The Hayleys Group demonstrated resilient performance amid ongoing global volatility and environmental challenges during the first nine months of the financial year ending March 31, […]
Month: February 2026
Cricket Is Not Just a Game. For Sri Lanka, It Could Be an Economic Powerhouse.
In Sri Lanka, cricket has always carried emotion. What it has not always carried is strategic economic planning. That may need to change. A single […]
Dhaka’s New Direction: How Will India Read a BNP Victory in Bangladesh
The reported electoral success of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) marks more than a domestic political shift in Dhaka. It recalibrates the regional chessboard — and New […]
BNP Claims Victory in Landmark Bangladesh Election Amid Awaited Official Results
Dhaka — Bangladesh’s main opposition party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has claimed victory in Friday’s general elections — a milestone moment in the country’s political history that […]
Neutral Territory and Economic Leverage: Why Colombo’s India– Pakistan Match Is Bigger Than Cricket
When India plays Pakistan, it is never simply sport. It is theatre layered with history, nationalism and strategic undertones. That such a match is being […]
Europe’s Trade Warning to Sri Lanka Carries a Familiar Message: Reform or Risk Losing GSP+ Privilege
Colombo, Sri Lanka — In the quiet language of diplomacy, the message from the European Union to Sri Lanka was unmistakable: trade access comes with conditions, […]
EU Urges Sri Lanka to Fulfill Commitments for GSP+ Continuation
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The European Union (EU) has emphasized the need for Sri Lanka to honor its commitments, particularly the implementation of the 27 core […]
Sri Lanka Customs Reaches 63% of February Revenue Target in Just 12 Days
In the first 12 days of February 2026, Sri Lanka Customs has achieved over 63% of its revenue target for the month, as revealed by […]
Sri Lanka Secures Additional Rs5.1bn in Treasury Bonds Post-Auction
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance – Public Debt Management Office has successfully sold 5,100 million rupees worth of bonds via a tap issue at an […]
Sri Lanka Stocks Surge Amid Strong Corporate Earnings Reports
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Colombo Stock Exchange in Sri Lanka concluded Friday’s session on a positive note, buoyed by the release of several companies’ financial […]
Waruna Sri Dhanapala Named Secretary to the Ministry of Digital Economy
Mr. Waruna Sri Dhanapala has been officially appointed as the Secretary to the Ministry of Digital Economy by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The formal letter […]
Brumbies Celebrate 15th Anniversary at 147th Battle of the Blues
The Brumbies Enclosure celebrated its 15th anniversary with the launch of a commemorative T-shirt on February 12, 2026, at The Steuart by Citrus. This event […]
Sri Lankan High Commissioner Engages with Pakistan Business Council Chair in Karachi
The High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Pakistan, Rear Admiral Fred Senevirathne, engaged in a meeting with Dr. Zeelaf Munir, the Chairperson of the Pakistan […]
Sri Lanka Confirms Appointments of Four New Heads of Mission
The committee on high posts in the Sri Lankan Parliament has given its approval to the appointments of four new heads of mission, solidifying diplomatic […]
Sri Lanka and Thailand Finalize Historic Labor Cooperation Agreement
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok recently played a pivotal role in successfully facilitating and participating in a series of discussions […]
Immigration Department Restores Computer System, Resumes Passport Services
The computer system at the Department of Immigration and Emigration has been fully restored, allowing passport services at both the main office in Battaramulla and […]
Sri Lankan Women Highlight Island’s Finest in UK: From Ceylon Cinnamon to Scotch Bonnet
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – A group of women-led businesses is currently showcasing Sri Lanka’s diverse export offerings across London, Manchester, and Yorkshire. These offerings include renowned […]
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Unveils “The Spirit of Iftar” at Quizine
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams warmly welcomes guests to embrace the spirit of reflection and togetherness this Ramadan with “The Spirit of Iftar” at […]