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President focuses on strengthening industrial and entrepreneurial development

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday stressed the need for a more efficient, integrated and strategically developed industrial sector to drive ..

Batalanda Commission Report tabled in Parliament after decades

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:15

The long-awaited Batalanda Commission Report was tabled in Parliament yesterday by Leader of the House Bimal Rathnayake, marking the first time the do ..

CSE posts modest gain but 3.8% down so far in March

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:11

The Colombo stock market managed to eke out a gain yesterday though closing negatively for the week and losing 3.8% so far in March fuelled by profit ..

Correction and apology to National Construction Association

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

In response to the matter before the Sri Lanka Press Council bearing No. PC/R/166/2024/691 filed against an article that appeared in the Daily FT on 1 ..

Women judges mobilise to form Association on IWD 2025

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

Twenty-six (26) sitting and retired women judges came together for the inaugural meeting of the Sri Lanka Association of Women Judges (SLAWJ) which wa ..

Tea crop declines in February

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

Sri Lanka’s tea production for February totalled 15.59 million kilograms, reflecting a decrease of 4.40 million kilos compared to 19.99 million kilo ..

SLT-Mobitel introduces ‘HELLO AI’

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:10

SLT-Mobitel has launched ‘Hello AI’, the first-of-its-kind, innovative AI-centric mobile package specifically designed to place artificial intelli ..

La Maison De Colombo – city’s first French boutique hotel, restaurant and wine bar

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:08

La Maison de Colombo, the city’s first French boutique hotel, restaurant and wine bar recently opened its doors. Located on the vibrant Stratford Av ..

99x Founder stresses empowering women via entrepreneurship

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:07

By Janani Kandaramage 99x Founder Mano Sekaram on Wednesday underscored the pivotal significance of entrepreneurship among women in enabling them to ..

SC rules in favour of SEC in application filed by investor over quantum of fine

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:04

The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka, on 11 March, dismissed the Leave to Appeal Application filed by Vidullanka PLC Managing Director and Chief Executive O ..

“Sri Lanka has lot to offer the world”: Conservation scientist Dr. M. Sanjayan

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:00

By Shanika Sriyananda A Sri Lankan born world famous conservation scientist and the Conservation International’s Chief Executive Officer Dr. M. San ..

Dr. Coomaraswamy lauds stabilisation efforts by CBSL

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:20

Former Central Bank (CBSL) Governor Dr. Indrajith Coomaraswamy on Monday praised the banking regulator’s recent monetary policies, calling its effor ..

Court orders CIABOC to submit report on Krrish funds misappropriation case

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:14

The Fort Magistrate’s Court yesterday ordered the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) to submit a report on 26 M ..

Colombo stock market stages strong rebound

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:10

The Colombo stock market yesterday staged a strong rebound though turnover levels were modest, reflecting the on-going state of uneasiness. Both indi ..

New ADB President Masato Kanda assumes office

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:06

Masato Kanda officially assumed office as the 11th President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently. “I am deeply honoured to take on the ro ..

14th edition of textile exhibition by CEMS-Global USA kicks off in Colombo today

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:02

CEMS-Global USA’s 14th Sri Lankan edition of its globally renowned Textile Series of Exhibitions spanning three days will begin today at SLECC, Colo ..

Special Iftar ceremony with participation of President

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:12

A special Iftar ceremony was held yesterday evening at Temple Trees in commemoration of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The event was graced by Pre ..

CoPF reviews and approves excise duty and tax orders

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:10

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), this week reviewed the proposed increase in excise duty on cigarettes. The meeting chaired by Parliamentaria ..

Sri Lanka to boost ties with International Solar Alliance

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved key proposals to enhance Sri Lanka’s engagement with the International Solar Alliance (ISA), aiming to b ..

Adani Group signals confidence with renewed focus on US infrastructure development

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

The Adani Group, India’s infrastructure giant, has revitalised plans for significant investments in the United States, indicating a new chapter in i ..

Thriving through change: Key insights from Softlogic Stockbrokers Investor Forum 2025

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:16

By Michelle Therese Alles Adaptability is key to sustainable growth. The Investor Forum 2025, organised by Softlogic Stockbrokers, provided a vital p ..

Over 70,000 tourists in March so far, but monthly target remains challenging

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:10

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has drawn over 70,000 visitors during the first nine days of March, but the country faces an uphill battle to meet its ..

Court in landmark judgment rules CA Sri Lanka subject to RTI Act

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:08

The Court of Appeal has declared that the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) falls within the purview of the Right to Info ..

Parliamentarians briefed on Government’s digital economy strategy

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:05

In a concerted effort to enhance awareness on the Government’s digital economy policies, a special session was held at the Parliamentary committee c ..

SLJBC welcomes Sri Lanka’s participation at Expo 2025 Osaka

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:02

The Sri Lanka-Japan Business Council (SLJBC) yesterday extended its sincere gratitude to the Government for confirming the country’s participation i ..

EWIS creates history with export of first locally built laptops to Zimbabwe

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:00

In a groundbreaking achievement for Sri Lanka’s IT and electronics manufacturing industry, EWIS Colombo Ltd. this week successfully exported its fir ..

Condé Nast ranks Sri Lanka world’s most family-friendly country for 2025

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:16

Luxury travel magazine Condé Nast has ranked Sri Lanka as the world’s most family-friendly country for 2025, ahead of global frontrunners such as S ..

National Advisory Committee for SME development begins work

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:12

The National Advisory Committee, which operates with the aim of identifying problems faced by small and medium-sized entrepreneurs (SMEs) and providin ..

‘Salam Ramadan’ to light up Colombo

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:08

The Western Provincial Council yesterday announced the launch of an exciting new initiative, the Salam Ramadan campaign, which will take place from 21 ..

President calls for streamlined urban development

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:04

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday engaged in a high-level discussion on the progress of key Urban Development Authority (UDA) projects, emp ..

Consulate to Sri Lanka addresses fraudulent cryptocurrency ads allegedly linked to Lithuanian entities

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:00

The Lithuanian Consulate to Sri Lanka yesterday expressed its deep concern regarding recent reports of fraudulent cryptocurrency advertisements circul ..

Batalanda Commission Report tabled in Parliament after decades

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:15

The long-awaited Batalanda Commission Report was tabled in Parliament yesterday by Leader of the House Bimal Rathnayake, marking the first time the do ..

Special Iftar ceremony with participation of President

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:12

A special Iftar ceremony was held yesterday evening at Temple Trees in commemoration of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The event was graced by Pre ..

CSE posts modest gain but 3.8% down so far in March

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:11

The Colombo stock market managed to eke out a gain yesterday though closing negatively for the week and losing 3.8% so far in March fuelled by profit ..

CoPF reviews and approves excise duty and tax orders

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:10

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), this week reviewed the proposed increase in excise duty on cigarettes. The meeting chaired by Parliamentaria ..

Correction and apology to National Construction Association

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

In response to the matter before the Sri Lanka Press Council bearing No. PC/R/166/2024/691 filed against an article that appeared in the Daily FT on 1 ..

Sri Lanka to boost ties with International Solar Alliance

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved key proposals to enhance Sri Lanka’s engagement with the International Solar Alliance (ISA), aiming to b ..

Women judges mobilise to form Association on IWD 2025

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

Twenty-six (26) sitting and retired women judges came together for the inaugural meeting of the Sri Lanka Association of Women Judges (SLAWJ) which wa ..

Adani Group signals confidence with renewed focus on US infrastructure development

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

The Adani Group, India’s infrastructure giant, has revitalised plans for significant investments in the United States, indicating a new chapter in i ..

Tea crop declines in February

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

Sri Lanka’s tea production for February totalled 15.59 million kilograms, reflecting a decrease of 4.40 million kilos compared to 19.99 million kilo ..

Thriving through change: Key insights from Softlogic Stockbrokers Investor Forum 2025

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:16

By Michelle Therese Alles Adaptability is key to sustainable growth. The Investor Forum 2025, organised by Softlogic Stockbrokers, provided a vital p ..

SLT-Mobitel introduces ‘HELLO AI’

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:10

SLT-Mobitel has launched ‘Hello AI’, the first-of-its-kind, innovative AI-centric mobile package specifically designed to place artificial intelli ..

Over 70,000 tourists in March so far, but monthly target remains challenging

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:10

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has drawn over 70,000 visitors during the first nine days of March, but the country faces an uphill battle to meet its ..

La Maison De Colombo – city’s first French boutique hotel, restaurant and wine bar

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:08

La Maison de Colombo, the city’s first French boutique hotel, restaurant and wine bar recently opened its doors. Located on the vibrant Stratford Av ..

Court in landmark judgment rules CA Sri Lanka subject to RTI Act

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:08

The Court of Appeal has declared that the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) falls within the purview of the Right to Info ..

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Japan supports Sri Lanka’s fair trade reforms

Thursday, 13 March 2025 10:42

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) have pledged support for policy reforms in Sri Lanka to e ..

Cabinet approves amendment to Industry Promotion Act

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 19:48

Sri Lanka restarts key Japanese and Chinese projects

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 19:15

Aloe Blacc visits Sri Lanka, explores investment opportunities

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 11:53

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Daily FT-Interbrand International Women’s Day gala

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SLT-Mobitel introduces ‘HELLO AI’

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:10

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Friday, 14 March 2025 00:06

FT Lite

The Workshop Players present ‘Encore for a Cause’

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:23

The Workshop Players, one of Sri Lanka’s most esteemed theatre ensembles, are set to return to the stage for a special charity concert, Encore for a ..

Action comedy film “Novocaine” now showing in 11 cinemas in SL

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:22

“Water of Life” solo exhibition by renowned artist H.A. Karunaratne at PRSFG

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:21

Opinion and Issues

Vehicles of governmental transgression v. transports of delight under a new regime

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:30

Today (the Ides of March) reminds us that Caesarism – that form of government in which the supreme ruler is near enough to goddamn to being an absol ..

Unpacking Global Goal on Adaptation and its implications

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:25

Coverup of collusive evil

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:00

FT View - Editorial

Ranil’s Batalanda blues and UNP woes

Saturday, 15 March 2025 00:24

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe is in the news again, and not for the best of reasons. Hot on the heels of the fallout of the interview with th ..

Poaching by Tamil Nadu fishermen: Biggest stumbling block in Indo-Lanka ties

Friday, 14 March 2025 00:00

Measured response needed to deal with violence against women

Thursday, 13 March 2025 00:00

COPE: Moving beyond media spotlight

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 03:28

That one that refuses to go away

Tuesday, 11 March 2025 01:56

Breaking the chains of patriarchy

Monday, 10 March 2025 00:00

Special Report

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

Thursday, 20 February 2025 04:36

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday participated as the Chief Guest at the 15th consecutive post-Budget forum organised by the Daily FT, in p ..

President AKD presents Budget 2025

Tuesday, 18 February 2025 03:18

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Monday, 23 September 2024 00:50

Business News

COYLE AGM 2025: A new era of growth and global expansion

UTE delivers Sri Lanka’s largest Cat D8 Track-Type Tractor to NEM Construction

New Anthoney’s Group showcases sustainable and antibiotic-free poultry

Ambassador of Sri Lanka meets Minister of Commerce of Thailand

Kotler Impact chooses Macktiles

Biggest textile industry show kicks off in Colombo

Pelwatte Dairy announces key leadership appointments to drive growth

WCIC expands reach with launch of Northern Chapter

The Mall at Port City Colombo celebrates women entrepreneurs at International Women’s Day Market

Amari Colombo presents “Catalysts of Change” with Savithri Rodrigo: Two nights. Bold conversations

Matale District Chamber and Noritake sign MoU to launch Managerial Skills Development Program

Sri Lanka Vanithabhimana launches fifth season to champion women’s empowerment and sustainability

Ceylon Chamber hosts exclusive evening with diplomats

Keshara Lime Industries wins Best National Industry Brand Award

Abans gears up for upcoming Avurudu with massive raffle draw

MR and OLEX Projects host ‘MR Customer Day’ in Sri Lanka

People’s Bank Chairman and CEO/GM call on Chief Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiri Chapters

CPA Australia Sri Lanka Branch holds Thought Leadership Forum 2025

Sigiriya winning Green Destination Bronze Award at ITB gives boost to tourism

Govt. acknowledges solar power oversupply to national grid on Sundays

Somerset Estate achieves an all-time record price

Cabinet approves amendments to Tea Control Act

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‘A Maze in GRACE’ celebrates EU-funded Grassroots Conflict Prevention project

Lankan envoy calls on New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs

Fostering talent and awareness through Zero Chance school competition

Lankan Ambassador meets Myanmar Union Minister of Home Affairs and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs

High Commission of Sri Lanka in UK hosts panel discussion on women’s role in shaping economies

Viruliya Sevena celebrates International Women’s Day

President addresses FUTA’s concerns; assures solutions

‘Buddha Rashmi Vesak Festival 2025’ to be held for 4 days in Colombo

Main suspect in sexual assault of Anuradhapura female doctor remanded

SLMC’s Sali Naleem resigns as MP to contest LG polls

COPE probes medicine procurement irregularities under ex-Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella

Former UNP MP joins SJB after rift with Ranil

India donates 50,000 ampoules of Furosemide injections

Leader of the House calls for probe into excessive fuel use by former Speaker and Deputies

Court of Appeal reserves order on Deshabandu’s writ petition for 17 March

EC extends deadline for postal vote applications till 17 March

Pakistan, Sri Lanka to issue commemorative stamps marking 75 years of ties

Pathfinder Foundation completes preliminary phase of Pali Preservation and Development Initiative

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Japan supports Sri Lanka’s fair trade reforms

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Sri Lanka restarts key Japanese and Chinese projects

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Navigating the winds of change: Leadership, ethics and non-compromise

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Japan supports Sri Lanka’s fair trade reforms

Cabinet approves amendment to Industry Promotion Act

Sri Lanka restarts key Japanese and Chinese projects

Aloe Blacc visits Sri Lanka, explores investment opportunities

Today's Columnists

Vehicles of governmental transgression v. transports of delight under a new regime

Unpacking Global Goal on Adaptation and its implications

Coverup of collusive evil

Why are Tamil nationalist political parties unable to unite?

It takes guts to show vulnerability in leadership

Foreign investors and firms that stood with SL through thick and thin

Navigating the winds of change: Leadership, ethics and non-compromise

Fissuring West, unravelling world order: Foreign policy doctrine for Lanka

Breaking the deadlock: How behavioural economics and cashflow-based lending can revitalise Sri Lanka

Mobile Number Portability in Sri Lanka: Is it a costly illusion of choice?

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