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Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise 4.6% to $6.9 billion in August

Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise 4.6% to $6.9 billion in August

September 9, 2026
India’s Economic Rise Creates New Opportunities for Sri Lanka as Rajnath Singh Highlights Expanding Bilateral Ties

India’s Economic Rise Creates New Opportunities for Sri Lanka as Rajnath Singh Highlights Expanding Bilateral Ties

September 8, 2026
German Company Launches Rocket as Europe Enters Satellite Race

German Company Launches Rocket as Europe Enters Satellite Race

September 8, 2026
More Than 60 Armed Conflicts Push World Into Dangerous Territory

More Than 60 Armed Conflicts Push World Into Dangerous Territory

September 8, 2026

Met Department Issues Amber Advisory Over High Waves Along Sri Lankan Coast

Sep 26, 2026 1 month ago 1 min read
Met Department Issues Amber Advisory Over High Waves Along Sri Lankan Coast

COLOMBO, September 26, 2026 — The Department of Meteorology has issued an “Amber” advisory for high waves covering sea areas from Chilaw to Pottuvil, including…

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Fairway Expands East Coast Footprint with Trincomalee Beach Resort Takeover

Sep 25, 2026 1 month ago 4 min read
Fairway Expands East Coast Footprint with Trincomalee Beach Resort Takeover

TRINCOMALEE, September 25, 2026 — Fairway Holdings is expanding its presence in Sri Lanka’s tourism industry with a long-term hotel management agreement for Trincomalee Beach…

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Netanyahu Defends Israel’s Military Actions as Dozens of UN Delegates Walk Out

Sep 25, 2026 1 month ago 4 min read
Netanyahu Defends Israel’s Military Actions as Dozens of UN Delegates Walk Out

NEW YORK, September 25, 2026 — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Israel’s military actions in Gaza and against Iran during a speech to the…

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CSE Ends Lower as Dialog Axiata and Richard Pieris Weigh on Indices

Sep 25, 2026 1 month ago 3 min read
CSE Ends Lower as Dialog Axiata and Richard Pieris Weigh on Indices

COLOMBO, September 25, 2026 — Sri Lankan equities ended the session in negative territory as selling pressure on key counters including Dialog Axiata, Richard Pieris…

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Expressway Revenue Loss Tops Rs. 4.6 Billion as Audit Flags Major Financial and Control Gaps

Sep 25, 2026 1 month ago 4 min read
Expressway Revenue Loss Tops Rs. 4.6 Billion as Audit Flags Major Financial and Control Gaps

COLOMBO, September 25, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s expressway network suffered more than Rs. 4.6 billion in revenue losses over a period of four years and…

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Crypto Cannot Be Used for Domestic Payments, CBSL Governor Says
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Crypto Cannot Be Used for Domestic Payments, CBSL Governor Says

November 4, 2026

COLOMBO, November 4, 2026 — Digital assets cannot be used for payments between residents under Sri Lanka’s current legal framework,…

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India’s defence minister Rajnath Singh to visit Sri Lanka today
September 8, 2026

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to arrive in…

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ECONOMY
Sri Lanka’s debt down in US$, GDP terms despite up in rupee : Deputy FinMin
September 8, 2026

Sri Lanka’s debt burden measured in both debt-to-gross domestic product…

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ECONOMY
In El Nino-hit Sri Lanka, wells run dry and farmer incomes shrink as drought deepens
September 8, 2026

GALWELA YAYA, Sri Lanka Sept 3 (Reuters) – For the…

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BIZ BREAKING

Crypto Cannot Be Used for Domestic Payments, CBSL Governor Says

Crypto Cannot Be Used for Domestic Payments, CBSL Governor Says

November 4, 2026
CAL Signs Deal to Acquire 51% of Hong Kong Fund Manager Asia Frontier Capital

CAL Signs Deal to Acquire 51% of Hong Kong Fund Manager Asia Frontier Capital

November 3, 2026
Sri Lanka’s Exports Hit Record US$1.38 Billion, but September Current Account Posts US$128 Million Deficit

Sri Lanka’s Exports Hit Record US$1.38 Billion, but September Current Account Posts US$128 Million Deficit

November 2, 2026

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BUSINESS

JKH’s Attributable Profit Surges 213% to Rs. 5.17 Billion in Q2; PBT Reaches Rs. 7.95 Billion

JKH’s Attributable Profit Surges 213% to Rs. 5.17 Billion in Q2; PBT Reaches Rs. 7.95 Billion

November 4, 2026
Hayleys Solar Inaugurates Two Kosgama Projects with Combined Capacity of 5 MW

Hayleys Solar Inaugurates Two Kosgama Projects with Combined Capacity of 5 MW

November 3, 2026
Home Lands Showcases Sri Lankan Property Investment Opportunities in Ottawa

Home Lands Showcases Sri Lankan Property Investment Opportunities in Ottawa

November 2, 2026

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ECONOMY

LAUGFS Seeks Temporary Hambantota Terminal Access as Three LPG Shipments Due in November

LAUGFS Seeks Temporary Hambantota Terminal Access as Three LPG Shipments Due in November

November 4, 2026
CPC Raises Petrol and Diesel Prices; Lanka IOC Matches Two Fuel Rates

CPC Raises Petrol and Diesel Prices; Lanka IOC Matches Two Fuel Rates

November 2, 2026
Apparel Exports Rise 3.47% in September, but Nine-Month Earnings Remain 5.52% Lower

Apparel Exports Rise 3.47% in September, but Nine-Month Earnings Remain 5.52% Lower

October 30, 2026

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MARKETS

ASPI Falls 10.97% in Ten Months as October Wipes Rs. 441 Billion Off Market Value

ASPI Falls 10.97% in Ten Months as October Wipes Rs. 441 Billion Off Market Value

November 2, 2026
CSE Recovery Enters Third Session as ASPI Jumps 297 Points Above 20,250

CSE Recovery Enters Third Session as ASPI Jumps 297 Points Above 20,250

October 30, 2026
Colombo Stocks Rise as Banking and Telecom Gains Lift Turnover Above Rs. 2.2 Billion

Colombo Stocks Rise as Banking and Telecom Gains Lift Turnover Above Rs. 2.2 Billion

October 29, 2026

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NATION

Cabinet Approves Rs. 3.33 Billion to Restore Cyclone-Damaged Roads

Cabinet Approves Rs. 3.33 Billion to Restore Cyclone-Damaged Roads

November 4, 2026
Fuel Import Costs Up 50%, Limiting Price Relief Despite Rs. 57 Billion Subsidy Allocation: Minister

Fuel Import Costs Up 50%, Limiting Price Relief Despite Rs. 57 Billion Subsidy Allocation: Minister

November 3, 2026
Centrum Air Connects Tashkent and Mattala with Twice-Weekly Direct Flights

Centrum Air Connects Tashkent and Mattala with Twice-Weekly Direct Flights

October 30, 2026

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World

Oil Prices Rise After Reported US Strike on Iran’s Qeshm Island

Oil Prices Rise After Reported US Strike on Iran’s Qeshm Island

November 3, 2026

Tucker Carlson Warns of Possible Nuclear Strike on Iran Within Days — Markets and Energy Supply at Risk.

November 2, 2026
Oil Hits Six-Month High as Hormuz Tanker Attack Deepens Iran Escalation Fears

Oil Hits Six-Month High as Hormuz Tanker Attack Deepens Iran Escalation Fears

October 31, 2026

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