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The good hypocrite!
THIS is about Political Hypocrisy. It is also about our 'Leftist' President who has made a turn to the 'Right'. His 'Opponents' claim “they know better and could perform better'.
4 min |
April 24, 2026
Daily FT
People’s Bank presents 2025 Annual Report to President
PEOPLE’S Bank presented its 2025 Annual Report, themed “Rising Higher, Reaching Further”, to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, at the Presidential Secretariat, in the presence of several distinguished senior State officials.
1 min |
April 24, 2026
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Per capita GDP hits all-time high of $5,003 in 2025
SRI Lanka's per capita GDP at current market prices rose to an all-time high of $ 5,003 in 2025, extending the recovery from the contraction seen during the economic crisis.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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Nicotine products: Separating facts from fiction
TWO common characteristics of the twenty-first century smoker are: (1) they are well aware of the health-risks associated with their habit of choice; and (2) they have repeatedly tried to quit but somehow found themselves back at the mercy of a smoke.
3 min |
April 23, 2026
Daily FT
Western vortex, Indian incorporation, Anura’s alignment and Sri Lanka’s external relations
In a move of enormous geopolitical and history-making consequence, our neighbour India has readied to make itself a shareholder of this island’s citizenry and voting population, by deciding to fast-track the grant of Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards to Sri Lankan citizens, as in Mauritius.
10 min |
April 23, 2026
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Nimal takes over leadership of PRASL with a top team
Seeks due recognition of PR as a vital strategic communications discipline
2 min |
April 23, 2026
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CSE foreign outflow tops Rs. 25 b YTD
AFTER ending a 21-day selling spree on Tuesday, foreign investors were back as net sellers yesterday with a net outflow of Rs.2.52 billion mainly on trades in Softlogic Life, Ceylon Tobacco, and Hayleys Fabric.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
Daily FT
Laudate Dominum: Felicitation mass tomorrow to honour Francis D'Almeida
A remarkable legacy of music, mentorship, and unwavering dedication will be celebrated on 24 April from 6:00 p.m. onwards at All Saints’ Church, Borella as past choristers come together to honour one of Sri Lanka’s most respected choral figures, Francis D’Almeida
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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Dambulla qualify for NSL 4-day final
Thrash defending champs Galle by an innings
2 min |
April 23, 2026
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Treasury rocked by $ 2.5 m fraud
Funds part of $ 22.9 m external debt settlement due September 2025
4 min |
April 23, 2026
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KDU represents at Asian Rowing Cup 2026 in South Korea
KOTELAWALA Defence University (KDU) will field a strong 10-member rowing squad at the Asian Rowing Cup 2026, scheduled to be worked off from 24 to 26 April in Chungju, South Korea, with hopes of making a significant impact against some of Asia's top rowing nations in the Club segment.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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“La Bamba! The Song of Veracruz” promises vibrant, global theatre experience in SL
The five-member international cast shares insights to creative process, inspiration behind their roles, and their initial experiences of Sri Lanka
7 min |
April 23, 2026
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Taste of Malay Food Festival at Ramada Colombo
BOLD and authentic flavours of Malay cuisine will be the key attraction at the Taste of Malay Food Festival, Gardenia Coffee Shop at Ramada by Wyndham Colombo from 28 to 30 April from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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Mideast war takes toll on tea, March exports down 16% YoY
1Q export volume falls 4.5% YoY
2 min |
April 23, 2026
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Cabinet approves Rs. 356 m Kelani Valley Railway Line development project deal
THE Cabinet of Ministers this week approved the awarding of the extension of the Kelani Valley Railway Line from Avissawella to Ratnapura contract worth Rs. 356.22 million (exclusive of taxes) to Resources Development Consultants Ltd.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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Athapaththu returns from injury to lead Sri Lanka to series-levelling win
Bangladesh beaten by four wickets in second WODI
2 min |
April 23, 2026
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EPF assets rise 13.6% to Rs. 5 t in 2025
Asset growth of around Rs. 600 b YoY 75%
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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Inadequate LPG price hike compels poor to subsidise wealthy: Advocata
Retail LPG price remains below cost despite revision, creating pricing gap
2 min |
April 23, 2026
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Mastercard strengthens digital payments ecosystem with two major launches
New Soundbox and Cloud Commerce solutions make digital payments easier and more affordable for small businesses
2 min |
April 23, 2026
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Rs. 5 b Janashakthi IPO draws over Rs. 15 b in bids; heavy pro-rata cuts as demand tops 3x
JANASHAKTHI Ltd., (JXG) yesterday announced the basis of allotment for its Rs. 5 billion Initial Public Offering (IPO), which was oversubscribed by more than three times on its opening day on 9 April.
2 min |
April 23, 2026
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Treasury officially responds: Claims hackers behind theft of funds
Says disciplinary action taken against 'several' officials
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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Mideast war drives food, fuel and forex risks despite recovery: WFP
SRI Lanka's economic recovery is facing renewed pressure from the Middle East conflict, with rising fuel costs, disrupted supply chains, and potential shocks to remittances threatening to reverse gains in inflation and household welfare, according to the World Food Programme (WFP).
2 min |
April 23, 2026
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People's Bank donates Rs. 300 m to Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund
Financial support for housing project for families affected by Cyclone Ditwah
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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Cargills Food City wins SLIM Kantar People's Supermarket Brand for fifth straight year
Cargills Food City has been named the People’s Supermarket Brand of the Year 2026 at the SLIM Kantar Awards, marking a fifth consecutive year of recognition.
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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EPF equity portfolio value up 27% to Rs. 188.9 b in 2025
Market value rises by over Rs. 40 b YoY
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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Sri Lanka schools rugby begins today with high-octane Week 1
THE Dialog Schools Under-19 Rugby League 2026 kicks off today, ushering in one of the most anticipated events in the Sri Lankan sporting calendar, second only to national cricket in spectator appeal.
2 min |
April 23, 2026
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Yields broadly steady on conflicting geopolitical developments
T-Bill auction fully subscribed
1 min |
April 23, 2026
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Are banks making profits at the cost of the economy
Sri Lanka's banking sector posted Rs. 539.2 billion in pre- tax profits in FY2025 — 1.65% of GDP — even as households pawned gold to survive. This investigation examines who bears the cost
10+ min |
April 23, 2026
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Food Studio opens Primo and Smashy at Arcade Independence Square
FOOD Studio has expanded its footprint with the opening of Primo and Smashy at Arcade Independence Square, marking an important step in the company’s growth strategy as it takes two of its strongest concepts beyond traditional mall spaces.
2 min |
April 23, 2026
Daily FT
Lessons for financial sector from recent bank fraud
Internal controls, accountability and the real first line of defence
5 min |