Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:00

Dhammika Perera enters cement industry

By Nisthar Cassim Business leader Dhammika Perera has forayed into the competitive yet high-potential cement industry by acquiring a 51% controlling ..

Exports in 1Q grow by 6% to surpass $ 4 b mark

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:10

Sri Lanka’s export sector continues to show strong recovery and resilience, with performance in the first quarter of 2025 reaching over $ 4.2 billio ..

Japan’s Belluna marks decade of investment in Sri Lanka

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:06

Now functioning as an independent entity in Sri Lanka, Belluna Lanka said yesterday it is upholding its long-term dedication to growth and investment ..

NMSJ says inactivity of RTI Commission undermines anti-corruption efforts

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:02

The National Movement for Social Justice (NMSJ) has urged President Anura Kumara Disanayake to immediately address the current state of the Right to I ..

Apparel exports reach new high in March; shipments to US robust

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:40

Apparel exports have reached a new high in March and in the first quarter, an achievement which is likely to be overshadowed by the looming high duty ..

Disclosure of SL-India defence MoU requires Indian consent: Govt.

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:28

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday said Sri Lanka cannot unilaterally disclose the full contents of the recent Defence Coo ..

Govt. increases housing grant under ‘A house for you—A tomorrow for the country’ initiative

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:24

The Government has decided to increase the Government’s financial contribution from Rs. 650,000 to Rs. 1,000,000 per beneficiary under the national ..

UAE to support promotion of energy, tourism, investment and foreign employment sectors

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:20

United Arab Emirates (UAE) Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, yesterday stated that his country will ..

Sri Lanka charts new course for blue economy with launch of Marine Tourism Roadmap

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 03:36

Sri Lanka Tourism has taken a decisive step towards redefining its coastal economy and strengthening its tourism portfolio with the official launch of ..

SriLankan Airlines backs Sri Lanka’s first-ever Media Festival by SLIMFA

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 03:32

SriLankan Airlines has come forward to support Sri Lanka’s first-ever Media Festival organised by the Sri Lanka-India Media Friendship Association ( ..

Tea crop recovers in March; 1Q output at three-year high

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 03:26

Tea crop in March has recovered, posting a 25% gain, and first quarter output higher by 6.2%. ..

Economic sentiment shores up – survey

Monday, 21 April 2025 02:48

In its April edition, leading business magazine LMD reports: “Economic optimism has reached a six-month high amid heightened business activity.” ..

People’s Bank facilitates over 14.5 m transactions worth Rs. 205 b in Avurudu season

Monday, 21 April 2025 02:44

People’s Bank yesterday announced that during the Avurudu season between 1 and 15 April, it had facilitated over 14.5 million transactions valued at ..

Temporary tariff pause mitigates trade contraction, but strong downside risks persist: WTO

Monday, 21 April 2025 02:41

The volume of world merchandise trade is expected to decline by 0.2% in 2025 under current conditions, nearly 3% lower than what would have been expec ..

Gold prices hit record high

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:20

By Charumini de Silva Gold prices in Sri Lanka yesterday saw a sharp increase, rising by Rs. 22,000 in just one day. The price of one sovereign (eigh ..

VAT exemptions for locally sourced milk, yogurt and naphtha

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:12

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) yesterday confirmed that locally produced liquid milk and yoghurt are now exempted from Value Added Tax (VAT). T ..

SL, US to make joint statement on tariff resolution: AKD

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:08

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday announced that Sri Lanka and the US are to make a joint statement on the resolution of the reciprocal tari ..

Cabinet nod to ease registration process for electric tuk-tuks

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:04

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday (21) approved introducing new provisions for the registration of electric motor tricycles (tuk-tuks) amending the M ..

Govt. plans countrywide water-based transport and tourism boost via feasibility study

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:00

In a fresh move to capitalise on the vast network of inland waterways and coastal routes, the Cabinet of Ministers this week gave its green light to c ..

Sri Lanka rolls dice on establishing gambling regulatory authority

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:30

In a bold step toward streamlining gaming and betting laws, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved publishing the draft Bill on Gambling Sports R ..

Cabinet Spokesman urges patience in Easter attacks investigations

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:26

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday urged the public and political actors not to undermine the ongoing investigations into ..

Dnata Airport Services gets UL’s 3-year Melbourne ground handling deal

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:22

Dubai-based Dnata Airport Services Ltd., has won the contract to provide ground handling services (passenger, ground handling and cargo handling) to t ..

Apparel industry urges swift policy action ahead of EU’s stricter GSP+ review

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 03:39

As Sri Lanka’s export economy continues to navigate turbulent global trade currents, the apparel industry is intensifying its focus on retaining pre ..

Pope Francis dies aged 88 day after Easter

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 03:34

CNN: Pope Francis, a voice for the poor who overcame fierce resistance to reshape the Catholic Church, died on Easter Monday at the age of 88, the Vat ..

Transparency International SL welcomes passage of Proceeds of Crime Act

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 03:27

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has welcomed the passage of the Proceeds of Crime Act, which was approved by Parliament on 8 April. ..

Rs. 600 m rights issue of Lankem Developments snapped up

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 03:25

The Rs. 600 million worth rights issue of Lankem Developments PLC has been oversubscribed. ..

SLIC General achieves outstanding financial results in FY24

Monday, 21 April 2025 02:45

Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd., (SLICGL) has announced the achievement of an outstanding performance in 2024, reinforcing its strength a ..

Govt. pushes bold industrial revival amid economic uncertainty

Monday, 21 April 2025 02:42

The Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Ministry has launched an ambitious reform drive in the first quarter of 2025, seeking to revitalise the ..

SEC issues notice of caution on Wealthy Minds Academy over reckless conduct

Monday, 21 April 2025 02:39

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a notice of caution on Wealthy Minds Academy Ltd., and two of its directors for their reckless ..

IRD introduces major changes to VAT law to boost compliance

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:14

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) recently announced significant changes to the Value Added Tax (VAT) Act No. 14 of 2022, following the official cer ..

SL welcomes over 93,000 tourists in 1H of April, pushing YTD arrivals to over 816,000

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:10

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is showing strong signs of growth momentum in 2025, with nearly 94,000 visitors welcomed in the first half of April, pr ..

Exports in 1Q grow by 6% to surpass $ 4 b mark

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:10

Sri Lanka’s export sector continues to show strong recovery and resilience, with performance in the first quarter of 2025 reaching over $ 4.2 billio ..

SL, US to make joint statement on tariff resolution: AKD

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:08

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday announced that Sri Lanka and the US are to make a joint statement on the resolution of the reciprocal tari ..

Japan’s Belluna marks decade of investment in Sri Lanka

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:06

Now functioning as an independent entity in Sri Lanka, Belluna Lanka said yesterday it is upholding its long-term dedication to growth and investment ..

Cabinet nod to ease registration process for electric tuk-tuks

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:04

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday (21) approved introducing new provisions for the registration of electric motor tricycles (tuk-tuks) amending the M ..

NMSJ says inactivity of RTI Commission undermines anti-corruption efforts

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:02

The National Movement for Social Justice (NMSJ) has urged President Anura Kumara Disanayake to immediately address the current state of the Right to I ..

Govt. plans countrywide water-based transport and tourism boost via feasibility study

Thursday, 24 April 2025 00:00

In a fresh move to capitalise on the vast network of inland waterways and coastal routes, the Cabinet of Ministers this week gave its green light to c ..

Apparel exports reach new high in March; shipments to US robust

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:40

Apparel exports have reached a new high in March and in the first quarter, an achievement which is likely to be overshadowed by the looming high duty ..

Sri Lanka rolls dice on establishing gambling regulatory authority

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:30

In a bold step toward streamlining gaming and betting laws, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved publishing the draft Bill on Gambling Sports R ..

Disclosure of SL-India defence MoU requires Indian consent: Govt.

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:28

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday said Sri Lanka cannot unilaterally disclose the full contents of the recent Defence Coo ..

Cabinet Spokesman urges patience in Easter attacks investigations

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:26

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday urged the public and political actors not to undermine the ongoing investigations into ..

Govt. increases housing grant under ‘A house for you—A tomorrow for the country’ initiative

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:24

The Government has decided to increase the Government’s financial contribution from Rs. 650,000 to Rs. 1,000,000 per beneficiary under the national ..

Dnata Airport Services gets UL’s 3-year Melbourne ground handling deal

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:22

Dubai-based Dnata Airport Services Ltd., has won the contract to provide ground handling services (passenger, ground handling and cargo handling) to t ..

UAE to support promotion of energy, tourism, investment and foreign employment sectors

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:20

United Arab Emirates (UAE) Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, yesterday stated that his country will ..

Apparel industry urges swift policy action ahead of EU’s stricter GSP+ review

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 03:39

As Sri Lanka’s export economy continues to navigate turbulent global trade currents, the apparel industry is intensifying its focus on retaining pre ..

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Sri Lanka plans water-based tourism and transport projects

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 21:41

The Sri Lankan government has approved a proposal to explore the use of the country’s inland waterways and coastline for tourism and urban passenger ..

Sri Lanka moves to regulate gambling sports with new oversight authority

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 21:10

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Friday, 11 April 2025 03:48

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Browns wins Sri Lanka Technology Excellence Award for latest IoT ideation

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:08

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Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:06

Dialog Enterprise partners NCE to enable digital transformation of exporters

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:04

FT Lite

Gratiaen Trust announces panel of judges for 32nd Gratiaen Prize and H.A.I. Goonetileke Prize for Translation

Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:13

The Gratiaen Trust, in association with the John Keells Foundation, has announced the distinguished panel of judges for Sri Lanka’s most prestigious ..

Traditional Japanese musical concert, cultural performance

Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:12

The Women Behind the Vows: Heartfelt celebration honouring women powering wedding industry

Saturday, 5 April 2025 00:11

Opinion and Issues

Parate execution: Expiry of suspension and the way forward

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:36

The Government previously announced the suspension of “parate action” which was in existence will not be extended beyond 31 March 2025. This has n ..

Building a China-Sri Lanka community with a shared future

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:30

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Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:28

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Postal Department should exist for benefit of masses

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 00:00

Last week, Postal Trade Unions Front Co-convener Chinthaka Bandara had remarked that the introduction of the GovPay online system – which enables di ..

Time to stop playing politics with Easter Day terror attacks investigation

Tuesday, 22 April 2025 02:53

Linking with South Indian states for economic prosperity

Monday, 21 April 2025 00:10

Sanity check on more handouts

Friday, 18 April 2025 00:00

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Thursday, 17 April 2025 01:45

Despair from Trump tariffs

Friday, 11 April 2025 00:46

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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Business News

SL’s economy outpaces growth projections, more efforts needed to reduce poverty, spur growth: WB

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WB says South Asia’s growth prospects dimming amid global uncertainty

Leema Creations embraces solar energy

BOI globally benchmarked for promoting gender equity and women empowerment

McLarens Group leads initiative to elevate occupational health and safety

Sri Lankan agricultural products promoted at World Food Poland 2025

Hayleys Fentons to deliver cutting-edge manufacturing facility for USA-funded Shield Restraint Systems

Baurs appoints Gehan Seneviratne as new Board Director Alternate

Sri Lanka DGCA assumes Chairmanship of COSCAP – South Asia

Ceyline Group and Lion Brewery forge sustainable future with eco-friendly warehousing and distribution

NCE congratulates Government and EDB for timely intervention on US tariffs

Rizan Jiffrey appointed to BPPL Holdings Board

IPC India conducts first-ever Wire Harness Competition and technical session in collaboration with EDB

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Sri Lanka eyes green economy transition but funding gaps hinder progress

MegaPay’s Pay&Go directly integrates with LECO to revolutionise bill payments

Port City Colombo Privilege Card launched

Sri Lanka-China Friendship Association expresses concerns over new US tariffs on China

European Union Ambassador delivers powerful message at Pathfinder Roundtable

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Kamal Amarasinghe appointed as Commissioner General of Motor Traffic

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President AKD condoles demise of Pope Francis

Food Security Committee convenes for sixth time

President directs Easter Sunday attacks Commission report to CID

Justice delayed is justice denied: Muslim groups issue statement on sixth anniversary of Easter attacks

President promises fair price for farmers; Rs. 5 b for paddy purchases

Heat index to hit ‘caution level’ in Sri Lanka

Police probe photo of Buddha tooth relic

IMRA Awards Night an astounding success yet again

President pledges to resolve Sri Lanka-India fishing dispute

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