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From protestation to pragmatism: NPP’s economic coming of age?

Saturday, 20 June 2026 04:48

Forged in vision, bound by service: KDA Intake 1 at 45 years

Saturday, 20 June 2026 04:21

Beyond the IMF: Why Sri Lanka needs a national vision, strong institutions and effective economic diplomacy

Friday, 19 June 2026 01:22

Stop producing Master Plans: Sri Lanka needs only a ‘Friction-free ecosystem’ for economic growth

Friday, 19 June 2026 01:20

Solvency is for the State, prosperity is for the people

Friday, 19 June 2026 01:19

Trinity and Zahira; a historic rugby rivalry

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:30

Transformational climate adaptation in Sri Lanka needs better governance

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:25

Decent work for domestic workers can’t wait

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:24

From volume to value: Making the most of South Asia’s food sector

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:10

Dark shadows: Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya’s declaration on PC elections

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:30

Have we lost the ability to draft good laws?

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:26

Prajeeth’s blueprint: The long game

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:22

Viet Nam’s journey to economic and industrial powerhouse in Asia — A strategic reflection for Sri Lanka

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:21

Paucity of demanding home consumers and world-class suppliers stymying SL’s global competitiveness

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:20

Japan’s proposal for an Economic Corridor between India and Sri Lanka

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:05

From fragmented environmental law to One Planet Law

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 07:31

The hands that support a nation: A call to recognise migrant workers and their families

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:29

The AI decision Sri Lankan schools are taking in silence

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:23

Tax by choice, not force: Can Sri Lanka make the shift?

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:14

Way forward for SME borrowers

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:04

Govt. tightens rules after $ 85 m bogus import payments disclosure

The Government has moved to tighten oversight of outward remittances linked to imports, introducing new regulations that require real-time reporting o ..

New monitoring rules aim to curb forex leakages, not restrict trade: Deputy Minister

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:41

Deputy Finance and Planning Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando yesterday clarified that the Government’s latest gazette notification on imports is ..

Sri Lanka welcomes US-Iran ceasefire agreement

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:36

Sri Lanka yesterday welcomed the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran establishing ..

Presidential Secretariat reviews progress of 2026 Budget projects amid delays

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:32

A high-level review of the implementation of projects and policy initiatives under the 2026 Budget was held yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat, ..

Sri Lanka Print Expo 2026 opens, showcasing innovation, inclusivity and sustainability

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:27

Sri Lanka’s largest printing, packaging and graphic communications exhibition commenced yesterday at BMICH. ..

Rupee gains this week

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:24

The rupee has appreciated against the US dollar during the week ending 19 June. ..

Sri Lanka and Benelux private sectors forge new alliances

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:28

The private sectors of Sri Lanka and Benelux countries Belgium and Luxembourg this week forged new alliances aimed at boosting trade and investments. ..

SEC steps up enforcements

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:25

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has in 2025 stepped up enforcements under powers granted by the SEC Act, No. 19 of 2021, inc ..

Softlogic Life to acquire 60% stake in Bangladesh insurer for $ 1.9 m

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:22

Softlogic Life Insurance PLC has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire a 60% stake in Bangladesh-based Diamond Life Insurance Company Ltd., for ..

US and Iran end war

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:20

The US and Iran have signed an agreement aimed at ending more than three months of hostilities and creating a framework for a broader settlement, mark ..

Govt. to review fuel relief after three months: Deputy Minister

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:28

Deputy Finance and Planning Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando yesterday said the Government will decide whether to extend its fuel subsidy and relie ..

Govt. secures ammonium nitrate imports from India amid ban

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:24

Sri Lanka has secured the resumption of ammonium nitrate imports from India after the neighbouring country approved a monthly export quota of 220 metr ..

Customs gazettes comprehensive fee framework from July

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:21

Sri Lanka Customs will implement a comprehensive fee and operational framework from 1 July under new regulations issued by Finance, Planning and Econo ..

Former Industrial Finance depositors seek redress over share conversion losses

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:00

A group of former depositors of Industrial Finance Ltd., now operating as Lanka Credit and Business Finance PLC (LCBF), has renewed calls for regulato ..

Prime and Melwa secure 3rd Marina District land parcel

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:56

Prime-Melwa has become the largest property investor in Port City Colombo, following the acquisition of their third and one of the most coveted land p ..

World’s #1 Culture/Colour Brain Thinker Arthur arrives in SL

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:49

The world’s #1 Culture/Colour Brain Thinker Arthur Carmazzi, arrived in Sri Lanka Monday night ahead of his highly anticipated workshop on 19 Jun ..

Ravi urges review of CBSL framework, calls for 2-3% inflation target

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:37

Opposition MP Ravi Karunanayake has called for lowering the medium-term inflation target to 2-3% from the current 5%, arguing that the forthcoming sta ..

CSE up 3.35% during week

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:33

The Colombo stock market yesterday ended the week in red, ending a two-session positive run. During the week, the ASPI gained 3.35% and the S&P SL20 w ..

COPF approves CBSL data collection, export proceeds rules

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:29

The Committee on Public Finance (COPF) has approved two sets of rules issued under the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, while raising concerns over gaps ..

Oil prices fluctuate after US, Iran call off talks in Switzerland

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:26

Global oil prices have fluctuated slightly on Friday, briefly reaching back above the $ 80 per barrel mark for Brent crude, as the United States and I ..

NSO pledges to settle IPP arrears soon

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:30

National System Operator (NSO) Chairman Dr. Pradeep Perera has told the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) that payments due to independent power prod ..

25-member Thai business delegation arrives as SLTBC marks 25 years of bilateral trade ties

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:26

A 25-member business delegation from Thailand’s Board of Trade will join Sri Lankan corporate leaders, policymakers, and diplomats in Colombo today ..

First-ever India Trade Desk opens

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:23

For many Sri Lankan businesses, India has long represented a market of immense potential. Yet despite its proximity and promise, entering and expandin ..

Harsha questions CPC’s forex planning

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:21

Parliament’s Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) Chairman Dr. Harsha de Silva has questioned whether the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) was manag ..

Govt. maintains 5% growth target, eyes path to 7% medium-term expansion

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:30

The Government remains confident of achieving its 5% economic growth target this year and is working towards a medium-term objective of 7% inclusive a ..

SEC steps up push for SOE listings as capital market reforms gather pace

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:25

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) intensified efforts in 2025 to bring State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) to the capital market, a ..

Nahil donates Rs. 3 b to alma mater Trinity

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:23

Business tycoon turned philanthropist and old boy Nahil Wijesuriya has donated Rs. 3 billion to Trinity College, Kandy. Trinity College Principal Rev ..

CA overturns RTI order on EPF Bond transaction disclosures

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:20

The Court of Appeal (CA) has set aside a Right to Information (RTI) Commission order directing the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) to disclose detail ..

Free Lawyers allege $ 2.5 m Treasury cyber fraud funds in US bank account

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:58

The Free Lawyers Association has called for the appointment of a Parliamentary Select Committee to investigate the $ 2.5 million Treasury cyber fraud, ..

UK Trade Envoy Lord Hannett in town for high-level trade, investment engagements

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:54

The UK’s Trade Envoy to Sri Lanka, Lord Hannett of Everton, will hold talks with Government ministers, officials and business leaders this week as t ..

Manufacturing, services PMI improves in May

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:47

The country’s manufacturing and services sectors in May have expanded, as per the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), its compiler the Central Bank ..

New monitoring rules aim to curb forex leakages, not restrict trade: Deputy Minister

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:41

Deputy Finance and Planning Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando yesterday clarified that the Government’s latest gazette notification on imports is ..

Ravi urges review of CBSL framework, calls for 2-3% inflation target

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:37

Opposition MP Ravi Karunanayake has called for lowering the medium-term inflation target to 2-3% from the current 5%, arguing that the forthcoming sta ..

Sri Lanka welcomes US-Iran ceasefire agreement

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:36

Sri Lanka yesterday welcomed the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran establishing ..

CSE up 3.35% during week

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:33

The Colombo stock market yesterday ended the week in red, ending a two-session positive run. During the week, the ASPI gained 3.35% and the S&P SL20 w ..

Presidential Secretariat reviews progress of 2026 Budget projects amid delays

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:32

A high-level review of the implementation of projects and policy initiatives under the 2026 Budget was held yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat, ..

COPF approves CBSL data collection, export proceeds rules

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:29

The Committee on Public Finance (COPF) has approved two sets of rules issued under the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, while raising concerns over gaps ..

Sri Lanka Print Expo 2026 opens, showcasing innovation, inclusivity and sustainability

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:27

Sri Lanka’s largest printing, packaging and graphic communications exhibition commenced yesterday at BMICH. ..

Oil prices fluctuate after US, Iran call off talks in Switzerland

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:26

Global oil prices have fluctuated slightly on Friday, briefly reaching back above the $ 80 per barrel mark for Brent crude, as the United States and I ..

Rupee gains this week

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:24

The rupee has appreciated against the US dollar during the week ending 19 June. ..

NSO pledges to settle IPP arrears soon

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:30

National System Operator (NSO) Chairman Dr. Pradeep Perera has told the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) that payments due to independent power prod ..

Sri Lanka and Benelux private sectors forge new alliances

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:28

The private sectors of Sri Lanka and Benelux countries Belgium and Luxembourg this week forged new alliances aimed at boosting trade and investments. ..

25-member Thai business delegation arrives as SLTBC marks 25 years of bilateral trade ties

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:26

A 25-member business delegation from Thailand’s Board of Trade will join Sri Lankan corporate leaders, policymakers, and diplomats in Colombo today ..

SEC steps up enforcements

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:25

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has in 2025 stepped up enforcements under powers granted by the SEC Act, No. 19 of 2021, inc ..

First-ever India Trade Desk opens

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:23

For many Sri Lankan businesses, India has long represented a market of immense potential. Yet despite its proximity and promise, entering and expandin ..

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Cabinet reallocates 408 housing units for flood victims, families living on CPC pipeline route

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:23

The Cabinet of Ministers this week approved the reallocation of 408 housing units originally acquired for the suspended elevated expressway project to ..

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Japan donates refrigerated trucks to boost Sri Lanka’s fisheries sector

Saturday, 20 June 2026 21:09

The Government of Japan has donated six refrigerated trucks worth Rs. 200 million to Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Fisheries to strengthen fish distributi ..

Sri Lanka eyes value-added mineral sands industry

Thursday, 18 June 2026 07:25

SLITA awards diplomas to 596 graduates

Tuesday, 16 June 2026 13:08

Neurology Institute upgraded at National Hospital

Sunday, 7 June 2026 21:00

NCPC Sri Lanka launches major sustainability initiatives for 2026

Wednesday, 3 June 2026 12:55

Army Commander opens Medical Clinic Centre at Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment

Wednesday, 3 June 2026 11:20

FT Click

Sampath Bank marks third year of musical excellence with SOSL Pops Trilingual Extravaganza

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 05:12

“Glitz and Glam” in down under

Friday, 5 June 2026 02:14

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

AI Catalyst Symposium Sri Lanka 2026 highlights practical pathways to realising ROI from AI

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 17:03

HNB, Nucleus Software celebrate 5 years of partnership

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 07:29

NEGETE and InfraBeat to advance SAP-led digital transformation

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 07:25

FT Lite

Translation of State Award-winning Sinhala short story wins at Himal Fiction Fest 2026

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:02

Gaya Nagahawatta’s translation titled ‘The Scintillating Darkness Sighted by the Aged Blacksmith’ of the award-winning Sinhala short story by Pi ..

‘The Way You Like It’ by Thisath Thoradeniya: Now showing at Saskia Fernando Gallery

Saturday, 20 June 2026 05:00

Rukshan Perera’s ‘A Musical Journey’ tomorrow

Saturday, 20 June 2026 04:57

Opinion and Issues

From protestation to pragmatism: NPP’s economic coming of age?

Saturday, 20 June 2026 04:48

In a probing interview on her YouTube channel ‘Conversations with Alanki’, Alanki Kishani Perera recently asked Senior Presidential Adviser on Eco ..

Frauds at SriLankan Airlines

Saturday, 20 June 2026 04:40

A great pillar of the business community bids farewell

Saturday, 20 June 2026 04:38

FT View - Editorial

From system change to no system

Saturday, 20 June 2026 04:48

For a Government that came to power promising to end corruption and usher in an era of transparency and accountability, it has shown little enthusiasm ..

Latest restructuring committee for SriLankan Airlines

Friday, 19 June 2026 00:00

Peace between US-Iran a welcome move

Thursday, 18 June 2026 00:00

The hands that support a nation: A call to recognise migrant workers and their families

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:29

No systemic change in SOEs yet under NPP Government

Wednesday, 17 June 2026 06:12

Preparing for El Niño

Tuesday, 16 June 2026 00:23

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

Powering safer solar future: Why must safety keep pace with Sri Lanka’s renewable energy growth?

LIIN empowers Northern women entrepreneurs through Emerging Women Summit

HNB and IESL sign MoU to extend exclusive financial benefits to Sri Lanka’s engineering community

DFCC relocates Ratnapura Branch to enhance accessibility and customer experience

Govt. targets $ 1 b gem industry as Sri Lanka pushes global hub ambitions

UK Trade Envoy discusses exports growth, investment climate with Industry Minister

Diplomats get briefing on Sri Lanka Expo 2027

Concentric AI joins forces as Strategic Partner for 2nd Data Privacy and Protection Summit

Dialog advances enterprise risk governance to global ISO 31000 standards

Digital veterinary health monitoring supports “Aloka” during historic peace walk across Sri Lanka

Print Expo 2026 starts today; to spotlight innovation, sustainability and MSME sector growth

Lakarcade appointed as National Entity Member of World Crafts Council AISBL

C.W. Mackie promotes Mangala Perera as CEO

Minor Hotel Group’s Wayne Williams joins Serendib Hotels Board

NCE raises concerns over absence of industry consultation on forex regulation

Kapruka delivers full-year profit as AI-powered platform strategy accelerates

CSE loses steam after Monday rally

Sweden-Sri Lanka Business Council maps members’ priorities

Pavithran Thurairatnam wins Honorary Mention at Global AYDA Awards 2025/2026

Delmege Consumer partners Daraz to bring its goods to your doorstep

Foreign Ministry hosts networking reception to strengthen economic diplomacy partnerships

SLID launches Public Sector Forum to advance governance excellence in State-Owned Enterprises

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From protestation to pragmatism: NPP’s economic coming of age?

Forged in vision, bound by service: KDA Intake 1 at 45 years

Beyond the IMF: Why Sri Lanka needs a national vision, strong institutions and effective economic diplomacy

Stop producing Master Plans: Sri Lanka needs only a ‘Friction-free ecosystem’ for economic growth

Solvency is for the State, prosperity is for the people

Trinity and Zahira; a historic rugby rivalry

Transformational climate adaptation in Sri Lanka needs better governance

Decent work for domestic workers can’t wait

From volume to value: Making the most of South Asia’s food sector

Dark shadows: Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya’s declaration on PC elections

Have we lost the ability to draft good laws?

Prajeeth’s blueprint: The long game

Viet Nam’s journey to economic and industrial powerhouse in Asia — A strategic reflection for Sri Lanka

Paucity of demanding home consumers and world-class suppliers stymying SL’s global competitiveness

Japan’s proposal for an Economic Corridor between India and Sri Lanka

From fragmented environmental law to One Planet Law

The hands that support a nation: A call to recognise migrant workers and their families

The AI decision Sri Lankan schools are taking in silence

Tax by choice, not force: Can Sri Lanka make the shift?

Way forward for SME borrowers

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