Friday, 13 September 2024 00:00

Tourist arrivals top 1.4 m mark despite visa crisis

Sri Lanka Tourism has surpassed 1.4 million tourist arrivals milestone so far for this year, despite the visa crisis. With 44,977 visitors registered ..

President inaugurates Times School of Higher Education by Wijeya Newspapers

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:40

President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday revealed plans for the establishment of multiple new public and private educational institutions to provide S ..

SLPA gets 14 EOIs from global players for Port Community System

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:28

The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) received 14 expressions from global players to implement a state-of-the-art, world-class Port Community System (P ..

Monetary Policy review postponed for after polls

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:24

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka yesterday announced that the release of its Monetary Policy Review: No. 05 of 2024, initially set for 20 September has b ..

SLASSCOM presents strategic policy framework to Presidential candidates

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:20

SLASSCOM, the national chamber for knowledge and innovation (IT and BPM) industry in Sri Lanka, recently handed over its strategic policy document tit ..

Ceylinco Life to invest Rs. 2 b as anchor investor in DFCC Bank Green Bond

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:21

Ceylinco Life yesterday announced it will break new ground by investing Rs. 2 billion in Sri Lanka’s first Green Bond, serving as its anchor investo ..

TISL urges CIABOC to reconsider unwarranted redacting of asset declarations to public

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:18

The Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday expressed deep concern over a significant amount of crucial information that has been arbitr ..

Interim order granted for protection of Wilpattu National Park

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:13

In a crucial legal victory for the conservation of Sri Lanka’s natural heritage, the Court of Appeal of Sri Lanka has issued an Interim order on 4 S ..

Arsikland President Chaminda Pusswedilla to release Presidential Election Guide

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:26

The famous, hilarious and witty Arsikland President Chaminda Pusswedilla is planning to release a special Presidential Election Guide for the benefit ..

NCE calls for urgent action to address visa and passport crisis impacting business community

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:24

The National Chamber of Exporters (NCE) yesterday called on the Government to initiate urgent action to address the visa and passport crisis which is ..

Financial Stability Fund to strengthen bank resolution framework

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:22

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the establishment of a Financial Stability Fund aimed at boosting the country’s bank resolution framewor ..

SL urges UNHRC to avoid politicisation, double standards, and focus on dire humanitarian situations

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:12

Sri Lanka on Monday urged the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to avoid politicisation and double standards and to focus on dire humanitarian situation ..

CSE’s benchmark ASPI dips to YTD negative return first time this year

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:06

The Colombo stock market suffered its latest setback yesterday when the benchmark ASPI slipped to a negative return YTD for the first time for 2024. ..

Ready for open debate on visa and passport issue: Minister Tiran Alles

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 02:16

Public Security Minister Tiran Alles yesterday refuted the allegations made by National People’s Party (NPP) MP Vijitha Herath regarding the ongoing ..

President steps up broadside on main opponents at Welimada rally

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 02:13

Ranil Wickreme-singhe on Sunday at Welimada stepped up his broadside on main opponents exposing their duplicity and incompetence as the race for 21 Se ..

DFCC Bank first with listed Green Bond in Sri Lanka; issue now open for subscription

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 02:11

Solidifying its position as a leader in sustainable finance, DFCC Bank has emerged as the first institution in Sri Lanka to issue a senior, rated, uns ..

LOLC Group triggers Rs. 3 b takeover bid of Sierra Cables

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:30

LOLC Group is to make a Rs. 3 billion takeover bid of Sierra Cables following the crossing of 30% stake in the latter. The move follows Browns Invest ..

Expolanka Holdings changes name and status post-delisting

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:26

Expolanka Holdings yesterday announced that it has officially changed its name and status in accordance with Section 11(5) of the Companies Act, No 07 ..

SC guarantees protection for Other State Forests

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:22

In a landmark victory for environmental protection, the vital safeguards for Other State Forests have been reinstated, ensuring their conservation and ..

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Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:25

Arsikland President Pusswedilla gets hilarious on dress sense of leading candidates ..

Parliament approves offshore banking regulations at Port City Colombo

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:19

Port City Colombo yesterday announced that the two gazetted regulations, Offshore Banking and Offshore Banking – Prudent Management and Confidence, ..

Human Capital Summit report presented to President

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:14

President Ranil Wickremesinghe was presented with the report of findings from the “National Human Capital Summit 2024” by representatives of its o ..

Govt. gives pre-polls boost for local industries

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:30

In a significant policy decision aimed at boosting local industry and addressing stakeholder concerns, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved a s ..

New deal reached to offer Rs. 1,350 wage structure for plantation workers

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:26

In a significant development, wage negotiations culminated in an agreement to provide a daily minimum wage of Rs. 1,350 for the estate sector workers. ..

CSE’s benchmark ASPI dips to YTD negative return first time this year

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:24

The Colombo stock market suffered its latest setback yesterday when the benchmark ASPI slipped to a negative return YTD for the first time for 2024. ..

Sri Lanka debt tumbles as traders see rising political risk

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:20

Bloomberg: A selloff in Sri Lanka dollar bonds intensified on Monday as investors reduced their country exposure over rising political uncertainties b ..

Underfunded and undermined

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:10

In Sri Lanka’s male-dominated political landscape, women who dare to enter often face significant challenges. “It is not an easy thing for women t ..

Building a secure future: Key strategies for financial crime prevention in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:00

By Michelle Therese Alles In an increasingly interconnected world, financial crimes such as money laundering, terrorist financing, and corruption pre ..

NPP denies accusations over silence on visa outsourcing fiasco

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 02:15

National People’s Power (NPP) MP Vijitha Herath yesterday dismissed accusations that the party or its Presidential candidate, Anura Kumara Dissanaya ..

BOC to raise Rs. 15 b via BASEL III compliant debenture issue

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 02:12

The Bank of Ceylon is to raise Rs. 15 billion via the issuance of BASEL III compliant debenture issue with non-viability write down features. ..

F&G buys into defunct hotel using depositors’ fundsF&G buys into defunct hotel using depositors’ funds

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 02:10

Despite having to pay the depositors as per Supreme Court orders, the new investors and management of F&G Real Estate Company and F&G Property Develop ..

President inaugurates Times School of Higher Education by Wijeya Newspapers

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:40

President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday revealed plans for the establishment of multiple new public and private educational institutions to provide S ..

LOLC Group triggers Rs. 3 b takeover bid of Sierra Cables

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:30

LOLC Group is to make a Rs. 3 billion takeover bid of Sierra Cables following the crossing of 30% stake in the latter. The move follows Browns Invest ..

SLPA gets 14 EOIs from global players for Port Community System

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:28

The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) received 14 expressions from global players to implement a state-of-the-art, world-class Port Community System (P ..

Expolanka Holdings changes name and status post-delisting

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:26

Expolanka Holdings yesterday announced that it has officially changed its name and status in accordance with Section 11(5) of the Companies Act, No 07 ..

Monetary Policy review postponed for after polls

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:24

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka yesterday announced that the release of its Monetary Policy Review: No. 05 of 2024, initially set for 20 September has b ..

SC guarantees protection for Other State Forests

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:22

In a landmark victory for environmental protection, the vital safeguards for Other State Forests have been reinstated, ensuring their conservation and ..

SLASSCOM presents strategic policy framework to Presidential candidates

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:20

SLASSCOM, the national chamber for knowledge and innovation (IT and BPM) industry in Sri Lanka, recently handed over its strategic policy document tit ..

FT Exclusive

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:25

Arsikland President Pusswedilla gets hilarious on dress sense of leading candidates ..

Ceylinco Life to invest Rs. 2 b as anchor investor in DFCC Bank Green Bond

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:21

Ceylinco Life yesterday announced it will break new ground by investing Rs. 2 billion in Sri Lanka’s first Green Bond, serving as its anchor investo ..

Parliament approves offshore banking regulations at Port City Colombo

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:19

Port City Colombo yesterday announced that the two gazetted regulations, Offshore Banking and Offshore Banking – Prudent Management and Confidence, ..

TISL urges CIABOC to reconsider unwarranted redacting of asset declarations to public

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:18

The Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday expressed deep concern over a significant amount of crucial information that has been arbitr ..

Human Capital Summit report presented to President

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:14

President Ranil Wickremesinghe was presented with the report of findings from the “National Human Capital Summit 2024” by representatives of its o ..

Interim order granted for protection of Wilpattu National Park

Thursday, 12 September 2024 04:13

In a crucial legal victory for the conservation of Sri Lanka’s natural heritage, the Court of Appeal of Sri Lanka has issued an Interim order on 4 S ..

Govt. gives pre-polls boost for local industries

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:30

In a significant policy decision aimed at boosting local industry and addressing stakeholder concerns, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved a s ..

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Ranil reveals why he will win Presidential poll

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 21:40

Key insights in exclusive interview with ’’Daily FT-SC Securities Market Pulse’’ platform ..

Sri Lanka’s Paralympic medalist Samitha Dulan receives hero’s welcome

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 21:29

Netherland envoy stresses the need to maintain stability for development

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 09:34

Presidential Expert Committee submits final report on proposed public service salary hikes

Saturday, 7 September 2024 17:52

President inaugurates “The Mall” duty-free shopping complex at Colombo Port City

Friday, 6 September 2024 12:33

Colombo Security Conclave members sign landmark charter to establish regional secretariat

Friday, 30 August 2024 22:53

FT Click

Aberdeen Score & Roar 2024 – A Celebration of Sportsmanship, Unity, and Sustainability

Monday, 9 September 2024 01:04

Elevating customer experiences as Sampath Bank successfully hosts July Monthly Medal event at RCGC

Thursday, 1 August 2024 00:00

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Celebrity and entertainment spotlight at FT-Interbrand IWD gala

Tuesday, 11 April 2023 16:59

Daily FT-Interbrand International Women’s Day gala

Monday, 10 April 2023 15:57

IT / Telecom / Tech

MillenniumIT ESP supports cyber-secure financial ecosystem by helping NBFCs achieve tech risk compliance

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:02

People’s Bank clarifies IT system upgrade

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:00

Trailblazing pioneer in digital and cybersecurity education wins ISACA Sri Lanka award

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 01:37

FT Lite

Annual fundraiser in aid of A4A Production Fund and Indira Cancer Trust

Saturday, 7 September 2024 01:18

The Saskia Fernando Gallery announces the presentation of two parallel events this September, with the opening of a group exhibition featuring the 202 ..

Second A4A exhibition kicks off on 12 Sept.

Saturday, 7 September 2024 01:16

Room to Read hosts ‘Read Books. Dream Big’ campaign to celebrate Literacy Day

Saturday, 7 September 2024 01:15

Opinion and Issues

Voting objectively on 21 September

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:26

As the nation faces the task of electing a new President at a very crucial time among four leading candidates, all of whom have controversial pasts— ..

Election promises: Where’s the money?

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:24

Shallow manifestos and the 12-point economic challenge

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:22

FT View - Editorial

Can South decide how North should vote?

Friday, 13 September 2024 00:00

The controversial statement made by the Presidential candidate Anura Kumara Dissanayake (AKD), which has been interpreted as a veiled threat to the vo ..

Reeks of hypocrisy and ignorance

Thursday, 12 September 2024 03:43

Central Bank independence amidst election manifestos

Wednesday, 11 September 2024 00:00

Why Sri Lanka needs electronic voting

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 00:59

Women missing in politics

Monday, 9 September 2024 00:45

Shockingly long overdue, Mr. President

Monday, 9 September 2024 00:30

Special Report

Upbeat President Ranil Wickremesinghe shares vision for transformative Sri Lanka

Thursday, 12 September 2024 02:56

As Sri Lanka prepares for a decisive phase next week, President Ranil Wickremesinghe who is contesting as an independent candidate for the 2024 Presid ..

First-ever Ceylon Chamber debate puts spotlight on economic vision of key Presidential candidates

Monday, 2 September 2024 00:40

Comprehensive strategies for addressing modern slavery and protecting migrant workers

Thursday, 4 July 2024 00:28

Business News

E.B. Creasy Solar partners Sungrow to bring next-level solar power to Sri Lanka

Concerted efforts needed to unlock full potential of Maldives-Sri Lanka partnership

Exterminators 352% increase in profit before tax

Planters’ Association of Ceylon to celebrate 170 year legacy at AGM tomorrow

Expolanka Holdings changes name and status post-delistiing

Jaya Container Terminals celebrates 16 years of success with record-breaking growth

Govt. invites private investors to develop key Colombo railway stations under PPP model

Rise in minimum wage in private sector: Govt.

Sri Lanka — Japan Business Council holds 45th AGM; gets Japanese Foreign Minister’s Commendation Award

Western Automobile Assembly kicks off plant in Kuliyapitiya

CMTA and Sudath Perera Associates address legal action to combat fake spare parts

Inland Revenue Department’s IT Strategic Plan 2025-2027 gets Cabinet nod

Cabinet directs Legal Draftsman to prepare law to set up petroleum regulator

COYLE unveils Global Platform to empower Lankan industries on world stage

Murali Prakash new Chairman of Federation of Asia-Pacific Retailers Associations

Singhagiri and Samsung hold convention successfully

Nations Trust WNPS Monthly Lecture today

CameraLK empowers Sri Lankan talent at Sony’s inaugural Kando Trip Southeast Asia

Denyo Japan donates 300 ESK model generator to NPQS to upgrade facilities

SPARK 2024 Competition finale crowns the best Young Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow

Hemas and SLIIT commence joint venture to elevate Allied Health Sciences education in Sri Lanka

Link Natural’s Swastha Amurtha makes it to Costco Japan’s online platform

FT NEWS

Pathfinder Foundation presents key policy reports to Presidential candidates, addressing economic recovery and regional connectivity

BASL accuses suspended President of misrepresenting facts and misleading media

Tilvin slams rivals for fear tactics, claims AKD gaining ground

Keheliya granted bail after 7 long months

Govt. says SL receives significant cross-regional support at HRC in Geneva

UAE President orders release of 91 Sri Lankan prisoners

Interpol, CID, and UAE Embassy team up to extradite Sri Lankan criminals

SL to ink MoU with China on wheat bran export to boost foreign exchange

Cabinet approves $ 93 m ADB loan for Mahaweli water conservation project

In retrospect: Pera EFac pays tribute to Prof. E.O.E. Pereira celebrating legacy of 75 years

TISL says rampant misuse of public resources obstructs free and fair poll

NPP demands apology from President for distorting AKD’s FTA stance

Geetha goes Sajith’s way

Mujibur reveals 80 Govt. Ministers and MPs preparing to leave SL on 21 September

Thalatha marks first appearance on Ranil’s Presidential campaign trail

ITAK Leader Mavai expresses confidence in President Wickremesinghe

Sajith accuses AKD and Ranil of secret pact

Sumanthiran defends AKD against Ranil

FT TV

Ranil reveals why he will win Presidential poll

Sri Lanka’s Paralympic medalist Samitha Dulan receives hero’s welcome

Netherland envoy stresses the need to maintain stability for development

Presidential Expert Committee submits final report on proposed public service salary hikes

Today's Columnists

Voting objectively on 21 September

Election promises: Where’s the money?

Shallow manifestos and the 12-point economic challenge

Printing money to finance Government budget deficit

Anura against post-1977 economy, dodgy on devolution, can’t resolve crisis

Congruence between compensation philosophy and generic strategy is key to staying competitive

What if no candidate gets 50%+ votes at Sri Lanka’s next Presidential election?

Pitfalls of overtrading for SMEs

Potential Wesley-Thora final inversed by destiny

The system change we don’t need

FT TV

Ranil reveals why he will win Presidential poll

Sri Lanka’s Paralympic medalist Samitha Dulan receives hero’s welcome

Netherland envoy stresses the need to maintain stability for development

Presidential Expert Committee submits final report on proposed public service salary hikes

Today's Columnists

Voting objectively on 21 September

Election promises: Where’s the money?

Shallow manifestos and the 12-point economic challenge

Printing money to finance Government budget deficit

Anura against post-1977 economy, dodgy on devolution, can’t resolve crisis

Congruence between compensation philosophy and generic strategy is key to staying competitive

What if no candidate gets 50%+ votes at Sri Lanka’s next Presidential election?

Pitfalls of overtrading for SMEs

Potential Wesley-Thora final inversed by destiny

The system change we don’t need

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