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Blue tsunami: American reformist revolution and new progressivism

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:28

The unethical Customs rewards system

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:26

Twice promised, never delivered: Tax Ombudsman Sri Lanka still needs

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:25

Budget 2027: Prayer for better life from nation that has endured much

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:24

2027 Budget: Need to revisit APIT

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:23

We opened the door to trade first. Then we stood still

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:22

Five initiatives, eight capitals, one vision for Sri Lanka

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:20

Budget 2027 must turn fiscal discipline into long term growth path

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:26

The money goes around: Does the Budget bring it back to the people?

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:25

Sri Lanka’s lost decade: A decade of diverging household incomes

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:24

Taxed at the till: why the Government must keep its word

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:23

Colombo under water: Is drainage system ready for challenges of a changing climate?

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:21

Budgeting for a better Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:20

Budget 2027: Beyond promises to real progress

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:40

Budget 2027: Will Sri Lanka remain a tea plantation economy or become global capital of tea?

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:10

Beyond Budget surpluses: Making public expenditure work for Sri Lanka’s external sector

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:00

Sri Lankan University Rankings: The free fall (Part 2)

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:00

State and your hard-earned money: Moral contract AKD cannot afford to ignore

Monday, 9 November 2026 04:13

Rooftop solar: A national asset or a burden on national electricity grid?

Monday, 9 November 2026 03:55

Sri Lankan University Rankings: The free fall (Part 1)

Monday, 9 November 2026 03:45

President to unveil investment-oriented 2027 Budget today, with relief for masses

President and Finance Minister Anura Kumara Dissanayake is expected to present an investment-oriented 2027 Budget in Parliament today, with some relie ..

Govt. says 2027 Budget to focus on economic transformation

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:26

Finance and Planning Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando yesterday described the 2027 Budget, to be presented today by President Anura Kumara D ..

Gardiner Group acquires The Pickle Island in strategic leisure expansion

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:22

The Gardiner Group has acquired The Pickle Island, a Sri Lankan pickleball venture focused on developing the sport and its growing community, marking ..

Bank of Ceylon joins 12th Annual Cyber Security Summit 2026 as Official Banking Partner

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:21

The 12th Annual Cyber Security Summit 2026 has announced that Bank of Ceylon (BOC), the Most Valuable Brand in Sri Lanka, is joining as the Official B ..

Nalinda elected Chair of inaugural BIMSTEC Health Ministers’ Meeting

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:02

Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa was yesterday elected Chairman of the inaugural BIMSTEC Health Ministers’ Meeting, which commenced in Colombo, ..

CBSL clarifies ruling on EY Partners who audited NDB Bank

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:23

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday issued the following statement clarifying its recent directive to the auditors of NDB Bank. “Followi ..

CIC Holdings’ 1H PAT up 16.7% to Rs. 3.79 b

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:22

Diversified conglomerate CIC Holdings PLC yesterday said it reported a consolidated revenue of Rs. 42.91 billion for the first half of the financial y ..

Cabinet awards Rs. 9.1 b road contracts for highway upgrades, Ditwah recovery

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:20

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved four road development and rehabilitation contracts worth Rs. 9.1 billion, covering national highway improvements ..

Shanghai Power Transmission and Distribution to power transmission network

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:52

The National Transmission Network Service Provider Ltd., (NTNSP) and Shanghai Electric Power Transmission and Distribution Engineering Co., Ltd., part ..

HNB and IFC partner to advance supply chain finance and strengthen risk management

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:51

Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) yesterday announced a strategic partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Ban ..

Tourist arrivals exceed 1.9 m

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:50

SRI Lanka’s tourism arrivals surpassed 1.9 million in 2026, with over 49,900 visitors registered in the first eight days of November, but remained b ..

Accor marks new milestone with the arrival of Pullman Colombo Downtown; Pullman Bentota Resort and Spa

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:00

Pullman, the Accor brand built around exchange, marked a major milestone in Sri Lanka with an exclusive gathering at Vistas Rooftop Bar, Pullman Colom ..

Key insights to Budget 2027 at Daily FT-Colombo Uni. MBAA forum on Friday

Monday, 9 November 2026 05:42

Key expert insights into Budget 2027 will be a big attraction for the Daily FT-Colombo University MBA Alumni Association’s annual forum on Friday, 1 ..

JAAF welcomes Govt.’s stance on securing long-term access to EU market

Monday, 9 November 2026 05:39

The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) yesterday said it appreciates the Government’s commitment to submitting a fresh application for the EU’ ..

Private credit rebounds in Sept., but growth slows a third month

Monday, 9 November 2026 05:38

Private sector borrowing from Sri Lanka’s banking system rebounded in September from August’s four-month low, though annual growth slowed for a th ..

Nearly 550 Polish tourists arrive on first winter charters

Saturday, 7 November 2026 00:00

Nearly 550 tourists from Poland arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday aboard three special charter flights operated by Polish airline Enter Air at the Bandar ..

Up and away

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:24

The first public demonstration of an electric-powered passenger drone was held yesterday at Colombo Port City, featuring the Chinese-made EHang E216 e ..

Dialog maintains growth momentum in 3Q

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:22

Dialog Axiata PLC yesterday said it posted a group revenue of Rs. 144 billion for the first nine-months of 2026, representing a year-to-date (YTD) gro ..

Thailand allows alcohol sales at five types of venues on Buddhist holidays

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:20

BANGKOK: Thailand has revised its alcohol regulations to allow sales at five categories of venues on major Buddhist religious holidays, while maintain ..

Cabinet approves $ 200 m ADB financing for MSME financial sector development

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:30

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved entering into financing agreements with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to secure $ 200 million for a sector de ..

ADB approves $ 98 m loan to advance digital transformation in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:23

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday said it has approved a $98 million loan to support Sri Lanka’s efforts to build an inclusive, secure, and ..

No electricity tariff revision for fourth quarter of 2026: PUCSL

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:21

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) yesterday announced that it has decided to maintain existing electricity tariffs for the final qu ..

Budget reaches Rs. 22.3 b surplus in 9M supported by vehicle import revenue

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:53

The Government’s Budget recorded a surplus of Rs. 22.3 billion in the first nine months of 2026, reversing a deficit of Rs. 441.4 billion a year ear ..

Govt. to cut detention period to 48 hours, withdraw key clauses in Organised Crimes Bill

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:51

The Government has agreed to reduce the maximum detention period under the proposed Prevention of Organised Crimes Bill from 72 to 48 hours and withdr ..

CoPF calls for independent fuel pricing regulator

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:50

The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has called for an independent regulatory mechanism to ensure transparency in fuel pricing and fai ..

Banking sector credit-to-deposit ratio tops 70% for first time in three years

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:49

Sri Lanka’s banking sector Credit-to-Deposit Ratio (CDR) has exceeded 70% for the first time in three years, reaching 74.0% by end June 2026 and sur ..

President sends expectations sky-high ahead of Thursday’s Budget

Monday, 9 November 2026 05:44

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has raised expectations of fresh tax relief in Thursday’s Budget, saying the Government expects to lift the Pay A ..

Lanka Realty Investments bolsters future growth with two top British experts on Board

Monday, 9 November 2026 05:40

Lanka Realty Investments PLC (LRI) has announced the appointment of two top British personalities to its Board as Independent Non-Executive Directors ..

Official reserves top $ 7 b in Oct., CBSL ups dollar buying with $ 191 m

Monday, 9 November 2026 05:39

Official reserve assets topped the $ 7 billion mark at end-October, Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) data showed, as the monetary authority increased ..

Record workers’ remittances in Oct., first 10 months

Monday, 9 November 2026 05:38

Workers’ remittances surged to a record high in October, driving one of the strongest 10-month performances in the country’s history, despite heig ..

Govt. to reapply for GSP+ under EU’s new 10-year framework

Saturday, 7 November 2026 00:00

Finance Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando told Parliament that the Government will reapply for trade concessions under the European Union’s ..

Govt. says 2027 Budget to focus on economic transformation

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:26

Finance and Planning Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando yesterday described the 2027 Budget, to be presented today by President Anura Kumara D ..

Up and away

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:24

The first public demonstration of an electric-powered passenger drone was held yesterday at Colombo Port City, featuring the Chinese-made EHang E216 e ..

Gardiner Group acquires The Pickle Island in strategic leisure expansion

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:22

The Gardiner Group has acquired The Pickle Island, a Sri Lankan pickleball venture focused on developing the sport and its growing community, marking ..

Dialog maintains growth momentum in 3Q

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:22

Dialog Axiata PLC yesterday said it posted a group revenue of Rs. 144 billion for the first nine-months of 2026, representing a year-to-date (YTD) gro ..

Bank of Ceylon joins 12th Annual Cyber Security Summit 2026 as Official Banking Partner

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:21

The 12th Annual Cyber Security Summit 2026 has announced that Bank of Ceylon (BOC), the Most Valuable Brand in Sri Lanka, is joining as the Official B ..

Thailand allows alcohol sales at five types of venues on Buddhist holidays

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:20

BANGKOK: Thailand has revised its alcohol regulations to allow sales at five categories of venues on major Buddhist religious holidays, while maintain ..

Nalinda elected Chair of inaugural BIMSTEC Health Ministers’ Meeting

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:02

Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa was yesterday elected Chairman of the inaugural BIMSTEC Health Ministers’ Meeting, which commenced in Colombo, ..

Cabinet approves $ 200 m ADB financing for MSME financial sector development

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:30

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved entering into financing agreements with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to secure $ 200 million for a sector de ..

CBSL clarifies ruling on EY Partners who audited NDB Bank

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:23

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday issued the following statement clarifying its recent directive to the auditors of NDB Bank. “Followi ..

ADB approves $ 98 m loan to advance digital transformation in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:23

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday said it has approved a $98 million loan to support Sri Lanka’s efforts to build an inclusive, secure, and ..

CIC Holdings’ 1H PAT up 16.7% to Rs. 3.79 b

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:22

Diversified conglomerate CIC Holdings PLC yesterday said it reported a consolidated revenue of Rs. 42.91 billion for the first half of the financial y ..

No electricity tariff revision for fourth quarter of 2026: PUCSL

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:21

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) yesterday announced that it has decided to maintain existing electricity tariffs for the final qu ..

Cabinet awards Rs. 9.1 b road contracts for highway upgrades, Ditwah recovery

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:20

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved four road development and rehabilitation contracts worth Rs. 9.1 billion, covering national highway improvements ..

Budget reaches Rs. 22.3 b surplus in 9M supported by vehicle import revenue

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:53

The Government’s Budget recorded a surplus of Rs. 22.3 billion in the first nine months of 2026, reversing a deficit of Rs. 441.4 billion a year ear ..

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President presents National Productivity Awards 2025/26

Thursday, 12 November 2026 16:49

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake presented the National Productivity Awards 2025/26 to recognise outstanding performance in the public, school, manu ..

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Wednesday, 11 November 2026 18:08

New Post Office administration building to be constructed in Nuwara Eliya

Monday, 9 November 2026 19:16

Apeksha Hospital to expand radiotherapy facilities

Saturday, 7 November 2026 13:49

EU to provide €10 million grant for sustainable trade project in Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 4 November 2026 15:49

2,819 trainee nurses appointed to Sri Lankan health service

Wednesday, 4 November 2026 15:09

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The Connoisseur’s Collective by HNB Private Banking

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:01

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Bhasha celebrates 15 years of innovation

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:04

Dialog Enterprise and Hayleys’ Alumex partner to accelerate AI-powered manufacturing excellence

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:02

The Asia Foundation, Sri Lanka Police launch national cybersecurity awareness campaign

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:01

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The new age of ecologically empathetic design

Saturday, 7 November 2026 00:00

Since the dawn of civilisation, humans have been talking about developing a better future. Yet, in the memory of every human living today, the quality ..

Dr. Janey Lowes finishes extraordinary Dog Jog

Saturday, 7 November 2026 00:00

“George Michael” movie now showing in 3 Lankan cinemas

Saturday, 7 November 2026 00:00

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Blue tsunami: American reformist revolution and new progressivism

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:28

Some events act as a ‘tester’ of your determinant drives and motivating passions, manifested in spontaneous reflexes. I rejoiced at the Blue Tsuna ..

The unethical Customs rewards system

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:26

Twice promised, never delivered: Tax Ombudsman Sri Lanka still needs

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:25

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More must be done to prevent road accidents

Thursday, 12 November 2026 00:00

Road accidents in Sri Lanka continue to take a huge toll, with the latest involving two Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses and a private bus al ..

One wish for Budget 2027

Wednesday, 11 November 2026 00:00

Time for Ceylon Arrack?

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:00

An overdue reckoning with nature

Monday, 9 November 2026 04:23

Plight of prisoners

Saturday, 7 November 2026 00:00

PSTA, POC Bills will jeopardise GSP+ extension

Friday, 6 November 2026 00:00

Special Report

Sri Lanka FinTech Festival 2026 focuses on AI, inclusion and digital finance growth

Tuesday, 10 November 2026 00:18

The Sri Lanka FinTech Festival 2026, organised by FinTech Forum Sri Lanka in collaboration with the Digital Economy Ministry and powered by Visa, rece ..

Orange Capital: Building the missing link to Sri Lanka’s invisible entrepreneurs

Monday, 2 November 2026 04:43

Digital economy goals stand despite AI threat to IT services: Dr. Wijayasuriya

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 01:37

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Haycarb posts Rs. 40.6 b 1H revenue, PBT up 75% to Rs. 4 b

WindForce posts strong 1H growth, accelerates renewable energy expansion

Aberdeen Group announces leadership transition at Ex-pack Corrugated Cartons PLC: Sattar Kassim retires as Chairman, Thulci Aluwihare appointed

TWC Holdings appoints Harin de Saram CEO

Neil Marine Sports and Leisure launches Hidea outboard motors in Sri Lanka

EFC launches publication on ‘Collective Bargaining and Agreements in Sri Lanka’

Ravi K appeals to HSBC to consider winding down HDPL in Sri Lanka

Govt. to sign MoU with India to secure 100 new 1990 Suwa Seriya Ambulances

New railway bridge across Mahaweli river with Indian loan grant scheme

Veteran banker Bhanu Wijayaratne becomes OPA President-Elect for 2026/27

Sathuta Builders’ gets Rs. 1.73 b contract for Kelaniya University building

BOI presents Sri Lanka’s investment proposition to British investors at Sri Lanka–UK Trade and Investment Forum in London

Lanka Ashok Leyland reports strong 6M performance

Frontier Research appoints Thilina Panduwawala Executive Director

EDB recognises partners of ‘Sri Lanka Expo 2027’

India–Sri Lanka economic ties spotlights inaugural Colombo Port City Investor Forum in India

Sri Lanka Business Forum in Gaziantep highlights trade and investment opportunities

WCIC IGNITE 2026 empowers 100 young women to lead Sri Lanka’s next wave of entrepreneurship

SLID and Life Insurance Corporation to host CEO and Chairpersons Forum

Citrus Leisure extends Lotus Tower management deal to June 2027

CT Holdings reaffirms long-term confidence in Group and Sri Lankan economy

Chinese Embassy upbeat about passenger drone flights in SL

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Blue tsunami: American reformist revolution and new progressivism

The unethical Customs rewards system

Twice promised, never delivered: Tax Ombudsman Sri Lanka still needs

Budget 2027: Prayer for better life from nation that has endured much

2027 Budget: Need to revisit APIT

We opened the door to trade first. Then we stood still

Five initiatives, eight capitals, one vision for Sri Lanka

Budget 2027 must turn fiscal discipline into long term growth path

The money goes around: Does the Budget bring it back to the people?

Sri Lanka’s lost decade: A decade of diverging household incomes

Taxed at the till: why the Government must keep its word

Colombo under water: Is drainage system ready for challenges of a changing climate?

Budgeting for a better Sri Lanka

Budget 2027: Beyond promises to real progress

Budget 2027: Will Sri Lanka remain a tea plantation economy or become global capital of tea?

Beyond Budget surpluses: Making public expenditure work for Sri Lanka’s external sector

Sri Lankan University Rankings: The free fall (Part 2)

State and your hard-earned money: Moral contract AKD cannot afford to ignore

Rooftop solar: A national asset or a burden on national electricity grid?

Sri Lankan University Rankings: The free fall (Part 1)

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State and your hard-earned money: Moral contract AKD cannot afford to ignore

UNP calls for explanation over CMC’s lack of preparedness for flooding

CoPF Chair lauds Govt. reforms as CBSL Chief holds Parliament responsible for growth

Budget 2027: Will Sri Lanka remain a tea plantation economy or become global capital of tea?

Nearly 40% of 2025 Budget short of substantial implementation: Verité Research

Accor marks new milestone with the arrival of Pullman Colombo Downtown; Pullman Bentota Resort and Spa

Ravi K appeals to HSBC to consider winding down HDPL in Sri Lanka

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Haycarb posts Rs. 40.6 b 1H revenue, PBT up 75% to Rs. 4 b

WindForce posts strong 1H growth, accelerates renewable energy expansion

Aberdeen Group announces leadership transition at Ex-pack Corrugated Cartons PLC: Sattar Kassim retires as Chairman, Thulci Aluwihare appointed

TWC Holdings appoints Harin de Saram CEO

Neil Marine Sports and Leisure launches Hidea outboard motors in Sri Lanka

EFC launches publication on ‘Collective Bargaining and Agreements in Sri Lanka’

Ravi K appeals to HSBC to consider winding down HDPL in Sri Lanka

Govt. to sign MoU with India to secure 100 new 1990 Suwa Seriya Ambulances

New railway bridge across Mahaweli river with Indian loan grant scheme

Veteran banker Bhanu Wijayaratne becomes OPA President-Elect for 2026/27

Sathuta Builders’ gets Rs. 1.73 b contract for Kelaniya University building

BOI presents Sri Lanka’s investment proposition to British investors at Sri Lanka–UK Trade and Investment Forum in London

Lanka Ashok Leyland reports strong 6M performance

Frontier Research appoints Thilina Panduwawala Executive Director

EDB recognises partners of ‘Sri Lanka Expo 2027’

India–Sri Lanka economic ties spotlights inaugural Colombo Port City Investor Forum in India

Sri Lanka Business Forum in Gaziantep highlights trade and investment opportunities

WCIC IGNITE 2026 empowers 100 young women to lead Sri Lanka’s next wave of entrepreneurship

SLID and Life Insurance Corporation to host CEO and Chairpersons Forum

Citrus Leisure extends Lotus Tower management deal to June 2027

CT Holdings reaffirms long-term confidence in Group and Sri Lankan economy

Chinese Embassy upbeat about passenger drone flights in SL

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