Saturday, 4 May 2024 01:19

Harin ‘all at sea’ over new visa regime

Tourism Minister Harin Fernando yesterday distanced himself from the recently implemented new visa regime, asserting that neither he nor his Ministry ..

MRR checks out by end May

Saturday, 4 May 2024 01:11

Tourism Minister Harin Fernando yesterday revealed that the minimum room rates (MRR) imposed on hotels will be scrapped by the end of this month and a ..

Tourism industry voices concern over MRR and visa hike

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:56

Tourism industry yesterday expressed concerns over the challenges posed by regulatory measures noting that it has hindered its competitiveness and gro ..

TISL invites public comments on proposed Law on Recovery of Stolen Assets

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:47

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) is extending an invitation to the public to review and provide specific feedback on the proposed law regar ..

SriLankan Airlines clarifies cancelation of UL504 from London

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:45

SriLankan Airlines yesterday issued a clarification over an incident concerning Flight UL 503 to London which was diverted to Vienna international air ..

LAUGFS Gas announces further price reductions in domestic LPG

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:42

LAUGFS Gas PLC yesterday announced another significant price reduction across all domestic LPG products with immediate effect. The price of flagship ..

Govt. justifies outsourced visa process amid allegations

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:40

Amid allegations regarding the outsourced visa application process, the Government Information Department yesterday issued a statement clarifying the ..

Planters’ Association to file objections to proposed wage hike

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:32

The Planters’ Association of Ceylon yesterday confirmed its intention to file objections to proposed wage hike within the designated timeframe set b ..

Seylan Bank PAT surges 102% to Rs. 2.3 b in 1Q

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:28

PBT up by 115% to Rs. 3.7 b Overall Statutory Liquid Assets Ratio at 39.42% Total Capital Adequacy Ratio 15.84% Seylan Bank yesterday announced ..

Harsha says casino regulator must ahead of ‘City of Dreams Sri Lanka’ opening

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:22

The main Opposition, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Member of Parliament Dr. Harsha de Silva yesterday stressed the urgent need for the Government to en ..

The Four A’s Advertising Festival on 30-31 May to transform Sri Lanka’s creative communications industry

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:10

The Four A’s Advertising Festival, powered by Unilever Sri Lanka and globally connected by SriLankan Airlines, is gearing up to be a transformative ..

CSE begins May with loss amidst high trading volume

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:06

The Colombo stock market began May with losses despite being positive in April and year to date whilst trading volume hit a recent high yesterday. T ..

Child protection crisis larger than economic crisis, says child rights lawyer

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:02

Mounted on the wall behind where Attorney-at-law Milani Salpitikorala is seated is a framed hanging with the well-known saying, “It’s nice to be i ..

Boosting sustainable luxury travel: Up Norway Founder sheds light on building brand, expanding global partnerships

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:00

Sustainable luxury travel curator, Up Norway Founder and CEO Torunn Tronsvang recently visited Sri Lanka to strengthen its business partnership with t ..

Rayynor races to third largest shareholder at Hayleys within weeks

Thursday, 2 May 2024 03:27

Electronic media baron and high net worth investor Raynor Silva has within weeks raced to become the third largest shareholder at Sri Lanka’s most d ..

CCPI based headline inflation increases in April

Thursday, 2 May 2024 03:22

Headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (Y-o-Y) change in the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI, 2021=100)1 showed some uptick to record ..

President appoints Inter-Ministerial Secretaries Committee to implement National Visa Policy

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:59

Tourism Minister Harin Fernando announced yesterday revealed that President Ranil Wickremesinghe has established an Inter-Ministerial Secretaries Comm ..

IFC to invest Rs. 3.27 b in Sunshine Healthcare

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:49

Sunshine Holdings PLC yesterday disclosed that that the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has agreed to inves ..

Colombo stock market ends week with 1% gain

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:46

The Colombo stock market had a mixed finish yesterday though ending the week on the up with active investor participation. The benchmark ASPI yesterd ..

Business confidence gains ground

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:45

In its May edition, leading business magazine LMD reports that “business confidence strengthened for a second month although the horizon remains ove ..

Expolanka Holdings navigates 4Q and FY24 results with resilience, agility despite turbulent times

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:40

Expolanka Holdings PLC yesterday announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended 31 March 2024, demonstrating resilience in ..

Tourism industry urges President to intervene to reduce visa fees

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:34

The Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO) has called on President Ranil Wickremesinghe to intervene and reinstate a competitive and ..

CoPF gives conditional approval to suspend parate law till 15 December

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:30

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved, subject to conditions, the Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) (Amendment) Bill which ..

Rayynor buys 2 m more shares of Hayleys; stake now nearly 3%

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:24

Electronic media baron and high net worth investor Rayynor Silva yesterday picked up a further quantity of 2 million shares of Hayleys PLC increasing ..

People’s Bank presents 2023 Annual Report to President

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:20

People’s Bank Chairman Sujeewa Rajapakse presented its Annual Report for the year 2023 to President and Finance Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe at the ..

HNB clinches top position in K Seeds Investments’ ranking report

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:08

K Seeds Investments has identified HNB as the best-performing bank under the 1st category among the 14 banks in Sri Lanka through a ranking carried ou ..

Corporate Capital Market buys controlling stake in SMB Money Brokers

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:02

Corporate Capital Market Ltd. (CAPM) has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire 50.99% shares of SMB Money Brokers (MBR) from SMB Finance ..

Open letter to Education Secretary over private tuition

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:00

How ethically right is it for the teachers of Royal College Primary to coerce their students to attend their private tuition classes and charge exorbi ..

City of Dreams Sri Lanka a game changer and catalyst – Balendra and Lawrence Ho

Thursday, 2 May 2024 03:30

The promoters of the City of Dreams Sri Lanka, the first of its kind integrated resort in South Asia have described it as both a game changer and a ca ..

Avurudu at its best for CSE

Thursday, 2 May 2024 03:26

The Colombo stock market saw sharpest gain year to date in April thanks to rebound in investor sentiment over prospects for listed equities. ..

President announces sharp daily wage hike for plantation workers

Thursday, 2 May 2024 03:22

President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday announced a sharp hike of 70% in the daily wage for plantation workers to Rs. 1,700 during the May Day rally ..

MRR checks out by end May

Saturday, 4 May 2024 01:11

Tourism Minister Harin Fernando yesterday revealed that the minimum room rates (MRR) imposed on hotels will be scrapped by the end of this month and a ..

President appoints Inter-Ministerial Secretaries Committee to implement National Visa Policy

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:59

Tourism Minister Harin Fernando announced yesterday revealed that President Ranil Wickremesinghe has established an Inter-Ministerial Secretaries Comm ..

Tourism industry voices concern over MRR and visa hike

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:56

Tourism industry yesterday expressed concerns over the challenges posed by regulatory measures noting that it has hindered its competitiveness and gro ..

IFC to invest Rs. 3.27 b in Sunshine Healthcare

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:49

Sunshine Holdings PLC yesterday disclosed that that the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has agreed to inves ..

TISL invites public comments on proposed Law on Recovery of Stolen Assets

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:47

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) is extending an invitation to the public to review and provide specific feedback on the proposed law regar ..

Colombo stock market ends week with 1% gain

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:46

The Colombo stock market had a mixed finish yesterday though ending the week on the up with active investor participation. The benchmark ASPI yesterd ..

SriLankan Airlines clarifies cancelation of UL504 from London

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:45

SriLankan Airlines yesterday issued a clarification over an incident concerning Flight UL 503 to London which was diverted to Vienna international air ..

Business confidence gains ground

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:45

In its May edition, leading business magazine LMD reports that “business confidence strengthened for a second month although the horizon remains ove ..

LAUGFS Gas announces further price reductions in domestic LPG

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:42

LAUGFS Gas PLC yesterday announced another significant price reduction across all domestic LPG products with immediate effect. The price of flagship ..

Expolanka Holdings navigates 4Q and FY24 results with resilience, agility despite turbulent times

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:40

Expolanka Holdings PLC yesterday announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended 31 March 2024, demonstrating resilience in ..

Govt. justifies outsourced visa process amid allegations

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:40

Amid allegations regarding the outsourced visa application process, the Government Information Department yesterday issued a statement clarifying the ..

Tourism industry urges President to intervene to reduce visa fees

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:34

The Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO) has called on President Ranil Wickremesinghe to intervene and reinstate a competitive and ..

Planters’ Association to file objections to proposed wage hike

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:32

The Planters’ Association of Ceylon yesterday confirmed its intention to file objections to proposed wage hike within the designated timeframe set b ..

CoPF gives conditional approval to suspend parate law till 15 December

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:30

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved, subject to conditions, the Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) (Amendment) Bill which ..

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Ministry unveils ambitious plans to transform Port of Galle into premier tourist destination

Friday, 3 May 2024 21:14

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Aviation has set its sights on revitalizing the historic Port of Galle, unveiling ambitious plans to transform it ..

STF seizes large drug haul near Sri Jayewardenepura University

Thursday, 2 May 2024 11:49

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Government approves amendment to ban physical punishment

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Thursday, 2 May 2024 02:24

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Thursday, 2 May 2024 02:23

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Thursday, 2 May 2024 02:21

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Vis Ta Vie: Luxury boutique hotel contributing to turtle conservation efforts in Sri Lanka

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:04

Sri Lanka, an enchanting island nestled in the Indian Ocean, boasts a remarkable natural heritage that includes not just its famed elephants but also ..

Gratiaen Prize reveals 2024 shortlist

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:03

Sri Lankan Food Festival in Mumbai

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:02

Opinion and Issues

US campus eruptions and corporate military capitalism

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:03

“One-dimensional thought is systematically promoted by the makers of politics and the purveyors of mass information. Their universe of discourse is ..

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Reflections on SL media on World Press Freedom Day

Saturday, 4 May 2024 00:01

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Investment scams ripping off gullible public

Friday, 3 May 2024 00:00

Decline of SLFP and the rot in Lankan politics

Thursday, 2 May 2024 01:51

Politicisation of May Day and ignoring workers’ interest

Wednesday, 1 May 2024 00:00

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Monday, 29 April 2024 00:00

Special Report

World’s first-ever Cinnamon Museum opens in Mirissa

Wednesday, 10 April 2024 00:00

Spotlighting Sri Lanka’s significance and rich spice heritage, the world’s first cinnamon museum opened its doors on 6 April at Mirissa Hills Esta ..

Celebrating World Water Day with special philatelic cover by PASL

Friday, 22 March 2024 00:10

Integrated water resources management: Creating a positive ripple effect

Friday, 22 March 2024 00:00

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Pavitra kicks off distribution of Smart Agriculture Package to farmers under ADB funding

BOI rebuts Advocata Institute CEO

Steps to accelerate development of Port of Galle resolving environmental and wildlife issues

SLT-Mobitel introduces social combo plan for the first time

Omega Line recognised for economic contribution at Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards

Eco Balm from Eco Ceylon Global wins at Golden Inmediens Awards

Thakral Group showcases DJI’s technological innovation in Sri Lanka

President to inaugurate Sri Lanka Climate Summit 2024

Top Chinese business delegation visits BOI

Cabinet nod to renovate KKS port with Indian funding

Govt. to renovate Karainagar Boat Yard with Indian financial assistance

Deepal on “How to Beat your Success Blockers” during International Coaching Week

Hayleys Solar and Bank of Ceylon partner to offer low-interest solar financing loans

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Cabinet nod to designate China Harbour Engineering as secondary business in Port City

Swisstek Aluminium shines for 3rd consecutive year at Best Management Practices Company Awards 2024

CMA webinar on Management Accountants and AI tomorrow

Samson Rubber Products celebrates 30-year anniversary

Japan bestows “The Order of the Rising Sun” on Kosala Wickramanayake and Athulla Edirisinghe

SL, Egypt discuss measures to boost trade

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Siyambalapitiya reveals multilateral debt repayments continue

Foreign Minister Ali Sabry undertakes an official visit to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Royal pardon for 44 Sri Lankans in UAE

Support for Justice Ministry’s virtual courts initiative

Ambassador Udaya Indrarathna presents credentials to Iraq President

High Commission reaches out to Sri Lankan migrant workforce in Singapore

Colombo Plan and Indian High Commission discuss collaboration

SJB-aligned TUs outline proposals for labour rights

China and Sri Lanka to expedite implementation of MoUs

New Governors appointed to Southern, North Western Provinces

YJA highlights media industry job losses at May Day rally

Thigambaran accuses Govt. of election tactics in plantation sector wage hike

Indian High Commission refutes claims of Indian firms taking over visa issuance at BIA

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US campus eruptions and corporate military capitalism

The “Aragalaya” of 1848

Tamil nationalist who dubbed himself as the “King of Eelam”

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UN Security Council needs restructuring for a world without “refugees and poverty”

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