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Sri Lanka private sector urges renewable energy push amid fossil fuel risks

Energy sector stakeholders identify priorities to accelerate Sri Lanka's renewable energy transition

July 20, 2026 3 min read

Sri Lanka’s Excello launches solar‑powered residential project

Rising eight storeys high, Aathavan by Excello comprises 44 units engineered in a range of versatile configurations

July 18, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka plans 4 development projects in Kandy to ease traffic congestion 

July 17, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka to recruit 30,000 teachers to fix shortages

Around 180,000 qualified candidates sat for the competitive recruitment examination held in May.

July 17, 2026 1 min read
Sampath Bank drives regional vehicle leasing at Sri Lanka motor show

Wayamba Motor Show & Kedalla Trade Fair Kurunegala

Sri Lanka, Brazil to sign agreement to implement sugarcane project

Sri Lanka originally entered into a basic Technical Cooperation Agreement with Brazil on September 16, 2008

Sri Lanka to host global apparel confab - Cascale Forum

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January 18, 2026 2 min read

FAO launches US$16.5mn appeal for Sri Lanka

Immediate early recovery support is critical to prevent long-term losses, deeper food insecurity and increased reliance

January 16, 2026 1 min read

Permia Sensing wins UAE FoodTech Challenge with Sri Lanka-tested tech

Each of the four winning companies receives 500,000 US dollars and support to pilot and scale solutions in the UAE

January 16, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka chamber announces National Business Excellence Awards 2026

Applicants will undergo a meticulous evaluation process

January 16, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka eyeing foreign labour as construction recovery triggers 20,000 shortfall

"There a large number of youth in villages waiting for jobs. On the other hand there are vacancies in the construction"

Ranul Seneviratne
January 16, 2026 3 min read

Sri Lanka to meet investors ahead of Canwill Holdings sale

The Pre-EOI Meeting will be held virtually on January 21 at 12 pm (Sri Lanka time).

January 15, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka tea prices down on Iran, High Growns recover some losses

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January 14, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka offers Pelwatte Sugar premises for tourism venture

Proposal to call for expressions of interest from suitable investors to public private partnership

January 13, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka banks pay Rs3.8bn to run forex counters at airport

The cabinet has approved 6 banks to run forex counters at the Bandaranaike International Airport arrivals terminal

January 13, 2026 1 min read

Geospatial AI fellowships from US to Sri Lanka state officials and undergraduates

Deadline runs out on January 16

January 13, 2026 2 min read
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Sri Lanka postpones Grade 6 education reforms to 2027 amidst uproar

After public outcry over a gay adult content site being included in an English text book

January 13, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka planning to re-start Krrish tower, stalled eyesores

These include the Destiny Mall & Residency project in Slave Island with Pakistani investment, Kumudu Lal said.

January 12, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka December tourism revenue down 14.8 pct after survey change

Arrivals in 2025 saw 15.1-pct rise compared to previous year

January 10, 2026 2 min read

Turkish Airlines upgrades Colombo flight to A350-900 aircraft

The upgrading comes with the start of peak tourism season in Sri Lanka

January 9, 2026 1 min read

India to rebuild Sri Lanka's cyclone hit bridges spending $30mn

We will also commence the restoration work on the Northern railway line

January 8, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka apparel exports gain tariff-free access to UK from Jan 1

Manufacturers can now source up to 100% of materials globally while maintaining zero UK tariffs.

January 8, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka, European Union sign 8mn euro grant agreement

Will support Sri Lanka’s transition "to more sustainable and environmentally responsible agricultural practices

January 7, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka Police to get 350 Harbour View apartments

Housing project, consisting of 14 floors with 452 housing units, at Cyril C Perera Mawatha, Colombo 13

January 6, 2026 1 min read

Sri Lanka to conduct ‘leakage survey’ to determine accurate tourism revenue

Sri Lanka has revised down per day tourist spending to UAD 148 from 171 after surveys

January 6, 2026 2 min read

Sri Lanka awards licence plate tender to South Asian Technologies

Sri Lanka's vehicle registration system has been in crisis for months, with delays in providing plates

January 6, 2026 1 min read