Newspaper
Daily FT
Moonlit harmony: Contemporary celebration of mid-autumn
THIS Mid-Autumn Festival, Shangri-La Colombo unveils an extraordinary creation that bridges tradition and innovation.
1 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Golfing excellence showcased at September Monthly Medal 2025 powered by CDB
V.T. Sundaralingam, H.M.D. Bandaranayake and Yuvan Kanth clinch top honours at the CDB September Medal 2025
1 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Third STC Prep Rugby Carnival tomorrow
THE third STC Prep Rugby carnival will take place in 4 segments from Under-10 up to Under-16 on 4 October at the Police Park.
1 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
SEVA project signals new trade and investment potential for Sri Lankan craft
SRI Lanka's creative and craft sector has marked a landmark moment with the launch of SEVA, a transdisciplinary cultural diplomacy project uniting international artistry with Sri Lankan heritage. Beyond its artistic merit, SEVA showcases the untapped trade potential of Sri Lanka's artisan economy, an area poised to grow into a high-value export sector and attract new investment.
3 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka strengthens trade, investment, and tourism ties at World Expo 2025 in Osaka
SRI Lanka showcased its export potential, investment opportunities, and tourism offerings at the Sri Lanka Business Forum and Networking Session held on 26 September during the World Expo 2025 in Osaka.
3 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Mastercard 5 Club Challenge 2025 kicks off tomorrow
THE Mastercard 5 Club Premier Challenge 2025 is set to take place on 4 and 5 October at the Royal Colombo Golf Club, promising yet another exciting chapter in this much-anticipated golfing event.
1 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Financial institutions at crossroads: Redefining risk management in the age of climate change
THE recent flash floods in Uttarakhand, India where over 100 people went missing, are just one among thousands of climate-related disasters in recent years. For banks, the impact is direct washed-out assets, loan defaults, and rising credit risk. This is not tomorrow's threat; climate risk is already reshaping financial stability today. In the end, banks become the ultimate receivers of climate shocks, bearing the financial fallout of environmental catastrophes. Banking risk management is entering a new era. Traditional frameworks built around credit, market, liquidity, and operational risk are no longer sufficient to address the growing complexities of a changing world.
6 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Advantis - 3PL Triumphs with Dual Awards at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Awards 2025
ADVANTIS - 3PL, a subsidiary of Hayleys Advantis Limited, the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys Group, was recognised at the 2025 Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Awards as the winner in the Market Segment: Customer Service - Large Category and Continuous Improvement - Large Category.
3 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Fishing boat owner held over 700kg drug haul in Tangalle
POLICE have arrested the owner of a fishing boat in connection with the recent seizure of more than 700 kilograms of heroin and crystal methamphet amine (ICE) in Seenimodara, Tangalle.
1 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Upward momentum in Bond market continues
THE upward momentum in secondary Bond markets continued yesterday with rates rising for a third straight session.
1 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Advantis - Project Logistics Recognised at CILT Sri Lanka Awards 2025 for Continuous Improvement
ADVANTIS - Project Logistics, the end-to-end project logistics arm of Hayleys Advantis Limited, the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys Group, was recognised at the prestigious Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Awards 2025 in the Continuous Improvement category.
2 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Energy diplomacy: How Sri Lanka can bridge trade gap with United States
FOR Sri Lanka, the United States is more than just a trading partner.
9 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Dijital Team extends footprint to Kandy
DIJITAL Team recently marked a new milestone with the opening of its second office in Sri Lanka, located in Kandy.
1 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Retail Information Technologies unveils next-gen Al and smart retail solutions in Kandy
Retail Industry Technology Trends 2025 - Kandy edition presents advanced software portfolio
1 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
EFL 3PL Global Secures Dual Accolades at CILT Awards 2025 and Launches the Book "The Infinite Chain”: A Blueprint for Sri Lanka's Warehousing Future
EFL 3PL Global has reinforced its position as a leading logistics and supply chain solutions provider by securing two major accolades at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Awards 2025.
3 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Abolishing Executive Presidency; history repeats itself
OVER the last three decades in Sri Lanka, at almost every presidential election, the voters have been entertained by the pledge to abolish Executive Presidency by the prominent candidates in the fray only to go back on the promise once gaining power.
2 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Aitken Spence Logistics Wins Big at CILT Awards 2025
AITKEN Spence Logistics proudly emerged as a frontrunner at the CILT Awards 2025, securing the prestigious Sustainability Award and earning Runner-up in the Market Segment Customer Service category.
2 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
CSE extends rally to 13 sessions, ASPI within touching distance of 22,000 points
COLOMBO stock market continued its rally closing yesterday in green for the 13th consecutive session with ASPI within touching distance of the 22,000 points barrier.
2 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Smoke & Bitters climbs to No. 67 on World's 50 Best Bars List
HIRIKETIYA'S beloved Smoke & Bitters has once again put Sri Lanka on the global map, being named No. 67 on the recently announced World's 50 Best Bars extended list 2025.
2 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Construction PMI increases in August
SRI Lanka Purchasing Managers' Index for Construction (PMI-Construction) increased further in August 2025, as reflected by the total activity index which registered a value of 61.1 indicating a continuous expansion in construction activities.
1 min |
October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Anura, Mahinda, Premadasa: Who is progressive, who isn't and why?
legal, security and humanitarian con- cerns of Israel and Palestinian people need to be acknowledged.
10 min |
October 02, 2025
Daily FT
Three chambers legally challenge SVAT abolition
Free Trade Zone Manufacturers' Association, National Chamber of Commerce and Sri Lanka Chamber of Small and Medium Industries file writ application before Court of Appeal | Hold IRD move unlawful, unreasonable and violates Constitutional rights | Point to non-existing refund system, conditions of Risk- Based Refund Scheme not gazetted | Petitioners state represents entire export sector value chain, broader private sector community
2 min |
October 02, 2025
Daily FT
PRISL Awards 2025 applications open till 10 Oct.
THE Plastics and Rubber Institute of Sri Lanka (PRISL) has announced the extension of the deadline to apply for the PRISL Awards 2025, to 10 October.
1 min |
October 02, 2025
Daily FT
Balendra tells Japanese companies SL seeing economic revival; time to be part of next growth wave
Speaking at SL Business Forum in Tokyo explains why Sri Lanka is once again open and ready for business Says time is right for Japanese investors to be part of shaping Sri Lanka's next growth chapter Stresses SL is ideal gateway to South Asia and beyond and uniquely positioned to leverage India's rapid growth Lists opportunities in apparel, agri-exports, renewable energy, logistics, and IT services, where Sri Lanka's strengths align with Japan's expertise and global networks
4 min |
October 02, 2025
Daily FT
Hutch sole telecom brand to win at SLIM Digis 2.5; clinches 6 awards
HUTCH Sri Lanka recently won six awards at SLIM Digis 2.5, making it one of the most awarded brands at this year’s digital excellence forum.
1 min |
October 02, 2025
Daily FT
Current account surplus hits new peak at $ 2 b YTD
SRI Lanka's current account surplus expanded in the first eight months of 2025, reaching $2.04 billion on the back of stronger remittances, services and tourism earnings, and moderate export growth, even as the merchandise trade deficit widened, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) said.
3 min |
October 02, 2025
Daily FT
Kane continues scoring streak at Bayern
ENGLAND Captain Harry Kane continued his incredible goalscoring run with two goals as Bayern Munich crushed Pafos in the Champions League.
1 min |
October 02, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka Badminton Novices sets off in Ratnapura
THE Sri Lanka Badminton Novices Championship 2025 began in Ratnapura following the opening ceremony where top officials of Sri Lanka Badminton (SLB), the Regional Development Committee and Sabaragamuwa Province Badminton Association graced the occasion.
1 min |
October 02, 2025
Daily FT
Govt. to fast-track SL's consular and immigration services
THE Government is to fast-track passport processing for overseas applicants, more efficient handling of dual citizenship requests, and expanding digitalisation to streamline administrative procedures.
1 min |
October 02, 2025
Daily FT
Sampath Bank only banking case study in Kotler's 'Essentials of Modern Marketing' Sri Lankan edition
THE first-ever Sri Lanka edition of Essentials of Modern Marketing by Prof. Philip Kotler, developed in cooperation with Kotler Impact Inc. and Deyo Consultancy and Advisory, was officially launched at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel in Colombo recently.
1 min |