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Sri Lanka revised down 2026 tourist arrival, revenue targets

Number of high end tourists fell after Middle East escalation in the first quarter

August 20, 2026 2 min read

NYNE Hotels launches destination wedding offerings in Bentota, Sri Lanka

With different spaces and experiences for each part of the celebration, the company said.

August 20, 2026 3 min read

Sri Lanka approves Rs25.6bn deal with Maga Engineering for Sethsiripaya III

Construction began in 2021 and advanced until three floors were completed before economic disruptions forced a halt.

August 20, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka launches $4.5mn interim tourism push

August 19, 2026 3 min read
Sri Lanka can unlock export growth through agribusiness: IPS study

High value and export-oriented agribusiness: Unlocking agrifood sector potential in Sri Lanka - New IPS publication

GS1 Lanka drives Sri Lanka’s shift to 2D barcodes

Unlike a conventional barcode used at checkout, a GS1 QR code can connect consumers to a wider range of product info

UN research vessel completes marine survey of Sri Lanka waters

Research vessel Dr Fridtjof Nansen completes marine scientific survey in Sri Lankan waters and departs Colombo

May 8, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka construction activity expands at slower rate in March 2026: PMI

Respondents reported a challenging operating environment, mainly due to limited availability of fuel and raw materials,

May 5, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka in land acquisition phase for Kelani Valley line: Minister

In the stage of identifying and acquiring lands

May 5, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka awards Rs1.46bn vehicle tenders to United Motors, Toyota, and DIMO

For Wildlife Conservation, minister says

May 5, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 24.8-pct in April as conflict continues

Total arrivals dropped to 135,643 from 174,608 in the same time last year, official data showed.

May 4, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka urged to include apartment buyers as creditors in bankruptcy law

"In the case of the current law, only banks are considered as creditors,"

May 4, 2026 1 min read

Cultus, AWS launch free upskilling drive to tackle Sri Lanka’s job readiness gap

In partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS)

May 1, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka paddy farmers get fertilizer vouchers from FAO

FAO delivers fertilizer support to cyclone-affected paddy farmers in Anuradhapura

April 29, 2026 2 min read

Singer Sri Lanka buys ACME factory for Rs630mn

Entered into a sale and purchase agreement with ACME Printing and Packaging to buy its factory in Piliyandala

April 29, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka to construct 1,000 temporary residences for cyclone victims

6,088 houses were completely destroyed during the cyclone, and 115,179 partially damaged, Jayatissa said.

April 28, 2026 1 min read
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Sri Lanka looks for investors for Maradana land

Land to be used for a new invention/information technology-related, mixed development project

April 28, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka, China agree for joint initiatives on tourism under BRI  

Sri Lanka has been in the process of boosting more tourists from China

April 27, 2026 3 min read

Sri Lanka tech firms net $2mn in prospects in Tokyo

Sri Lanka ICT companies participate at Japan IT Week 2026

April 27, 2026 2 min read

Deloitte Sri Lanka urges businesses to view transfer pricing as strategy

Unlocking value in Sri Lanka’s knowledge and innovation sector

April 27, 2026 4 min read

Asia could face increased food-cost pressures amidst prolonged US-Iran war: Fitch

The Gulf region produces much of the world’s fertiliser as natural gas is an important feedstock.

April 24, 2026 4 min read

Resources Development Consultants gets Rs356mn railway feasibility study contract

Tender for consultancy services for feasibility study and preparation of plans for extension of Kelani Valley line

April 22, 2026 1 min read

Don Bosco Institute contributes to Sri Lanka's economy with higher skill levels

Most DBI graduates have secured jobs before graduation ceremony

April 19, 2026 3 min read

Sri Lanka March tourism revenue plummets 37 pct as ME escalation bites

The revenue is down 15 percent in the first quarter

April 18, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka state bus service earns Rs1bn as rail remains unrepaired during key holiday

Major lines like the upcountry line are unrepaired 5 months after being damaged during Cyclone Ditwah

April 16, 2026 1 min read

Australia, Sri Lanka central bank grow MSMEs' financial literacy

Skills for Inclusive Economy (S4IE) program designed to reach more entrepreneurs across the island

April 9, 2026 1 min read