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The National Budget is IMF influenced, so what? Do we have a choice?

Wednesday, 19 November 2025 00:22

50 years of nourishing a nation: How Bairaha defined Sri Lanka’s poultry industry

Wednesday, 19 November 2025 00:20

Dismantling the case against decent wages in tea plantations

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 01:21

Unlocking economic constraints through Oil Palm cultivation

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 01:14

Whose crown?

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 00:55

Smallholders locked out, imports locked in: The case to end Palm Oil ban

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 00:41

War against polythene: Recycling is the best long run solution

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:30

JVP/NPP Govt. abusing public funds for political advantage

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:26

Throwing good taxpayer money after bad

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:24

Removing trading activities from VAT and limiting SSCL only to non-VAT registrants

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:22

Healing founder’s rift: Turning family conflict into lasting continuity

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:21

Unlocking potential of logistics industry: Addressing challenges and leveraging opportunities

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:20

Govt: from an arrogant incompetence to a quite charming amateurishness?

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:10

The shifting landscape of global extremism: From retreat to reinvention

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:01

New York goes Left

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:00

China’s poverty reduction story: A magnificent chapter in global development

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:00

Budget 2026: Reform with fairness — A vision for stability, trust, and growth

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:26

2026 Budget: A balancing act between IMF program and relief

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:24

NPP’s Budget 2026: Cautious where it should be, but not bold where it could be

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:22

Sri Lanka’s digital crossroads: Why coherent crypto framework is now policy imperative

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:20

Sri Lanka welcomes 2 millionth visitor for 2025

Sri Lanka reached a significant milestone yesterday by welcoming its two millionth visitor of the year, a symbolic achievement that strengthens the co ..

FTZ manufacturers agree on Rs. 3,000 general wage increase for 2026

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 04:00

The Free Trade Zone Manufacturers’ Association (FTZMA) has agreed on a general wage increase of Rs. 3,000 for workers in 2026, following a decision ..

Sri Lanka gets $ 300 m ADB boost for economic reforms and tourism

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:52

Sri Lanka yesterday finalised three major loan agreements with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) amounting to $ 300 million, strengthening the country ..

Maya Hive and Ride Colombo bring home nation’s first-ever MarCom award

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:50

In a groundbreaking moment for Sri Lanka’s creative and event marketing industry, Ride Colombo 2025 has been honoured with the Platinum Award at the ..

Vidullanka buys 30% in SAFE Power for Rs. 225 m

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:34

Vidullanka PLC yesterday said that it has acquired a 30% equity stake in SAFE Power International Ltd., a company which secured the licenses to develo ..

NDB to raise Rs. 16 b via GSS+ Bonds

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:26

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) said its Board has approved a proposal to issue up to Rs. 16 billion in GSS+ Bonds. GSS+ Bonds typically refer t ..

October tourism earnings continue to lag far behind expectations

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:24

Earnings from tourism remained well below expectations despite welcoming a record number of visitors in October 2025, underscoring the sector’s stru ..

SLT Group rings strong 3Q and nine-month results

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:21

Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) Group yesterday said it has reported a robust financial performance for the third quarter and nine months ended 30 September 2 ..

CoPF finds 2026 Appropriation Bill aligns with IMF program commitments

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:23

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), chaired by MP Dr. Harsha de Silva, has reviewed the draft report on the Appropriation Bill for the 2026 financ ..

Hayleys maintains growth momentum with 1H PBT of Rs. 13 b

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:21

The Hayleys Group yesterday said it had sustained its strong growth trajectory during the first six months of the financial year ending 31 March 2026, ..

Dialog posts consistent Q3, strong YTD 2025 performance

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:19

SriLankan rolls out self-check-in service for customer airlines

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:17

SriLankan Airlines’ Airport and Ground Services said it has rolled out its self-check-in service for passengers of customer airlines ahead of the wi ..

Sri Lanka National Film Council to replace National Film Corporation

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:17

The Cabinet of Ministers recently approved directing the Legal Draftsmen to prepare a draft bill to establish the Sri Lanka National Film Council, rep ..

IMF says reviewing 2026 Budget; decision to release next tranche in coming weeks

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:30

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said it was reviewing the 2026 Budget unveiled by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake a week ago. IMF ..

CA Sri Lanka seminar analyses 2026 Budget and calls for collective stewardship

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:26

The much-anticipated Budget Seminar 2026, organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), brought together leading vo ..

DFCC’s Rs. 3 b Blue Bond issue oversubscribed on opening day

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:24

Sri Lanka’s first Blue Bond issuance, launched by DFCC Bank, was oversubscribed on its opening day yesterday, prompting the bank to close subscripti ..

Green Tape powers 10,000th digital tender, driving new era of transparent procurement in SL

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:57

Green Tape, Sri Lanka’s cutting-edge integrated digital procurement ecosystem, has reached a major milestone with the execution of its 10,000th tend ..

SLT-Mobitel becomes first to achieve fastest 5G speeds exceeding 10Gbps

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:52

SLT-Mobitel Mobile said yesterday it has set a new benchmark in Sri Lanka’s digital journey achieving the highest-ever 5G speeds in the country, exc ..

CoPE flags major delays, cost escalations and governance issues in East Container Terminal project

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:48

The Committee on Public Enterprises (CoPE) has raised serious concerns over the prolonged delays and cost implications surrounding the construction of ..

Aitken Spence continues strong performance; PBT up 42% in 1H

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:30

Aitken Spence PLC has recorded a revenue of Rs. 40.7 billion for the six months ending 30 September 2025, reflecting operational resilience across its ..

SL must shift towards services-led exports: Hulangamuwa

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:25

By Charumini de Silva Senior Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs and Finance Duminda Hulangamuwa said Sri Lanka should make a strategic pi ..

Nations Trust Bank nine-month PAT up 23% to Rs. 14.9 b

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:22

Nations Trust Bank PLC has reported strong financial results for the nine months ending 30 September 2025, reporting a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 1 ..

SLT appoints A.N. Hapugala and Raghvendra Madhav to Board

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:20

Sri Lanka Telecom PLC (SLT) has announced the appointment of A.N. Hapugala as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director and Raghvendra Madhav as an Ind ..

Second reading of 2026 Budget passed with majority in Parliament

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:23

The second reading of the Appropriation Bill for the financial year 2026 was passed in Parliament yesterday with a majority of 118 votes. The vote saw ..

CSE recovers from early slide to close week flat

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:20

The Colombo stock market fell sharply in early trading yesterday before gaining ground to close the week flat. The ASPI closed a marginal 0.01% lower ..

Cabinet approves construction of new fuel tanks to ensure 45-day petroleum stock

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:19

In a move to strengthen the country’s fuel security, the Cabinet of Ministers this week approved constructing new storage tanks and replace aging o ..

Oracle of Omaha, value investing icon Warren Buffett to retire at 95

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:17

Warren Buffett will step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025, ending a leadership run of more than 60 years. The 95-year-old investor ..

Port City Colombo signs agreement for first commercial office development with 34-storey Gateway Tower

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:16

A major milestone in Colombo’s, transformation into a regional hub is set to unfold with the development of the 34-storey Colombo Gateway Tower One ..

BOC reports strong 3Q profit of Rs. 87.7 b, strengthening market position

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:27

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) continued to demonstrate its strength and stability in the third quarter of 2025, reaffirming its role as a cornerstone of Sri La ..

Sampath Bank books nine-month PAT of Rs. 21.5 b, up 21% YoY

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:25

Sampath Bank has produced strong results for the nine months ended 30 September, maintaining its growth momentum in 2025. The bank reported a Profit ..

Kelani Valley railway upgrade stalls despite Rs. 1 b allocation

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:23

The Kelani Valley Railway Line Project has made almost no progress despite receiving Rs. 250 million in 2024, the Parliamentary Sectoral Oversight Com ..

FTZ manufacturers agree on Rs. 3,000 general wage increase for 2026

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 04:00

The Free Trade Zone Manufacturers’ Association (FTZMA) has agreed on a general wage increase of Rs. 3,000 for workers in 2026, following a decision ..

Green Tape powers 10,000th digital tender, driving new era of transparent procurement in SL

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:57

Green Tape, Sri Lanka’s cutting-edge integrated digital procurement ecosystem, has reached a major milestone with the execution of its 10,000th tend ..

Sri Lanka gets $ 300 m ADB boost for economic reforms and tourism

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:52

Sri Lanka yesterday finalised three major loan agreements with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) amounting to $ 300 million, strengthening the country ..

SLT-Mobitel becomes first to achieve fastest 5G speeds exceeding 10Gbps

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:52

SLT-Mobitel Mobile said yesterday it has set a new benchmark in Sri Lanka’s digital journey achieving the highest-ever 5G speeds in the country, exc ..

Maya Hive and Ride Colombo bring home nation’s first-ever MarCom award

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:50

In a groundbreaking moment for Sri Lanka’s creative and event marketing industry, Ride Colombo 2025 has been honoured with the Platinum Award at the ..

CoPE flags major delays, cost escalations and governance issues in East Container Terminal project

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:48

The Committee on Public Enterprises (CoPE) has raised serious concerns over the prolonged delays and cost implications surrounding the construction of ..

Vidullanka buys 30% in SAFE Power for Rs. 225 m

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 03:34

Vidullanka PLC yesterday said that it has acquired a 30% equity stake in SAFE Power International Ltd., a company which secured the licenses to develo ..

Aitken Spence continues strong performance; PBT up 42% in 1H

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:30

Aitken Spence PLC has recorded a revenue of Rs. 40.7 billion for the six months ending 30 September 2025, reflecting operational resilience across its ..

NDB to raise Rs. 16 b via GSS+ Bonds

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:26

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) said its Board has approved a proposal to issue up to Rs. 16 billion in GSS+ Bonds. GSS+ Bonds typically refer t ..

SL must shift towards services-led exports: Hulangamuwa

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:25

By Charumini de Silva Senior Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs and Finance Duminda Hulangamuwa said Sri Lanka should make a strategic pi ..

October tourism earnings continue to lag far behind expectations

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:24

Earnings from tourism remained well below expectations despite welcoming a record number of visitors in October 2025, underscoring the sector’s stru ..

Nations Trust Bank nine-month PAT up 23% to Rs. 14.9 b

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:22

Nations Trust Bank PLC has reported strong financial results for the nine months ending 30 September 2025, reporting a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 1 ..

SLT Group rings strong 3Q and nine-month results

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:21

Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) Group yesterday said it has reported a robust financial performance for the third quarter and nine months ended 30 September 2 ..

SLT appoints A.N. Hapugala and Raghvendra Madhav to Board

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:20

Sri Lanka Telecom PLC (SLT) has announced the appointment of A.N. Hapugala as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director and Raghvendra Madhav as an Ind ..

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EU-funded “PLASTICS” project promotes sustainable industry in western province

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National Cleaner Production Awards 2025 honours sustainable industry leaders

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Geoffrey Bawa Trust hosts range of events to mark festive season

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:10

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Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:00

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The National Budget is IMF influenced, so what? Do we have a choice?

Wednesday, 19 November 2025 00:22

Cheers and jeers welcomed Sri Lanka’s National Budget 2026. This is normal when the country’s ends are many, but the means are limited. Budget pro ..

50 years of nourishing a nation: How Bairaha defined Sri Lanka’s poultry industry

Wednesday, 19 November 2025 00:20

Communist Party on Budget 2026 says ‘technocratic continuity in populist garb’

Wednesday, 19 November 2025 00:06

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Wage hike for estate workers: The most contentious Budgetary proposal

Wednesday, 19 November 2025 00:00

The 2026 Budget presented by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was widely praised for its commitment towards reforms and maintaining fiscal disciplin ..

November remembrance sans justice

Tuesday, 18 November 2025 00:54

AKD-led NPP Government – one year on

Monday, 17 November 2025 00:00

Can Harin revive down-and-out UNP?

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:00

Greater vigilance in light of India, Pakistan terrorist attacks

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:00

Sajith needs to change course or SJB could go the way of UNP

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:00

Special Report

Experts hail Budget for consistency, discuss implementation hurdles and opportunities

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:00

By Charumini de Silva Top private sector figures and public officials on Tuesday shared insights, analysis, implementation challenges and interpretat ..

AKD unveils 2026 Budget

Saturday, 8 November 2025 01:07

CBSL, CRIB launch Secured Transactions Register to boost MSME credit access

Tuesday, 4 November 2025 00:25

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Unseen and undervalued: Sri Lanka’s SMEs fight to stay in the game

Sri Lanka Design Festival presents “Palmyra Stories from the North”

Sampath Bank Private Banking partners Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka

Macbertan secures National Gold Award at CNCI Achiever Awards

Capacity-building programs for 30 craftsmen from textile industry of Sri Lanka

JAT Holdings sustains growth momentum with 14% revenue increase and 16% PBT increase

JF Packaging commences trading as “JFP-N-0000” today

Sri Lanka launches GEW 2025 with national unity and entrepreneurial spirit

Sri Lanka–Saudi Arabia Business Council debuts

Embassy in Belgium hosts “Country seminar on Sri Lanka” in Luxembourg

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry sign MoU

Panasian Power connects sixth 5MW solar plant to national grid

Investment Facilitation Forum bridges Korean innovation with Sri Lankan growth

Senthilverl ups stake in Serendib Land to 38.3%

UNDP and Hirdaramani Apparel sign MoU

Lanka Spa Association sets new standards for wellness and spa industry

David Pieris Logistics acquires Logicare in Rs. 1.3 b deal from Ceylon Tea Brokers

ICC Asia Pacific leaders converge in Singapore for 2nd RCG Meeting 2025

Teejay Group maintains stability amid global headwinds in 1H 2025/26

Telesonic puts Sri Lanka on global map

Lanka Coffee Association hosts 4th Annual General Meeting

First digital platform for smart and sustainable shrimp aquaculture debuts

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The National Budget is IMF influenced, so what? Do we have a choice?

50 years of nourishing a nation: How Bairaha defined Sri Lanka’s poultry industry

Dismantling the case against decent wages in tea plantations

Unlocking economic constraints through Oil Palm cultivation

Whose crown?

Smallholders locked out, imports locked in: The case to end Palm Oil ban

War against polythene: Recycling is the best long run solution

JVP/NPP Govt. abusing public funds for political advantage

Throwing good taxpayer money after bad

Removing trading activities from VAT and limiting SSCL only to non-VAT registrants

Healing founder’s rift: Turning family conflict into lasting continuity

Unlocking potential of logistics industry: Addressing challenges and leveraging opportunities

Govt: from an arrogant incompetence to a quite charming amateurishness?

The shifting landscape of global extremism: From retreat to reinvention

New York goes Left

China’s poverty reduction story: A magnificent chapter in global development

Budget 2026: Reform with fairness — A vision for stability, trust, and growth

2026 Budget: A balancing act between IMF program and relief

NPP’s Budget 2026: Cautious where it should be, but not bold where it could be

Sri Lanka’s digital crossroads: Why coherent crypto framework is now policy imperative

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War against polythene: Recycling is the best long run solution

Telesonic puts Sri Lanka on global map

Port City Colombo signs agreement for first commercial office development with 34-storey Gateway Tower

Removing trading activities from VAT and limiting SSCL only to non-VAT registrants

SL must shift towards services-led exports: Hulangamuwa

SLT Group rings strong 3Q and nine-month results

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Aitken Spence continues strong performance; PBT up 42% in 1H

October tourism earnings continue to lag far behind expectations

Vidullanka buys 30% in SAFE Power for Rs. 225 m

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Unseen and undervalued: Sri Lanka’s SMEs fight to stay in the game

Sri Lanka Design Festival presents “Palmyra Stories from the North”

Sampath Bank Private Banking partners Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka

Macbertan secures National Gold Award at CNCI Achiever Awards

Capacity-building programs for 30 craftsmen from textile industry of Sri Lanka

JAT Holdings sustains growth momentum with 14% revenue increase and 16% PBT increase

JF Packaging commences trading as “JFP-N-0000” today

Sri Lanka launches GEW 2025 with national unity and entrepreneurial spirit

Sri Lanka–Saudi Arabia Business Council debuts

Embassy in Belgium hosts “Country seminar on Sri Lanka” in Luxembourg

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry sign MoU

Panasian Power connects sixth 5MW solar plant to national grid

Investment Facilitation Forum bridges Korean innovation with Sri Lankan growth

Senthilverl ups stake in Serendib Land to 38.3%

UNDP and Hirdaramani Apparel sign MoU

Lanka Spa Association sets new standards for wellness and spa industry

David Pieris Logistics acquires Logicare in Rs. 1.3 b deal from Ceylon Tea Brokers

ICC Asia Pacific leaders converge in Singapore for 2nd RCG Meeting 2025

Teejay Group maintains stability amid global headwinds in 1H 2025/26

Telesonic puts Sri Lanka on global map

Lanka Coffee Association hosts 4th Annual General Meeting

First digital platform for smart and sustainable shrimp aquaculture debuts

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