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Anura Shakthi: Indianisation, rhetoric, zero-development, socioeconomic regression

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:40

Heretic’s Mirror: Moral psychology and collapse of reform in NPP – Part 2B

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:30

Welcome to new Mayor

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:24

Building a resourcing strategy: Blueprint for sustainable local governance – Part 3

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:20

100-year anniversary celebration of Sri Lanka Medical Council

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:24

Beyond bailouts: Can Sri Lanka reform without IMF?

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:22

Delayed promise of a new constitution: Why NPP is failing to stick to mandate

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:20

Big upset turns Tables of the League

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:00

Insight of economics: Push and pull factors

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 05:07

Inside the Echo Temple: Moral binding and architecture of belief – Part 2A

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 04:58

Innovation and lives at stake in Sri Lanka’s smoking policy decisions

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 00:59

Sri Lanka’s rapid ageing: Challenge and opportunity

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 00:55

Why investors are reluctant to come to Sri Lanka despite incredible potential

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 00:52

Strategic reform for local governance: Professional approach – Part 2

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 00:39

Fault lines between Dollars and Dhamma

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 00:32

Appreciation: Rienzie Wijetilleke is no more but his name remains in our hearts forever

Monday, 7 July 2025 02:18

To save its famed tea, Sri Lanka must look to the soil

Monday, 7 July 2025 01:52

Sri Lanka’s new VAT framework for Non-Resident Digital Services: What you need to know

Monday, 7 July 2025 01:23

Is Sri Lanka ready for the long road to sustained recovery?

Monday, 7 July 2025 01:14

Mind your language

Saturday, 5 July 2025 00:56

Trump settles for 30% tariff on Sri Lanka, down from 44% proposed earlier

US President Donald Trump has settled for a 30% tariff on imports from Sri Lanka, down from 44% proposed in April. He announced the move in a letter ..

Advocata Institute urges Govt. to uphold electricity sector reforms

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:14

The Advocata Institute yesterday called on the Government to reaffirm its commitment to the critical reforms initiated by the 2024 Electricity Act. ..

Colombo stock market rebounds on improved sentiment

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:08

The Colombo stock market yesterday bounced back to positive territory inspired by fresh buying. The benchmark ASPI gained by 129 points or 0.7% and t ..

CRTA Chief calls for firm retention of all-inclusive freight regulation to safeguard national competitiveness and export integrity

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:04

In a decisive show of unity and resolve, Colombo Rubber Traders’ Association (CRTA) Chairman Harin de Silva yesterday extended the Association’s u ..

Drought forces NWSDB to urge public to conserve water

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:00

Due to the prevailing dry weather conditions, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has requested consumers to use drinking water spari ..

Sajith urges Govt. to stop 18% tax on digital entrepreneurs

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:08

Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday urged the Government to stop the 18% tax on digital economy and entrepreneurs. The Government has propo ..

Marikkar Chair of Infrastructure and Strategic Development Oversight Committee of Parliament

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:04

Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya’s Colombo District Parliamentarian S.M. Marrikar was yesterday elected as the Chairman of the Sectoral Oversi ..

Shippers’ Council warns against repeal of all-inclusive freight rule

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:00

In a united and impassioned defence of all-inclusive freight regulation, top representatives from the export, manufacturing and logistics sectors on M ..

Colombo Dockyard to raise Rs. 13 b via Rights Issue

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 03:56

Colombo Dockyard PLC (DOCK) yesterday announced a Rights Issue to raise Rs. 13 billion as part of the deal to bring in India’s Mazagon as controllin ..

Donald Trump delays tariff deadline to 1 August

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 03:55

The US is close to finalising several trade pacts in the coming days and will notify other countries of higher tariff ..

Dr. Harsha defends CoPF probe findings on e-commerce

Monday, 7 July 2025 06:14

The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) MP and economist Dr. Harsha de Silva on Saturday firmly rejected accusations that he is seeking t ..

Private sector borrowing picks up in May

Monday, 7 July 2025 06:11

Private sector borrowing picked up in May to Rs. 133 billion, resulting in the outstanding amount crossing the Rs. 8.6 trillion mark after a low deman ..

Sri Lanka reboots Tourist VAT Refund Scheme to boost local purchases

Monday, 7 July 2025 06:08

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) last Friday officially revived its Tourist VAT Refund Scheme (TVRS) to incentivise visitor spending on local goods ..

Home Lands Group buys 1 acre land in Thummulla for record Rs. 4.5 b

Monday, 7 July 2025 06:01

The Home Lands Group has announced the successful conclusion of the acquisition of a nearly 1 acre land in Thummulla at a record Rs. 29 million per pe ..

Vehicle Revenue Licence system temporarily off

Monday, 7 July 2025 05:59

The Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) yesterday announced the temporary unavailability of the vehicle Revenue Licenc ..

Middlemen in shipping and logistics at it again, lobbying for anti-competitive charges on exporters and importers?

Monday, 7 July 2025 00:37

It was reported last week at the AGM of the Non-Vessel Operating Agents (NVOCC) under the banner of SLANA (Sri Lanka Association of NVOCC Agents) call ..

Sri Lanka Tourism tops 1.2 m arrivals amidst sluggish July start

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:10

By Charumini de Silva Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has crossed the 1.2 million mark in arrivals for 2025, with 48,300 tourists visiting the country ..

Industry slams flawed policymaking jeopardises trade and port competitiveness

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:06

Industry stakeholders yesterday raised concerns over what they describe as a flawed and politically influenced policymaking process that fails to serv ..

Supreme Court directs strict action against ragging in universities

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:02

The Supreme Court yesterday directed the University Grants Commission (UGC) to strictly enforce the guidelines formulated to prevent harassment in uni ..

Dhammika returns to market; buys Nahil-founded East West for Rs. 3.2 b

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:10

Business leader Dhammika Perera yesterday returned to the market buying control of East-West Properties PLC-founded by tycoon turned philanthropist Na ..

Reserve Bank of India extends fresh boost to Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:06

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has offered the Central Bank of Sri Lanka an extension to the remaining dues under the $ 2.6 billion Special Swap Arra ..

Sri Lanka among top 3 summer getaways according to Emirates search data

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:02

Sri Lanka is among the top three summer destinations for travel in July and August, according to the latest booking data of Emirates, the world’s bi ..

Sri Lanka faces 50,000 job loss risk amid looming US tariffs: FTZMA

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 03:57

Sri Lanka’s economy could face a significant blow, with the Free Trade Zone Manufacturers’ Association (FTZMA) yesterday cautioning that the propo ..

Trump warns of extra 10% tariff for countries aligning with anti-American BRICS

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 03:55

In a fresh threat to the fast-growing BRICS coalition, which now includes 10 nations and was originally represented by Brazil, Russia, India, China, a ..

Advocata urges Govt. not to kill what’s helping e-commerce customers; pushes for checkout tax reform

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 03:47

The Advocata Institute yesterday urged the Government not to drive away what’s helping consumers when it comes to e-commerce and recommended adoptin ..

Sri Lanka hopeful of positive outcome amid US tariff deadline looms: Treasury Secy.

Monday, 7 July 2025 06:13

With just a couple of days remaining ahead of the crucial 9 July deadline to negotiate reciprocal tariffs adjustments, Sri Lanka is pinning its hopes ..

Tourism earnings rise 10% YoY to $ 1.7 b in 1H

Monday, 7 July 2025 06:09

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has posted a moderate rebound in the first half of 2025, with earnings rising 10% year-on-year (YoY) to over $ 1.71 bil ..

Softlogic taps global expertise; announces key new appointments

Monday, 7 July 2025 06:02

The Softlogic Group, one of the largest conglomerates in the country, has announced the appointments of Kong Leong Chan as Adviser to Chairman Ashok P ..

Unemployment rate down to 3.8%: CBSL

Monday, 7 July 2025 06:00

Sri Lanka’s unemployment rate has dipped to 3.8% in the first quarter according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) from 4.5% a year ago. In 202 ..

Vallibel Finance delivers record-breaking performance

Monday, 7 July 2025 05:09

Vallibel Finance PLC has delivered a standout financial performance in FY 2024/25, marked by double-digit growth across key indicators. The company re ..

Fifty years of faith, forgiveness, and fearless advocacy

Monday, 7 July 2025 00:33

On 29 June 2025, Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith celebrated 50 years in the priesthood—a significant milestone in a life dedicated to faith, service, justi ..

Advocata Institute urges Govt. to uphold electricity sector reforms

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:14

The Advocata Institute yesterday called on the Government to reaffirm its commitment to the critical reforms initiated by the 2024 Electricity Act. ..

Sri Lanka Tourism tops 1.2 m arrivals amidst sluggish July start

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:10

By Charumini de Silva Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has crossed the 1.2 million mark in arrivals for 2025, with 48,300 tourists visiting the country ..

Colombo stock market rebounds on improved sentiment

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:08

The Colombo stock market yesterday bounced back to positive territory inspired by fresh buying. The benchmark ASPI gained by 129 points or 0.7% and t ..

Industry slams flawed policymaking jeopardises trade and port competitiveness

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:06

Industry stakeholders yesterday raised concerns over what they describe as a flawed and politically influenced policymaking process that fails to serv ..

CRTA Chief calls for firm retention of all-inclusive freight regulation to safeguard national competitiveness and export integrity

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:04

In a decisive show of unity and resolve, Colombo Rubber Traders’ Association (CRTA) Chairman Harin de Silva yesterday extended the Association’s u ..

Supreme Court directs strict action against ragging in universities

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:02

The Supreme Court yesterday directed the University Grants Commission (UGC) to strictly enforce the guidelines formulated to prevent harassment in uni ..

Drought forces NWSDB to urge public to conserve water

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:00

Due to the prevailing dry weather conditions, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has requested consumers to use drinking water spari ..

Dhammika returns to market; buys Nahil-founded East West for Rs. 3.2 b

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:10

Business leader Dhammika Perera yesterday returned to the market buying control of East-West Properties PLC-founded by tycoon turned philanthropist Na ..

Sajith urges Govt. to stop 18% tax on digital entrepreneurs

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:08

Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday urged the Government to stop the 18% tax on digital economy and entrepreneurs. The Government has propo ..

Reserve Bank of India extends fresh boost to Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:06

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has offered the Central Bank of Sri Lanka an extension to the remaining dues under the $ 2.6 billion Special Swap Arra ..

Marikkar Chair of Infrastructure and Strategic Development Oversight Committee of Parliament

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:04

Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya’s Colombo District Parliamentarian S.M. Marrikar was yesterday elected as the Chairman of the Sectoral Oversi ..

Sri Lanka among top 3 summer getaways according to Emirates search data

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:02

Sri Lanka is among the top three summer destinations for travel in July and August, according to the latest booking data of Emirates, the world’s bi ..

Shippers’ Council warns against repeal of all-inclusive freight rule

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:00

In a united and impassioned defence of all-inclusive freight regulation, top representatives from the export, manufacturing and logistics sectors on M ..

Sri Lanka faces 50,000 job loss risk amid looming US tariffs: FTZMA

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 03:57

Sri Lanka’s economy could face a significant blow, with the Free Trade Zone Manufacturers’ Association (FTZMA) yesterday cautioning that the propo ..

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BCC Lanka goes fully digital after 35 years

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 13:04

BCC Lanka Limited, under the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, has completed its full digital transformation after operating manu ..

President launches ‘Prajashakthi’ to empower rural communities

Sunday, 6 July 2025 11:29

Cabinet approves timeline for 2026 budget

Friday, 4 July 2025 12:11

Sri Lanka, Netherlands discuss return of colonial-era artefacts

Thursday, 3 July 2025 11:41

Starlink satellite internet launched in Sri Lanka

Thursday, 3 July 2025 11:02

Lanka Hospitals launches Lanka Lifeline and Lanka Care Services

Thursday, 3 July 2025 10:01

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Muslim Choral Ensemble’s An-Nur 2025 unveils new path

Saturday, 7 June 2025 00:00

Sampath Bank thrills audiences with spectacular trilingual symphony experience

Thursday, 29 May 2025 03:36

FT Click Digital

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

Futurity unveils AI R&D centre in Colombo to accelerate innovation and growth

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:10

Dialog unveils Rs. 150 m worth prizes for digital reloads

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:04

Sysco LABS Academy codes tech career possibilities for next generation

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:02

FT Lite

The Little Hut is back – Sri Lanka’s first nightclub reopens with a retro bang

Saturday, 5 July 2025 00:10

The Little Hut, the country’s first-ever nightclub originally launched in 1957 at the Mount Lavinia Hotel, officially reopened its doors last Friday ..

Galle Literary Festival 2026 returns with 13th edition

Saturday, 5 July 2025 00:10

F1 The Movie races into Scope Cinemas with Sri Lanka’s biggest Hollywood red-carpet premiere

Saturday, 5 July 2025 00:04

Opinion and Issues

Anura Shakthi: Indianisation, rhetoric, zero-development, socioeconomic regression

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:40

‘…Mazagon’s entry into Colombo Port is not merely a commercial bailout — it is a strategic assertion in the Indian Ocean’s unfolding power p ..

Heretic’s Mirror: Moral psychology and collapse of reform in NPP – Part 2B

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:30

Welcome to new Mayor

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:24

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Govt. involvement in media regulation risky

Thursday, 10 July 2025 00:00

The Editors’ Guild of Sri Lanka (TEGOSL) withdrew recently from a committee appointed by the Ministry of Mass Media to draft a National Media Policy ..

Ad hoc policy shifts and renewable energy development

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 00:00

Accountability for Bond scam

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 04:57

Justice Minister, end your homophobia

Monday, 7 July 2025 02:29

Same yardstick should be applied when investigating corruption/bribery

Saturday, 5 July 2025 00:00

India’s Mazagon’s acquisition of Colombo Dockyard

Friday, 4 July 2025 00:00

Special Report

IODA pledges to support SL to make country diving hub

Tuesday, 24 June 2025 00:08

The Indian Ocean Divers Association (IODA) recently pledged its support, collaboration, and providing expertise to Sri Lanka to develop meaningful and ..

Forging unity through media: 2025 SCO Media Cooperation Forum in Xinjiang

Monday, 16 June 2025 02:35

President and experts dissect new Govt.’s maiden Budget 2025

Thursday, 20 February 2025 04:36

Business News

President calls for urgent Customs reforms to support digital economy goals

First Capital to host Mid-Year Outlook Investor Forum 2025

99x empowers tech talent through AI-driven culture

Leadership, purpose, and governance in changing world

ISA 7th Regional Committee Meeting for Asia and Pacific Region set to advance regional partnerships

Daraz Sri Lanka and NEDA expand strategic partnership with capacity-building program for MSME enablement

H One secures top spot at Microsoft Agentic AI Hackathon

Fashion visionary Prassanna Pathmanathan honoured on global stage

S-lon Lanka CEO Nalin Jayawardhana named CMG’s Executive of the Year

Taste worth celebrating

Hayleys Electronics unveils 2025 portfolio with new tagline: ‘Trust Beyond a Warranty’

Jindal brushes past rivals in Dulux buy

EDB eyes pharmaceutical export boost through SLPMA partnership

SLPA team visit Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium

Tokyo Cement navigates competitive headwinds to post strong FY24/25 earnings

CSE, SEC, SLID, and KPMG host Family Business Forum

Lake House Printers and Publishers secures ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, reinforcing commitment to information security excellence

Bootstrapped Sri Lankan start-up Connect Ville enters event tech space

Changing dynamics of family business: Creating value across generations

Rocell honours craftsmanship with exclusive event for Installer’s Club top members

Colombo Dockyard enters into strategic collaboration with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders of India

Sri Lanka and Japan hold Economic Cooperation Policy Dialogue

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Anura Shakthi: Indianisation, rhetoric, zero-development, socioeconomic regression

Heretic’s Mirror: Moral psychology and collapse of reform in NPP – Part 2B

Welcome to new Mayor

Building a resourcing strategy: Blueprint for sustainable local governance – Part 3

100-year anniversary celebration of Sri Lanka Medical Council

Beyond bailouts: Can Sri Lanka reform without IMF?

Delayed promise of a new constitution: Why NPP is failing to stick to mandate

Big upset turns Tables of the League

Insight of economics: Push and pull factors

Inside the Echo Temple: Moral binding and architecture of belief – Part 2A

Innovation and lives at stake in Sri Lanka’s smoking policy decisions

Sri Lanka’s rapid ageing: Challenge and opportunity

Why investors are reluctant to come to Sri Lanka despite incredible potential

Strategic reform for local governance: Professional approach – Part 2

Fault lines between Dollars and Dhamma

Appreciation: Rienzie Wijetilleke is no more but his name remains in our hearts forever

To save its famed tea, Sri Lanka must look to the soil

Sri Lanka’s new VAT framework for Non-Resident Digital Services: What you need to know

Is Sri Lanka ready for the long road to sustained recovery?

Mind your language

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