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President commends outgoing Treasury Secretary for service and integrity

President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday lauded outgoing Treasury Secretary Mahinda Siriwardana for his exemplary service, emphasising the vital ro ..

Mahinda Siriwardana reflects on defining tenure as Treasury Secretary amid crisis

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:37

Outgoing Treasury Secretary Mahinda Siriwardana yesterday described his three-year tenure at the Finance Ministry as the most significant period of hi ..

Keheliya, wife and daughter remanded for failing to meet bail conditions

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:29

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife Kusum Priyadarshini Epa, and their daughter Chandula Ramali Rambukwella, were remanded yesterday ..

BOC gets higher paid up capital

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:27

The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) announced yesterday its paid up capital has been increased to Rs. 27.3 billion from Rs. 25 billion. ..

Legal education in Sri Lanka needs moral awakening

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:17

Sri Lanka Chief Justice Murdu Fernando last week underscored the urgent need to reform legal education to meet the evolving demands of a rapidly chang ..

The Technocity Group’s 25-year celebration a masterclass in grace and grit

Thursday, 19 June 2025 00:59

Draped in coastal serenity and tech-inspired style, The Technocity Group commemorated its 25-year journey with a weekend celebration that was nothing ..

UDA seeks investment proposals for D.R. Wijewardena Mawatha mixed-development project

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:45

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved to call for investment proposals for a prime land parcel located at No. 40, D.R. Wijewardena Mawatha, Colo ..

CSE clear to operate as Sri Lanka’s Central Counterparty for equity transactions from next month

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:38

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) said yesterday it is set to launch a Central Counterparty (CCP) framework next month, marking a significant advanceme ..

Vidullanka’s pioneering Rs. 500 m Sukuk issue snapped up on opening day itself

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:33

Vidullanka PLC yesterday announced that its issuance of five million Listed, Rated, Secured, Redeemable Sukuk, each priced at Rs. 100, has been fully ..

LAUGFS Lubricants unveils new engine oil brand ‘LEO’ at Distributor Summit 2025

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:08

In a defining moment for Sri Lanka’s lubricant industry, LAUGFS Lubricants launched its latest product innovation, LEO, a new multigrade mixed-fleet ..

Sampath Bank pioneers SL’s standardised API banking platform redefining transaction banking

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:04

Sampath Bank said yesterday it has set a new milestone as the first bank in Sri Lanka to launch a standardised Application Programming Interface (API) ..

Browns sets sail with Saakya: New standard in luxury yachting

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:02

Browns Hotels & Resorts unveils Saakya, a distinguished addition to its portfolio and a refined new chapter in Sri Lanka’s coastal experiences. Oper ..

Economy loses steam in 1Q with lower growth

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 04:05

Sri Lanka’s economy in the first quarter of 2025 has shown signs of losing momentum, clocking the second lowest growth in the past year. ..

CBSL Chief urges discipline to drive economic transformation

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 04:02

Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday said Sri Lanka’s economic transformation must be driven from within, underpinned by long-te ..

Alternative external debt restructuring strategy framework

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 00:33

The report ‘Alternative external debt restructuring strategy framework’ by Charith Gunawardena and supported by Professor Jayati Ghosh, outlines h ..

Govt. rolls out high-yield fixed deposit scheme for senior citizens

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:31

The Government has decided to implement a special fixed deposit scheme for senior citizens aged 60 and above, offering higher interest rates to suppor ..

Bank of Ceylon named Islamic Retail Bank of the Year – Asia at The Banker’s Islamic Banking Awards 2025

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:28

Bank of Ceylon (BOC), the country’s premier State-owned commercial bank, has been awarded “Islamic Retail Bank of the Year – Asia” by The Bank ..

Tea crop up 3% in May

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:25

Sri Lanka’s tea production in May totalled 25.37 million kilos, showing an increase of 3% or 0.72 million kilos from a year ago. ..

Greetings to Professor Kotler on 94th birthday from Sri Lankan marketers

Thursday, 19 June 2025 01:08

On 27 May, marketing guru Professor Philip Kotler celebrated his 94th birthday, honoured by Sri Lankan marketers and marketing undergraduates. ..

Sri Lanka and France sign external debt restructuring agreement

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:50

Marking a major step forward in ongoing external debt restructuring efforts, the Finance Ministry yesterday announced the signing of a bilateral agree ..

Govt. assures no fuel shortage

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:40

The Government yesterday assured that the country has sufficient stocks of fuel, whilst calling on the public not to fall victim to fake news being ci ..

SL moves towards electrification of Colombo Port operations

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:35

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved modernising the Colombo Port’s infrastructure with key procurement initiatives to boost ..

W15 Collection launches W15 Glenfall in Nuwara Eliya

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:14

By Uma Chandrasiri Nuwara Eliya is no stranger to sublime beauty, magic, and peace, and it is indeed apt that the somewhat unexplored little gem of t ..

Deputy Minister of Finance visits IRCSL to strengthen Govt.-insurance sector collaboration

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:08

The Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) welcomed Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma on his first offi ..

Govt. focuses on developing unique Food Security Index for Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:04

The Government is currently prioritising the development of a country-specific Food Security Index, with the goal of completing the initiative within ..

Digital Economy Ministry and BCS Sri Lanka Section collaborate to drive national digitisation efforts

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 13:08

In a significant move to accelerate Sri Lanka’s digital transformation, Digital Economy Ministry and BCS the Chartered Institute for IT Sri Lanka Se ..

IMF hails Sri Lanka’s economic rebound as global model

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 04:03

Sri Lanka’s efforts to pull itself out of its worst economic crisis since independence yesterday earned high praise from the International Monetary ..

Three stockbrokers secure stay order against SEC ban

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 04:01

Three stockbrokers via separate petitions last week secured a stay order from the Court of Appeal against the decision by the capital market regulator ..

President presides over top Business Forum in Berlin; woos investments

Monday, 16 June 2025 04:29

The Business Forum, organised by the Association of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce (DIHK), was held last week at the DIHK headquarters in Be ..

Mahinda Siriwardana reflects on defining tenure as Treasury Secretary amid crisis

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:37

Outgoing Treasury Secretary Mahinda Siriwardana yesterday described his three-year tenure at the Finance Ministry as the most significant period of hi ..

Govt. rolls out high-yield fixed deposit scheme for senior citizens

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:31

The Government has decided to implement a special fixed deposit scheme for senior citizens aged 60 and above, offering higher interest rates to suppor ..

Keheliya, wife and daughter remanded for failing to meet bail conditions

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:29

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife Kusum Priyadarshini Epa, and their daughter Chandula Ramali Rambukwella, were remanded yesterday ..

Bank of Ceylon named Islamic Retail Bank of the Year – Asia at The Banker’s Islamic Banking Awards 2025

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:28

Bank of Ceylon (BOC), the country’s premier State-owned commercial bank, has been awarded “Islamic Retail Bank of the Year – Asia” by The Bank ..

BOC gets higher paid up capital

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:27

The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) announced yesterday its paid up capital has been increased to Rs. 27.3 billion from Rs. 25 billion. ..

Tea crop up 3% in May

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:25

Sri Lanka’s tea production in May totalled 25.37 million kilos, showing an increase of 3% or 0.72 million kilos from a year ago. ..

Legal education in Sri Lanka needs moral awakening

Thursday, 19 June 2025 03:17

Sri Lanka Chief Justice Murdu Fernando last week underscored the urgent need to reform legal education to meet the evolving demands of a rapidly chang ..

Greetings to Professor Kotler on 94th birthday from Sri Lankan marketers

Thursday, 19 June 2025 01:08

On 27 May, marketing guru Professor Philip Kotler celebrated his 94th birthday, honoured by Sri Lankan marketers and marketing undergraduates. ..

The Technocity Group’s 25-year celebration a masterclass in grace and grit

Thursday, 19 June 2025 00:59

Draped in coastal serenity and tech-inspired style, The Technocity Group commemorated its 25-year journey with a weekend celebration that was nothing ..

Sri Lanka and France sign external debt restructuring agreement

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:50

Marking a major step forward in ongoing external debt restructuring efforts, the Finance Ministry yesterday announced the signing of a bilateral agree ..

UDA seeks investment proposals for D.R. Wijewardena Mawatha mixed-development project

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:45

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved to call for investment proposals for a prime land parcel located at No. 40, D.R. Wijewardena Mawatha, Colo ..

Govt. assures no fuel shortage

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:40

The Government yesterday assured that the country has sufficient stocks of fuel, whilst calling on the public not to fall victim to fake news being ci ..

CSE clear to operate as Sri Lanka’s Central Counterparty for equity transactions from next month

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:38

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) said yesterday it is set to launch a Central Counterparty (CCP) framework next month, marking a significant advanceme ..

SL moves towards electrification of Colombo Port operations

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:35

The Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved modernising the Colombo Port’s infrastructure with key procurement initiatives to boost ..

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Govt approves special fixed deposit scheme for seniors

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:04

The Cabinet has approved a new fixed deposit scheme for senior citizens, as proposed in the 2025 Budget. ..

Sri Lanka Ports Authority to procure electric gantry cranes and prime movers

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 23:28

IMF’s Gopinath urges unity for Sri Lanka’s final recovery effort

Monday, 16 June 2025 21:15

President outlines vision for self-reliant economy by 2028

Monday, 16 June 2025 20:20

President meets IMF Deputy Chief, highlights trade and economic concerns

Monday, 16 June 2025 19:46

AI workshop launched to boost public service efficiency

Sunday, 15 June 2025 20:47

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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

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IT / Telecom / Tech

The Technocity Group’s 25-year celebration a masterclass in grace and grit

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VSIS Group powers Tonga’s digital transformation with integrated digital ID and civil registration platform

Thursday, 19 June 2025 00:57

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Thursday, 19 June 2025 00:57

FT Lite

Sri Lanka’s National Latin Champions Ryan and Sharanya to represent nation in Moscow

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:11

Sri Lanka’s top Latin dance duo, Ryan Wijesundara and Sharanya Dias, will represent the nation at the prestigious ‘Summer Rhythms’ International ..

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ now showing in 13 cinemas

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:03

Celebrate Father’s Day in timeless style at The Kingsbury

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:00

Opinion and Issues

Netanyahu’s Iran war, global implications and AKD’s appalling policy stand

Thursday, 19 June 2025 02:45

Left-leaning Governments, especially but not only in the global South, which feel compelled to adopt severe IMF stabilisation and debt repayment packa ..

Disgraceful abomination

Thursday, 19 June 2025 02:32

MSME sector: Accessibility and affordability of collateral

Thursday, 19 June 2025 00:50

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SJB’s political debacles raise questions over future of leadership

Thursday, 19 June 2025 02:31

The main Opposition SJB’s inability to secure the post of Mayor of the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) is another in a growing list of political fai ..

Angelo Mathews: Legacy of both triumph and disappointment

Wednesday, 18 June 2025 00:00

Reopening Chemmani

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 02:09

Long shadow of Prageeth Eknaligoda’s disappearance

Monday, 16 June 2025 02:05

War in ME would deal heavy blow to SL’s economy

Saturday, 14 June 2025 00:00

SriLankan Airlines’ sudden publicity blitz amidst numerous complications

Friday, 13 June 2025 00:00

Special Report

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

Monday, 16 June 2025 02:35

The 2025 Media Cooperation Forum of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) countries, hosted by People’s Daily, concluded in Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur ..

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

Thursday, 20 February 2025 04:36

President AKD presents Budget 2025

Tuesday, 18 February 2025 03:18

Business News

Science and Technology Minister calls for protection and revival of local industries

PM stresses need to address food loss and food insecurity

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce hosts business dialogue with visiting DCCI delegation from Bangladesh

CA Sri Lanka rings CSE bell to celebrate 65 years of excellence in accounting and financial leadership

Sri Lanka and South Korea reaffirm economic cooperation in high-level meeting

PUMA takes action against counterfeiters in Sri Lanka

EDB partners with ADB to formulate Sri Lanka’s National Export Development Plan 2025–2029

Gestetner appoints two new directors

Resus Energy connects 5.0 MW Solar PV power plant to national grid

CIPM presents Lifetime Gold Award at National HR Conference 2025

ILO convenes policy dialogue on Northern Province to bridge policy and practice

Inclusive tourism pathway to growth: Prime Minister

Ex-Auditor General joins CT Holdings Board

David Peiris Aviation gains approval for Colombo-Jaffna flights

Hayleys Aventura expands footprint to Polonnaruwa with new Weighing Solutions Centre

ACCA Sri Lanka holds AGM; Celebrates achievements and appoints leadership for 2025/26

Shamalie Jayatunge appointed to Lanka Aluminium Industries Board

Lanka Hospitals Chairman resigns

George Steuart sheds 10% stake in HVA Foods for Rs. 88 m

Industries Ministry gears up for digital overhaul: Deputy Minister

Alibaba urges local SMEs to go global with e-commerce power

Strengthening Sri Lanka’s apparel industry through social compliance: GTEX Workshop concludes in Colombo

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Vraie takes oath as 26th Mayor of Colombo

Clean Sri Lanka Task Force reviews progress on 2025 financial year projects

NPP secures power in Kolonnawa UC; SJB gains control of Kuliyapitiya UC

Govt. pushes forward with digitisation of diplomatic and consular services

Chinese Embassy to launch new online visa application system from 30 June

Govt. rejects allegations of misconduct in Colombo Mayoral election vote

Three more witnesses testify before Committee probing suspended IGP Deshabandu

Cabinet nod to finalise draft bill to establish independent Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau

Public Security Ministry announces major drug bust and criminal arrests in countrywide crackdown

Health Minister accuses Opposition of fear mongering over medicine shortages

Vraie Balthazaar elected Mayor of Colombo

WNPS urges caution over monkey numbers

191st Feast of St. Anthony of Padua celebrated with grandeur at Kochchikade Shrine

Sri Lankan peacebuilder awarded ‘Rotary Alumni Global Service Award’

National Shoora Council condemns unprovoked Israeli aggression on Iran

Colombo Commercial High Court orders auction of three firms linked to ex-MP Daya Gamage

Remarkable humanitarian feat by solo ophthalmologist

President meets German Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development

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Govt approves special fixed deposit scheme for seniors

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Rugby reigns over rain-wrecked weekend

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Govt approves special fixed deposit scheme for seniors

Sri Lanka Ports Authority to procure electric gantry cranes and prime movers

IMF’s Gopinath urges unity for Sri Lanka’s final recovery effort

President outlines vision for self-reliant economy by 2028

Today's Columnists

Netanyahu’s Iran war, global implications and AKD’s appalling policy stand

Disgraceful abomination

MSME sector: Accessibility and affordability of collateral

Import ban on palm oil cripples Sri Lanka’s edible oil sector, escalates economic woes

Think global, act local: South Asia’s moment to transform food loss into opportunity

Rugby reigns over rain-wrecked weekend

NPP: the tide turns in the city

Transforming transit payments in Sri Lanka: Practical and inclusive path forward

Investing in Sri Lanka’s future: National call to build a care economy

Are you running an economically viable business?

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