Newspaper
Daily FT
AKD unveils recovery blueprint, spending plan
REJECTING calls to present an interim Budget to deal with the post-Ditwah recovery, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday told Parliament that the Government has presented a Rs. 50 billion supplementary estimate to finance urgent disaster relief, with another to be presented for Rs. 500 billion in January 2026.
3 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
No home advantage for clubs in future
Matches to be played at neutral venues Preparation of pitches and ground to be supervised by SLC Five-year plan to improve quality of domestic cricket
3 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Lungi puts Sri Lankan flavours on global map with back-to-back Michelin honours
SRI Lanka’s culinary identity has reached a proud global milestone as Lungi, the South Indian-Sri Lankan restaurant on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, secures the 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand Award, following its first win in 2024.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Mrs India Pride of the Nation makes international debut in Sri Lanka
Season 7 Grand Finale to illuminate Colombo on 11 December 2025, marking a historic first for India's most inspiring pageant
2 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Over 25,000 tourists arrive amidst and post-Cyclone Ditwah
OVER 25,000 tourists have arrived amidst and post-Cyclone Ditwah prompting officials to express confidence that the country's resilience despite natural disasters bodes well.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Daily FT-ICCSL webinar today on “A Roadmap for Service Transformation”
THE Daily FT – ACCA and The International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka (ICCSL), together with WIM, The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors, MBA Alumni Association of the University of Colombo, The University of Buckingham, BIMT Campus and Deyo, will be conducting a webinar today titled “A Roadmap for Service Transformation’ from 4.00 p.m. onwards.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
ADB approves $ 100 m support to strengthen power sector reforms
THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $ 100 million policy-based loan to further support Sri Lanka in strengthening its power sector.
2 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
The admirable adaptability of trees
Trees also have skin. It is called bark Trees contain much liquid inside, as we do in our bodies A break in the tree bark is as uncomfortable as a wound is for humans Trees shed large amounts of skin cells In Central Europe there are no old growth natural forests where trees can boast a great age Generally in Europe trees are aged around two and three hundred years
4 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Children, women need special focus in aftermath of Ditwah devastation
IT is children and women who suffer disproportionately at the time of a crisis including during the time of natural disasters such as the one that has impacted the country.
2 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Nissanka announces his arrival by smashing 81 off 42 balls
SRI Lanka's most consistent opener Pathum Nissanka marked his debut in the International League T20 for Gulf Giants with a masterclass knock of 81 off 42 balls inclusive of 6 fours and 4 sixes against MI Emirates at Dubai on Thursday.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Apparel sector activates industry-wide relief, recovery effort
THE Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) has announced that the industry has activated a coordinated response to safeguard communities affected by the severe weather conditions across Sri Lanka.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Beyond the rain: Systemic lessons from the Ditwah catastrophe
CYCLONE DITWAH TOLL CLIMBS: 474 DEAD, 366 MISSING DMC Update (10 AM, 3rd December): Adverse Weather Continues, Recovery Ongoing
3 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Gangaramaya Temple donates Rs. 30 m to 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund
AS a contribution to the Government's 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' fund established to provide relief to those affected by Cyclone Ditwa, the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo has donated Rs. 30 million.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
SLT-Mobitel calls for public support to keep Sri Lanka connected
SLT-MOBITEL urgently requests the public not to remove or cut the SLT-Mobitel Fibre and Copper cables that may be lying on the ground following the recent extreme weather conditions.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Vilochana strikes first century as Tier B 3-day gets underway
FORMER Nalanda College cricketer Rusiru Vilochana struck the first century on the opening day of the Tier B 3-day tournament when he scored an undefeated 120 for Sebastianites against Leo CC at Salawa Army ground, Kosgama yesterday.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
England face Ashes battle despite Gabba fightback
England produced a floodlit fightback late on day two of the second Test against Australia, but still face a huge bat tle to stay alive in the Ashes after missing five chances at the Gabba.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
High powered delegation of Indian IT CEOs in town
A high powered delegation of Indian IT CEOs led by NASSCOM President Rajesh Nambiar is visiting Colombo from 4-6 December.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
UAE extends urgent humanitarian aid to flood-stricken Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's Ambassador to United Arab Emirates Arusha Cooray expresses deep appreciation to President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, senior officials and multiple organisations
2 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Putin expresses condolences to SL
RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin has expressed sincere condolences over the numerous human casualties and the extensive destruction caused by the floods and landslides in Sri Lanka.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Technology cannot save us when mother earth decides our fate
ONE week seems a very long time to learn that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a redundant nonentity when it comes to dealing with the wrath of nature in real time.
5 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
President calls for permanent housing solutions in high-risk disaster-prone areas
Instructs officials to gather accurate data for effective compensation disbursement Calls for long-term solutions to avoid repeat disaster-related housing damage Initial estimates show over 1,200 homes destroyed, 44,500 partially damaged
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
South Korea provides emergency relief to Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah
IN response to the severe impact caused by the tropical cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka, the Government of the Republic of Korea has committed an amount of $ 500,000 to provide emergency relief for the affected communities across the island.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
JXG's Holistic Leadership Summit 2025 champions blueprint for corporate steadiness and human-centred growth
IN a world increasingly defined by volatility and rapid change, JXG (Janashakthi Group) recognises leadership as a shared journey of growth, authenticity, and collective purpose.
2 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Cross-party Opposition MPs visit cyclone-hit Kandy district
A cross-party group of Opposition MPs recently visited the Kandy District, the area hit hardest by the recent extreme weather.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Santani Foundation presents “Gurukulaya”
Documentary as part of vital Samula heritage festival - celebration of traditional Sri Lankan dance
3 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
People's Bank partners Western Provincial Council to offer concessional MSME loans
PEOPLE’S Bank and the Western Provincial Council have signed an agreement to provide concessional loan facilities to Micro and Small Entrepreneurs in the Western Province at a low interest rate of 3%.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Abans sustains unbeaten run in MCA D division 50 Over League
ABANS Group has maintained their unbeaten status by crushing Power Hand Plantations by 100 runs and thus advanced to the Semi Finals in the 6th Ceylon Biscuits Ltd., sponsored “CBL Munchee Trophy” MCA D division 50 Over League Tournament 2026 at
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
Naina Thambi sworn in as Member of Parliament
NAINA Thambi Marrikkar Mohamed Thahir was sworn in yesterday as a Member of the 10th Parliament before Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
PM thanks diplomatic community for swift response, flags ongoing post-flood challenges
THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism yesterday hosted a special briefing for Sri Lanka’s diplomatic community, chaired by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya alongside Minister Vijitha Herath.
1 min |
December 06, 2025
Daily FT
India rushes critical infrastructure, medical support, and drinking water
INDIA continues to expand its comprehensive support to Sri Lanka with critical infrastructure assistance, and safe drinking water initiatives, while continuing rescue and relief operations, reinforcing recovery and rebuilding the cyclone-affected areas under Operation Sagar Bandhu.
2 min |