Foreign Secy Misri meets Sri Lankan counterpart; reviews ties, regional and global issues of mutual interest
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India, Sri Lanka advance FTA talks during Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s visitIndia calls for early Provincial Council polls, full implementation of Tamil rights - dailymirror.lkseen 8 Aug, 20:58description edited
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The Sri Lanka Navy has initiated a rescue and assistance operation for an Indian fishing trawler that ran aground on a reef off Delft Island following adverse weather conditions while poaching in Sri Lankan waters. ..The Sri Lanka Navy has initiated a rescue and assistance operation for an Indian fishing trawler that ran aground on a reef off Delft Island while poaching in Sri Lankan waters. ..
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Colombo: Nine Indian fishermen were arrested and their trawler seized by the Sri Lankan Navy for allegedly engaging in illegal fishing in the island nation’s waters, authorities said Thursday. The fishermen were arrested near Urumalei Point in Talaimannar Wednesday night, the Navy said. Also Read Stormy Monsoon session ends; several bills passed without debate 2 […]Sri Lankan Navy arrests nine Indian fishermen for alleged illegal fishing, amid continuing tensions over maritime boundaries and the livelihoods of fishermen.
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Wed, 5 August 2026
7 reports- webindia123.com06:28first to report
- dailymirror.lk11:14
The Government will continue to prioritise investment in education despite Sri Lanka’s economic challenges, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister A.B.M. Ashraf said, stressing that the country’s future depends on developing its human capital. ..
- dailymirror.lk11:56
Sri Lanka and India exchanged agreements today on INR-denominated Lines of Credit for USD 350 mn, which form part of the USD 450 mn reconstruction package extended by India in the wake of Cyclone Ditwah. ..
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India, Sri Lanka advance FTA talks during Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s visitProvincial Council elections should be held at the earliest while constitutional provisions addressing the aspirations of the Tamil community should be fully implemented, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said during his official visit to Sri Lanka on Wednesday. ..
- beijingbulletin.com15:30
- ianslive.in16:24
Colombo/New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri reaffirmed India's unwavering commitment to Sri Lanka under India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and 'Vision MAHASAGAR' during his official visit to the island nation on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated as he concluded his flying visit to Colombo.
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Thu, 6 August 2026
10 reports- dailymirror.lk02:43edited after publishing
The Sri Lanka Navy has initiated a rescue and assistance operation for an Indian fishing trawler that ran aground on a reef off Delft Island while poaching in Sri Lankan waters. ..
- chennaionline.com03:09
India has asked Sri Lanka to work together to secure the early release of Indian fishermen and their fishing boats that have been detained by Sri Lankan authorities. The Indian government said the issue should be handled with a humanitarian approach, keeping in mind the livelihoods of fishing families who depend on the sea for their income.
- indiatimes.com04:37
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Sri Lankan leaders to review bilateral cooperation and projects. Agreements were finalized on social security and Indian Rupee-denominated credit lines for infrastructure. Discussions advanced updating the Free Trade Agreement and energy project implementation. Progress was noted on housing and disaster warning systems for Sri Lanka. Both nations affirmed commitment to security and a mutually beneficial development partnership.
- lankanewspapers.com09:03
Unions Sound the Alarm Over Proposed Changes to Employee Funds Trade unions across Sri Lanka have voiced strong opposition to what they describe as a…
- lankanewspapers.com09:05
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has intervened to block proposed changes to Sri Lanka's Anti-Corruption Act that would have restricted public access to…
- lankanewspapers.com09:06
Opposition Leader Joins Demonstrators Calling for Transparency in Israel Employment Scheme Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa met with a group of job…
- lankanewspapers.com09:08
For decades, Sri Lanka has competed aggressively for foreign direct investment, relying heavily on a familiar toolkit of tax holidays, duty exemptions, and an…
- lankanewspapers.com11:15
A landmark share transaction involving Commercial Credit and Finance PLC (COCR) has rewritten the record books at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), with a Rs.…
- calcuttanews.net18:30
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Fri, 7 August 2026
10 reports- lankanewspapers.com08:15
Sri Lanka has lost one of its most distinguished academic voices with the passing of Professor Wimal Dissanayake, a towering figure in the field of…
- lankanewspapers.com09:04
A 40-year-old man has been taken into custody by the Cinnamon Gardens Police after he was allegedly found filming the roads in the vicinity of two of Sri…
- lankanewspapers.com09:08
Member of Parliament Ramananthan Archchuna has taken the unusual step of publicly releasing what he claims are his official parliamentary salary slips for the…
- lankanewspapers.com09:10
Bourse Maintains Positive Trajectory The Colombo Stock Exchange continued its upward trend, with market activity remaining buoyant as diversified financial…
- lankanewspapers.com10:15
The Colombo High Court on Friday granted bail to former cabinet minister Lakshman Yapa Abeywardena, following the formal serving of an indictment against him.…
- lankanewspapers.com10:56
Sri Lanka has taken a significant legislative step forward as the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution has been officially gazetted, marking a key milestone in…
- lankanewspapers.com11:05
Government Moves Forward with Constitutional Reform The Sri Lankan government has taken a significant step in its constitutional reform agenda, officially…
- Times of India15:57
India are currently fifth in the WTC standings with a points percentage of 48.15, while Sri Lanka are sixth with 41.67. Both teams are still within reach of fourth-placed Bangladesh, who have a points percentage of 58.33.
- newkerala.com20:45
India and Sri Lanka agree to boost power sector ties, reviewing HVDC interconnection, Sampur Solar Project, and cross-border electricity trade for regional energy security.
- newkerala.com21:15
India and Sri Lanka review HVDC interconnection, Sampur Solar Project, and cross-border electricity trade to boost energy security and clean energy transition.
Sat, 8 August 2026
3 reports- thehindubusinessline.com05:11
India and Sri Lanka strengthen energy partnership, reviewing key power projects and enhancing cooperation in renewable energy and cross-border trade.
- dailymirror.lk16:04
India has handed over another consignment of Bailey Bridges, weighing more than 250 metric tonnes, to Sri Lanka as part of its ongoing assistance to the country. ..
- tamilguardian.com21:45
Mon, 10 August 2026
2 reports- ft.lk06:45
The European Union (EU) is one of Sri Lanka’s most valuable trading partners. This market supports billions of dollars in exports, thousands of businesses, and hundreds of thousands of jobs. It buys Sri Lankan apparel, rubber products, tea, and seafood. Much of this success relies on the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+). This scheme grants Sri Lanka duty-free access for many product ..
- newkerala.com11:45
Sri Lankan MP Elayathamby Sreenath offers prayers at Tirumala temple; India and Sri Lanka review power sector cooperation in New Delhi.
Thu, 13 August 2026
3 reports- orissapost.com08:43edited after publishing
Sri Lankan Navy arrests nine Indian fishermen for alleged illegal fishing, amid continuing tensions over maritime boundaries and the livelihoods of fishermen.
- indiatimes.com15:25
MADURAI: The Sri Lankan navy arrested 10 Tamil Nadu fishermen on Wednesday night on charges of crossing the international maritime boundary line. Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay has written to external affairs minister S Jaishankar seeking his intervention to secure the release of the arrested fishermen and their boat.
- indiatimes.com15:27
In a plea for immediate action, Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay of Tamil Nadu has called on the Centre to intervene diplomatically regarding the recent seizure of nine Indian fishermen and their vessel by Sri Lankan authorities. This incident is the second in August, heightening concerns among the coastal fishing community, who are growing increasingly anxious and threatening protests if the situation is not addressed promptly.
Fri, 14 August 2026
2 reports- ft.lk05:57
The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) has opened applications for the NCE Export Awards 2026, the country’s premier national awards program dedicated to recognising and honouring the best-performing exporters. ..
- ft.lk23:57
The Sri Lankan High Commission in the Maldives, in collaboration with CHEC Port City Colombo Ltd., hosted the Port City Colombo Investor Forum at the Barceló Nasandhura Malé on 10 August 2026, an invitation-only ..
Sat, 15 August 2026
1 report- ft.lk11:34
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has called for stronger price regulation in Sri Lanka, stressing the need to strengthen Lanka Sathosa and the cooperative movement as key market players. ..
Mon, 17 August 2026
1 report- ft.lk04:51
Sri Lanka is better positioned than during its 2022 economic crisis to absorb a fresh energy price shock from the Middle East conflict, although high oil prices continue to pose risks to inflation, reserves, and growth, Moody’s Ratings said. ..
Tue, 18 August 2026
1 report- ft.lk11:37
Sri Lanka’s next phase of economic integration with India will require more than another trade agreement: it will demand political champions, stronger negotiating capacity, institutional continuity and ..
Wed, 19 August 2026
2 reports- ft.lk04:44
It is a Friday afternoon at a bank branch somewhere in Colombo and the queue snakes past the pillars and out toward the door. ..
- ft.lk05:02
Colombo District land values rose by 5.9% year-on-year (YoY) in the first half of 2026, extending their post-crisis increase but at a markedly slower pace than during the height of Sri Lanka’s economic crisis in 2022-23, latest Central Bank data showed. ..
Thu, 20 August 2026
1 report- ft.lk06:45
The private sector yesterday welcomed the launch of Sri Lanka’s new interim tourism promotion, but called for rapid expansion to more source markets, stronger partnerships with tour operators and airlines, and rigorous monitoring of campaign performance. Speaking at the launch event yesterday, Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO) President Nalin Jayasundera described the ini ..
Fri, 21 August 2026
2 reports- ft.lk06:23
Despite its strategic location and strong legal foundations, Sri Lanka continues to face challenges in attracting foreign direct investment. The experience of the DIFC offers important insights. The DIFC is frequently described as a successful financial free zone, but its achievements extend far beyond tax incentives and commercial real estate. Its success is rooted in the creation of an integrate ..
- ft.lk06:29
I refer to the articles published in your esteemed paper. The blame has been disproportionately placed on the banking system, while the critical responsibilities of the Central Bank and Customs are being overlooked. The current crisis surrounding suspicious telegraphic transfers (TTs) involving 14 Banks only one exposed so far publicly by the media should not be treated simply as a banking-sector ..
Sat, 22 August 2026
8 reports- ft.lk01:10
The Government has made no decision to revive its shelved plan to lower the Value Added Tax (VAT) registration threshold from Rs. 60 million to Rs. 36 million in annual turnover, Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera told the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), as Opposition MP Ravi Karunanayake pressed the Government on widening the tax base. ..
- ft.lk01:23
The Government is confident Sri Lanka’s foreign reserves will reach the targeted $ 9 billion by end-2026, supported by rising worker remittances and measures to increase net foreign exchange inflows, Finance Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando told Parliament yesterday. ..
- lankanewspapers.com03:00
Sri Lanka has taken a proactive step towards attracting international capital by briefing foreign diplomatic missions on the upcoming Sri Lanka Economic…
- lankanewspapers.com03:04
Sri Lankan authorities have issued formal wanted notices for three Chinese nationals, signalling an active effort by law enforcement to locate the individuals…
- lankanewspapers.com03:06
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed authorities to take immediate preventive measures to safeguard the country's water resources before reservoir…
- lankanewspapers.com03:08
Sri Lanka has achieved a significant milestone in its agricultural export sector, successfully shipping its first-ever consignment of fresh pineapples to…
- ft.lk03:12
Sri Lanka has been reclassified as an upper-middle-income economy by the World Bank Group, according to its latest country income classifications released on 1 July 2026. ..
- dailyexcelsior.com22:30
COLOMBO, Aug 22: The United Nations today welcomed Sri Lankas decision to simplify immigration procedures to expedite the voluntary return of refugees from India who left the country without valid documents during its decades-long civil war. The Sri Lankan Government...
Sun, 23 August 2026
2 reports- lankanewspapers.com00:11
Government Opens Door for Returnees After Years of Displacement Sri Lanka has moved to ease the conditions under which refugees currently residing in India can…
- lankanewspapers.com00:15
Sri Lanka's fuel import expenditure has risen sharply, with the country spending approximately US$3.17 billion during the first six months of this year — a…
Mon, 24 August 2026
4 reports- ft.lk04:38
The White House’s ‘Great Transshipment Scam’ report released last week brands Sri Lanka a ’’Tier 3’’ risk economy despite conceding it presents no material evidence against the country. ..
- ft.lk05:48
Sri Lanka’s packaging industry is undergoing significant change as businesses face growing demands for sustainability, resource efficiency, innovation, technology and compliance with international market requirements. ..
- ft.lk05:57
The Government has advanced a key national digital transformation priority through the launch and handover of Decision Support Systems for the fisheries and plantation sectors under the Inclusive Digital Agriculture Transformation Program, known as IDAT. ..
- ft.lk05:59
The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) is inviting exporters, manufacturers, aspiring exporters and other businesses interested in expanding into the Indian market to join an overseas exporters’ delegation to New Delhi and Mumbai from 24 September to 1 October 2026. ..
Wed, 26 August 2026
3 reports- lankaweb.com23:00
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Sun, 30 August 2026
3 reports- lankanewspapers.com00:04
Seven fishermen from the Indian state of Tamil Nadu have returned to Chennai following the completion of their two-year prison sentences in Sri Lanka, bringing…
- lankanewspapers.com03:00
The sheer volume of investment and cooperation proposals exchanged between India and Sri Lanka in recent times tells a compelling story — one of two…
- lankanewspapers.com03:25
Sri Lanka has been stripped of its rights to host the inaugural ICC Women's Champions Trophy, with the International Cricket Council citing persistent concerns…
Mon, 31 August 2026
1 report- dailymirror.lk08:25
Sri Lanka Customs has exceeded its revenue target for August, achieving the target before the end of the month, according to Customs authorities. ..
Tue, 1 September 2026
2 reports- ft.lk04:15
Sri Lanka is seeking to turn its increasingly sophisticated digital-payment infrastructure into a wider engine of innovation, investment and economic growth, as Government and industry leaders look to ..
- ft.lk04:22
Sri Lanka is at an important crossroads in its economic recovery. Having gone through one of the worst financial crises in its history, the country is now trying to rebuild trust, restore stability, and set the stage ..
Wed, 9 September 2026
2 reports- lankanewspapers.com06:00
One of Sri Lanka's most anticipated sporting events is gearing up for a landmark edition, with more than 5,000 athletes expected to converge on Colombo for the…
- lankanewspapers.com06:02
A Landmark Decision Hidden in Plain Sight The Cabinet announcement of 24 August may have appeared, at first glance, to be just another routine administrative…
Sat, 12 September 2026
1 report- english.news.cn03:45
Chinese, Sri Lankan media professionals eye more exchanges to facilitate bilateral ties-
Fri, 18 September 2026
2 reports- ft.lk21:39
The 10 MW/40 MWh Battery Energy Storage System in Anuradhapura was connected to Sri Lanka’s national electricity grid on September 18 under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. ..
- lankaweb.com23:45
Mon, 21 September 2026
1 report- travelweekly.com.au02:14
Tue, 22 September 2026
3 reports- lankanewspapers.com12:03
Sri Lanka is unable to provide subsidies exclusively to the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) due to binding commitments made during the country's 2022…
- lankanewspapers.com12:05
Sri Lanka has awarded a major infrastructure contract worth over $40 million to a Chinese company for the construction of a jet fuel pipeline connecting…
- lankanewspapers.com12:06
Market Bounces Back From Early Losses The Colombo Stock Exchange staged a commendable recovery on Tuesday, shaking off an early session slump to close in…
Wed, 23 September 2026
2 reports- srilankamirror.com05:15
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Mission Chief for Sri Lanka, Evan Papageorgiou, and accompanying representatives of the IMF met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Parliament yesterday (Sep. 22). The key objective had been sharing the experience and outcomes of Sri Lanka’s IMF-supported programme, with special emphasis on its seventh review. The Prime Minister […]
- Channel News Asia05:57
Thu, 24 September 2026
1 report- South China Morning Post11:15
Sri Lanka’s main opposition took to the streets on Thursday to protest against judicial reforms, including raising the retirement age for judges, that the government says are needed to reduce legal delays. Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa told thousands of supporters outside parliament that the legislation proposed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s left-wing administration would “annihilate” judicial independence. The government unveiled two bills last month to increase the number of...
Sun, 4 October 2026
1 report- dailymirror.lk14:40
Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath has denied claims that the United States pressured Sri Lanka over the provision of supplies to Iranian vessels stationed in international waters near the island. ..
Mon, 5 October 2026
9 reports- Channel News Asia04:02
- dailymirror.lk06:30
Sri Lanka should take a leaf from India’s Dr Manmohan Singh era. When India faced a near-existential balance-of-payments crisis in 1991, it turned to the IMF but Dr Manmohan Singh did not allow the IMF programme to become the country’s economic strategy. ..
- dailymirror.lk06:32
Economic policies in Sri Lanka are going to be the subject of much discussion over the next six months. The Government will present the budget next month. The four-year IMF programme will come to an end in March 2027. ..
- dailymirror.lk06:41
Amid growing concerns over the presence of Iranian vessels anchored off Sri Lanka’s territorial waters, the government has assured that no decision detrimental to the country will be taken regarding the vessels. ..
- dailymirror.lk06:45
Sri Lanka’s free trade zone manufacturers (FTZMA) have called for Budget 2027 to make earning and retaining foreign exchange a national priority, proposing a mechanism to turn viable business ideas into projects, a tax credit for foreign investor reinvestment and upgrades to export zone infrastructure. ..
- dailymirror.lk06:48
The government last week signed agreements securing US$ 22.44 million in grants from the European Union and Japan alongside a US$ 35 million concessional loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for a rooftop solar and grid modernisation project that introduces virtual net metering to the country for the first time, the Finance Ministry said. ..
- dailymirror.lk06:50
Sri Lanka’s licensed finance companies more than doubled their borrowings to over Rs.1 trillion in the 12 months to end-June 2026, turning to wholesale funding as deposit mobilisation failed to keep pace with an almost 48 percent expansion in a loan book dominated by vehicle financing and gold-backed lending, the latest Central Bank data showed. ..
- dailymirror.lk06:56
In response to a query whether concerns had been raised regarding Iranian vessels stranded off Sri Lankan waters, the U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka, while asserting that substance on the private diplomatic communications would not be commented on, said the United States is working with allies and partners to close off avenues for ’illicit Iranian revenue’, and raise global awareness of the risks o ..
- dailymirror.lk07:00
The Sri Lanka Police appeared to be in disarray, with the decision to transfer top-ranking police officers being subsequently cancelled, Opposition MP Ajith P. Perera alleged yesterday. ..
Tue, 6 October 2026
1 report- srilankamirror.com09:45
As part of the overall bilateral partnership on digitalization and engagements on emerging areas such as Artificial Intelligence, a delegation comprising Dr. Sanjay Bahl, Director General, CERT-India and Mr. Amit Shukla, Joint Secretary (Cyber Diplomacy), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India visited Colombo for first cyber consultations. During the visit, the delegation called on […]
Fri, 9 October 2026
2 reports- ft.lk04:03
By Nisthar Cassim Encouraged by the resilience and rebound, as well as the growing acceptance of its expertise, global giant Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is keen to help businesses grow, thereby contributing to nation-building in Sri Lanka. This vision was shared by BCG Asia Pacific Chairman Yasushi Sasaki and India Head, Managing Director and Senior Partner Rahul Jain, who are in Sri Lanka alo ..
- ft.lk05:53
Sri Lanka has formally reopened its offshore waters to international oil and gas exploration. On 25 August 2026, the Government, through the Petroleum Development Authority of Sri Lanka (PDASL), launched the Sri Lanka Licensing Round 2026 (SL2026-01), offering four exploration blocks in the Mannar Basin to qualified international energy companies. It sends the clearest signal yet that Sri Lanka in ..
Sat, 10 October 2026
8 reports- lankanewspapers.com00:01
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) parliamentarian Jagath Vithana has launched a sharp critique against the Metro bus service, raising concerns over what he…
- lankanewspapers.com00:06
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has sounded the alarm over the deepening financial hardship faced by ordinary Sri Lankans, revealing that citizens pawned…
- lankanewspapers.com00:08
Sri Lanka has formally assured India that its soil will not be permitted to be used in any manner that could threaten or undermine New Delhi's security…
- lankanewspapers.com00:09
Sri Lanka's external economy has shown continued strength, with foreign worker remittances surging past USD 734 million in September 2026, reflecting the…
- lankanewspapers.com03:05
Diplomatic Pressure Mounts as Iranian Ships Remain Stranded Off Sri Lankan Waters Iran has issued a firm reminder to Sri Lanka's National People's Power (NPP)…
- lankanewspapers.com03:08
Sri Lanka has formally welcomed observations made by India's Supreme Court regarding the longstanding Katchatheevu island issue, signalling a positive…
- thepeninsulaqatar.com17:24
Colombo: Sri Lanka s cabinet has approved several education reform proposals, including a revised national curriculum framework and a student assessme...
- lankanewspapers.com21:00
A New Ambassador for Sri Lanka on the World Stage Sri Lanka has a powerful new voice in the global tourism arena. Nimesha Premachandra, who holds the…
Sun, 11 October 2026
1 report- Times of India16:36
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has stressed that his country will not allow its territory for hostile actions. He reiterated the commitment to a non-aligned foreign policy amid the US-Iran conflict and rejected military requests from both sides. Dissanayake emphasized humanitarian assistance will be provided if needed. Security cooperation with India was also reaffirmed during a recent meeting with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
Wed, 14 October 2026
5 reports- lankanewspapers.com06:03
Beyond the Monthly Transfer: A New Vision for Sri Lankan Expats For decades, Sri Lanka has leaned heavily on its overseas workers to prop up the economy…
- lankanewspapers.com06:04
Sri Lanka's landmark debt restructuring process has been recognised by the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four (G24) as a significant shift in how sovereign…
- lankabusinessonline.com09:15
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- colombogazette.com09:15
The High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Australia, Yasoja Gunasekera, visited the University of Canberra (UC) on 8 October 2026 to explore opportunities for expanding academic, technological and research partnerships between Sri Lanka and Australia. During the visit, the High Commissioner met with the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Canberra, Bill Shorten, and discussed strengthening institutional links, collaborative research and student exchange opportunities between Sri Lankan universitie
- lankabusinessonline.com09:15
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Thu, 15 October 2026
1 report- wsws.org06:00SEP (Sri Lanka) public meeting: Two years of JVP/NPP rule—a regime of IMF austerity and big business
The SEP and IYSSE in Sri Lanka will hold a public meeting entitled “Two Years of JVP/NPP Rule: A Regime of Big Business and IMF Austerity” on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at the Colombo Public Library Auditorium.
Sat, 17 October 2026
3 reports- Channel News Asia09:26
The country was without grid power for more than two hours on Saturday (Oct 17), with no clear timeline for when electricity would be restored.
- srilankamirror.com12:00
All three generators at the Norochcholai Power Plant have reportedly been shut down. The situation has arisen due to the sudden power outage currently affecting the country.
- srilankamirror.com12:00
A sudden power outage has been reported in several areas of the Colombo District in the Western Province. The unexpected outage has affected several areas, including Borella, Rajagiriya, Battaramulla, Pelawatte, Kotte, Maharagama and Nugegoda.
Sun, 18 October 2026
1 report- lankaweb.com22:45
Mon, 19 October 2026
2 reports- colombogazette.com12:30
Sri Lanka’s Securities and Exchange Commission said it hosted international securities regulators in Colombo from 13 to 16 October for discussions on cross-border investigations, information sharing and securities-market misconduct. The meetings at Hilton Colombo brought together approximately 50 senior representatives from regulators and exchanges, according to the SEC. Participants represented jurisdictions including Australia, Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Can
- colombogazette.com12:30
Sri Lanka presented investment projects in energy, tourism, technology and other sectors at the Selangor Investment and Industrial Park Expo in Malaysia, according to the country’s High Commission. The sixth edition of SPARK took place at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from 14 to 17 October. Sri Lanka’s High Commission in Malaysia participated with support from the Board of Investment, presenting a portfolio described as ready-to-invest projects. The projects covered energy, tourism and l
Wed, 21 October 2026
1 report- lankabusinessonline.com12:45
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Thu, 22 October 2026
1 report- dailymirror.lk14:56
Sri Lanka and Romania have discussed strengthening cooperation on the welfare and protection of approximately 26,000 Sri Lankans living and working in Romania, including through Government-to-Government recruitment arrangements. ..