Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:52

10-year National Tourism Policy soon

Tourism Minister Harin Fernando said yesterday that the much-awaited 10-year National Tourism Policy is being finalised and will be unveiled during th ..

ADB approves $ 350 m for Sri Lanka economic stabilisation program

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:51

Special policy-based loan to provide budget support ..

May achieves monthly arrivals target regardless of season

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:48

Despite it being an off-peak month, May achieved its monthly arrivals target comfortably. The strong tourism rebound is expected to continue well into ..

Advantis and Cordelia Cruises unite to unleash ultimate cruising experience in Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:47

The transportation and logistics arm of the Hayleys Group, Advantis, announced a ground-breaking partnership with India’s top cruise line, Cordelia ..

Building on President’s message in Tokyo, Harsha calls for greater trade integration

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:26

Speaking in Parliament last week, SJB MP Dr. Harsha de Silva called for a mindset change in the house and urged greater trade integration for debt sus ..

BOI processes $ 604 m investment projects up to May

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:22

Investment Promotion State Minister Dilum Amunugama on Friday revealed that $ 604 million worth of projects had been processed by the Board of Investm ..

Proposal to set up new court to prosecute tax evaders

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:19

Finance State Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya yesterday said it has been proposed to set up a new court to hear cases relating to taxes. ..

Higher fuel quotas from Wednesday

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:15

The weekly fuel quotas will be increased from midnight on Tuesday (30), Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera announced yesterday. ..

Exclusion of women from National Labour Advisory Council comes under fire

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:13

The exclusion of women from the tripartite National Labour Advisory Council (NLAC) has come under fire by 150 activist individuals and 55 organisation ..

Importance of LPI ranking for shipping and logistics industry: CASA views and contribution

Monday, 29 May 2023 00:16

The Logistics Performance Index 2023 was published recently which has ranked the countries based on 4 categories namely; ..

Balendra optimistic of SL on path to recovery; significant upward ‘re-rating’ of JKH performance

Saturday, 27 May 2023 01:52

Leading blue chip John Keells Holdings (JKH) has expressed optimism on Sri Lanka’s recovery if the country successfully pursues its first ever funda ..

Public Services Commission closes disciplinary inquiry into Dr. Shafi

Saturday, 27 May 2023 01:50

Asks Health Secretary to reassign Dr. Shafi to Kurunegala Hospital Says discipline-related allegations against the doctor were not proven in reports ..

Food insecurity improves but prevails within specific regions: FAO-WFP

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:50

Food security in Sri Lanka is improving across all provinces, according to the Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) Report jointly carrie ..

SOE Reform: Time for serious corporate governance says Ravi K.

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:48

State owned Enterprises (SOEs) are set to undergo reforms and other public enterprises engaged in commercial activities face performance optimisation ..

Prabath J. Malavige new MD at SLPA

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:46

Prabath J. Malavige has been appointed as the new Managing Director of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority by Ports, Shipping and Aviation Minister Nimal Si ..

THASL Chief stresses need for fair competitive market rate for city hotels

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:24

The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL) President and Colombo City Tourist Hotels Association (CCTHA) former President M. Shanthikumar yesterday s ..

Ayodhya Perera to take over as new MD at Sampath Bank from July

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:20

Sampath Bank has formally announced the appointment of Ayodhya Iddawela Perera as the new Managing Director with effect from 1 July 2023. ..

Hemas operating profit grows by over 60% to Rs. 11; higher finance cost, taxation keep net profit flat

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:16

Hemas Holdings has seen a healthy 62% rise in Operating Profit to Rs. 11 billion in FY23 on the back of a 44.5% gain in revenue to Rs. 114 billion but ..

Healthcare, consumer and agri propel Sunshine Holdings’ strong FY23 performance

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:14

Diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate Sunshine Holdings recorded resilient revenue growth in a challenging macroeconomic environment, reporting notable ..

Insurance Regulatory Commission lifts suspension on Co-operative Insurance Company

Monday, 29 May 2023 00:24

The Insurance Regulatory Commission (IRCSL), has lifted the suspension of business activities imposed on Co-operative Insurance Company PLC with effec ..

CSE ends week with marginal loss

Saturday, 27 May 2023 01:52

The Colombo stock market ended another week of losses though marginal in comparison to the previous week amidst lacklustre investor activity. During ..

Eran submits private members Bill to make declaration of assets and liabilities public

Saturday, 27 May 2023 01:51

SJB MP Eran Wickra-maratne yesterday submitted a private members Bill to amend the Declaration of Assets and Liabilities Law, ..

FT-ICCSL, SLID webinar today on digital transformation and economic growth

Saturday, 27 May 2023 01:49

The Daily FT - SLID and the International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka together with the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors, ACCA, C ..

ADB approves $ 350 m for Sri Lanka economic stabilisation program

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:51

Special policy-based loan to provide budget support ..

Food insecurity improves but prevails within specific regions: FAO-WFP

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:50

Food security in Sri Lanka is improving across all provinces, according to the Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) Report jointly carrie ..

May achieves monthly arrivals target regardless of season

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:48

Despite it being an off-peak month, May achieved its monthly arrivals target comfortably. The strong tourism rebound is expected to continue well into ..

SOE Reform: Time for serious corporate governance says Ravi K.

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:48

State owned Enterprises (SOEs) are set to undergo reforms and other public enterprises engaged in commercial activities face performance optimisation ..

Advantis and Cordelia Cruises unite to unleash ultimate cruising experience in Sri Lanka

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:47

The transportation and logistics arm of the Hayleys Group, Advantis, announced a ground-breaking partnership with India’s top cruise line, Cordelia ..

Prabath J. Malavige new MD at SLPA

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 01:46

Prabath J. Malavige has been appointed as the new Managing Director of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority by Ports, Shipping and Aviation Minister Nimal Si ..

Building on President’s message in Tokyo, Harsha calls for greater trade integration

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:26

Speaking in Parliament last week, SJB MP Dr. Harsha de Silva called for a mindset change in the house and urged greater trade integration for debt sus ..

THASL Chief stresses need for fair competitive market rate for city hotels

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:24

The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL) President and Colombo City Tourist Hotels Association (CCTHA) former President M. Shanthikumar yesterday s ..

BOI processes $ 604 m investment projects up to May

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:22

Investment Promotion State Minister Dilum Amunugama on Friday revealed that $ 604 million worth of projects had been processed by the Board of Investm ..

Ayodhya Perera to take over as new MD at Sampath Bank from July

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:20

Sampath Bank has formally announced the appointment of Ayodhya Iddawela Perera as the new Managing Director with effect from 1 July 2023. ..

Proposal to set up new court to prosecute tax evaders

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:19

Finance State Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya yesterday said it has been proposed to set up a new court to hear cases relating to taxes. ..

Hemas operating profit grows by over 60% to Rs. 11; higher finance cost, taxation keep net profit flat

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:16

Hemas Holdings has seen a healthy 62% rise in Operating Profit to Rs. 11 billion in FY23 on the back of a 44.5% gain in revenue to Rs. 114 billion but ..

Higher fuel quotas from Wednesday

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:15

The weekly fuel quotas will be increased from midnight on Tuesday (30), Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera announced yesterday. ..

Healthcare, consumer and agri propel Sunshine Holdings’ strong FY23 performance

Monday, 29 May 2023 01:14

Diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate Sunshine Holdings recorded resilient revenue growth in a challenging macroeconomic environment, reporting notable ..

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Faculty of Medicine at Uva Wellassa University to commence activities within this year

Monday, 29 May 2023 22:13

The new Medical Faculty of the Uva Wellassa University in the Uva province will begin its academic activities before the end of this year, Ports, Ship ..

Courtyard by Marriott Colombo hosts Sri Lanka Open 2023 Pro-Am Golf Tournament

Sunday, 28 May 2023 18:40

Suspended highway development projects will be restarted under ADB assistance: Transport Minister

Saturday, 27 May 2023 23:23

President spearheads Sri Lanka’s economic revival and seeks Japanese investment

Saturday, 27 May 2023 21:44

Enhanced air and sea travel infrastructure to foster tourism in the East

Saturday, 27 May 2023 00:57

Overcoming economic hardships: Hemas inspiring story

Friday, 26 May 2023 10:44

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Monday, 22 May 2023 00:00

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Wednesday, 17 May 2023 00:00

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Tuesday, 30 May 2023 00:00

Huawei advances government and public digitalisation in APAC countries, with partners up to 300

Thursday, 25 May 2023 01:13

Dialog successfully trials Wi-Fi 6 powered by 5G via drones

Thursday, 25 May 2023 01:11

FT Lite

Malaysian puberty horror movie wins top Cannes prize

Saturday, 27 May 2023 00:33

CANNES (AFP): A Malaysian movie with a gruesome and funny look at puberty won the top award of the Cannes Film Festival’s Critics’ Week. Amanda ..

Sri Lanka’s ultimate shopping destination Havelock City Mall to open in August

Saturday, 27 May 2023 00:31

Rajeev Abeysekara bags Sony World Photography Awards 2023 SL title

Saturday, 27 May 2023 00:30

Opinion and Issues

Artificial Intelligence and its applications

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 00:10

There are many fascinating words floating in political and social media viz: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Machine ..

What is ‘poverty alleviation’ in Sri Lanka?

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 00:01

A time for reckoning

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 00:00

FT View - Editorial

No right to laugh

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 00:00

In yet another brazen violation of a citizen’s right to free speech a stand-up comedian was arrested by the police for a joke she made on stage. Nat ..

No lessons learnt from Dr. Shafi affair

Monday, 29 May 2023 00:01

State health sector needs immediate attention

Saturday, 27 May 2023 00:00

The funds from yonder shores

Friday, 26 May 2023 02:08

Stop the abuse of parliamentary privilege

Thursday, 25 May 2023 02:26

Enriching agriculture exports

Wednesday, 24 May 2023 00:00

Special Report

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Tuesday, 30 May 2023 00:00

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Women leaders share wisdom for effective empowerment

Tuesday, 18 April 2023 17:06

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Tuesday, 21 March 2023 01:12

Business News

Laugfs Group sets up new strategy division

DIMO enhances digital presence with new user-friendly website

Sri Lanka, Japan private sector commit to boost ties during President’s visit to Tokyo

Tea crop improves marginally in April

SL Economic Association mourns loss of senior member Sarath Vidanagama

Dialog Axiata awarded Forrester’s Customer-Obsessed Enterprise Award for Asia Pacific region

Build SL International Expo 2023 opens in Colombo

Three Sinha Group honoured with Gold for Best Inquiries Management System at INCO 2023

‘Thilakawardhana’ Group of Companies precludes exclusive use of name by third party

Dialog announces upgraded Power Plans for post-paid customers

Dubai Multi Commodities Centre organises webinar ‘Made for Trade Live – Sri Lanka in Focus’

National Chamber hosts 16-member Indian food and agri delegation

Browns Hotels and Resorts unveils Thaala Bentota a blend of rhythm and luxury

Sri Lanka will apply to join RCEP trade bloc: President Wickremesinghe

National Chamber of Commerce successfully concludes bilateral session with Maldives

SLFPA joins forces with LEED+ Project to foster inclusive value chains in agro-food processing sector

IronOne Technologies appoints former Ambassador Manori Unambuwe as Vice President to drive global expansion

Chulendra De Silva appointed to Global Sustainability Standards Board

Rakhil appointed as Daraz Group Chief Corporate Affairs Officer

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President orders creation of police unit to probe groups threatening religious harmony

Hate speech: Mano Ganesan demands equal application of law for Buddhist clergy

Government medical officer Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa

NPP to renew fight for LG polls on 8 June

Stand-up comedian Nathasha Edirisuriya remanded

President will not allow spread of racial and religious disharmony: Wajira

G.L. files legal action against SLPP AGM

Asia Foundation, University of Colombo sign MoU to develop courses on mediation and commercial mediation

Cross-party discussion on Anti-Corruption Bill

Ajahn Brahmavamso in Sri Lanka on a very busy schedule

MP Ali Sabri to lose parliamentary seat?

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Faculty of Medicine at Uva Wellassa University to commence activities within this year

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Suspended highway development projects will be restarted under ADB assistance: Transport Minister

President spearheads Sri Lanka’s economic revival and seeks Japanese investment

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Artificial Intelligence and its applications

What is ‘poverty alleviation’ in Sri Lanka?

IMF bailout: Will enforced austerity lead to a fascist government?

Creating value from waste: A waste management suggestion

Academic and intellectual frauds appear to have impunity in Sri Lanka

Halfway to COP28: The 2023 Bonn Climate Change Conference

Mandating confusion and eroding clarity

Roadmap for economically sustainable future in the Indo-Pacific

Aragalaya, political Buddhism and Ranilocracy

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