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Fall of Warnomics: SL economy yet to feel heat of ME war, its choices

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:49

Trembling of tranquility in turbulent times: Woes of a weary war

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:43

Procedural overreach in Inland Revenue 2026 Bill

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:33

Why illegal cyber operations demand a national response

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:29

Lessons in leadership from Elliott Richardson

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:17

Neutrality is not a strategy

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:11

Trump’s un-holy war

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:10

Lost opportunities and cost of mistakes

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Access, not demand will decide Sri Lanka tourism’s future

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:22

Quarter Finals this weekend set to distinguish cream of Schools Rugby

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:20

Energy is national security: Why Sri Lanka’s future depends on a radical power shift

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:20

Extra exposure to external shock; Existential war in the Middle-East

Thursday, 19 March 2026 04:00

Wars, rumours of wars, and a game of oil and fire

Thursday, 19 March 2026 03:55

Naval hostilities off Sri Lanka and the need to preserve Indian Ocean as a zone of peace

Thursday, 19 March 2026 03:51

UN failure to broker a de-escalation is a tragedy for the world

Thursday, 19 March 2026 03:13

Does new IR Bill violate Constitution over IFRS 17?

Thursday, 19 March 2026 03:04

Importance of a benchmarking database for effective implementation of transfer pricing regulations

Thursday, 19 March 2026 02:58

National Fuel Pass and fiction of Sri Lanka’s digitalisation

Thursday, 19 March 2026 02:53

Lessons from the past, what lesson may I ask? Sri Lanka’s greatest disaster

Thursday, 19 March 2026 02:45

Summa simmers Thora in sour soup

Thursday, 19 March 2026 02:21

Top 30% income cohort consumes 70% of fuel: Advocata CEO

Advocata Institute Chief Executive Officer Dhananath Fernando said Sri Lanka’s fuel consumption is heavily skewed, with the top 30% income cohort co ..

Fuel prices rise across CPC, Sinopec and LIOC

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:17

Fuel prices were increased across suppliers following the latest revision by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), which came into effect from midni ..

Primary surplus surges 170% as Budget deficit narrows sharply in 2025: CBSL

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:14

Sri Lanka’s fiscal position strengthened in 2025, with a sharp rise in the primary surplus and a significant narrowing of the overall budget deficit ..

Shehara De Silva selected for EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:03

McLarens Group of Companies Managing Director Shehara De Silva has been named to the Asia Pacific Entrepreneurial Winning Women (EWW) Class of 2026 an ..

Govt. probes phone numbers over fuel QR code abuse

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:01

The Government yesterday said fuel quotas under the QR-based allocation system have been increased, even as authorities tighten enforcement amid conce ..

US weighs easing curbs on Iranian oil in transit to ease price surge

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington is considering easing sanctions on Iranian oil already in transit as energy prices rise sharply am ..

EU mulls energy tax cuts, aid to cushion energy shock from Iran conflict

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

European Union (EU) leaders on Thursday called for temporary measures to ease the impact of rising energy prices triggered by the Iran conflict, inclu ..

Oil retreats from $119 peak as Iran conflict rattles markets

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Oil prices eased on Friday after sharp gains driven by the escalating Iran conflict, while Asian equities traded mostly lower following overnight loss ..

IMF flags Middle East risks; to assess impact, support for Sri Lanka

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has flagged Sri Lanka’s significant exposure to the Middle East conflict and said it will assess the potential ..

Indian airline group warns of route withdrawals amid oil price shock

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

An Indian airline group representing IndiGo, Air India and SpiceJet warns the Indian Government of route withdrawals and fleet delays as fuel prices r ..

Vehicle imports seen cooling off: JB Securities

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Vehicle import momentum is beginning to moderate after a sharp surge following the reopening of the market, with January data already pointing to a sl ..

NSB posts highest-ever profits in 2025

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:26

National Savings Bank Group (NSB) said its operating profit (before all taxes) surged by 55% to reach Rs. 59 billion as of end-2025, while Profit Afte ..

President reviews Middle East fallout, weighs fuel subsidies to shield economy and exports

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:24

A high-level discussion on the economic fallout from the escalating conflict in the Middle East was held yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat und ..

Cabinet clears Rs. 646 m JICA-backed project to strengthen Kelani River monitoring

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:22

The Cabinet of Ministers this week approved a proposal to implement a Rs. 646 million grant-funded project aimed at strengthening post-review monitori ..

Banks to maintain uninterrupted services

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:20

The Sri Lanka Banks’ Association (SLBA) yesterday assured the public that banks will continue to operate on all five weekdays as an essential servic ..

Debt path at risk due to Mideast war impact as reserves target jumps to $ 13.4 b by 2027: Rafi

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:15

Economist Talal Rafi has said the Middle East crisis could complicate Sri Lanka’s debt sustainability path, as the country faces a sharp increase in ..

People’s Bank achieves milestone with Sri Lanka’s largest Rs. 25 b debenture issue

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:12

People’s Bank has reached a significant milestone with the successful completion of Sri Lanka’s largest debenture issue, mobilising Rs. 25 billion ..

Govt. losing Rs. 20 b monthly on fuel subsidy: Cabinet Spokesman

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:02

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday said the Government is absorbing Rs. 20 billion a month to cushion the impact of sharpl ..

Container transport charges up 20%

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:00

The Container Transport Owners’ Association (CTOA) has decided to increase container transport charges by 20% from last midnight, citing the recent ..

Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bill becomes law

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Parliament Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne yesterday endorsed the certificate on the Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bill, which was rec ..

CSE declines 4.85% during week

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

The Colombo stock market ended on the up yesterday, but was still lower than the previous week’s close as the economic fallout from the Middle East ..

Economist warns debt strain, stagflation risks rising

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Former Central Bank Deputy Governor Dr. W.A. Wijewardena has warned that Sri Lanka is entering a more vulnerable phase where Government debt sustainab ..

Cabinet committee on public service continuity meets amid energy constraints

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

The President’s Media Division (PMD) said the Cabinet Committee appointed to ensure the systematic functioning of the public service held its first ..

Court of Appeal rejects Navy ‘security’ claim on GR voyage; upholds RTI supremacy

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

The Court of Appeal has ruled that the Right to Information (RTI) Act prevails over the Official Secrets Act, while holding that national security can ..

SriLankan Bond restructuring secures investor backing with 16% haircut

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:28

SriLankan Airlines and the Government have effectively concluded the restructuring of the airline’s $ 175 million International Sovereign Bond (ISB) ..

Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council calls for urgent Govt. intervention to address fuel crisis

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:25

The Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council yesterday urged the Government to look into the increasingly deteriorating conditions for both exports and importers ..

IMF team here next week

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:23

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Mission Chief for Sri Lanka Evan Papageorgiou yesterday said an IMF staff team will visit Sri Lanka from 23 March to ..

Oil surges past $ 119 amid escalating Middle East conflict

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:21

Benchmark Brent crude climbed above $ 119 a barrel yesterday, as markets reacted to a sharp escalation in Middle East tensions following Iranian strik ..

Chemmani mass grave: Date set for next phase in excavations as families await answers

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:06

Text and Pics by Aanya Wipulasena It was a sandalwood-coloured shirt. Vallipuram Thilagamalar, 74, recognised it as soon as she saw it among the item ..

Fuel prices rise across CPC, Sinopec and LIOC

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:17

Fuel prices were increased across suppliers following the latest revision by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), which came into effect from midni ..

Debt path at risk due to Mideast war impact as reserves target jumps to $ 13.4 b by 2027: Rafi

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:15

Economist Talal Rafi has said the Middle East crisis could complicate Sri Lanka’s debt sustainability path, as the country faces a sharp increase in ..

Primary surplus surges 170% as Budget deficit narrows sharply in 2025: CBSL

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:14

Sri Lanka’s fiscal position strengthened in 2025, with a sharp rise in the primary surplus and a significant narrowing of the overall budget deficit ..

People’s Bank achieves milestone with Sri Lanka’s largest Rs. 25 b debenture issue

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:12

People’s Bank has reached a significant milestone with the successful completion of Sri Lanka’s largest debenture issue, mobilising Rs. 25 billion ..

Shehara De Silva selected for EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:03

McLarens Group of Companies Managing Director Shehara De Silva has been named to the Asia Pacific Entrepreneurial Winning Women (EWW) Class of 2026 an ..

Govt. losing Rs. 20 b monthly on fuel subsidy: Cabinet Spokesman

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:02

Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday said the Government is absorbing Rs. 20 billion a month to cushion the impact of sharpl ..

Govt. probes phone numbers over fuel QR code abuse

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:01

The Government yesterday said fuel quotas under the QR-based allocation system have been increased, even as authorities tighten enforcement amid conce ..

Container transport charges up 20%

Monday, 23 March 2026 04:00

The Container Transport Owners’ Association (CTOA) has decided to increase container transport charges by 20% from last midnight, citing the recent ..

US weighs easing curbs on Iranian oil in transit to ease price surge

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington is considering easing sanctions on Iranian oil already in transit as energy prices rise sharply am ..

Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bill becomes law

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Parliament Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne yesterday endorsed the certificate on the Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bill, which was rec ..

EU mulls energy tax cuts, aid to cushion energy shock from Iran conflict

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

European Union (EU) leaders on Thursday called for temporary measures to ease the impact of rising energy prices triggered by the Iran conflict, inclu ..

CSE declines 4.85% during week

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

The Colombo stock market ended on the up yesterday, but was still lower than the previous week’s close as the economic fallout from the Middle East ..

Oil retreats from $119 peak as Iran conflict rattles markets

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Oil prices eased on Friday after sharp gains driven by the escalating Iran conflict, while Asian equities traded mostly lower following overnight loss ..

Economist warns debt strain, stagflation risks rising

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Former Central Bank Deputy Governor Dr. W.A. Wijewardena has warned that Sri Lanka is entering a more vulnerable phase where Government debt sustainab ..

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Power crisis looms as Sri Lanka weighs tariff decision amid fuel shortage fears

Monday, 23 March 2026 12:22

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Navy seizes large cocaine and heroin hauls in separate operations

Friday, 20 March 2026 11:21

Govt. reviews essential services amid middle east war concerns

Monday, 16 March 2026 12:24

Priority bus service for persons with disabilities to launch next month

Monday, 16 March 2026 00:45

Police to assist QR-based distribution at fuel stations

Monday, 16 March 2026 00:02

IDB launches Industry Revival Facilitation Programme (IRFP)

Friday, 13 March 2026 12:04

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Friday, 20 March 2026 00:00

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Canada’s Predictiv AI sets up Asia Regional Office to support expansion across Asia, Africa, and Middle East

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 00:08

Hutch Pinnacle Awards spotlights on the people powering company’s rapid growth

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 00:04

Dialog Awards 2025 celebrates excellence and innovation in partnership with MTI

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 00:02

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Yazu set to make international debut in Sri Lanka at Radisson Blu Resort Galle

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:10

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Weekend of colour and celebration at City of Dreams Sri Lanka

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

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Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Opinion and Issues

Fall of Warnomics: SL economy yet to feel heat of ME war, its choices

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:49

Since the publication of the previous article in this series titled ‘Mideast war, emerging external shocks and Sri Lanka’s choices’ 1, the geopo ..

Trembling of tranquility in turbulent times: Woes of a weary war

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:43

Procedural overreach in Inland Revenue 2026 Bill

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:33

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When restraint is wisdom

Monday, 23 March 2026 02:10

The Government of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today finds itself navigating a precarious moment in global politics, as tensions in West Asia es ..

Environmental cost of wars

Saturday, 21 March 2026 00:00

Heading for hard times

Friday, 20 March 2026 00:00

Tough days ahead for Govt. and the public

Thursday, 19 March 2026 03:11

Coal fiasco undermines Government’s credibility

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 00:00

Accountability for Airbus deal

Tuesday, 17 March 2026 02:59

Special Report

Global Biz Connect 2026 highlights private sector confidence

Tuesday, 17 March 2026 07:14

Global Biz Connect 2026, cross-industry networking platform, recently brought together business executives, entrepreneurs, and diaspora representative ..

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

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 00:00

IMF Chief backs Sri Lanka recovery; says open to flexible program post-Ditwah

Monday, 16 February 2026 02:44

Business News

Sri Lanka establishes first dedicated Fire Safety Engineering Centre at University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Postponement of Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2026

Uber and PickMe urge Govt. to allocate higher fuel quotas

Strategic imperatives for Sri Lanka amid Gulf conflict

Lankadeepa FT–Lanka Business TV ‘Wiyawasayakaya’ business and investment summit in Galle draws 250+

Capacity-building program for 25 officials from CBSL at Reserve Bank Staff College, Chennai

CDB champions women entrepreneurs through CAN Market partnership

NTB partners NCE to strengthen support for Sri Lankan exporters

New Anthoney’s Farms marks third year at Healthy Living Expo

Home Lands delivers 3,500 resort apartments and villas

Deloitte Tax Leader Charmaine Tillekeratne recognised as Highly Regarded Women in Tax Leader – Asia Pacific for 2026

Britol and GP Certified introduce certified recycled plastics in FMCG packaging

Fuel QR system gets override option to fix registration hassles

Hayleys oversubscribed debenture issue raises Rs. 5.82 b in applications

New hotline launched for National Fuel Pass complaints

Ambeon Holdings proposes 1-for-4 share subdivision

UN maritime body urges ‘safe maritime corridor’ in Gulf

South Asian icons from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, India and Pakistan feature in 21st century’s global merit poll

Hayleys debenture issue oversubscribed

Cabinet clears move to amend duty-free rules at Colombo Port City

PUCSL to decide on electricity tariff hike within March after consultations conclude

Forbes Marshall Lanka wins Gold Flame at Sri Lanka National Energy Efficiency Awards 2025

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Fall of Warnomics: SL economy yet to feel heat of ME war, its choices

Trembling of tranquility in turbulent times: Woes of a weary war

Procedural overreach in Inland Revenue 2026 Bill

Why illegal cyber operations demand a national response

Lessons in leadership from Elliott Richardson

Neutrality is not a strategy

Trump’s un-holy war

Lost opportunities and cost of mistakes

Access, not demand will decide Sri Lanka tourism’s future

Quarter Finals this weekend set to distinguish cream of Schools Rugby

Energy is national security: Why Sri Lanka’s future depends on a radical power shift

Extra exposure to external shock; Existential war in the Middle-East

Wars, rumours of wars, and a game of oil and fire

Naval hostilities off Sri Lanka and the need to preserve Indian Ocean as a zone of peace

UN failure to broker a de-escalation is a tragedy for the world

Does new IR Bill violate Constitution over IFRS 17?

Importance of a benchmarking database for effective implementation of transfer pricing regulations

National Fuel Pass and fiction of Sri Lanka’s digitalisation

Lessons from the past, what lesson may I ask? Sri Lanka’s greatest disaster

Summa simmers Thora in sour soup

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