The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in partnership with the British High Commission in Colombo, successfully held a hybrid Awareness Session titled “Enhancing Export […]
Category: Top Stories
The most important and widely read stories of the day, selected for their relevance, impact, and public interest.
Tech Giants Explore Investment Prospects at “Seed to Scale” Forum
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) recently hosted a forum titled “Seed to Scale – Unlock […]
Lawyers’ Strike
Sri Lanka’s lawyers decided to strike as a collective protest against the brutal daylight killing of an Attorney-at-Law and his wife, which has heightened fears […]
Economic Confidence Index Soars to Four-Year High of +36
The government’s approval rating was recorded at 65% in early February 2026, according to the latest “Mood of the Nation” poll conducted by Verité Research. […]
EU–Sri Lanka Joint Commission Strengthens GSP+, Governance, and Trade Relations in Colombo Meeting
On February 12, 2026, the European Union (EU) and Sri Lanka held the 27th Session of the EU-Sri Lanka Joint Commission meeting in Colombo. This […]
Central Bank Unveils February 2026 Monetary Policy Report
The Central Bank has released its inaugural Monetary Policy Report for 2026 in accordance with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, No. 16 of […]
IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva Embarks on Strategic Three-Day Visit to Sri Lanka
Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka from February 16 to 18, 2026, as confirmed […]
Hayleys Achieves Strong Growth with Rs. 14.02 Billion Profit After Tax in First Nine Months of 2025/26
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
Hayleys PLC Honored with Excellence Award at CA Sri Lanka’s TAGS Awards Diamond Chapter 2025
The conclusion of a landmark event celebrating corporate excellence, the prestigious TAGS Awards, marked its 60th anniversary with a grand finale that honored a wide […]
BIOFACH 2026: Catalyzing Sri Lanka’s Surge in Organic Exports
BIOFACH, recognized as the world’s largest and most influential international trade fair dedicated to the organic sector, serves as a crucial global platform for countries […]
Softlogic Life Achieves Rs. 40 Bn GWP in FY25, Doubling Key Financial Metrics Over Four Years
Softlogic Life delivered an impressive financial performance for the year ending December 31, 2025, achieving a Gross Written Premium (GWP) of Rs. 40.1 billion. This […]
Aitken Spence Reports 30% Profit Growth in Third Quarter of FY 2025/26
Aitken Spence PLC, a company with a rich history spanning over 157 years, continues to excel across various sectors including tourism, maritime and freight logistics, […]
Strategic Blueprint Unveiled for Transforming the Transport Sector
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized the necessity for a rapid transformation of the transport system to create a more efficient, safe, and technologically advanced network, […]