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Govt: from an arrogant incompetence to a quite charming amateurishness?

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:10

The shifting landscape of global extremism: From retreat to reinvention

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:01

New York goes Left

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:00

China’s poverty reduction story: A magnificent chapter in global development

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:00

Budget 2026: Reform with fairness — A vision for stability, trust, and growth

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:26

2026 Budget: A balancing act between IMF program and relief

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:24

NPP’s Budget 2026: Cautious where it should be, but not bold where it could be

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:22

Sri Lanka’s digital crossroads: Why coherent crypto framework is now policy imperative

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:20

Why insurance industry must step out of the box

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:18

Anura suspends social and ethnic contracts; Mamdani presents new socialism

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:40

Reforming our Constitution: Getting basics right first

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:24

Retaining talent: Missing link in tourism’s recovery

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:22

Ephemeral wealth: Serving gig economy worker whose income disappears overnight

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:20

2026 a growth Budget for Sri Lanka?

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 01:26

Unlocking Sri Lanka’s SME powerhouse: New Secured Transactions Registry

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 00:27

2026 Budget: Well balanced between economic growth and development

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 00:19

Leading without trust is akin to building on quicksand

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 02:26

Rebuilding from collapse: From stabilisation to transformation

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 01:12

Beyond the facade: A strategic critique of 2026 Budget

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 00:40

Tourism and economic development

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 00:01

Budget 2026 built on clean politics, inclusivity, production-led growth: Dr. Fernando

Finance and Planning Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando said that the Budget 2026 was formulated on the principles of clean politics, inclusiv ..

CoPF finds 2026 Appropriation Bill aligns with IMF program commitments

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:23

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), chaired by MP Dr. Harsha de Silva, has reviewed the draft report on the Appropriation Bill for the 2026 financ ..

Hayleys maintains growth momentum with 1H PBT of Rs. 13 b

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:21

The Hayleys Group yesterday said it had sustained its strong growth trajectory during the first six months of the financial year ending 31 March 2026, ..

Cabinet approves construction of new fuel tanks to ensure 45-day petroleum stock

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:19

In a move to strengthen the country’s fuel security, the Cabinet of Ministers this week approved constructing new storage tanks and replace aging o ..

Oracle of Omaha, value investing icon Warren Buffett to retire at 95

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:17

Warren Buffett will step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025, ending a leadership run of more than 60 years. The 95-year-old investor ..

SriLankan rolls out self-check-in service for customer airlines

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:17

SriLankan Airlines’ Airport and Ground Services said it has rolled out its self-check-in service for passengers of customer airlines ahead of the wi ..

IMF says reviewing 2026 Budget; decision to release next tranche in coming weeks

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:30

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said it was reviewing the 2026 Budget unveiled by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake a week ago. IMF ..

CA Sri Lanka seminar analyses 2026 Budget and calls for collective stewardship

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:26

The much-anticipated Budget Seminar 2026, organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), brought together leading vo ..

DFCC’s Rs. 3 b Blue Bond issue oversubscribed on opening day

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:24

Sri Lanka’s first Blue Bond issuance, launched by DFCC Bank, was oversubscribed on its opening day yesterday, prompting the bank to close subscripti ..

Bond auction fully subscribed for first time in seven weeks

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:22

The weekly Treasury Bond auction was fully subscribed yesterday—the first time in seven weeks that the market absorbed the entire offered amount. Th ..

IFS showcases real-world impact of AI through industry-specific scenarios

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:20

By Nisthar Cassim in New York IFS, the leading provider of Industrial Artificial Intelligence (AI) software, yesterday in New York showcased the ne ..

DFCC to acquire Standard Chartered Sri Lanka’s retail, wealth units for Rs. 3.7 b

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:32

Ending months of speculation and anticipation over who would make a move to acquire Standard Chartered Bank’s Sri Lankan retail banking business, DF ..

HNB PAT up 47% YoY to Rs. 34.7 b in first nine months of 2025

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:28

Sustaining its upward momentum, Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) yesterday said it has posted robust results in the first nine months of 2025, demonstra ..

President stresses faster rollout of telecom towers, SLUDI and NIC issuance

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:26

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who also serves as the Digital Economy Minister, has insisted on the need to accelerate national digital infrastru ..

Akram Cassim re-elected SLGJA President for 2025/2026

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:23

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) recently held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Amari Hotel Colombo, bringing together a full ho ..

Ambeon Holdings to sell Taprobane Capital Plus for Rs. 2 b to parent co.

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:20

Ambeon Holdings PLC has announced plans to divest its wholly owned subsidiary, Taprobane Capital Plus Ltd, for a total consideration of Rs. 2.02 billi ..

Second reading of 2026 Budget passed with majority in Parliament

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:23

The second reading of the Appropriation Bill for the financial year 2026 was passed in Parliament yesterday with a majority of 118 votes. The vote saw ..

CSE recovers from early slide to close week flat

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:20

The Colombo stock market fell sharply in early trading yesterday before gaining ground to close the week flat. The ASPI closed a marginal 0.01% lower ..

Dialog posts consistent Q3, strong YTD 2025 performance

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:19

Sri Lanka National Film Council to replace National Film Corporation

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:17

The Cabinet of Ministers recently approved directing the Legal Draftsmen to prepare a draft bill to establish the Sri Lanka National Film Council, rep ..

Port City Colombo signs agreement for first commercial office development with 34-storey Gateway Tower

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:16

A major milestone in Colombo’s, transformation into a regional hub is set to unfold with the development of the 34-storey Colombo Gateway Tower One ..

BOC reports strong 3Q profit of Rs. 87.7 b, strengthening market position

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:27

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) continued to demonstrate its strength and stability in the third quarter of 2025, reaffirming its role as a cornerstone of Sri La ..

Sampath Bank books nine-month PAT of Rs. 21.5 b, up 21% YoY

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:25

Sampath Bank has produced strong results for the nine months ended 30 September, maintaining its growth momentum in 2025. The bank reported a Profit ..

Kelani Valley railway upgrade stalls despite Rs. 1 b allocation

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:23

The Kelani Valley Railway Line Project has made almost no progress despite receiving Rs. 250 million in 2024, the Parliamentary Sectoral Oversight Com ..

DENZA drives into Sri Lanka in South Asian debut

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:21

Sri Lanka has officially welcomed DENZA, the premium new energy vehicle (NEV) brand from the BYD Group marking its first foray into South Asia, in an ..

Experts hail Budget for consistency, discuss implementation hurdles and opportunities

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:00

By Charumini de Silva Top private sector figures and public officials on Tuesday shared insights, analysis, implementation challenges and interpretat ..

ComBank group net profit up 33% YoY to Rs. 16.8 b in 3Q 2025

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:30

Commercial Bank of Ceylon group has reported a net profit of Rs. 16.86 billion in the third quarter of 2025, up 33.4% from a year ago. The group repor ..

Cabinet clears drafting of new Investment Protection Bill to prevent arbitrary nationalisation

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:27

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved instructing the Legal Draftsman to draft a new Investment Protection Bill, aimed at preventing arbitrary n ..

Sri Lanka Customs creates history surpassing annual Rs. 2.1 t revenue target

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:25

In a record-breaking achievement, Sri Lanka Customs has surpassed its 2025 annual revenue target of Rs. 2.115 trillion, collecting Rs. 2.117 trillion ..

BOC to establish IT subsidiary to boost digital banking capabilities

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:22

The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) is set to establish an Information Technology Institute to enhance its digital capabilities, improve IT operations, and suppo ..

Hulangamuwa says 2026 Budget restores private sector’s role as “engine of growth”

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 03:18

Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs and Finance Duminda Hulangamuwa yesterday said that the key theme of the 2026 Budget is mobilising privat ..

CoPF finds 2026 Appropriation Bill aligns with IMF program commitments

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:23

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), chaired by MP Dr. Harsha de Silva, has reviewed the draft report on the Appropriation Bill for the 2026 financ ..

Second reading of 2026 Budget passed with majority in Parliament

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:23

The second reading of the Appropriation Bill for the financial year 2026 was passed in Parliament yesterday with a majority of 118 votes. The vote saw ..

Hayleys maintains growth momentum with 1H PBT of Rs. 13 b

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:21

The Hayleys Group yesterday said it had sustained its strong growth trajectory during the first six months of the financial year ending 31 March 2026, ..

CSE recovers from early slide to close week flat

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:20

The Colombo stock market fell sharply in early trading yesterday before gaining ground to close the week flat. The ASPI closed a marginal 0.01% lower ..

Cabinet approves construction of new fuel tanks to ensure 45-day petroleum stock

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:19

In a move to strengthen the country’s fuel security, the Cabinet of Ministers this week approved constructing new storage tanks and replace aging o ..

Dialog posts consistent Q3, strong YTD 2025 performance

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:19

Oracle of Omaha, value investing icon Warren Buffett to retire at 95

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:17

Warren Buffett will step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025, ending a leadership run of more than 60 years. The 95-year-old investor ..

Sri Lanka National Film Council to replace National Film Corporation

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:17

The Cabinet of Ministers recently approved directing the Legal Draftsmen to prepare a draft bill to establish the Sri Lanka National Film Council, rep ..

SriLankan rolls out self-check-in service for customer airlines

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:17

SriLankan Airlines’ Airport and Ground Services said it has rolled out its self-check-in service for passengers of customer airlines ahead of the wi ..

Port City Colombo signs agreement for first commercial office development with 34-storey Gateway Tower

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:16

A major milestone in Colombo’s, transformation into a regional hub is set to unfold with the development of the 34-storey Colombo Gateway Tower One ..

IMF says reviewing 2026 Budget; decision to release next tranche in coming weeks

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:30

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) yesterday said it was reviewing the 2026 Budget unveiled by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake a week ago. IMF ..

BOC reports strong 3Q profit of Rs. 87.7 b, strengthening market position

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:27

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) continued to demonstrate its strength and stability in the third quarter of 2025, reaffirming its role as a cornerstone of Sri La ..

CA Sri Lanka seminar analyses 2026 Budget and calls for collective stewardship

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:26

The much-anticipated Budget Seminar 2026, organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), brought together leading vo ..

Sampath Bank books nine-month PAT of Rs. 21.5 b, up 21% YoY

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:25

Sampath Bank has produced strong results for the nine months ended 30 September, maintaining its growth momentum in 2025. The bank reported a Profit ..

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Lanka Sugar launches first brown sugar retail network

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 22:32

The Lanka Sugar Company, under the Ministry of Industries and Enterprise Development, launched its first brown sugar retail network in Nugegoda on Nov ..

National Cleaner Production Awards 2025 honours sustainable industry leaders

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 18:48

Sri Lanka celebrates National Science Day 2025

Monday, 10 November 2025 19:20

Sri Lanka to form steering committee for digital healthcare transformation

Monday, 10 November 2025 11:25

Sri Lanka records USD 823 Million in FDI by September

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National Industry Information System launched to boost data integration

Friday, 7 November 2025 10:18

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Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:00

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Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:10

C3 to establish Pixel Paper Labs in Sri Lanka

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:06

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Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:02

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Geoffrey Bawa Trust hosts range of events to mark festive season

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:10

The Geoffrey Bawa Trust has announced a range of events in the coming weeks, from the latest in its ‘Thai Architects Program’ to the much-anticipa ..

HNB Club Elite Mastercard to unlock red carpet access to 68th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:00

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Govt: from an arrogant incompetence to a quite charming amateurishness?

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:10

If you were looking to assess the quality and condition of governance in Sri Lanka of late, how well would you set about it? An analytical survey of t ..

The shifting landscape of global extremism: From retreat to reinvention

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:01

China’s poverty reduction story: A magnificent chapter in global development

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:00

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Can Harin revive down-and-out UNP?

Saturday, 15 November 2025 00:00

The controversial yet energetic politician Harin Fernando assumed the newly created post of the Deputy General Secretary of Political Mobilisation of ..

Greater vigilance in light of India, Pakistan terrorist attacks

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:00

Sajith needs to change course or SJB could go the way of UNP

Thursday, 13 November 2025 00:00

Budget 2026: Continuing the trajectory of fiscal consolidation

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 01:24

Prospects of visit by new Pope

Tuesday, 11 November 2025 00:01

Budget 2026: Reforming public sector

Monday, 10 November 2025 02:30

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Experts hail Budget for consistency, discuss implementation hurdles and opportunities

Friday, 14 November 2025 00:00

By Charumini de Silva Top private sector figures and public officials on Tuesday shared insights, analysis, implementation challenges and interpretat ..

AKD unveils 2026 Budget

Saturday, 8 November 2025 01:07

CBSL, CRIB launch Secured Transactions Register to boost MSME credit access

Tuesday, 4 November 2025 00:25

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Cabinet approves five-year strategic plan to strengthen Vidatha program countrywide

Ananda Walpita joins Lee Hedges Board

Commercial Bank launches ‘ComBank Shakthi’ to extend reach to customers

United Motors Group posts Rs. 1.4 b PAT in 1H

Indo–Lanka Handicraft and Cultural Festival 2025 kicks off

Sajith showcases ‘Brand Sri Lanka’

Enfection showcases AI Knowledge Agents at National AI Conference 2025

ICC Sri Lanka signs National Committee Partnership Agreement with ICC Academy in Singapore

Business leaders share lessons in resilience at I AM COYLE Leadership Forum 2025

NCCSL hosts post-Budget seminar, highlights development focus and fiscal discipline

CCI’s 21st AGM today

PickMe ‘Nena Pahana’ brings human connection to digital platform economy

Sri Lankan business leaders explore opportunities in Cambodia

National Supply Chain Excellence Award Winners 2025

SLISM to host CXM Conference 2026

National Supply Chain Day 2025 celebrations highlight excellence and innovation

Sri Lanka participates in 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai

Ambeon Group reports robust 2Q performance with sustained profit growth

SLABA says 2026 Budget evens playing field for Sri Lankan fashion brands

WCIC happy with SME, women entrepreneur focus in Budget 2026

CBL Foods International wins Global Performance Excellence Award – “Best in Class”

30th Annual General Meeting of Sri Lanka–Korea Business Council of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce

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Govt: from an arrogant incompetence to a quite charming amateurishness?

The shifting landscape of global extremism: From retreat to reinvention

New York goes Left

China’s poverty reduction story: A magnificent chapter in global development

Budget 2026: Reform with fairness — A vision for stability, trust, and growth

2026 Budget: A balancing act between IMF program and relief

NPP’s Budget 2026: Cautious where it should be, but not bold where it could be

Sri Lanka’s digital crossroads: Why coherent crypto framework is now policy imperative

Why insurance industry must step out of the box

Anura suspends social and ethnic contracts; Mamdani presents new socialism

Reforming our Constitution: Getting basics right first

Retaining talent: Missing link in tourism’s recovery

Ephemeral wealth: Serving gig economy worker whose income disappears overnight

2026 a growth Budget for Sri Lanka?

Unlocking Sri Lanka’s SME powerhouse: New Secured Transactions Registry

2026 Budget: Well balanced between economic growth and development

Leading without trust is akin to building on quicksand

Rebuilding from collapse: From stabilisation to transformation

Beyond the facade: A strategic critique of 2026 Budget

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Cabinet approves five-year strategic plan to strengthen Vidatha program countrywide

Ananda Walpita joins Lee Hedges Board

Commercial Bank launches ‘ComBank Shakthi’ to extend reach to customers

United Motors Group posts Rs. 1.4 b PAT in 1H

Indo–Lanka Handicraft and Cultural Festival 2025 kicks off

Sajith showcases ‘Brand Sri Lanka’

Enfection showcases AI Knowledge Agents at National AI Conference 2025

ICC Sri Lanka signs National Committee Partnership Agreement with ICC Academy in Singapore

Business leaders share lessons in resilience at I AM COYLE Leadership Forum 2025

NCCSL hosts post-Budget seminar, highlights development focus and fiscal discipline

CCI’s 21st AGM today

PickMe ‘Nena Pahana’ brings human connection to digital platform economy

Sri Lankan business leaders explore opportunities in Cambodia

National Supply Chain Excellence Award Winners 2025

SLISM to host CXM Conference 2026

National Supply Chain Day 2025 celebrations highlight excellence and innovation

Sri Lanka participates in 8th China International Import Expo in Shanghai

Ambeon Group reports robust 2Q performance with sustained profit growth

SLABA says 2026 Budget evens playing field for Sri Lankan fashion brands

WCIC happy with SME, women entrepreneur focus in Budget 2026

CBL Foods International wins Global Performance Excellence Award – “Best in Class”

30th Annual General Meeting of Sri Lanka–Korea Business Council of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce

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