenges. Opportunities. Reforms”

Singapore’s One World Duty Free extends support to Port City Colombo’s promotional drive at The Mall

Expert committee to review and reform Nanotechnology and Biotechnology Institutes

CTC celebrates exceptional achievements at Pinnacle Awards 2025

US provides radiation detection equipment to Colombo Port

Emirates Group achieves record profit of $ 6.2 b

COYLE welcomes new Chairman Manjula Wijesundera: Ushering in a year of international growth

LAUGFS Holdings appoints Dr.Ravi Edirisinghe as Group MD/CEO

Sri Lanka-France Business Council Members’ Day hosted by French Ambassador

Durairatnam joins Tokyo Cement Company Board

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Police Committee to probe bus accident in Gerandi Ella; death toll rises to 23

Technical specialist committee to study establishment of independent Public Prosecutor’s Office

Cabinet grants policy approval to amend Control of Pesticides Act

Indian High Commission organises ‘Dhamma Rupa’ special exhibition on Buddhist sculptural heritage

Y. G. Gnanathilake appointed as Surveyor General

Celebrating “Our Children” on International Day to End Corporal Punishment

NCPA launches special probe into Kotahena teen’s death

Samantha Ranasinghe sworn in as MP

Bell 212 crash claims six lives

Establishment of Sri Lanka-India Parliamentary Friendship Association in 10th Parliament of Sri Lanka

Deshabandu summoned before Parliamentary inquiry committee

Sri Lanka at inaugural WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai, India

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Civil Society Organisations urge Govt. to recommit to Open Government Partnership amid risk of expulsion

Election Commission begins notifying political parties to name new Chairpersons to LG bodies

Cardinal Prevost elected Pope Leo XIV, first US pontiff

No barrier to form councils without clear majority: Official

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World Bank President visits Sri Lanka after nearly two decades

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Government moves to raise private sector minimum wages

World Bank President visits Sri Lanka after nearly two decades

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National disgrace that demands immediate action

University ragging: Sub-cultural practice that should not be there

Missing the wood for the trees; Local Government elections are about the trees and not the wood

Why victim advocacy and multidisciplinary teams are not optional – they are life-saving

Combating child abuse and ragging in Lankan educational institutions: Collective responsibility

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