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Experts outline policy choices as Govt. faces toughest test to fiscal discipline yet
SRI Lanka's hard-won fiscal stability could face its toughest test yet as the ongoing Middle East conflict pushed global oil prices above $ 100 per barrel, with economists warning that maintaining fiscal discipline will depend on preserving costreflective energy pricing and carefully managing price shocks.
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March 10, 2026
Daily FT
The impact of inadequate infrastructure on commercialisation of business innovations
ENTREPRENEURSHIP is considered the key invest driver of economic development and employment generation, while innovation is considered the backbone of entrepreneurship.
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March 10, 2026
Daily FT
Oil price surge exposes Sri Lanka to inflation, tourism risks: Frontier Research
SRI Lanka faces renewed economic risks from the sharp rise in global oil prices as the escalating conflict in the Middle East threatens energy supply routes and increases costs for fuel-importing economies, Frontier Research said.
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March 10, 2026
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Trading suspended in Pakistan Stock Exchange as market plunges
THE week began yesterday on a grim note at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), as escalating Middle East tensions triggered a massive sell-off, sending the benchmark index plunging by more than 9,000 points in early trading.
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March 10, 2026
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SL surpasses 600,000 tourist arrivals but March lags
SRI Lanka's tourism sector has crossed the 600,000 visitor mark for 2026, maintaining overall growth momentum despite a sudden slowdown in early March caused by the escalating conflict in the Middle East and widespread disruptions to global aviation routes.
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March 10, 2026
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BOI to hold 'Invest in Sri Lanka' Forum on 30 March
THE Board of Investment (BOI) Sri Lanka will host the Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2026 as the Government seeks to highlight the country's improving macroeconomic conditions and ongoing policy reforms to international investors.
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March 10, 2026
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CEB Rs. 20 b debenture liability transferred to Electricity Distribution Lanka
CEB says operations ceased from yesterday; assets, liabilities and functions transferred to six new entities. | Debentures with 9.35% coupon mature on 15 April 2026. | CEOs appointed to three of six entities; over 2,000 CEB employees accept VRS.
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March 10, 2026
Daily FT
TISL seeks RTI answers on coal procurement amid allegations of irregularities
TRANSPARENCY International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday said it has sought information from several public authorities regarding the procurement of coal for the Norochcholai Lakvijaya Coal Power Plant.
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March 10, 2026
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Gross reserves top $ 7.28 b in February
GROSS official reserves topped $ 7.28 billion as of end-February, up from $ 6.8 billion a month earlier, latest Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) data showed, which includes a swap with the People’s Bank of China for about $ 1.4 billion.
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March 10, 2026
Daily FT
Oil soars past $ 100 a barrel, stocks plunge as US-Israel war on Iran rages
Gold market value rises above India, UK GDPs combined
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March 10, 2026
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Gambhir reveals key behind India's T20 World Cup success
INDIA coach Gautam Gambhir has revealed the fearless plan that helped deliver an unprecedented third title for his country at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
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March 10, 2026
Daily FT
Panic selling, rising oil prices drive CSE down 3.5% to below 22,000 points
THE Colombo stock market yesterday opened the week in panic mode on the back of global oil prices surging above 25% to $ 115 a barrel driven by the Mideast conflict.
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March 10, 2026
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NDB Wealth hosts investor forum in Kandy
Sharing Horizons
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March 10, 2026
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Sajith urges Indian Ocean to remain peace zone
OPPOSITION Leader Sajith Premadasa has called for the Indian Ocean to remain a zone of peace, urging all parties involved in the ongoing conflict to exercise restraint as tensions rise in waters close to Sri Lanka.
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March 10, 2026
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Commercial Bank takes state-of-the-art banking to Kaluwanchikudy
COMMITTED to delivering convenient banking solutions for all, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has expanded its footprint to Kaluwanchikudy, with the opening of its newest branch in this scenic coastal town southeast of Batticaloa in the Eastern Province.
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March 10, 2026
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Lewke heads XV coaching unit
New name, new view but same great spirit, say promoters
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March 10, 2026
Daily FT
Efforts of EFC lead to relaxing night work restrictions in residential hotels to support tourism
SRI Lanka has seen a strong surge in tourism in recent years, with the country becoming a popular destination for international travellers and recording a steady rise in tourists arrivals.
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March 10, 2026
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Kandy Myst by Cinnamon celebrates first anniversary
KANDY Myst by Cinnamon recently celebrated its first anniversary, marking a year as Kandy's contemporary hospitality destination that brings energy, culture, and lifestyle experiences to the city. Opened on 12 February 2025 through a partnership between Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts and Indra Traders Ltd, the hotel blends hospitality expertise with local insight to deliver a modern, energetic and lifestyle driven offering.
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March 10, 2026
Daily FT
Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka leads national dialogue on fire safety in buildings
A national responsibility Sri Lanka can no longer ignore
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March 10, 2026
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CIC Holdings, Regnis Appliances, Hayleys Group and IFS R&D win
15TH MCA G DIVISION T20 LEAGUE TOURNAMENT
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March 10, 2026
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Thailand Week 2026 concludes with strengthened trade ties
THAILAND Week 2026, a three-day business opportunity fair, concluded yesterday at Havelock City Mall following a successful exhibition that focused on strengthening the economic and cultural bonds between Sri Lanka and Thailand.
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March 10, 2026
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The evidentiary lock-out: A global outlier and a death knell for Sri Lankan tax justice
THE cornerstone of any civilised legal system is the right to a fair hearing, a principle known as natural justice.
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March 10, 2026
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US-Israeli strikes targeted at least 6,668 civilian units: Red Crescent
AT least 6,668 civilian units have been targeted in US-Israeli attacks since the beginning of the war on 28 February, according to Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) statistics cited by the Fars news agency.
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March 10, 2026
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SMEs and the digital divide
Evaluating the socioeconomic risks of technological stagnation in small and medium sized enterprises
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March 10, 2026
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Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei as new supreme leader after father's killing
IRAN has named Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader, about a week after the assassination of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in joint United States-Israeli strikes that have plunged the entire region into a sprawling war.
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March 10, 2026
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Damitha Jayawardana appointed Acting CEO of Kerner Haus
KERNER
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March 10, 2026
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Thema Collection gets recognition at ITB Berlin
Amba Yaalu Kandalama secures Gender Equality Champion Award
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March 10, 2026
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Humanity before geopolitics: Sri Lanka's rescue decision and spirit of non-alignment
Sri Lanka's decision to provide humanitarian assistance to Iranian naval personnel following the recent maritime incident in the Indian Ocean reflects one of the finest traditions of the country's foreign policy.
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March 10, 2026
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Bakmedeniya wins RCGC conducted NCG Monthly Medal
THE March Monthly Medal conducted at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) and sponsored by NCG produced impressive scoring across several competitive divisions, with over 280 golfers teeing off in one of the club's most popular monthly events.
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March 10, 2026
Daily FT
Raisina Dialogue furore
IN an international forum what matters is not superlative oratory. What matters is effective communication and not linguistic gymnastics.
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