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Impact of Land (Restrictions on Alienation) Act on property transactions in Sri Lanka: A legal and policy analysis

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:12

Corporate restructuring: Mastering the tools, navigating the tax

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:06

Daree or The Cave by Bertram Nihal: Has it created a new genre to take Sinhala cinema to the world?

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 05:59

Protecting children online: Copying Australia is not enough

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 05:41

Poson lessons for leaders: Battling in BANI world

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 05:33

The slow train to the more sustainable fast track is back

Saturday, 27 June 2026 03:12

Iran-US-Israel conflict: A Masterclass in modern geopolitics and geoeconomics

Saturday, 27 June 2026 02:50

Has Iran emerged stronger after the war? Assessing its regional power status

Saturday, 27 June 2026 02:38

Iran prevails, Trump concedes and Israel fumes

Saturday, 27 June 2026 02:33

Will Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar leadership playbook survive the future?

Friday, 26 June 2026 03:39

Peasants in revolt: A step towards a new mode of agriculture

Friday, 26 June 2026 03:23

Entrepreneurship for a greener future: Tackling environmental challenges and sustainability

Friday, 26 June 2026 03:19

Lions and Peterites set for blockbuster showdown: A clash of titans in the making

Friday, 26 June 2026 02:41

Lucerne lessons for Lanka, Lebanon war; Easter massacre mastermind scenarios

Thursday, 25 June 2026 04:56

Beneficial Ownership rules should strengthen governance, not burden business

Thursday, 25 June 2026 03:12

Market access, not aid is the foreign currency for Sri Lanka

Thursday, 25 June 2026 02:10

Repatriation of export proceeds into Sri Lanka and conversion – A practical perspective

Thursday, 25 June 2026 00:48

Pyramid schemes explained: How ordinary people are trapped by false promises

Wednesday, 24 June 2026 00:24

Next wave of currency depreciation

Wednesday, 24 June 2026 00:22

Will lower oil prices become a lasting economic gain?

Wednesday, 24 June 2026 00:21

SL exceeds global WTO trade facilitation average, pushes ‘TFA Plus’ reforms

Sri Lanka has implemented 95.8% of its commitments under the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA), placing it ahead of th ..

Unified digital plantation decision system to replace fragmented data networks

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 07:01

Sri Lanka has formally launched a unified digital decision support platform aimed at transforming how the plantation sector is monitored, managed and ..

From consumer to producer: Why Sri Lanka’s AI vision matters for Asia

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:34

At MWC Shanghai 2026, Sri Lanka presented a bold vision to become a trusted regional hub for AI, digital infrastructure and cross-border collaboratio ..

Ravi urges CoPF to summon CBSL, banks over alleged $ 1 b trade fraud

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:49

UNP MP and former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake has called on Parliament’s Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) to launch an urgent institutional ..

Vallibel Finance powers to record-breaking growth

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:45

Vallibel Finance PLC has continued its strong growth momentum during FY 2025/26, delivering exceptional financial performance and further strengthenin ..

Home Lands breaks ground on “Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo”

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:40

Home Lands Group, recently commenced construction of Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo with a ceremonial groundbreaking held at its constructio ..

India’s Zydus and Sunshine Healthcare in $ 20 m pharmaceutical manufacturing JV in Sri Lanka

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:29

Zydus Lifesciences and Sunshine Healthcare yesterday announced the setting up of a strategic joint venture company, Zydus Sunshine Lifesciences Ltd., ..

Govt. adopts Ceylon Tea Village model

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:23

The Government is moving to restructure its smallholder tea sector through a large-scale “Ceylon Tea Village” program aimed at boosting productivi ..

June tourist arrivals down 7.5% YoY; crosses 1.11 m visitors YTD

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:06

The tourism industry crossed the 1.11 million visitor mark during the first 24 days of June, but the latest figures point to a slowdown in momentum, w ..

Raids uncover suspected counterfeit engine oil operations

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:03

An anti-counterfeiting operation led by the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) has resulted in the seizure of suspected counterfeit engine oil belonging to ..

NSO to remotely control rooftop solar systems via modems

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:00

The Government will introduce a modem-based remote control system for large rooftop solar installations by the end of the year, enabling the power uti ..

Arrest made in Rs. 190 b illicit remittance case

Friday, 26 June 2026 05:15

A suspect accused of orchestrating an alleged scheme to illegally transfer nearly Rs. 190 billion out of Sri Lanka under the guise of importing goods ..

CoPF to table final report after CBSL submits observations on missing $ 2.5 m Treasury funds

Friday, 26 June 2026 05:13

Parliament’s Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) is to prepare a final report on the disappearance of $ 2.5 million held by the Treasury for sovereig ..

No international cricket stadium in Jaffna

Friday, 26 June 2026 05:09

The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Transformation Committee has decided that no international cricket stadium will be constructed in Jaffna. ..

Rupee trade with India could lift bilateral commerce by 40% in two years: EDB Chief

Thursday, 25 June 2026 06:42

Export Development Board (EDB) Chairman Mangala Wijesinghe yesterday said Sri Lanka expects rupee-to-rupee trade with India to significantly boost bil ..

Kapila to step down as SDB bank CEO in October, Manoj to succeed

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:41

SANASA Development Bank PLC (SDB bank) has announced that Executive Director/CEO Kapila Ariyaratne will step down from his position with effect from 6 ..

Sampath Bank launches first real-time USD payment solution for Sri Lanka Ports Authority users

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:26

Sampath Bank PLC and Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) have jointly launched the first real-time USD payment solution for the maritime industry, elimin ..

Colombo Port records strong throughput; ship traffic in first five months

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:47

The Port of Colombo has continued its strong growth trajectory in 2026, reinforcing its position as South Asia’s premier maritime hub and one of the ..

EY Sri Lanka and Maldives announces retirement of Hulangamuwa; Gayathri Manatunga new Country Managing Partner

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:42

EY Sri Lanka and the Maldives has announced a leadership transition with the retirement of Duminda Hulangamuwa and the appointment of Gayathri Manatun ..

Amana Bank acquires ownership of Corporate Office premises from Lee Hedges for Rs. 2.7 b

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:37

Amana Bank PLC has acquired ownership of its Corporate Office premises located at 353 Galle Road, Colombo 3 from Lee Hedges PLC in a deal worth Rs. 2. ..

ADB approves $ 57.4m for rooftop solar and virtual net metering

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:25

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $ 57.4 million financing package to help Sri Lanka expand access to affordable clean energy and reduce ..

Govt. unveils fiscal roadmap, defends tax reforms

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:09

The Government yesterday formally presented its Fiscal Strategy Statement to Parliament, setting out the policy framework that will underpin the 2027 ..

Interim report from forensic auditors raises NDB fraud to Rs. 13.58 b

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:04

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) yesterday said that the preliminary forensic review conducted by Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India LLP has identified ..

CSE up 0.21% during week

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:01

The Colombo stock market ended yesterday in green with the ASPI gaining 0.21% and the S&P SL20 up 0.51% during a week characterised by cautious invest ..

Sri Lanka tops global wellness travel trends for 2026

Saturday, 27 June 2026 00:59

Sri Lanka has been ranked the world’s fastest-growing wellness travel destination for 2026, recording a 100% increase in global demand, according to ..

Customs’ AEO traders clear cargo 22 hours faster: Study

Friday, 26 June 2026 05:13

Businesses certified under Sri Lanka Customs’ Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Program are clearing cargo around 22 hours faster than non-certifie ..

Ceylon Chamber re-elects Chairperson Krishan Balendra at 187th AGM

Friday, 26 June 2026 05:11

Top blue chip John Keells Holdings’ (JKH) Chairman Krishan Balendra was yesterday re-elected Chairperson of Sri Lanka’s premier private sector bod ..

Petroleum, logistics eyed as new export growth drivers

Thursday, 25 June 2026 06:43

Sri Lanka is looking to leverage its strategic location and expand petroleum-related and logistics exports as part of an ambitious plan to more than d ..

Advocata calls for vehicle tax regime overhaul

Thursday, 25 June 2026 06:41

Sri Lanka should replace its complex vehicle taxation framework with a progressive value-based system that is fairer, more transparent, and less disto ..

Unified digital plantation decision system to replace fragmented data networks

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 07:01

Sri Lanka has formally launched a unified digital decision support platform aimed at transforming how the plantation sector is monitored, managed and ..

Kapila to step down as SDB bank CEO in October, Manoj to succeed

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:41

SANASA Development Bank PLC (SDB bank) has announced that Executive Director/CEO Kapila Ariyaratne will step down from his position with effect from 6 ..

From consumer to producer: Why Sri Lanka’s AI vision matters for Asia

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:34

At MWC Shanghai 2026, Sri Lanka presented a bold vision to become a trusted regional hub for AI, digital infrastructure and cross-border collaboratio ..

Sampath Bank launches first real-time USD payment solution for Sri Lanka Ports Authority users

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:26

Sampath Bank PLC and Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) have jointly launched the first real-time USD payment solution for the maritime industry, elimin ..

Ravi urges CoPF to summon CBSL, banks over alleged $ 1 b trade fraud

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:49

UNP MP and former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake has called on Parliament’s Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) to launch an urgent institutional ..

Colombo Port records strong throughput; ship traffic in first five months

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:47

The Port of Colombo has continued its strong growth trajectory in 2026, reinforcing its position as South Asia’s premier maritime hub and one of the ..

Vallibel Finance powers to record-breaking growth

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:45

Vallibel Finance PLC has continued its strong growth momentum during FY 2025/26, delivering exceptional financial performance and further strengthenin ..

EY Sri Lanka and Maldives announces retirement of Hulangamuwa; Gayathri Manatunga new Country Managing Partner

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:42

EY Sri Lanka and the Maldives has announced a leadership transition with the retirement of Duminda Hulangamuwa and the appointment of Gayathri Manatun ..

Home Lands breaks ground on “Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo”

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:40

Home Lands Group, recently commenced construction of Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo with a ceremonial groundbreaking held at its constructio ..

Amana Bank acquires ownership of Corporate Office premises from Lee Hedges for Rs. 2.7 b

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 04:37

Amana Bank PLC has acquired ownership of its Corporate Office premises located at 353 Galle Road, Colombo 3 from Lee Hedges PLC in a deal worth Rs. 2. ..

India’s Zydus and Sunshine Healthcare in $ 20 m pharmaceutical manufacturing JV in Sri Lanka

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:29

Zydus Lifesciences and Sunshine Healthcare yesterday announced the setting up of a strategic joint venture company, Zydus Sunshine Lifesciences Ltd., ..

ADB approves $ 57.4m for rooftop solar and virtual net metering

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:25

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $ 57.4 million financing package to help Sri Lanka expand access to affordable clean energy and reduce ..

Govt. adopts Ceylon Tea Village model

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:23

The Government is moving to restructure its smallholder tea sector through a large-scale “Ceylon Tea Village” program aimed at boosting productivi ..

Govt. unveils fiscal roadmap, defends tax reforms

Saturday, 27 June 2026 01:09

The Government yesterday formally presented its Fiscal Strategy Statement to Parliament, setting out the policy framework that will underpin the 2027 ..

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Tuesday, 30 June 2026 17:48

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President inaugurates Thanthirimale Poson Aloka Pooja

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 16:43

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Monday, 29 June 2026 21:11

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Sunday, 28 June 2026 22:31

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Sunday, 28 June 2026 20:17

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Friday, 26 June 2026 04:03

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From consumer to producer: Why Sri Lanka’s AI vision matters for Asia

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:34

Huawei launches “AHEAD” to build new ecosystem for mutual benefits in education and healthcare

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:32

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Friday, 26 June 2026 04:25

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Bayleaf Art Gallery features Susil Gunasiri Dixon’s “Rinascimento Verde” exhibition

Saturday, 27 June 2026 03:46

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ITC Ratnadipa presents “Changes and Traditions” by S. H. Sarath

Saturday, 27 June 2026 03:42

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Impact of Land (Restrictions on Alienation) Act on property transactions in Sri Lanka: A legal and policy analysis

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:12

‘Land’ has long been central to Sri Lanka’s socio-economic development and political debate. It represents not only an economic resource but, ov ..

The era of rubber-stamp Boards is over

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:09

Corporate restructuring: Mastering the tools, navigating the tax

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 06:06

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Gnanasara’s right to be despicable

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 05:41

Galaboda Aththe Gnanasara is among the most vile and despicable individuals to have adorned the saffron robe in recent memory. Through years of inflam ..

Doing away with indelible ink for elections needs wider discussion

Saturday, 27 June 2026 00:37

Dengue control: How a naturally occurring bacteria can transform Asia’s response

Friday, 26 June 2026 03:30

Inflation and economic growth

Friday, 26 June 2026 03:29

The challenge of raising healthy children

Thursday, 25 June 2026 05:14

Suresh Sallay: Culprit or Scapegoat?

Wednesday, 24 June 2026 00:00

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Rewiring organisational culture for a changing workforce

Thursday, 25 June 2026 05:10

In an era where organisations are grappling with employee disengagement, generational shifts, and evolving workplace expectations, traditional managem ..

Global Biz Connect 2026 highlights private sector confidence

Tuesday, 17 March 2026 07:14

LIIN hosts Sri Lanka’s first-ever Impact Investing Summit 2026 with multilateral partners

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 00:00

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Para-tariff phase-out starts in 2028 under Customs reform drive

Ja’pura Uni. publishes international case study on Port City Colombo

CPC reduces Auto Diesel and Petrol 92 prices

SriLankan cleared over UAE payment after probe traces cyber attack to recipient

Sri Lanka joins EUROBIKE Frankfurt 2026

Dr. Rohantha Athukorala awarded Rotarian of the Year

Renowned environmental architect Sunela to headline Dilmah Conservation’s Grey2Green masterclass

Thailand–Sri Lanka Business Forum charts new pathways for trade, investment and regional growth

IMF delegation reviews Sri Lanka Customs progress

NCQP 2026 showcases national excellence with 2,000+ delegates and 450+ improvement teams

Three-decade journey: BOI Director General Renuka Weerakone bids farewell

Handloom is industry of future: Deputy Minister

Future of finance and accounting will be built on trust, innovation, and opportunity: New CIMA President

Investment Forum in Toronto highlights opportunities in Sri Lanka for Canadian investors

Exterminators launches MACCP X mosquito intelligence platform

Marriott International and CG Hospitality Global sign multi-unit agreement to open 3 properties across India and Nepal

Teejay Group navigates industry headwinds with financial strength and strategic focus

Rewiring organisational culture for a changing workforce

Sri Lanka strengthens trade and investment ties with China at China–South Asia Exposition 2026

EDB meets stakeholders to address challenges faced by coconut coir and fibre product exporters

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce 187th AGM today

Sri Lanka must sell value, not volume: Exporters

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Impact of Land (Restrictions on Alienation) Act on property transactions in Sri Lanka: A legal and policy analysis

Corporate restructuring: Mastering the tools, navigating the tax

Daree or The Cave by Bertram Nihal: Has it created a new genre to take Sinhala cinema to the world?

Protecting children online: Copying Australia is not enough

Poson lessons for leaders: Battling in BANI world

The slow train to the more sustainable fast track is back

Iran-US-Israel conflict: A Masterclass in modern geopolitics and geoeconomics

Has Iran emerged stronger after the war? Assessing its regional power status

Iran prevails, Trump concedes and Israel fumes

Will Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar leadership playbook survive the future?

Peasants in revolt: A step towards a new mode of agriculture

Entrepreneurship for a greener future: Tackling environmental challenges and sustainability

Lions and Peterites set for blockbuster showdown: A clash of titans in the making

Lucerne lessons for Lanka, Lebanon war; Easter massacre mastermind scenarios

Beneficial Ownership rules should strengthen governance, not burden business

Market access, not aid is the foreign currency for Sri Lanka

Repatriation of export proceeds into Sri Lanka and conversion – A practical perspective

Pyramid schemes explained: How ordinary people are trapped by false promises

Next wave of currency depreciation

Will lower oil prices become a lasting economic gain?

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India’s Zydus and Sunshine Healthcare in $ 20 m pharmaceutical manufacturing JV in Sri Lanka

Amana Bank acquires ownership of Corporate Office premises from Lee Hedges for Rs. 2.7 b

No international cricket stadium in Jaffna

Ceylon Chamber re-elects Chairperson Krishan Balendra at 187th AGM

IMF delegation reviews Sri Lanka Customs progress

Daree or The Cave by Bertram Nihal: Has it created a new genre to take Sinhala cinema to the world?

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Para-tariff phase-out starts in 2028 under Customs reform drive

Ja’pura Uni. publishes international case study on Port City Colombo

CPC reduces Auto Diesel and Petrol 92 prices

SriLankan cleared over UAE payment after probe traces cyber attack to recipient

Sri Lanka joins EUROBIKE Frankfurt 2026

Dr. Rohantha Athukorala awarded Rotarian of the Year

Renowned environmental architect Sunela to headline Dilmah Conservation’s Grey2Green masterclass

Thailand–Sri Lanka Business Forum charts new pathways for trade, investment and regional growth

IMF delegation reviews Sri Lanka Customs progress

NCQP 2026 showcases national excellence with 2,000+ delegates and 450+ improvement teams

Three-decade journey: BOI Director General Renuka Weerakone bids farewell

Handloom is industry of future: Deputy Minister

Future of finance and accounting will be built on trust, innovation, and opportunity: New CIMA President

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Exterminators launches MACCP X mosquito intelligence platform

Marriott International and CG Hospitality Global sign multi-unit agreement to open 3 properties across India and Nepal

Teejay Group navigates industry headwinds with financial strength and strategic focus

Rewiring organisational culture for a changing workforce

Sri Lanka strengthens trade and investment ties with China at China–South Asia Exposition 2026

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