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Shan the Lionheart leads his pride to supremacy

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:42

State capture, then…and now?

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:26

We had a plan to reduce fuel dependence. We cancelled it

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:25

Balancing import liberalisation and external stability: Why economic policy must put people first

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:23

Lowering CBSL’s inflation target from 5% to 2% is desirable for economic stability

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:22

IMF fiscal management: Barbs wrapped in velvet

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:20

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

IMF urges Govt. be bold on outstanding reforms

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said Sri Lanka’s swift response to the economic fallout from the Middle East conflict had preserved ..

IMF says upcoming Seventh Review to focus on growth

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:30

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said its latest visit to Sri Lanka was intended to take stock of policy developments between program r ..

IMF insists exchange-rate flexibility remains first line of defence

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:26

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said exchange-rate flexibility should remain the primary mechanism for absorbing external shocks, whil ..

President appoints new BOI Chairman and Board

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:24

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed his Senior Economic Adviser Duminda Hulangamuwa as the new Chairman of the Board of Investment of Sri ..

Govt. launches “Tax Power 2026” drive to drive voluntary compliance

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:22

The Government will launch a nationwide campaign next month to encourage voluntary tax compliance and improve public attitudes towards taxation, as pa ..

IMF says vehicle curbs did not derail EFF program as imports top $ 1 b YTD May

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:20

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday clarified that Sri Lanka’s temporary tightening of vehicle import financing requirements did not der ..

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 ..

IMF backs revenue gains, keeps focus on cost-recovery pricing

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:27

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday welcomed Sri Lanka’s fiscal performance so far this year, saying revenue collection had remained bro ..

President assures IMF reforms will stay on course, insists recovery must benefit people

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:25

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to completing Sri Lanka’s IMF-supported reform program, while ..

Sri Lankan drone startup Scouts closes investment round at Rs. 1.6 b valuation

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:23

Scouts, Sri Lanka’s pioneering intelligent drone and robotics company, yesterday said it has closed a funding round at a valuation of Rs. 1.6 billio ..

Customs says alleged $ 1 b phantom imports fell outside its remit

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:21

Sri Lanka Customs yesterday said the alleged nearly $ 1 billion transferred overseas since 2023 through advance-payment transactions without correspon ..

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 ..

IMF says upcoming Seventh Review to focus on growth

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:30

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said its latest visit to Sri Lanka was intended to take stock of policy developments between program r ..

IMF backs revenue gains, keeps focus on cost-recovery pricing

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:27

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday welcomed Sri Lanka’s fiscal performance so far this year, saying revenue collection had remained bro ..

IMF insists exchange-rate flexibility remains first line of defence

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:26

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said exchange-rate flexibility should remain the primary mechanism for absorbing external shocks, whil ..

President assures IMF reforms will stay on course, insists recovery must benefit people

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:25

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to completing Sri Lanka’s IMF-supported reform program, while ..

President appoints new BOI Chairman and Board

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:24

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed his Senior Economic Adviser Duminda Hulangamuwa as the new Chairman of the Board of Investment of Sri ..

Sri Lankan drone startup Scouts closes investment round at Rs. 1.6 b valuation

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:23

Scouts, Sri Lanka’s pioneering intelligent drone and robotics company, yesterday said it has closed a funding round at a valuation of Rs. 1.6 billio ..

Govt. launches “Tax Power 2026” drive to drive voluntary compliance

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:22

The Government will launch a nationwide campaign next month to encourage voluntary tax compliance and improve public attitudes towards taxation, as pa ..

Customs says alleged $ 1 b phantom imports fell outside its remit

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:21

Sri Lanka Customs yesterday said the alleged nearly $ 1 billion transferred overseas since 2023 through advance-payment transactions without correspon ..

IMF says vehicle curbs did not derail EFF program as imports top $ 1 b YTD May

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:20

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday clarified that Sri Lanka’s temporary tightening of vehicle import financing requirements did not der ..

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 ..

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Disability ID card to be introduced for priority government services

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 22:15

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Tuesday, 30 June 2026 21:35

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Tuesday, 30 June 2026 21:29

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Friday, 26 June 2026 04:03

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Wednesday, 17 June 2026 05:12

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Sri Lanka’s best digital innovators honoured at SLASSCOM National Ingenuity Awards 2026

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:08

Amicis Holdings honoured as ‘Adobe Best Partner of the year – Surround India Region’

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:04

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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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State capture, then…and now?

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:26

“Psst…Wanna buy a law?” Brenden Greeley and Alison Fitzgerald (Bloomberg Businessweek – 1.12.2011) ..

We had a plan to reduce fuel dependence. We cancelled it

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:25

Balancing import liberalisation and external stability: Why economic policy must put people first

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:23

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The Opposition and the inflation target

Wednesday, 1 July 2026 00:00

In October 2023, the current Central Bank Governor, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, signed a Monetary Policy Framework Agreement (MPFA) with the then Financ ..

Gnanasara’s right to be despicable

Tuesday, 30 June 2026 05:41

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

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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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DIMO expands renewable energy portfolio with 18MW solar power addition in Galle

CanCham SL hosts high-level dialogue on women’s economic empowerment and SME sustainability

Future Builders Lab to help students navigate their future after A/Ls

Sajith calls for National Climate Strategy

EY Sri Lanka welcomes Sampath Jayawardena to Partnership

Construction sector growth expanded in May

Current account deficit widens in May, trade gap nearly doubles

Nearly 40 investors eye partnership for Mattala Airport

Marlon Ferreira named finalist in prestigious Great British Entrepreneur Awards – UK

CCPI spikes again in June to three-year high 6.8%

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

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

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

CPC reduces Auto Diesel and Petrol 92 prices

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

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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

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Shan the Lionheart leads his pride to supremacy

State capture, then…and now?

We had a plan to reduce fuel dependence. We cancelled it

Balancing import liberalisation and external stability: Why economic policy must put people first

Lowering CBSL’s inflation target from 5% to 2% is desirable for economic stability

IMF fiscal management: Barbs wrapped in velvet

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

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