Link Natural’s Swastha Amurtha Now Available on Costco Japan’s Online Platform
Link Natural Products, a pioneer in herbal health care industry,…
Negombo Speakers Forum Toastmasters Club Launches Second Season of Youth Leadership Program: “New Stars Found”
The Negombo Speakers Forum Toastmasters Club is excited to announce…
Singer Fashion Academy celebrates excellence in fashion design at Annual Awards Ceremony
The Singer Fashion Academy Annual Awards Ceremony on July 30,…
Reviving hope with Nawaloka Hospital’s cutting-edge Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
Nawaloka hospitals PLC in Colombo 02, has a special unit…
Sri Lanka’s Industries call for reduction in water tariffs to boost competitiveness
A collective of trade associations including the Joint Apparel Association…
HNB FINANCE unveils 3 new Gold Loan Units in Galgamuwa, Kekirawa, Mahiyanganaya
Sri Lanka’s leading integrated financial services provider HNB FINANCE PLC…
Fitch Assigns ‘BBB+(lka)’ Rating to Hatton National Bank’s Basel III Subordinated Debt
Fitch Ratings has officially assigned a final National Long-Term Rating…
IFC Appoints Imad N. Fakhoury as Regional Director for South Asia
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has appointed…
Sri Lanka inflation quickens for third month as economy rebounds
Sri Lanka’s inflation climbed in December for a third straight…
Colombo Bourse records the largest gain in a month
Colombo Bourse settled firmly in the green zone trading positively…
National Budget 2024: A Framework for National Development – Pragmatic Implementation and Timely Execution Will be Key – Ceylon Chamber
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce considers the 2024 Budget as…
United States Commits Half Billion Dollars to Port Infrastructure in Colombo
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) today announced it…
COPF Clears New Tax Measures aimed at Closing Tax Loopholes existed Soap Production Import Materials
The Committee on Public Finance (COPF) convened last week to…
Mundra Port celebrates 25 years of stellar
operations and unparalleled growth
One of the world's largest ports, with over 260 MMT…
The SLGJA presents FACETS Sri Lanka 2024: Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence in Gems and Jewellery
The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) in partnership…
Sri Lanka’s August consumer inflation eases to 2.1%
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka’s consumer price inflation rate eased to…
Ceylon Chamber Urges Government to Reconsider SVAT Abolition amidst concerns on adverse impact on export sector
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce is urging the Government to…
COLOMBO PORT CITY RECEIVED APPROVAL FOR
BUSINESSES OF STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE
The Colombo Port City Economic Commission has achieved a significant…
Sri Lanka to embrace sustainable manufacturing and circular economy, gain significance, differentiate globally elevating manufacturing economy” – Swaminathan
The plastics and rubber products market expected to grow to…
COPF raps Finance Ministry over its failure in recovering the loss incurred by the Sugar Tax Scam
The Committee on Public Finance (COPOF) questioned the officials representing…
Ceylon Chamber Announces Strategic Partnership to Implement ERP Solution
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce entered a strategic partnership with…
Velona Cuddles Bamboo Nappies Set to Revolutionize Baby Care in Australia 
Threadworks, a leading innovator in baby products, is thrilled to…
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Cut SRR by 2 %
In a bid to increase market liquidity, the Monetary Board…
Sri Lanka Agripreneurs’ Forum and I/D/E/A/S Announce Partnership Launch “Agcelerator” Funding and Mentoring Program for Agri SMEs and Startups
Sri Lanka Agripreneurs' Forum (SLAF), the leading agribusiness association in…
India hands over INR 450 million for Sri Lanka’s Unique Digital Identity project
Indian High Commissioner handed over a cheque of 450 million…
Abu-Dhabi based low-Cost Carrier Air Arabia clears to operate to Sri Lanka
The low-Cost Airliner (LCA) will operate scheduled direct flights to…
Japanese delegation and Sri Lanka’s president discuss resuming stalled development projects 
Minister of State in the Cabinet Office of Japan, FUJIMARU Satoshi,…
Illegal cigarettes causing Rs.52 Billion revenue loss to Government
The expansion in the Illegal cigarettes market driven by recent…
Sri Lanka Met 33 IMF Commitments and failed 8 by end-June
Sri Lanka had verifiably met 33 of the trackable program…
USAID-supported Plastic Recycling Center Opens in Kaduwela
The Kaduwela Municipal Council opened the first of four Plastic…
Ceylon Chamber Raises Concerns on the Quality of pharmaceutical procured for Public Healthcare Sector
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce in a media statement expressed…
Only 31,000 pay income tax out Out of the 500,000
Although there are 500,000 personal income tax files in this…
Sri Lanka Approaches Final Stage of Debt Restructuring Strategy to Revive Economy
Sri Lanka is approaching the final stage of unveiling its…
23 UDA projects halted with state funds running dry and due to inter-institutional conflicts
Sectoral Oversight Committee on Environment, Natural Resources & Sustainable Development…
World Bank set to approve $700 mln for Sri Lanka next week -sources
(Reuters) - The World Bank is likely to approve $700…
Over 50 Sri Lankan Companies Experience Business Benefits by Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Two partnerships by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has led…
Sri Lanka’s jewelry manufacturers urge the government to lift the ban on gold imports
The representatives of the gem and jewellery industry recently highlighted…
Analysts see a 50% probability for CBSL to maintain the policy rates at its current levels
First Capital Research (FCR) predicts a 50% probability for the…
Sri Lanka aims to conclude debt restructuring talks before November
Crisis-stricken Sri Lanka should be able to conclude newly-launched debt…
Sri Lanka’s macroeconomic situation showing tentative signs of improvement – IMF
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Messrs. Peter…
CSE plunges to a 3-month low amidst DDR concerns
The Colombo Bourse wrapped the session up in red as…
Wan Hai adds Colombo call as Sri Lanka repairs unrest damage
Wan Hai Lines has added a call at Colombo, Sri…
Bangladesh-Sri Lanka Trade Ties: Issues and Prospects
By Muhammad Estiak Hussain Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are two…
SriLankan Airlines’ annual loss climbs to $525 million amidst exchange loss
Cash-strapped Sri Lanka’s national airline announced a staggering $525 million…
Market struggles as economic fear persists on DDR
Bourse extended dull sentiment, down marginally as investors continued to…
One-Third of the families receiving Samurdhi benefits not entitled to Samurdhi benefits – COPA
The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) disclosed that almost 33%…
Leading luxury Tour Operator Kuoni pledges backing for Sri Lanka
Leading luxury Tour Operator Kuoni has pledged to drive bookings to…
USAID and ADB Help Power Sri Lanka’s Women in Energy
Women working in Sri Lanka’s energy sector gained a powerful…
Corporate Earnings See First Downturn Since 2020 Amidst Economic Crisis
December (2022) quarter earnings declined by 43.9%YoY to Rs.96.4 billion…
USAID Supports Power Up Trial of E-battery Swapping Stations in Colombo
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Sri Lanka…
Analysis-Debt crunch looms for weaker economies with a wall of bond maturies ahead
(Reuters) - A combination of sticky high interest rates and…
Exporters turn less pessimistic on economic outlook despite expected revenue slowdown in 2023
In terms of the outlook for 2023 and in particular…
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Printed Rs.77.05 billion in Q1
Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) printed Rs.77 05 billion…
Sri Lanka’s Inflation projected to average 24.6% in 2023 – ADB
Asian Development Bank in a latest report projected Sri Lanka's…
Share price of over 55% CSE-listed hotels up since March 2022
Since Sri Lanka’s worst economic crisis in Mar 2022, the…
Global Economy’s “Speed Limit” Set to Fall to Three-Decade Low – World Bank
The global economy’s “speed limit”—the maximum long-term rate at which…
Seven parties including China’s Sinopec shown interest to build an export-oriented oil refinery in Hambantota
Seven parties including China's Sinopec have shown interest to build…
Debt-stricken Sri Lanka to receive first tranche of IMF bailout funds in two days
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka will get the first $330 million…
Select Committee of Parliament holds discussion on the expansion of the higher education sector
Select Committee of Parliament to make suitable recommendations for the…
Sri Lanka bondholders eye GDP-linked debt restructuring – report
Sri Lanka's private creditors are considering a proposal to swap…
New Early Childhood Development Centers Planned, with Support from IFC, Commercial Bank and Sarvodaya
To help meet demand for quality childcare services among employed…
Bruised U.S. bank stocks shake off initial SVB contagion fears
(Reuters) - U.S. bank stocks jumped on Tuesday, recovering some…
Sri Lanka’s Debt restructuring talks could drag on for a long time despite expected IMF Support – Fitch Ratings
Fitch Ratings believes Sri Lanka is likely to secure financing…
Sri Lanka hopes to secure the IMF bailout within this month
Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Sabry express confidence in securing…
CSE on a slim recovery as buying interest improves
Colombo Bourse closed in green after two days of losses as…
Pace of Reform Toward Equal Rights for Women Falls to 20-Year Low
The global pace of reforms toward equal treatment of women…
CSE extends the bullish run amidst active participation
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock…
Australia Keen to Invest in Sri Lanka’s Mining, Energy and Agriculture Sectors
With Australian companies increasingly eager to explore investment opportunities in…
COVID-19’s Impact on Young People Risks a Lost Generation
The COVID-19 pandemic caused a massive collapse in human capital…
PrimeGlobal adds member firm in China and debuts in Sri Lanka
Global professional services association PrimeGlobal has in recent months welcomed…
Tourism earnings jump by 6.7% to $161.8M in January
Sri Lanka's tourism earning rose by 6.7% Year-on-Year to $161.8…
Locally assembled Hyundai Grand i10 hit the roads in Sri Lanka
The Hyundai Grand i10 car, assembled for the first time…
Steps underway to establish a National Policy Commission for planning, implementing, monitoring and reviewing national policies and strategies
A discussion pertaining to the concept paper related to the…
American Clean Energy Solutions invests $150M in Ground-Mounted Solar Power Project in Nilaveli
Sri Lanka has recently awarded the American Clean Energy Solutions…
Sri Lanka bondholders ready for debt restructuring negotiations consistent with the IMF Programme
A group of Sri Lanka's sovereign USD-denominated Bondholders of is…
Sri Lank’s trade deficit hits a 12-year low in 2022
The deficit in the trade account in 2022 narrowed to…
Sri Lanka targets UAE, Saudi Arabia in global tea promotion campaign
Arabnews:Sri Lanka’s tea industry is planning a global promotional campaign…
COPA Pushes for proper implementation of the Revenue Administration Management Information System (RAMIS) at IRD
Several new proposals were proposed by the Committee on Public…
Japan donates $3.5M worth of New Cold Chain Equipment and Nutrition supplies to Sri Lanka
The Ministry of Health has today received walk-in cold rooms…
Fitch Downgrades Seven Sri Lankan Insurers’ National IFS Ratings to reflect changes in the relative creditworthiness among Sri Lankans
Fitch Ratings has downgraded the National Insurer Financial Strength (IFS)…
Inter-relationship between related government institutions critical to enhance the Ease of Doing Business Rankings
When dealing with raising the value of Sri Lanka's ease…
Italian Media personnel mesmerized by Sri Lanka’s cultural and natural diversity
Sri Lanka Tourism, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Embassy…
Sri Lanka And Bangladesh Keen To Import Ethanol From India
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are keen to start importing ethanol…
Sri Lanka’s central bank urges China and India to act quickly
Sri Lanka's central bank Governor P. Nandalal Weerasinghe in an…
Sri Lanka cabinet approves new electricity tariff without saying what it is
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka's cabinet on Monday approved new electricity…
Presidential Task Forces Presents proposals to enhance Sri Lanka’s rank in the Ease of Doing Business Index
Officials representing the 8 Presidential Task Forces established under the…
Mattala Airport’s 2021 expenditure 21 times more than its income – Auditor General
Sri Lanka’s Auditor General reported that in 2021, the operational…
Sri Lanka’s tea production to fall to a 27-year low this year
As a result of bad policy combined with adverse climatic…
USAID Commences 5-Year Ocean Plastics Reduction Project in Sri Lanka and Maldives
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced the…
Sri Lanka banks open Special Vostro accounts with Indian Banks to trade in INR
Sri Lankan banks opened special rupee trading accounts (SRVA) with…
Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act comes into force from today
Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena today (19) endorsed the certificate on…
Five Banks face financial penalties over non-compliance with AMT/CFT rules
Sri Lanka's s regulator for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the…
Debt-Service Payments Put Biggest Squeeze on Poor Countries Since 2000
The poorest countries eligible to borrow from the World Bank’s…
Government Considering acquiring underutilized land owned by Regional Plantation Companies
Minister of Plantation and Industries Ramesh Pathirana stated that attention…
Chinese cruise ships to visit Sri Lanka after travel restrictions are relaxed
The Sri Lanka Embassy in Beijing, with a view to attracting…
Sri Lanka’s health crisis :Urgent action is needed to maintain vital services
By Shashika Bandara and Inosha Alwis Sri Lanka is facing a…
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank threatens administrative measures to bring down market rates
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka's central bank on Thursday threatened administrative…
Ceylon Chamber makes clarion call for independence of Central Bank
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) is firmly of the…
New Incentive package needed to attract investments– Ministerial Consultative Committee on Investment Promotion
The Ministerial Consultative Committee on investment Promotion advised the Board…
Sri Lanka budget lays down plans to clinch IMF deal; markets not enthused
(Reuters) - The crisis-hit Sri Lankan economy can turn around…
A National committee appointed to formulate all national policies related to food security in Sri Lanka
The National Council sub-committee on identifying short and medium-term programs…
Ceylon Chamber Presents Reforms to Ensure an Independent Public Service
The progression of Sri Lanka’s economy is dependent significantly on…
Accenture: Large corporations on track to miss stated net-zero goals
More than 90 percent of large companies that have stated…
Four reasons to consider domestic debt restructuring
Sri Lanka faces a challenge to emerge from the continuing…
Russia Invites Sri Lankan Exporters to Diversity Export Basket to Russia
Calling on Sri Lankan businesses to leverage the resumption of…
Economic Reformist from Georgia Among Headliners at the Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2022
As Sri Lanka prepares to formulate and implement reforms that…
Sri Lanka holds rates as crisis-hit economy banks on govt reforms, IMF bailout
The Central Bank of SRI Lanka held policy rates steady…
Ministerial Consultative Committee cleares Amendments to Petroleum Products Act to liberalize duopoly Petroleum market
The Petroleum Products (Special Provisions) Amendment Bill was approved by…
Central Bank Expected to Hold the Key Policy Rates
First Capital Research (FCR) weighed in on a 75 percent…
US Ambassador Hails Ceylon Chamber’s SLUSABC as Primary Trade and Investment Engine
Emphasizing the need to create a more business-friendly environment for…
Food insecurity continues to remain a concern for the majority of Sri Lankans
The latest report by World Food Program (WFP) warns that…
Sri Lanka Agripreneurs’ Forum holds the second AGM after serving the country’s crisis-hit agricultural sector as a professional agri-entrepreneurial organization
As the country's agriculture sector starts to recover, Sri Lanka…
Sri Lanka’s offshore Wind generation capacity may reach 1GW by 2030- World Bank
The World Bank (WB) has commenced the industry consultation process…
Workplace Violence and Harassment Costs Sri Lankan Businesses Millions of Dollars: IFC Study
The impacts of workplace violence and harassment has led to…
Sri Lanka lost a large chunk of its tax base due to changes made in tax system in 2020
Sri Lanka has lost a large chunk of its tax…
Plantation Sector to Get a Special Allowance under WFP and World Bank Funds from October onwards
Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Manusha Nanayakkara last week…
Sri Lanka – Canada Business Council holds 31st Annual General Meeting
The 31 st Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka…
Sri Lanka Secures Initial IMF Approval for $2.9 B Bailout Package
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Peter Breuer…
Ceylon Chamber calls on the government to focus on the Implementation of Progressive Proposals in the Interim budget of 2022
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce views the interim budget for…
Ceylon Chamber’s National SME Forum 2022 highlights Resilience Measures for SMEs
Digital transformation and innovation that sees opportunity in turbulence in…
House & Apartment Prices accelerates with Escalating Construction Costs In Sri Lanka
The recently released Q2 data of the House Price Index…
IMF staff plans to visit Colombo ths week
An IMF Staff delegation led by Peter Breuer and Masahiro…
U.S. partners with David Pieris Motor Company to boost electric mobility in Sri Lanka
The U.S. government, through its development agency, the U.S. Agency…
CBSL Establish 17-member Stakeholder Engagement Committee Chaired by Prof. Sirimal Abeyratne
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), with a view…
Indian Oil Corp unit to open 50 fuel stations in Sri Lanka to help alleviate crisis
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka has given approval for India's Lanka…
Eight member committee appointed to propose recommendations to restructure CEB
The Government yesterday appointed eight-member committee to propose recommendations within…
UN Secretary-General Calls Governments to tax ‘Immoral’ Profits of Oil and Gas Companies
As the war in Ukraine continues to rage, skyrocketing energy…
TUI extend the suspension of Sri Lanka holidays
TUI has further extennded the cancellation of holidays to Sri…
Sri Lanka roll out QR code system-based fuel distribution from today
Sri Lankans have been urged not to overcrowd fuel stations…
Airlines cuts capacity and import cargo amidst jet fuel crisis
Sri Lanka’s economic crisis and lack of fuel has resulted…
ADB projects Sri Lanka’s economy to contract by 7.6% in 2022
Asain Development Bank (ADB) highlighted that Sri Lanka's economic conditions…
it’s in China’s interest to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt – Yellen
China is a "very important" creditor of Sri Lanka and…
Stock market thrives consecutively over recent political developments
Colombo bourse recorded gains for the second straight session with…
Jet Fuel crisis in Sri Lanka brings in new income streams for South Indian airports
The ongoing turmoil and fuel shortage in Sri Lanka have boosted aviation…
Ceylon Chamber calls for President to resign and party leaders to ensure smooth transition of power
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce reiterates its call for President…
JKH to benefit from the Cabinet Decision to streamline Sri Lanka’s casino industry
Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings (JKH) is expected to benefit…
COPE Recommends an Investigate into the cancellation of the gas tender given to Siam Gas Company Limited and opting to purchase gas at a higher price
The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) chaired by Prof Charitha Herath…
Policy Rate Hike Dampens the Equity Market
Bourse recorded losses for the fourth straight session with investors…
Ceylon Chamber appeals to all parties to prevent violence during Saturday protest
Ahead of the protest scheduled on Saturday this week, the…
Political stability is critical for Sri Lanka to resolve the economic crisis – U.S Ambassador
The United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung last…
Potential in biofuels for transport sector in Sri Lanka
By Ravinda Soysa All states currently rely substantially on petroleum…
War in Ukraine raises global shipping costs, stifles trade – UNCTAD
The UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) says the…
President Biden announces $20 Million in additional assistance to feed over 800,000 Sri Lankan children
At the G7 Summit today, President of the United States…
High-Level U.S Delegation to visit Crisis-hit Sri Lanka next week
A high-level delegation representing the U.S. Department of the Treasury…
A new Cabinet Sub Committee proposed to address the country’s food crisis
The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) recommended that all Ministries…
Liquor demand down by 30% in Crisis-hit Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Excise Department revealed that t the demand for…
Dhammika Perera sworn in as a Member of Parliament
Top Businessman Dhammika Perera was sworn in as a National…
United States to Provide an Additional $5.75M to Crisis-hit Sri Lanka
The U.S. government announced a third tranche of new funding…
WFP ramps up emergency support in Sri Lanka, with a quarter of the population requiring food aid
The World Food Programme (WFP) on Thursday began distributing food…
United States extends technical support to VEGA to Promote Green Energy and Electric Vehicles in Sri Lanka
In continuing its support to promote sustainable energy and economic growth…
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka plans to deploy Army, Civil Defense Force, and Prisoners to cultivate food
In the face of the current food crisis, the Minister…
The United States contributes $27 million to double Sri Lanka’s dairy production
The U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung attended the…
Dhammika Perera Tipped to Become the Minister of Technology and Investment Promotion
Top Businessman Dhammika Perera is set to enter the Parliament…
Parliament Approves Rs.695 billion Supplementary Estimate
The Supplementary Estimate of Rs. 695 billion presented by Prime…
Sri Lanka Power Union Announces Strike, Raising Risk of Blackouts
(Reuters) - A power sector union in Sri Lanka said…
Sri Lanka needs $6 billion to keep the country afloat for the next six months
Sri Lanka requires $6 billion during the next six months…
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has been certified as a great workplace
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has been certified as a…
Sri Lanka’s agripreneurial community makes recommendations for the revival of the agriculture sector ahead of food crisis
There are constant dire warnings of impending food shortages citing…
The debate on Rs. 695 billion Supplementary Budget is scheduled for the 8th
The debate on the Supplementary Estimate of Rs. 695 billion…
Sri Lanka appeals for farmers to plant more rice as food shortage looms
Sri Lanka wants farmers to plant more rice as part…
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka hikes tax rates to maximise govt revenues
(Reuters): Sri Lanka's government on Tuesday announced a taxation overhaul…
Arjun Aloysius’ W.M. Mendis & Co Ltd obtained Rs.7B-worth loans from two State Banks by mortgaging the same property
The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) recently observed that W.M.…
DIMO acquires Germany-based EgeSun GmbH’s local subsidiary, Tropical Health Food for Rs.450.08 million
Diesel & Motor Engineering PLC (DMO) acquired a 94.45% stake…
USAID Partners with Keells Supermarket to promote competitiveness in Sri Lanka’s MSMEs
The U.S. and Keells are partnering to strengthen small businesses…
Sri Lanka increases fuel prices to address economic crisis
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka increased fuel prices on Tuesday, a…
Japan Donates US$ 1.5M Worth of Medicines To Sri Lanka through UNICEF
The Government of Japan is giving essential medicines to Sri…
Ceylon Chamber meets Sri Lanka’s Political Leaders to discuss economic and political crises
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce officials met with the leaders…
JPMorgan backs Sri Lanka bonds on bets that crippling crisis to ease
(Reuters) - U.S. investment bank JPMorgan backed Sri Lanka's crisis-hit…
Crisis in Colombo port drives shipping lines to alternative routes
Due to the ongoing political unrest in Sri Lanka, shipping…
A Sri Lankan Household Spends Nearly a Quarter of Average Monthly Expenditure on One Full Tank of Petrol
Following the latest fuel price increase, a full tank (45…
CBSL lanches the Sri Lanka Green Finance Taxonomy to enable low-cost funding for green initiatives
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) recently launched the…
Sri Lanka protesters call for new government a day after clashes kill eight
(Reuters) - Protesters and a key trade group in Sri…
UN Secretary-General calls for dialogue to solve Sri Lanka crisis
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres wants Sri Lankans to find a…
Economic crisis in Sri Lanka and its impact on older adults
By Keshini Madara Marasinghe Sri Lanka is experiencing its worst…
Sri Lankan tea pickers’ dreams shattered by economic crisis
(Reuters) - On a lush plantation in Sri Lanka, Arulappan…
Committee on High Posts approves Two Ministry Secretaries, one State Ministry Secretary and three Ambassadors
Two Secretaries to Ministries, a Secretary to State Ministry, and…
Stock Market backslides to the red territory
Colombo Bourse closed in the red zone on Wednesday after…
Sri Lanka to replace ‘unrealistic’ budget, in talks to extend World Bank aid
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka plans to replace its current "unrealistic"…
Sri Lanka identifies 7 key items to import from India
Crisis-ridden Sri Lanka has identified seven classes of products, aside…
Hike taxes to address debt woes, IMF urges crisis-hit Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka must tighten monetary policy and raise taxes to address…
U.S. Ambassador Julie J. Chung Visits the North
U.S. Ambassador Julie J. Chung visited Jaffna from April 24…
World Bank agrees to provide $600 million in financial aid for crisis-hit Sri Lanka
The World Bank has agreed to provide Sri Lanka with…
Sri Lanka begins talks with China on refinancing debt
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka has begun discussions with China about…
In Tackling the Current Crisis In Sri Lanka, Put Children’s Needs First – UNICEF
Op-Ed by UNICEF Sri Lanka Article 3(1) of the United…
Expected fuel stocks to end long queues at filling stations
The fuel stocks expected to arrive within the next three…
COPE seeks CID to investigate officials’ claims on lost financial data of Building Materials Corporation due to software glitch
State-Owned Building Materials Corporation (BMC) has failed to prepare financial…
Conrad Dias takes the helm at Sri Lanka’s largest NBFI, LOLC Finance
Conrad Dias, the previous Chief Executive Officer of LOLC Finance…
HCL Tech says business as usual, no hiring slowdown in Sri Lanka
Amid the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka, HCL Technologies…
Sri Lanka settle payments for Russian coal cargoes
(Reuters)- Crisis-hit Sri Lanka has paid for two Russian cargoes…
Cash-strapped Sri Lanka hit by record inflation
(AFP) – Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's inflation hit a record high for…
AIDA concerned over supply chain issues in Dairy Industry
The prevailing forex crisis in Sri Lanka has severely impacted…
The World Bank extends support to Sri Lanka
The World Bank on Tuesday expressed their support to Sri…
Sri Lankan Economic Crisis Inflicted by Self-Serving Elite
By Anis Chowdhury and Jomo Kwame Sundaram Sri Lanka has just defaulted on…
India to provide crisis-hit Sri Lanka with an additional US$500 million for fuel
Sri Lanka’s continued fuel crisis has prompted India to extend…
SL Rupee depreciation continues
The Sri Lanka rupee has further depreciated against the US…
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka, India revive talks to link electric grids
(Reuters) - India and Sri Lanka have resumed talks on…
Colombo Stock Brokers Association defends the decision to temporarily close down the Colombo Stock Exchange
Colombo Stock Brokers Association (CSBA) defends the decision by the…
Sri Lanka’s Business Chambers urges the President to initiate immediate legislative action to repeal the 20th amendment
Concerned by the current political deadlock coupled with growing public…
Indian Companies Scramble To Set Up Renewable Energy Projects In Sri Lanka
Indian companies have bagged several renewable energy projects in economic-crisis…
World Bank deeply concerned about the uncertain economic outlook in Sri Lanka and its impact on people
Sri Lanka’s economic outlook is highly uncertain due to fiscal…
Fitch Ratings Downgrades Sri Lanka’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating to ‘C’
Fitch Ratings has downgraded Sri Lanka's Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default…
Sri Lanka unilaterally suspends external debt payments, says needs money for essentials
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka's central bank said on Tuesday it…
Ceylon Chamber Hosts Investment Promotion Meeting with Bangladesh’s EPZ Authority
With the nation of Bangladesh poised to become an economic…
No Stock Market Operations this week
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) will not be operating on…
Nuwan Gamage Elected as a 44th President of SLIM
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) elected Mr. Nuwan…
Sri Lanka doubles interest rates to check inflation; stabilize the economy
(Reuters) – Sri Lanka’s central bank on Friday doubled its…
As ‘economic catastrophe’ looms, private sector demands immediate action from policymakers
23 industry associations, representing private sector firms engaged in export,…
Linnean Society of London awards Dr.Rohan Pethiyagoda with Linnean Medal of zoology
Linnean Society of London has awarded veteran naturalist and zoologist…
Sri Lanka’s economic growth to slow down to 2.4% this year – ADB
Asian Development Bank (ADB) projects Sri Lanka's economic growth to…
Fidelity among big Sri Lankan debt holders staring down risk
GLOBAL asset managers including Fidelity Investments and T Rowe Price…
Ceylon tea Industry in crisis over power cuts and fuel shortages
The Colombo Tea Traders’ Association (CTTA), the apex private sector…
Sri Lankan stocks slide by nearly 33%, world’s worst losers after Russia
(Bloomberg) : The boom in Sri Lanka’s stocks has turned to bust…
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank delays Monetary Policy Announcement over political crisis
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has delayed the…
Sri Lanka’s ICT and Startup community concerned over the future of the ecosystem
We represent the product, services, and startup companies of the…
Sri Lankan shares post worst week ever amid power crisis
Sri Lanka shares had their worst weekly fall ever on…
IMF to start talks with Sri Lanka on loan request in coming days
(Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund will initiate discussions with…
Sri Lanka’s utility regulator filled an FR petition on violations of electricity consumers’ rights
Issuing a brief statement today, Sri Lanka's utility regulator, the…
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank suspends Money Changing permit issued to Prasanna Money Exchange
Considering the complaints received from general public that Prasanna Money…
Sri Lanka’s Exterminators become the first-ever pest control firm to be listed on a stock exchange in South Asia & developing world
Exterminators Limited created history yesterday, becoming the first-ever pest control…
Global consumers support shift from fossil fuels as they expect spike in energy prices to reduce their purchasing power
A new global survey conducted by Ipsos for the World Economic…
Plenty of fish but no catch as Sri Lanka economic crisis bites
(AFP) – The sky and seas off Sri Lanka's coast are…
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank to Cut nearly one-third of its holdings in government securities
Entering into a reverse course in money-printing, the Central Bank…
Sri Lanka’s economy grows 3.7% in 2021, below Central Bank projection
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka's economy grew at a slower-than-expected 1.8% in the fourth…
Power cuts and fuel shortages drive ASPI to a five and half-month low
Colombo Bourse dropped down for the second day while recording…
Labour Minister Reminds Private Sector on their Social Responsibility towards employees
The Minister of Labour, Nimal Siripala de Silva urged the…
UN report reveals barriers that restrict Sri Lankan workplaces from recruiting women
In Sri Lanka, women are denied equal access to the…
IMF report says Sri Lanka is facing a Clear Solvency problem
Sri Lanka faces “solvency” issues because of risks stemming from…
Proposed train fare hike temporarily blocked
The proposed train fare hike which was to be in…
From Crisis to Inclusive Economic Growth in Sri Lanka
By Faris Hadad-Zervos. World Bank and Hans Timmer Sri Lanka…
Watawala Plantations to acquire cattle fodder growing firm Moragoda Agro Services for Rs.88.5 million
Watawala Plantations PLC has entered into a share sale and…
Sri Lanka’s National inflation accelerates at alarming levels in February
Sri Lanka's National inflation measured by the national Consumer Price…
U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Victoria Nuland Travels to Colombo for Bilateral Talks
The United States' Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs…
35,000 Metric Tonnes of Diesel arrive from India
A shipment worth 35,000 Metric Tonnes of diesel from India…
In cash-strapped Sri Lanka, two men die waiting in queue for fuel
At least two people have died in Sri Lanka while…
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Withdraws Proposed additional incentive scheme for remittances and export earnings
Following the decision to float the exchange rate of the…
Construction of new elevated highway in progress
The highways Minister Johnston Fernando had reviewed the progress of…
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Sri Lanka to obtain $1 bn credit from India
Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa signed a $1 billion…
Sri Lanka’s Distilleries increases liquor Prices
Increase in production costs resulted in all soft and hard…
Sri Lanka to setup SEZs in Galle, Bandarawela, Ratnapura,Thimbirigasyaya, Fort, Pettah and Kollupitiya
The Urban Development Authority (UDA) has proposed to set up Special…
Britain blocks several luxury exports to Russia
Russian oligarchs will no longer have access to baubles such…
U.S. Marks Two Cultural Preservation Milestones in Sri Lanka with a $265,000 grant
This week U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung visited Kandy to preside…
Sri Lanka finance minister meets top IMF official amid economic crisis
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka's finance minister held talks with a…
Bus fares increased by 15% after Rupee collapse
Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers had given the go ahead…
Oil price surges to highest since 2008
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Big four consultancy firms to cease operations in Russia and Belarus
The big four consulting firms -- Deloitte, KPMG, EY and…
Twitter launches a new version to bypass Russia restrictions
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Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Removes interest rate caps on forex deposits
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has removed the…
What Can be Done to Reduce Land Forgery in Sri Lanka?
By Maheswary Sivapragasam (IDN) — As land forgery continues unabated…
Sri Lanka’s Public Institutions are faced with wastages of Public Fund over occasional ad-hoc decisions of the Board of Directors
The COPE Chairman (Prof.) Charitha Herath stated that decisions taken…
Sri Lanka restricts import of 367 non-essential items
A Gazette Extraordinary has been issued by the Department of…
Sri Lanka sees small dip in forex reserves in Feb
(Reuters)- Sri Lanka's central bank said foreign currency reserves dropped…
THE WALL OF STRENGTH AGAINST AGGRESSION
By Asanga Abeyagoonasekera 141 of the 193 United Nations member…
Softlogic buys Bangaladesh’s second-biggest retail chain at an undisclosed price
(TBSNews): Sri Lankan conglomerate Softlogic's retail holdings wing entered into…
IMF Urges Sri Lanka to implement an ambitious fiscal consolidation program to overcome the economic crisis
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) urges Sri Lanka to implement…
Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Economic Implications for Sri Lanka
By Asanka Wijesinghe The Russian invasion of Ukraine deepens the existing global…
Further Policy Tightening in Bracing for Global Spillovers – First Capital Research
Colombo-based independent research house, First Capital Research predicted an 80…
The United States and DFCC Bank provide MSMEs financing to women and youth
U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung witnessed the signing of the Memorandum…
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce launches Outlook 2022 Report – ‘Road to Recovery: Overcoming Challenges
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) recently launched the 7th…
Sri Lanka’s tourism earnings have overtaken Workers’ remittances inflows in January
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Sri Lanka shares slump amid nationwide power cuts, worsening economic crisis
(Reuters) - Sri Lankan shares plunged nearly 7% on Wednesday…
Sri Lanka Leader Ramps Up Spending in High-Risk Bid for Support
(Bloomberg) -- Many Sri Lankan voters who backed President Gotabaya…
Sri Lankan Economy Spiralling out of control; Requests IMF assistance
By Asanga Abeyagoonasekera Sri Lanka’s economic meltdown is one of…
Investment Insights on Port City and Cinnamon Life Presented to International Audience
With Colombo Port City and Cinnamon Life emerging as Sri…
New USPTO study finds no one company dominating 5G
A new report published by the United States Patent and…
Ceylon Chamber Pleads Government to Reconsider the Surcharge Tax Bill
The membership of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce notes serious…
Sri Lankan bunker suppliers rescind HSFO offers amid energy crunch
(SPGlobal): Suppliers at the port of Colombo have retracted offers…
Dialog Axiata to Incur Rs.3-4 Billion under the proposed one-off “Surcharge Tax”
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata PLC, a subsidiary of Malaysia's Axiata…
Semiconductors, Electronics and Pharmaceuticals Lead Digital Transformation in Manufacturing
A new report launched today by the World Economic Forum…
EU strongly urges Sri Lanka to lift forthwith import restrictions
The European Union (EU) has strongly urged Sri Lanka to…
Sri Lanka to focus on sending skilled manpower to Saudi Arabia
(Arab News) : Sri Lanka will focus on sending more…
Soaring Construction Materials Costs Drives Forex-Crisis-hit Sri Lanka’s Housing Prices To An All-Time High
The overall selling prices of houses had increased by 22.53%…
IMF Says It Is ‘Ready’ To Help Sri Lanka – If Asked
AFP : The International Monetary Fund is ready to discuss…
Pakistan likely to issue $200 million loan to Sri Lanka
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Sri Lanka seeks IMF advice amid worsening crisis
(AFP) : Sri Lanka has asked for "advice" from the International…
Ceylon Graphite achieves a significant breakthrough in the performance of its silicon enhanced vein graphite anode material for the lithium-ion
Ceylon Graphite Corp. (“Ceylon Graphite”) announced that it has achieved…
9 Finance Companies Infused Rs.12.6B in fresh capital to meet regulatory capital requirements
Under the Central Bank of Sri Lanka's (CBSL) Masterplan for…
Sri Lanka’s saving interest rates cross 5 percent
Sri Lanka's saving interest rates are continuing on an upward…
Sri Lanka imported $351.9 million worth of telecommunication devices up to November 2021
Sri Lanka imported $351.9 million worth of telecommunication devices (mainly…
ASPI to reach 15,000 in 1Q with negative returns predicted to materialize from 2Q onwards with possible shocks
The main index of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), the…
CEB Engineers Calls for Removal of CEB Chairman over the appointment of ‘bogus’ GM
Ceylon Electricity Board Engineers Union (CEBEU) calls for the removal…
CBSL increases policy rates by 50 basis points
The Monetary Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka…
International and Local Experts Stress the Need For Bold And Radical Reforms for Sri Lanka this year
International and local economic experts and corporate leaders stressed the…
Colombo Port’s East Container Terminal’s Construction Second Phase Begins
Construction of the second phase of the Eastern Container Terminal…
Sri Lanka focus on ‘homegrown solutions’ to settle $6.9 billion external debt servicing obligations for 2022
Sri Lanka will focus on 'homegrown solutions' to settle $6.9…
Ceylon Graphite successfully Renews the Environmental Licence for K1 Mine Project
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LANKAQR transactions top Rs. 1 billion in value in 3Q
Sri Lanka's standardized National Quick Response code - LANKAQR based…
Sri Lanka’s Business Chambers urge the Government to seek IMF Support
Sri Lanka's top business chambers urged the government to seek…
Sri Lanka’s government to acquire unutilized lands of plantation companies in six months – Labour Minister
Minister of Labor Nimal Siripala de Silva says that the…
Sri Lanka economy contracts 1.5% in 3Q
(Reuters) – Sri Lanka’s economy shrank 1.5% in the third quarter…
EU strengthens protection against economic coercion
The European Commission has today proposed a new tool to…
Most Sri Lankan Exporters Grappled with high costs and shortages in sourcing inputs for exports
Most of Sri Lanka's exporters are grappled with high costs…
President Biden Appoints Former U.S Ambassador to Sri Lanka Alaina B. Teplitz as Assistant Secretary of State for Administration
Today, United States President Joe Biden announced he has appointed…
LOLC Group Locks In Leasehold Rights of another Two Land Plots in Colombo Port City for $98M
Browns Investment PLC, the strategic Investment Arm of Ishara Nanayakkara-controlled…
Sri Lanka’s Power Regulator Preparing To Regulate LP Gas Industry Amidst Multiple LP Gas Cylinder Explosions
A Standard for LP Gas has already formulated The Public…
U.S. donates nearly 200,000 additional Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines to Sri Lanka
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Monisha Abraham Replaces Nedal Salem as new CEO/MD of Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC (CTC)
Monisha Abraham has replaced Nedal Salem as the new Managing…
IFC Supports First Sri Lanka Chapter of Women Corporate Directors to Promote Diversity in Boardroom
In a bid to promote boardroom diversity and establish a…
Crises in the Sri Lankan Economy: Need for National Planning and Political Stability
By Dr.Vagisha Gunasekara Summary Sri Lanka’s current economic quagmire is…
China Communications Construction Company Bags Two Lucrative Port Deals in Sri Lanka
Chinese-state owned China Communications Construction Company has secured two lucrative…
Sri Lanka among four countries most vulnerable to an exchange rate crisis in the next 12 months – Nomura
Sri Lanka along with Egypt, Romania, Turkey are vulnerable to…
Sri Lanka Receives another $100M from Bangladesh Bank under the currency swap facility
(The Daily Star): Bangladesh Bank has lent $100 million more…
Mahinda Samarasinghe to assume duties as the new Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the United States and Mexico on 29th of November
Former Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Kalutara District parliamentarian and…
Stax Secures strategic investment from US-based Blue Point Capital Partners
Stax Inc, an analytically-driven global M&A strategy consulting firm management…
First Capital, Vallibel Power, and Laxapana Batteries emerges as the strongest dividend-paying Sri Lankan stocks
First Capital Holdings has emerged as the strongest dividend yield…
Approval for the appointment of 08 Secretaries to Ministries granted by the Committee on High Posts
The appointment of 08 Secretaries to Ministries has been approved…
USAID Launches Fresh 5-year, $19m Initiative to Support Sri Lanka’s renewable energy Ambitions
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced its…
Inaugural LANKA COFFEE ASSOCIATION Aims to Restore Ceylon Coffee Brand
Sri Lanka was once the third-largest producer of coffee in…
Commercial Bank Captures the ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award for the first time
Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC won the coveted ‘Best Corporate…
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank to Steer Towards a More Hawkish Direction – First Capital
Ahead of the Monetary Policy Review Meeting of the Central…
Sri Lanka’s Electronic Travel Approval (ETA) system not updated to cater to the needs of a modern traveler – COPA
Sri Lanka's Department of Immigration and Emigration is yet to…
Gem Dealers in Sri Lanka Welcomes Govt Moves on Ease of Doing Business in Budget 2022
The Largest Association of Gem Dealers in Sri Lanka, the…
Sri Lanka shuts only oil refinery to manage forex crisis
By Uditha Jayasinghe (Reuters) - Sri Lanka has temporarily shut its…
Expolanka Survives from 25% surcharge tax proposed in budget 2022
Sri Lanka's second-largest listed firm, Expolanka Holding PLC will not…
The United States Delivers $150 Million Funding to Sri Lanka’s DFCC Bank to Support Female-led MSMEs
The United States government disbursed $150 million in financing to DFCC…
Sri Lanka’s 2021 fiscal deficit forecast revised to 2020 levels; Aim to curtail fiscal deficit to 8.8% of GDP in 2022
Sri Lanka's government has revised the fiscal deficit projection to…
25% one-time income tax on 62 individuals and companies with over Rs. 2 billion turnover proposed in the budget 2022
Sri Lanka's Government proposed to impose a one-time surcharge tax…
The Central Bank publishes “Recent Economic Developments: Highlights of 2021 and Prospects for 2022″
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka today published “Recent Economic…
The growth of Sri Lanka`s investment ecosystem and its future potential
The investment ecosystem in Sri Lanka has drastically changed over…
Sri Lanka Eyes air connectivity for tourism recovery as the Island destination attracted 22,771 tourists in October
Sri Lanka's tourism officials eyes direct air connectivity for tourism…
Sri Lanka Commits to declare minimum 30% of the country’s marine reserves as protected areas at COP26
Sri Lanka signed up to the 30by30 target committing to…
Premium-priced Cinnamon Life’s Condo units moving at a snail’s pace
Pre-sales of John Keells Holdings (JKH)'s Pre-sales of 'Cinnamon Life'…
Major ocean carriers sailing towards astonishing $200b profit this year
With stock market-listed ocean carriers reporting even better-than-expected profits for…
BPPL Holdings Sets Eyes on a third polyester yarn plant with a brush filament extrusion plant
Buoyant by strong demand for its brush filament and polyester…
Investing vs Saving: Tenets of Financial Management
Seeds for a smart culture of financial management Whether you…
Lack of Budget Credibility a Significant Challenge to the 2022 Budget With Intensification of the “Closed” Culture, Says Verité Research
Verité Research's BudgetPromises dashboard on the PublicFinance.lk platform sheds light…
Expolanka makes history becoming the first company on CSE to reach Rs.400 billion market capitalization
Expolanka Holding PLC (EFL) last week became the first company…
Sri Lanka’s rising food prices belies deeper economic issues
By Dushni Weerakoon Sri Lanka recently passed emergency regulations to deal with…
Sri Lanka’s Capital Alliance Partners with BetaOne Investments to Enter Bangladesh’s Thriving Merchant Banking Sector
Sri Lanka’s leading player in the Capital Markets services sphere…
CBSL expects inflation to deviate from its targeted levels
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka expects headline inflation to…
Central Bank of Sri Lanka holds policy interest rates steady
The Monetary Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka,…
Sri Lanka’s Fastest-Growing Apparel Manufacturer Hela Clothing Officially Joins U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol welcomes global apparel manufacturer Hela…
International community strikes a ground-breaking global minimum corporate tax rate sans Sri Lanka and three others
Major reform of the international tax system finalised yesterday at…
Navigating through High Maritime Freight Rates
By Imesha Dissanayake Maritime Freight rates have been on an…
Making state-owned enterprises work for commercial investors
By William P. Mako, David Robinett State-owned enterprises have long provided crucial…
ADB Approves $110 million Additional Funding for Primary Health Care System (PHC) Project in Sri Lanka.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $110 million…
Sri Lanka Lifts margin deposit requirement on mobiles, home appliances, and over 600 other imported goods
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) removed the 100…
Sri Lanka bans China manufactured ‘organic’ fertilizer after detection of bacteria again
Sri Lanka banned the import of organic fertilizers manufactured in…
Sri Lanka to End Covid Lockdown on Oct 1; Medical Experts Warn Against Reopening
Sri Lanka will end its COVID-19 lockdown enforced last month…
China’s power crunch dwarfs Evergrande’s troubles in investors’ eyes
(Reuters) - China's power supply crunch, that has shut factories…
TikTok hits 1 billion monthly active users globally – company
(Reuters) - TikTok hit 1 billion monthly active users globally…
Sri Lanka’s Forex Crisis Worries South Indian textile and fabric exporters
South India’s textile and fabric exporters are worried that the…
China’s Global Network of Shipping Ports Reveal Beijing’s Strategy
VOA News: A powerhouse in global trade, China has more…
Asanga Seneviratne Back on CSE Board
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) today announced the appointment of…
Seven countries, including Sri Lanka and Chile, have agreed to stop using the dirtiest fossil fuel
Seven countries have signed a pledge initiated by the United…
Inflation Spectre Floats on Developing World’s Horizon including Sri Lanka
By Rabah Arezki and Jean-Pierre Landau As the global economy…
Sri Lanka’s Agripreneurs Alarmed Over Contaminated Organic Fertilizer Sample Imported From China
Sri Lanka Agripreneurs’ Forum (SLAF) expressed grave concerns regarding the…
New Fortress and Sri Lanka’s Government inked the definitive agreement for LNG deal
United Stated-based New Fortress Energy Inc. (“New Fortress”) and Sri…
Sri Lanka food crisis: Forex dips to risky levels. Can Colombo avoid IMF?
Sri Lanka is experiencing acute food emergency. Long food queues…
Cumulative workers’ remittances inflows into Sri Lanka declines in the first eight months
Workers' remittances inflows into Sri Lanka declined sharply for the…
Natural Gas Prices Soar Worldwide In A Mark Of Extreme Volatility
Natural gas prices are soaring around the world in what…
Outstanding foreign currency borrowings by Sri Lanka’s banks up for the first time in a year
The outstanding foreign currency borrowings of Sri Lanka's banking sector…
Sharmini Coorey to Retire as Director of the IMF’s Institute for Capacity Development
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva today announced…
Unpacking New Beginnings, Expack Announces Rs 700M IPO
Sri Lanka’s largest corrugated carton manufacturer, Ex-Pack announced an unpacking…
FCR recommends cutting exposure to equities to 50% amidst expectations on overall Interest rates and tax hikes
First Capital Research (FCR) recommends investors to limit the exposure…
Back to the ‘smaller pond’: MSCI to downgrade Pakistan to Frontier Market
Pakistan was downgraded from its status as an emerging market,…
Bourse ended in red for the fourth consecutive days
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock…
Sri Lanka claims $267 billion worth of oil and gas deposits in the Mannar Basin
Sri Lanka has $267 billion worth of oil and gas…
Sri Lanka’s National Inflation Rises to 6.8% in July
Sri Lanka's Headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (Y-o-Y)…
Local Investors Drives CSE to New Heights
Indices at Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) reached new heights yesterday…
Children in Sri Lanka ranked 61st riskiest globally to the impacts of the climate crisis – UNICEF
Young people living in Sri Lanka are ranked at 61st…
Sri Lanka becomes first in Asia to tighten policy in pandemic-era
(Reuters) - The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) became…
Sri Lanka Imposes stricter regulations relating to import delivery fees and import container deposit refunds
Stricter regulations relating to import delivery fees and import container…
166,284 Credit Cardholders in Sri Lanka on CRIB’s Blacklist
166,284 Credit Cardholders in Sri Lanka were placed on the…
Sri Lanka’s SME Business sentiment remains pessimistic in June
Business sentiment among Sri Lanka's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) remained…
Emirates extend Suspension of inbound flights from Sri Lanka up to 7th August
UAE’s flagship airline Emirates confirmed yesterday that the suspension of…
CCC Announces Virtual “Exhibition on Agri and Livestock Sector Innovations ready for Commercialization”
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) and the Accelerating Higher…
National Inflation remained unchanged in June
Headline inflation based on the National Consumer Price Index remained…
Sri Lanka’s FIU imposes financial penalties on DFCC Bank and Union Bank for non-compliance with AML/CFT rules
Sri Lanka’s regulator for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing…
Central Bank of Sri Lanka eyes to attract Singaporean Fintech players to its Fintech Sandbox
Sri Lanka – Singapore Business Council (SLSBC) headed by leading venture…
Large-scale solar capacity growth expected to top wind in 2022 for the first time
Growth in large-scale solar capacity is expected to exceed wind…
Central Bank of Sri Lanka holds policy rates at their current levels despite inflationary concerns
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) decided to hold…
Ceylon Graphite Enters into Strategic Partnership with Sri Lanka’s LOLC to Capture Global Battery Anode Market
Sri Lanka's diversified Conglomerate LOLC Holdings PLC has entered into…
United States Provides $75 million to NDB Bank to Strengthen Sri Lankan Small and Medium Businesses
The United States is providing a welcome boost to Small…
Ceylon Chamber welcomes acceleration of vaccine drive
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce commends the efforts taken by…
Digital Marketing Association launched, establishing a much-awaited industry body for Sri Lankan Digital Marketers
In an effort to drive growth in the Digital Marketing…
Sri Lanka extends forex restrictions on capital flight by six months
The government has extended suspensions/restrictions on capital forex outflows (outward…
A surging crisis in Sri Lanka: A new wave of COVID-19 is causing chaos
By Jeevethan Selvachandran Over the last few months, the world…
Vish Govindasamy takes over as the new Chairman of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce elected Vish Govindasamy as its Chairman…
Sri Lanka expects $250 million to its dwindling FX Reserves from Bangladesh in Crucial July
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka is expecting a $250…
India aims to meet vaccine orders placed by Sri Lanka in August
Depending on the scale of production of vaccines, India is…
U.S. Bans Import of dogs from Sri Lanka and other countries
The United States is imposing a ban on the entry…
Sri Lanka and IFAD partners to launch $42.7M project to reduce poverty and increase food security in the face of climate change
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) together with the…
Asian renewable investments expected to double to $1.3T by 2030
Reuters: Asia Pacific investments in renewable energy generation by 2030…
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce to conduct the National SME Forum 2021
In an effort to support all players in the SME…
SEO & Coronavirus: Your SEO approach in the New Normal
The coronavirus crisis has indicated a major twist in the…
Sri Lanka Retailers’ appeals for cost-sharing from Business Partners amid current economic crisis
The Sri Lanka Retailers' Association (SLRA), the apex body for…
Sri Lanka’s mobile and fixed broadband speeds sharply deteriorate in May
Sri Lanka’s mobile and fixed broadband speeds sharply deteriorated in…
IFC’s Investment in Sunshine Holdings to Help Diversify Business Operations in Sri Lanka, Drive Efficiency
Consumers in Sri Lanka are set to benefit from a …
Spice Industry Veteran and Gulam Chatoor from the Spice Arena
Gulam Chatoor the present Chairman of Saboor Chatoor (Private) Ltd,…
IMF Welcomes G7 Action to Support the World Exit the Pandemic Crisis
International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva made the following…
Costa Rica’s Rebeca Grynspan to Head UNCTAD
Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica will be the new Secretary-General…
Sri Lanka’s FX reserves hit a new low of $ 4.02 billion in May
Sri Lanka's gross official foreign exchange reserves tumbled to $…
IATA Says Global Travel Restart Still Stalled In the Absence of Harmonized Measures-IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expresses frustration at the…
CSE envisages transforming to a multi-product securities exchange before 2025
The 35-year-old Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) set eyes to take…
Sri Lanka Prepares to launch its first official Tourism ‘Travel App’ to Assure post-COVID travelers with Unique Experiences
Sri Lanka is preparing to launch its first official Tourism…
United States Airlifts Emergency Supplies to Help Sri Lanka Combat Covid-19 Surge
The United States continues to stand with the people of…
Sri Lanka’s Electricity Regulator Approves Second LNG Plant in Kerawalapitiya
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL), the electricity…
Potential Russian Nuclear Power Plant In Sri Lanka Not On SPIEF Agenda
(UrduPoint News / Sputnik) The prospective plans for Russia to develop a nuclear power…
CCC Partners with Australia’s Market Development Facility to promote inclusive and sustainable private sector-led growth
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) recently entered into an…
Fitch Ratings Expects IMF Board to Approve Proposed SDR allocation in August
Fitch expects the new general special drawing rights (SDR) allocation…
Delhi-Colombo-Beijing triangle undergoes another shift
By Professor Harsh V Pant Chinese Defence Minister Gen. Wei…
U.S. Senate advances bipartisan legislation to counter China’s growing influence
(CNN): The Upper Chamber of United States Congress, Senate last…
New Investor to soon acquire Breadtalk’s Sri Lankan franchisee
RIL Properties PLC is progressing with negotiations with a potential investor…
Keells plans to open over 75 outlets by early 2024 amidst intensifying competition from newcomers
Feeling the heat from intensifying competition from newcomers, John Keels…
Sri Lanka To Sue Singapore Ship Owners Over Marine Pollution
AFP:Sri Lankan authorities Sunday said they will sue the owners…
Costly Chinese COVID Vaccine Sparks Row in Sri Lanka
Disclosure of procurement price of China's Sinopharm vaccine in Sri…
Bangladesh Offers $500M Lifeline to Sri Lanka ahead of $1B Dollar Bond Maturity
In a first for Bangladesh, the country has extended a…
Sri Lanka to Secure $200m currency swap facility from Bangladesh to maintain FX Reserve
The Bangladesh Bank board on Sunday approved in principle a…
Global trade recovered at a faster pace from the Pandemic-fueled recession compared with the past two trade recessions
World trade’s recovery from the COVID-19 crisis hit a record…
Viper Networks Partners with Airtel, Hutch and SLT to Launch $100 M Smart City Project in Sri Lanka
A United States (U.S.)-based international leader in Smart City solution…
CBSL to Launch a New Mechanism to Monitor Foreign Exchange Operations through Banking Sector in 2022
The Central bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is in the…
Advocata Proposes Changes to Colombo Port City Commsion Bill to Maximize Economic Benefits for Sri Lankans
Colombo-based Pro-market Think-Tank, Advocata Institute proposed five key areas for…
How Discovery and Warner Media plan to take on Netflix
It was a plot hatched in the utmost secrecy. After…
Indian and Chinese multinational corporations and financial institutions could influence the proposed ban on agrochemicals imports into Sri Lanka
A Sri Lankan-based leftist agrarian movement warned the government of…
No more tax tricks! Global minimum tax for corporations could raise 100 billion
What may seem impossible to employees is common practice for…
The Chamber Academy and ETIS Lanka conducts short Courses on Business Economics
The Chamber Academy of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce together…
Sri Lanka AG’s Department Receives a U.S-Funded Training Center and E-Case File Tracking System
With support from the United States, the Attorney General’s Department…
Prime Lands IPO Oversubscribed On Opening, Offers Additional 87.5M Shares
The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of 100,000 ordinary voting shares…
Virtusa Founder and CEO Kris Canekeratne To Step Down Ending 25-Year Run
Virtusa Co-Founder and CEO Kris Canekeratne is setting down at-…
Sri Lankan Consumers Shifts to dining from home at a Uber Speed in 2020 – CAL Research
In line with the global shift in course towards dining…
Sri Lanka’s Banking Sector’s MSME Lending Portfolio Among Weakest in Asia-Pacific
Despite much hype, Sri Lanka’s banking sector’s to Micro, Small…
Giving 2 Doses Of Different COVID-19 Vaccines Could Boost Immune Response
Typically, if you get a COVID-19 vaccine that requires two…
Mobitel extends the lead over Dialog in user experience, while Hutch emerges as the most improved in Q42020
Sri Lanka’s State-owned mobile telco operator, Mobitel extended its lead…
Sri Lanka: Chinese come calling
by Col R Hariharan Chinese defence minister’s visit The recently…
Prime Lands Residencies Expects Rs.10B Cashflow from Pre-sold units over next 2-3 years
The latest IPO entrant to Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), Prime…
Intermediate Care Facility at Jetwing Beach by Ninewells Start Welcoming Covid-19 Positive Patients
The 5-star Jetwing Beach Hotel in Negombo today (3rd of May) started…
Sri Lanka Declares Worst Economic Downturn in 73 years
(AFP) : Sri Lanka announced Friday that its economy shrank…
JLL Sri Lanka Joins SLASSCOM with Plans to Invest in Proptech Start-ups
Eyeing emerging Proptech Start-ups, Leading global commercial real estate services…
Singapore to stop entry of visitors from Sri Lanka and two other SA countries
(PTI): Singapore will stop the entry or transit to visitors…
Shares back in RED after a rollercoaster ride
The Colombo Bourse today continued to play on a rollercoaster…
Former US Ambassador to UN Samantha Power Secures Senate Vote to Become the New USAID Administrator
The Former United States (US) Ambassador to the United Nations…
Maga Engineering Takes a Large Chunk of ADB’s Construction Contracts in Sri Lanka
The leading construction comoany, Maga Engineering Pvt. Ltd emerged as…
Sri Lanka’s GDP to grow by 4.1% in 2021 – ADB
Sri Lanka's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow…
Sri Lanka needs a resilient logistics system
By Winnie Wang Logistics carry dreams. Back in 2007, when I…
Shipping during COVID-19: Why container freight rates have surged
By United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) When…
United States Launches “Clean Cities, Blue Ocean Program” in Sri Lanka to Tackle Plastic Pollution
U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Alaina B. Teplitz announced the…
Hayleys Fabric to Become the largest fabric manufacturer in Sri Lanka After Acquisition of Ambeon’s South Asia Textiles
Dhamike Perera-controlled, Hayleys Fabric PLC (MGT) entered into an agreement…
Sri Lanka’s mobile internet speeds yet to rebound to pre-pandemic levels
Sri Lanka's mobile internet speeds are yet to rebound to…
IFS outlines a three-year sustainability strategy
Sweden-based multinational enterprise software firm, IFS today announces its promise to…
IATA Welcomes WHO Emergency Committee Risk Management Recommendations
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged states to comply…
The real estate industry needs to transform to serve the needs of people and cities
The real estate industry needs to transform to serve the…
CSE listed firms posts record earnings for December Quarter
The Earnings of Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) listed firms rose…
Lankan Angel Network’s Invest in a BaaS platform
The Angel Fund, an initiative of the Lankan Angel Network…
How the Tiny Kingdom of Bhutan Out-Vaccinated Most of the World
The Lunana area of Bhutan is remote even by the…
Supreme Court to further consider petitions challenging Colombo Port City Economic Commission Bill tomorrow
The Supreme Court today postponed further consideration of the petitions…
EU backs U.S. call for global minimum corporate tax, but rate to be decided
(Reuters) - The European Commission backed on Tuesday a call…
NEXT Recognises Trade Union at its Plant in Sri Lanka
The British multinational clothing, footwear, and home products retailer, NEXT agreed…
New Zealand ban live exports of animals by sea citing reputational risks from poor animal welfare practice
Citing reputational risk from poor animal welfare practice, New Zealand…
Farmers move to occupy a critical elephant corridor in Sri Lanka
By Malaka Rodrigo Earlier this month, more than 300 people…
Sri Lanka Signs $500M emergency loan agreement with China as rupee hits record low
Sri Lanka secured a US$500 million loan from China Monday…
Cabraal Leads Sri Lankan Delegation to Lulu Regional Office
A high-level delegation from Sri Lanka headed by the State…
Sri Lanka finalizes air bubble pact with India to resume air travel
India has finalized a bilateral air bubble arrangement with Sri…
IMF, World Bank Begin Push To Swap Debt Relief For Green Projects
(AFP): The idea of forgiving debt held by poor countries…
HMD Global introduces six new Nokia phones across three distinct lines and continues its move into the mobile services sector
X-series: Nokia X20 and Nokia X10 – refined quality and experiences…
The United States Blacklists Seven Chinese Supercomputing Entities
The Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)…
MolecuLight Appoints Nanomedix as a specialized Distributor in Sri Lanka
 MolecuLight Inc., the leader in point-of-care fluorescence imaging for detection…
Sri Lanka Among 30 Nations Joining A Global Initiative to Tackle Marine Litter
A major international project that will help reduce marine plastic…
Central Bank Retain Policy Rates At the Current Levels
The Monetary Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka…
Policy Rates to Hold Steady As Indicators Make Headway – First Capital Research
The Monetary Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka…
Sri Lanka’s President bans Palm Oil Imports, Orders Companies to Uproot Palm Oil Plants…
Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has instructed to completely ban…
Launch of the “Bath Curry (බත්කරි ) Indicator” by the Advocata Institute
Food inflation has risen over the last year, although the…
Nike wins halt to sales of Lil Nas X ‘Satan Shoes’
(Reuters) - A federal judge on Thursday sided with Nike…
Cracking the Code of Financial Inclusion in Sri Lanka
By Savani Jayasooriya The refreshing taste of thambili, otherwise known…
Sri Lanka had the Sixth Most selfie-related accidents in the World
Sri Lanka recorded the World's sixth most selfie-related accidents over…
Prime Lands Residencies Plans Rs 1.95B IPO
A top real-estate developer and the leader in the mid-market…
Softlogic brings all retail operations into one core vertical
Softlogic Holdings PLC completed the transfer of all retail operations…
IATA Recocomends Rapid Antigen Tests for Air-travel
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today urged governments to…
Visa moves to allow payment settlements using cryptocurrency
(Reuters) - Visa Inc said on Monday it will allow…
CBL Group Clinches Best Corporate Citizen Award
The leading biscuit, chocolate, and confectionery manufacturer CBL Investments Limited…
Japan’s Takeda Pharmaceutical Plans to Submit Regulatory Filings for its Dengue vaccine in Sri Lanka this year
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited today announced that the European Medicines…
UN Human Rights Council Votes to strengthen rights office probe into Sri Lanka’s long civil war
The 47-member UNHRC adopted a resolution on Tuesday, brought by…
Arcade Independence Square Lease out to Ashok Pathirage-controlled Odel for 10 Years
Sri Lanka's Odel PLC, a subsidiary of Ashok Pathirage-controlled Softlogic…
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Signs $1.5 B bilateral currency swap Pact WIth China
Sri Lanka's Central Bank (CB) entered into a $1.5 billion…
BreadTalk To Close Down All Outlets in Sri Lanka Until Further Notice
The Board of Directors of FoodBuzz (Private) Limited, the sole…
Sri Lanka lowers its apparel export earning target to $5.1 B
Sri Lanka has lowered its apparel export earning target to…
Adani Ports to get 51% equity stake in WCT at Colombo Port
With a 51 percent equity stake, India's Adani Ports and…
Sri Lanka asks Amazon to remove bikinis and doormats featuring its flag
Sri Lanka has asked retail giant Amazon to take down…
Sri Lankan Airlines Signs engineering maintenance agreement with FITS Aviation
Sri Lankan Engineering, the Engineering arm of Sri Lankan Airlines…
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce signs MOU with McLarens Maritime Academy
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) and the McLarens Maritime…
Global Fashion Brands Face Legal Complaints On Labour Rights Violations at Hirdaramani Mercury Apparel
Sri Lanka's Stand Up Movement and Commercial & Industrial Workers’…
Central Bank Announces Six Month concessionary Period for Lease Payment Obtained By Passenger Transport Sector
The Central Bank (CB) instructed licensed commercial banks and licensed…
Sri Lanka’s discussions for emergency financial support with IMF failed due to disagreements over policy requirements
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) couldn't proceed with disbursing emergency…
China approves $1.5 billion currency swap with Sri Lanka
(Reuters) - China has approved a 10 billion yuan ($1.54…
United States First Lady presents Sri Lanka’s Ranitha Gnanarajah with the International Women of Courage award
On the 8th of March, First Lady of the United…
India Denies Approving Sri Lanka’s WCT Deal with Adani group
India on Friday denied Sri Lanka’s announcement that New Delhi…
Gembridge appoints top gem merchant Armil Sammoon as its ambassador to Sri Lanka
Digital coloured gemstone trading platform Gembridge appointed top gem merchant…
CB decides to hold policy rates steady
The Central Bank(CB) decided to hold its policy rates steady…
DFCC Bank’s impairment charge nearly doubles in 2020
DFCC Bank's impairment charge nearly doubled to Rs Rs 3.3…
Sri Lanka brings back offer of developing deep-sea port to India and Japan
Sri Lanka is once again offering a strategically located deep-sea…
Daily Turnover at CSE falls to the lowest point this year
The daily turnover of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) fell…
COPE Orders to Sri Lanka Insurance submit a report on Maldives and Seychelles Branch Closures
Sri Lanka's Legislative Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) has ordered…
Over 500 Sri Lankan migrant workers have died’ building Qatar’s World Cup infrastructure
557 migrant workers among the 6,500 migrant workers who have…
Pakistan Offers $50 Million New Credit Line to Sri Lanka to Boost Defence Ties
Cash-strapped Pakistan has offered a $50 million new credit line…
Pakistan Pitches China-backed CPEC to Sri Lankan Investors
Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan who's currently on his maiden…
Sri Lanka CB says controlling foreign debt will ‘no doubt’ require some austerity
(Reuters) : Sri Lanka's central bank governor said on Wednesday…
Spotify to Expand into Sri Lanka over the next few days
Swedish audio streaming and media services provider and the world’s…
USAID Supports Sri Lanka’s Efforts in safely Transporting Pathological Waste
Thanks to the Ampara Regional Health Directorate and the American…
Finance companies are permitted to lend up to 80% of the value in used motor vehicle purchases
The Central Bank (CB) decided to increase the loan to…
Asset risk looms over Sri Lankan insurers
Sri Lankan insurers are facing heightened asset risk due to…
Indian mission in Sri Lanka denies Trincomalee oil tanks deal off
The Indian High Commission in Colombo has rejected Sri Lankan…
Daraz, Dialog, Samsung, Singer, and SLTMobitel Are Most Popular Brands Online in Sri Lanka
Daraz, Dialog, Samsung, Singer, and Mobitel were named among the…
Bitcoin tops $50,000 as it wins more mainstream acceptance
(Reuters) - Bitcoin rose above $50,000 on Tuesday for the…
Property Buyers Are Flocking Back To Residential Property Market – LankaPropertyWeb
Sri Lanka’s leading property portal, LankaPropertyWeb says that there has…
India propels Telegram to become most downloaded non-gaming app in Jan: Sensor Tower
Telegram was the most downloaded non-gaming app worldwide for January…
Leading airlines join UNICEF’s historic mission of transporting COVID-19 vaccines around the world
UNICEF is today launching the Humanitarian Airfreight Initiative. Under this…
PUCSL Nod To Award 300MW Kerawalapitiya LNG Power Plant Contract to Lakdhanavi
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL), the electricity…
Edtech startup Eupheus Learning raises $4.1 million ahead of its plans to expand into Sri Lanka
Ahead of its foreign expansions, India's Edtech startup Eupheus Learning has…
Sri Lanka’s food and beverage imports grow by 9 percent in 2020
Sri Lanka's food and beverage imports grew by nearly 9…
India Has Its Way On Chinese Projects In North Sri Lanka – Analysis
India has got even with China by bagging the West…
Sri Lanka to Double Fresh Milk Production by 2024
The government aims to double the local fresh milk production…
Henry Ford Cardiologists Find Apple iPhone 12 Magnet Deactivates Implantable Cardiac Devices
One of the newest features of the Apple iPhone 12…
Investment decline in productive assets spells trouble for poorer nations
Although developing countries attracted a record share of global foreign…
Bezos to give Amazon reins to cloud boss Jassy as sales rocket past $100 billion
(Reuters) Amazon.com Inc founder Jeff Bezos will step down as…
Sri Lanka halts port deal with India and Japan
Sri Lanka on Tuesday scrapped a deal to develop a…
Adani Group’s T K Kannan appointed to Watawala Plantation Board as an Alternate Director
Adani Group's T K Kannan is appointed as an Alternate…
Sri Lankan shares drop most in nearly four months as financials, industrials fall
(Reuters) Sri Lankan shares on Tuesday suffered their worst single-day…
IFS growth outperforms market in 2020 with 26% increase in software revenue
IFS, the global enterprise applications company has seen a 26% Year-on-Year…
USPTO announces relief for delays in filing certified copies of foreign priority applications due to the COVID-19 outbreak
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recognizes that…
Rupee to depreciate by 12% in 2021- First Capital
Sri Lanka's First Capital Research expects LKR to depreciate approximately…
Cinnamon Life to handover office and residential units at two towers in March
Sri Lanka’s largest mixed development, the $1 billion Cinnamon Life…
Nutrition crisis looms with over 39 billion in-school meals missed since start of pandemic – UNICEF and WFP
Over 39 billion in-school meals have been missed globally since…
Wall Street gears up for second bout against Reddit traders
(Reuters) - Wall Street is gearing up for another week…
The World’s Best Stock Rally Is in Sri Lanka – Bloomberg
Sri Lanka stocks have returned a world-beating 30% so far…
Sri Lanka – Korea Business Councill urges Tourism Authorities to target high spending South Korean Tourists
Sri Lanka – Korea Business Council (SLKBC) urges the Tourism…
Access Engineering acquire a 50% stake in Lanka AAC Ltd for Rs 131 M
Access Engineering PLC (AEL) has invested Rs. 131 million to…
EU Urges Sri Lanka to Notify Imposed Import Restrictions Measures to WTO
The Europan Union (EU) has urged Sri Lanka to notify…
Billionaires thriving as poor suffer in widening COVID-19 divide – Oxfam
(Thomson Reuters Foundation) - Billionaires including Amazon’s Jeff Bezos and…
Renewables overtook fossil fuels in EU electricity mix in 2020
(Reuters) - Renewables overtook fossil fuels as the European Union’s…
Central Bank Bars Banks from entering into new forward FOREX contracts
Sri Lanka's Central Bank (CB) yesterday barred banks from entering…
Sri Lanka emerging as a small, yet growing market for U.S consumer food products in South Asia
Sri Lanka which has the highest per-capita GDP in South…
New SEC Act Likely to Be Enacted Within Next Two months
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) expects…
ADB Calls for Far-Reaching Reforms to Build Resilient Education Systems Amid COVID-19
Governments and stakeholders in Asia and the Pacific should initiate…
Huawei founder praises U.S. tech in first word from company since Biden inauguration
(Reuters) - The United States remains a “beacon of technology”…
Licensed Banks to decide on cash dividend payments After Completing 2020 Financial Statements Audit
The Central Bank (CB) says that licensed banks could pay…
Asian stocks climb to record highs on Biden stimulus hopes
(Reuters) - Asian stocks scaled to record highs on Thursday…
Hayleys Group and subsidiaries announce stock splits
Billionaire Dhammika Perera-controlled Hayleys Group and all its listed 13…
Covid-19: Maldives signs deal with AstraZeneca for 700,000 vaccine doses
Maldives has entered an agreement with AstraZeneca Singapore Private Limited…
Sri Lanka’s mobile and fixed broadband speeds improve in December
Sri Lanka's mobile and fixed broadband speeds recorded an improvement…
Second phase of GRI’s $100M Tyre Project to Be Commissioned in December
Global Rubber Industries (GRI) last week broke ground and laid…
Latest $200 million SLDB issuance undersubscribed
The latest $200 million issuance of Sri Lanka Development Bonds…
Central Bank orders banks to delay dividend payments
The Central Bank (CB) ordered the local banks to differ…
Etihad Airways Set to Become the First Global Airlines to Launch IATA Travel Pass
The International Air Transport Association and Etihad Airways, the national…
Central Bank Holds Policy Rates Steady with plans to introduce priority sector lending targets
The Monetary Board of the Central Bank (CB) decided to…
Sri Lanka to Introduce a New education Policy
The government plans to introduce a new education system that…
Vietnam and Sri Lanka Express Interest to pursue a Preferential Trade Agreement
During a farewell call on Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena this…
Sri Lanka’s President Confirms Adani Group’s Involvement in East Container Terminal
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today assured representatives of Port Trade Unions…
United States provided $6M in aid to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka
With the recent donation Of a mobile testing unit to…
Republicans face growing corporate backlash after Capitol assault
(Reuters) - Republicans in the U.S. Congress faced growing blowback…
Central Bank to wind up ETI Finance through Courts
The Monetary Board of the Central Bank (CB) has decided…
First Capital Expects Central Banks to hold its Policy Rates Steady
The Colombo-Based, First Capital Research expects the Central Bank to…
Sri Lanka and Thailand eye to finalize the Proposed FTA
The Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and the outgoing Ambassador of…
President appoints De-Regulation Commission Chaired by Lalith Weeratunga and Krishan Balendra
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed an 18-member De-Regulation Commission for…
Wall Street at record highs as Democrats take control of Senate
(Reuters) - Wall Street hit record levels on Thursday as…
MSC to launch a new direct service from India to West Africa with a call at Port of Colombo
The World's second-largest shipping line, the Mediterranean Shipping Company(MSC) announced…
India Agrees to Prioritize Sri Lanka in Providing COVID Vaccine
India’s foreign minister pledged Sri Lanka’s president Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday to…
Global Air Passenger Demand Recovery Grinds to a Halt in November – IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today announced that the…
Elon Musk overtakes Amazon’s Bezos to become world’s richest person
(Reuters) - Tesla Inc chief and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk…
Stocks cruise pass 7,000 psychological level after 7 years
The benchmark All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo…
Nasdaq futures slump 2% on prospects of Democrat-controlled Senate
Futures tied to the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 index sank 2%…
World Bank Forecasts 3.3% economic growth for Sri Lanka in 2021
The World Bank (WB) projects Sri Lanka's economy to grow…
Sri Lanka targets 1.5 million tourist arrivals for 2021
Sri Lanka targets 1.5 million tourist arrivals this year as…
Cabinet directs Legal Draftsman to draft the Colombo Ports Commission Bil
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal instructing the…
Sri Lanka’s Telephone Penetration Drops in 3Q2020
Sri Lanka's telephone Penetration (including Cellular Phones) declined by 19.3…
Arpico Finance and Associated Motor Finance advances with the proposed merger
Arpico Finance Company PLC (AFC) and Associated Motor Finance Company…
Sri Lanka’s economy contracted by 3.9% in 2020- Central Bank
The Central Bank (CB) expects Sri Lanka's economy to have…
Protectionism To Rise In 2021 States Attempts To Stimulate Domestic Recovery – Economist
Governments in 2021 are likely to ramp up protectionist economic…
Sri Lanka to ban maize-based alcohol and ethanol production
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered the Excise Department Chief to…
Sri Lanka resumes Tourism Activities with the arrival of First Tour Group
Ukrainian low-cost Carrier, SkyUp brought the first group of tourists…
Arrival of Russian Tour Group postponed
Russia’s national airline Aeroflot has postponed the scheduled flight to…
Buyer of Piramal Glass Ceylon part of Blackstone Group
ICRA India confirmed that Blackstone Group Inc'acqusition of Piramal Group’s…
Dialog Axiata to acquire Hirdaramani’s H One for Rs 300-350 million
Dialog Axiata PLC has reached an agreement to acquire full…
Sri Lanka waives off the landing and parking fees at Two International Airports
The cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to waive…
Sri Lanka’s fruit and Vegetable industry enters into MOU with WB’s Agriculture Sector Modernisation Project
The Lanka Fruit and Vegetable Producers, Processors and Exporters Association…
Global electricity generation from coal is set to drop by the largest amount on record in 2020
Global coal generation is estimated to fall by 5% in…
Justice K. Sripavan appointed as the New Commercial Bank Chairman
The Board of Directors of Commercial Bank green-lighted the appointment…
United States assures support for Sri Lanka in responding to COVID and building its economy despite the withdrawal of the MCC grant
The United States assures support for Sri Lanka in responding…
IATA to launch its Travel Pass within 1Q2021
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is on the schedule…
Sri Lankan Airlines plans to procure two freighters in 2021
Sri Lankan Airlines (UL) plans to call Request for Proposals…
Sri Lanka targets $2.5 B FDI in 2021
Sri Lanka targets $2.5 billion worth of Foreign Direct Investments…
Sri Lanka faces worst decline as debt crisis looms
Sri Lanka Tuesday announced its worst economic slump with second-quarter…
LOLC acquires Hemas’ Serendib Hotel PLC for Rs.792M
Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings PLC (HHL) has divested its’ shareholding…
Sri Lanka plans to resume international flight operations after Christmas
Sri Lanka plans to resume international flight operations from the…
Sri Lanka’s trade deficit declines in October
Sri Lanka's trade deficit declined by $320 million to $514…
No Final Decision yet on Airport re-opening in January
The government hasn't made a final decision yet on opening…
Blackstone acquires Piramal Glass for $1 billion
The World's largest alternative equity firm, Blackstone Group Inc, …
United States kick-off $20M Project to Support Small Businesses and empower Female Participation in Sri Lanka’s Labor Force
The United States launched a new Rs3.6 billion ($ 19.5 …
Sanjaya Mohottala assumes duties as the Head of BOI
Sanjaya Mohottala assumed duties today as the 21st Chairman of the…
Sri Lanka shares bulldozed pass the 6,500 mark after 2 years
Sri Lankan shares bulldozed pass the 6,500 mark after 2…
Global Aviation Bodies Urge governments Follow Global Guidelines on Crew Testing
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Federation…
Sri Lanka eyes to open borders next month targeting long-term travelers
Sri Lanka's government eyes to re-open the country for foreign…
Airbnb plans to raise $2.5B in IPO
San Francisco-based short-term rental company, Airbnb, Inc. to raise $2.5…
Ceylon Graphite commences trading on the OTCQB Venture Market
Vancouver- based Ceylon Graphite Corp. announces that its common shares have…
Sri Lanka’s President Calls Private Sector to make bold investment decisions
Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa called the country's private sector…
Sri Lanka seeks consultants for $100M India-funded solar project
The Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SLSEA) is seeking consultants…
Budget 2021 is unlikely to provide a meaningful boost to the economy – Moody’s
Sri Lanka's growth-oriented budget is unlikely to provide a meaningful…
Transform your kitchen with Singer’s elegant array of built-in appliances
As we continue to witness the rise of luxury residences…
Experience HUTCH at your finger Tips, with the new advanced HUTCH Self Care App
HUTCH, Sri Lanka’s preferred choice for mobile broadband services has…
SEC expects an increase in access to capital for Sri Lankan corporates
In welcoming budget 2021, the Securities and Exchange Commission of…
Key trends in Sri Lankans’ mobility habits during the second wave of COVID-19
COVID 19 has drastically changed the mobility trends around the…
Thailand leads in race for ASEAN Digital Hub with upgraded ICT infrastructure
Thailand, which leads ASEAN in 5G rollout, is eyeing the…
Ocean Lanka Enters into Partnership with Cotton made in Africa (CmiA)
Ocean Lanka Pvt Ltd, Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric…
ABS Courier awarded ‘3PL of the year 2020’ at Daraz Seller Summit
Wins first place in recognition of its high standards in…
Sri Lanka’s INIVOS and UK’s Muzulu in milestone partnership to offer full-scope Enterprise solutions
INIVOS Consulting, the fully fledged Sri Lankan Enterprise Resource Planning…
48 MP Quad AI Camera, 5000mAh battery, 4GB Ram + 128GB Rom packed Huawei Y7a up for grabs in Sri Lanka
Huawei, the global smartphone brand recently launched Y7a – a…
Huawei’s Ryan Ding: Maximizing Wireless Network Value for a Golden Decade of 5G
At the 2020 Global Mobile Broadband Forum (MBBF), Huawei's Executive…
Sri Lanka Will Manage its looming debt crunch without IMF Support – Cabraal
The State Minister of Money Capital Markets and State Enterprise…
Sri Lanka’s air pollution levels back to normal
Sri Lanka's air pollution levels have returned back to normal…
American investment creates jobs and not debt – Ambassador Teplitz
The United States (U.S.) expressed its strong commitment to promote…
Sri Lanka eyes to expand Sapugaskanda oil refinery to limit forex outflows
The Cabinet of Ministers recently approved a proposal to conduct…
Mental Wellness Is a $121B Market – Global Wellness Institute
The Global Mental Wellness economy is estimated to be over…
A fresh approach needed in city and town planning amidst the new normal triggered by the Pandemic – Institute of Town Planners of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s Town Planners urge for a fresh approach in…
Swadeshi Khomba Baby Hoda Purudu celebrates World Children’s Day with “Hoda Purudu ” educational campaign
The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC launched a novel hygiene awareness…
HUTCH signs up Gayathri Shan as new Brand Ambassador
Sri Lanka’s preferred choice for mobile broadband services, HUTCH has…
Singer Finance leads Tier Two Rankings by K Seeds Investments
In the latest national rankings of ‘Listed Finance Companies of…
Five reasons why Huawei Nova 7 SE is the smartphone you should switch to
Huawei Nova 7 SE is the latest 5G smartphone to…
UAE cancels lenient penalties for ‘honour killings’
The United Arab Emirates said on Saturday it was cancelling…
Sri Lankan shares end at 10-month high on industrials, financials boost
Sri Lankan shares rose for a fourth straight session to…
The CCC to host Its Annual Sri Lanka Economic Summit virtually amidst COVID-19 threat
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce CCC) decided to organize its…
Sri Lankan shares end higher on gains in industrial, consumer stocks
Sri Lankan shares ended at their highest in more than…
Hatch and LSEG SL completed the 4th iteration of the KICKASS Bootcamp
Amidst a backdrop of uncertainty, Hatch and London Stock Exchange…
VMware Empowers Customers to Build their Multi-Cloud Future
VMware’s Multi-Cloud Strategy Unlocks the Value From Any Cloud While…
HUAWEI CLOUD Releases Device-Cloud Synergy Meeting Solution in APAC
Huawei launched HUAWEI CLOUD Meeting, its full-scenario, secure and reliable…
Uber, Lyft spend big, win in California vote about drivers
Uber, Lyft and other app-based ride-hailing and delivery services spent…
Elevated capex requirements may force Airtel Lanka to seek a M&A deal – Fitch
Bharti Airtel Lanka may still seek a merger and acquisition…
Milliman begins operations in Sri Lanka acquiring a local Actuarial firm
Milliman, Inc., a premier global consulting and actuarial firm, announced…
Gear up for 5G with Huawei Nova 7 SE, the first-ever mid-range 5G smartphone
The age of 5G has dawned. Huawei, a pioneer in…
PATA recognises Sri Lanka’s renowned hotelier Hiran Cooray with its highest individual honor
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has awarded its highest…
5GDNA Joins the 3GPP Family
3GPP recently announced that the 5G Deterministic Networking Alliance (5GDNA)…
Hong-Kong based Alta Hospitality Asia fund eyes a prime real-estate in Galle
The newly launched Alta Hospitality Asia fund of Hong-Kong-based Alta…
Pyxle International and Trabeya announce merger
Combined entity will have the leadership, resources and scale to…
Sri Lanka’s bonds hammered as U.S. dubs China “predator”
Sri Lanka’s government bonds fell heavily on Wednesday as the…
HP Printers now available at Singer
Singer Sri Lanka PLC, country’s premier consumer durables retailer has…
Mike Pompeo arrives in Colombo as U.S seeks to balance China’s growing influence in the region
The United States (U.S.) Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo yesterday…
VMware Unveils 5G and Edge Advancements, Driving Sri Lanka Towards New Chapter of Innovation-Led Growth
Strengthened 5G Telco Cloud Portfolio with Cloud Native Support enables…
‘Rani Sandalwood’ tributes loyal consumers with gold necklaces and household items worth Rs. 1 Million
Win a gold necklace and many more exciting gifts every…
Huawei revenue in Q3 2020 at a 9.9% growth
Huawei recently announced its business results for the first three…
Ideal Motors and Ideal First Choice breaks new ground in Sri Lanka offering industry-first free insurance cover
Ideal Motors Pvt Ltd and its subsidiary Ideal First Choice…
Sri Lanka’s cement volumes to recover in FY2022
Sri Lanka’s total cement volumes is forecasted to recover in…
Sri Lankan to ban several single-use plastic products from 2021
The government decided to ban a range single-use plastic and…
Huawei releases Sustainability Progress Report
Enriching lives with technology Huawei Consumer Business Group (BG) recently…
Dairy industry seeks clear access to land and water for forage crops
The All Island Dairy Association (AIDA) urges the government to…
Huawei Launches All-scenario Intelligent Connectivity Solutions
the UN Broadband Commission and Huawei held the sixth Ultra-Broadband…
Seamless Work From Home and Learn From Home possibilities with Huawei devices
Huawei, the global smartphone brand has ensured that its devices…
VMware Delivers Intrinsic Security to Sri Lanka’s Digital Infrastructure, Fast Tracking Business Innovation and Resilience
Focus on intrinsic security enables organizations to build future-ready businesses…
DIMO Southern Warriors clinch inaugural Army Commander’s T20 league 2020 Trophy
The inaugural Sri Lanka Army Commander’s T20 League tournament concluded…
Prime Minister pays an impromptu visit to Cinnamon Life construction site
The Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, made a brief impromptu visit…
Huawei Launches ADN Solution for Enterprises, Bringing Intelligent Connectivity Within Reach
At HUAWEI CONNECT 2020, Huawei officially released its Autonomous Driving…
DIMO to Enter Agro Tourism with its Agri Techno Park in Dambulla
“DIMO Agribusinesses”, the agriculture arm of DIMO, has selected its…
The government to call proposals to build a multi-storied car park in Otter Club premises
The government has decided to build multi-storied car parks with…
DIMO and NTB partner to offer exclusive leasing solutions
DIMO, the only Authorized General Distributor for Mercedes-Benz and Jeep…
Jamie’s Magical Adventures in Floffinville debuts in a virtual book launch
First time author, A. A. Moses recently launched her novel,…
Ceylon tea prices to sustain at current levels over the short-to-medium term – Asia Siyaka Commodities
A leading tea broker expects prices of Ceylon tea to…
Singer awarded ‘Retail Brand of the Year – Sri Lanka 2020’ by Global Banking and Finance Review
Singer (Sri Lanka) PLC, the country’s premier consumer durables retailer…
Communique PR celebrates a year of redefining communication strategies
Moves to new office, strengthens team and expands offerings Communique…
The Big Bad Wolf Online Book Sale to howl until October 8 by popular demand
Ensures a smoother experience through essential technical advisory The World’s…
7 promising Sri Lankan startups graduate from Sri Lanka’s first virtual fintech accelerator
HatchX, Sri Lanka’s first fintech startup accelerator programme, recently concluded…
Hutch is among the world’s top 30 “most improved” mobile operators
Sri Lanka’s Hutchison Telecommunications (Hutch) among the world’s top 30…
Axiata Digital Labs to support National ICT Awards 2020 as the Exclusive Innovation Partner
Axiata Digital Labs announced today that they have signed a…
Style up your fitness with the new HUAWEI WATCH FIT
Reframe your fitness, health and style with the latest smart…
Stop Child Cruelty Trust Appeals to HE to End Child Protection Crisis In Pursuit of The True Essence of International Children’s Day
Stop Child Cruelty Trust (SCC), an organization committed to ending…
SLIM NASCO – Sri Lanka’s most anticipated sales awards calls entries for year 2020
SLIM NASCO Awards 2020, Sri Lanka’s premier national sales awards…
TECH4ALL: Powering Digital Inclusion with Technology
ICT can bring new value and approaches to digital inclusion…
The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale 2020 returns to Sri Lanka for the fourth consecutive year through “Readers Portal”
World’s Biggest Book Sale goes online from 1st-4th October 2020…
Axiata Digital Labs is the Exclusive Innovation Partnership for 2020 National IT Conference
Axiata Digital Labs announced recently that they have entered into…
Cabinet approves forex cover for investors to boost inflows into local-currency bonds
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has identified the need…
Singer Huawei September Carnival offers unbeatable discounts on new laptop and smartphone models
The exultant second run of Singer Huawei Carnival that awards…
Prime Group’s Website Crowned as the Best Corporate Website in Sri Lanka
Prime Group – the country’s leading real estate company and…
Huawei Announces New Developer Technologies Capable of Smarter All-Scenario Experiences
Huawei Developer Conference 2020 (Together) was held today at Songshan…
Pelwatte Dairy Partners with Leading Supermarket Chains to Offer New Product Deals
Pelwatte Dairy transforms the shopping experience with value-for-money dairy deals…
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries recognises Singer Sri Lanka for outstanding performance
Singer Sri Lanka PLC has been commended for its exceptional…
Path breaking Huawei Golf Tournament teed off in Sri Lanka
Huawei, the leading global technology solutions provider, recently hosted the…
Ocean Lanka recognises sixty-three long-serving employees
Ocean Lanka Pvt Ltd, Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric…
Innovative Microwave Solutions Proposed at Huawei 5G Microwave Asia-Pacific Conference for Heavy-Rain Regions
The Huawei 5G Microwave Asia-Pacific Conference was held online recently,…
FUTURE OF THE SMARTPHONE MARKET IN SRI LANKA by Kevin Jiang
As the world integrates the ‘New Normal’ in the ecosystem,…
“It’s not a fairy tale anymore – The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale to give access to three times more titles this year”- Andrew Yap
, Book lovers across Sri Lanka, it’s time to get…
Huawei P40 Pro hailed as the latest aesthetic showpiece
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