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LEGENDS, HEROES, NATIONAL TREASURES🏏

Sanga is one of two gentlemen who have been LMD's Sri Lankan Of The Year twice over. He and Mahela are icons in the world of cricket.

WORLD BANK GROUP

Chiyo Kanda is the World Bank’s new Country Manager for Sri Lanka

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COVER STORY

BUSINESS SENTIMENT

Hot on the heels of a scathing review of the country’s monetary policy by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on 16 June, in response to the COVID-19

HAVE YOUR SAY

THE NEXT GOVERNMENT
What are the priorities for the post-election government?

EDITORIALS

THE GENERAL ELECTION

Sanuka Fernando2020-07-02T06:00:49+00:00

As was the case in the run-up to the November 2019 presidential election and earlier, there is a discernible rise in nationalist sentiment. The general election...

FOOD SECURITY

Sanuka Fernando No Comment2020-07-02T05:55:51+00:00

When islandwide curfews came into effect in Sri Lanka earlier this year amid concerns over the coronavirus outbreak, perhaps the main...

COVID-19 CLIFFHANGER

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:50:53+00:00

Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History of Time compresses several billion years of the universe’s existence into about 200 pages. What we are collectively...

WORKING FROM HOME

Sanuka Fernando No Comment2020-07-02T05:45:57+00:00

In 1964, Sir Arthur C. Clarke addressed developments that he believed would comprise the ‘day after tomorrow’...

CURRENT AFFAIRS

THE NEW NORMAL

Sanuka FernandoNo Comment2020-07-02T06:00:57+00:00

It seems that the COVID-19 pandemic has spared no one. The microscopic coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2, which has wreaked havoc across the world, has affected...

BLACK MONEY

Sanuka Fernando No Comment2020-07-02T05:55:05+00:00

Good leadership results in the success of a nation as much as an organisation. Unfortunately, if the leadership is corrupt, corruption becomes the norm across...

MODEL LEADERSHIP

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:50:07+00:00

It was American entrepreneur, author and motivational speaker Jim Rohn who once said that “a good...

SOUTH KOREA TODAY

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:45:09+00:00

A member of the G20, South Korea stands proud of its accomplishment as the world’s 12th largest economy. Despite its notorious neighbour North Korea...

BUSINESS FORUM

MONEY TALK

Sanuka Fernando2020-07-02T06:00:25+00:00

The banking sector was poised for an economic revival in 2020, coming out of two years of subdued economic growth coupled with the after-effects of the April 2019...

MOTOR INDUSTRY

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:55:28+00:00

Finding revenue to pay employees, persuading banks to provide working capital, managing supply chain disruptions as manufacturers are challenged to fulfill...

IT INDUSTRY

Sanuka Fernando No Comment2020-07-02T05:50:30+00:00

Sri Lanka’s level of IT security varies from one industry to another and between organisations as well. Many large enterprises have understood the importance...

HUMAN RESOURCES

Sanuka Fernando No Comment2020-07-02T05:45:34+00:00

A core partner cum adviser helping organisations achieve their business strategies through an in-depth understanding of people and operations...

BUSINESS AFFAIRS

INCLUSIVE SUSTAINABILITY

Sanuka FernandoNo Comment2020-07-02T06:00:00+00:00

A gender lens offers the benefits of diversity and inclusivity in sustainability initiatives, along with increased...

ENERGY OUTLOOK

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:55:02+00:00

The world is learning to live with less oil; and it may never look back. COVID-19 has added a massive layer...

INNOVATION HUBS

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:50:04+00:00

From small startups to massive conglomerates, no one has been spared the wrath of the COVID-19 pandemic...

FARMING SECTOR

Sanuka Fernando No Comment2020-07-02T05:45:05+00:00

Despite food being a basic necessity, hunger is among the world’s main problems. This is an era where we have conquered...

MANAGEMENT DIGEST

COVID-19 RESPONSE

Sanuka Fernando2020-07-02T06:00:44+00:00

The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the manner in which the corporate world operates...

MIND POWER

Sanuka Fernando No Comment2020-07-02T05:55:40+00:00

In today’s ‘always busy’ world, who has the time to sit and ponder? With various different issues vying...

DECISION MAKING

Sanuka Fernando No Comment2020-07-02T05:50:55+00:00

Making decisions whether in a personal or professional capacity can be a tedious task that’s fraught with risks and accountability...

EDUCATING SRI LANKA

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:45:37+00:00

The absolute necessity for curfews and then lockdowns at this critical juncture in global affairs...

TOP SHELF

YOUTH FORUM

Sanuka FernandoNo Comment2020-07-02T06:00:09+00:00

The diverse and rich culture, great history with commendable technology that surprises scientists even today, a geographical location...

LIFESTYLE

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:55:42+00:00

Visiting the tulip gardens in Keukenhof (Amsterdam) for the first time in 2015 – my wife had always wanted to go and we made the trip after 22 years of marriage...

BOOKRACK

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:50:40+00:00

The title isn’t impressive since it consists of only a single word – Educated. And even though the cover of the book simply shows an old photo of a child on a swing...

THE ROVING DIPLOMAT

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:45:46+00:00

After a somewhat crisis free period, the international arena appears to be on the verge of an upheaval due to US plans to attack Iraq. Envisaging an attack using...

MEDIA RELEASES

EMIRATES

Sanuka Fernando2020-07-08T13:11:12+00:00

Emirates SkyCargo will be operating scheduled cargo flights to 100 destinations across six continents during the month of July 2020. Some of the new cities...

SAMPATH BANK

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-08T12:56:47+00:00

Colombo July 07th, 2020: Continuing its winning streak for the 7th consecutive year, Sampath Bank was recognized as Sri Lanka’s ‘Best Retail Bank’ and...

WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-08T12:36:19+00:00

Talal Rafi has been nominated by the World Economic Forum as a Young Global Leader 2021. The mission of the Forum of the Young Global Leaders...

SIYAPATHA FINANCE

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-08T12:28:37+00:00

The 2019 financial year was characterized by a subdued overall economic growth as a result of several challenges faced by the country as...

KELSEY HOMES

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-08T12:23:08+00:00

7th July 2020, Colombo: Kelsey Homes, the pioneering real estate developer in Sri Lanka, is celebrating the resounding success of the...

ADITYA

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-07T11:56:51+00:00

July 08th, 2020 – Colombo Sri Lanka: The Best Luxury Hotel in Sri Lanka at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2019, Aditya is back to showcasing...

FASHION BUG

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-07T11:40:43+00:00

Sisu Dirimaga, the sustainability arm of Sri Lanka’s leading fashion retail chain, Fashion Bug has continued to uplift the educational aspects...

SAMPATH BANK

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-06T19:17:41+00:00

Colombo, July 06th, 2020: Sampath Bank recently conducted two webinars under its ‘Sampath Saviya’ entrepreneurship development...

COMMERCIAL BANK

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-06T19:04:41+00:00

The first local Bank to enter prestigious global list moves up 51 places in 2020 ...

JDC

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-06T18:58:27+00:00

Colombo, Friday 03rd July 2020: JDC Printing Technologies (Pvt) Ltd, a fully-owned subsidiary of Nawaloka Holdings recently introduced...

ROTARY SRI LANKA

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-06T18:49:49+00:00

July 2020, Colombo - Rotary Sri Lanka has always supported humanity in times of crisis with no exception to current biggest global crisis...

MOUNT LAVINIA HOTEL

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-06T12:36:38+00:00

The Mount Lavinia Hotel has come up with a very unique offer to honour front line heroes who are empathetically staking their lives to look after us...

PARTNER NEWS

ALLIANZ

Sanuka Fernando2020-07-08T13:04:27+00:00

COLOMBO / SINGAPORE, 2 July, 2020: Today, Allianz unveiled its latest Global Insurance Report, taking the pulse of insurance markets...

SLT

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-06T19:09:05+00:00

Contributing to the Government of Sri Lanka’s objective of promoting the retail operations in the country, Lanka Sathosa Limited partnered...

BOC

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-03T15:05:26+00:00

The Bank of Ceylon’s Southern Province successfully concluded the inauguration program on “Micro/ SME development loans” awareness...

PEOPLE’S BANK

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-03T14:25:34+00:00

1st July 2020, Colombo: As The Bank of the People, People’s Bank marks its 59th anniversary on the 1st of July...

LANKA CLEAR

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-03T14:08:01+00:00

LankaClear – the operator of LankaPay- Sri Lanka’s National Payment Network unveiled two new ground breaking initiatives towards making payments easier...

MOBITEL

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-01T10:42:31+00:00

Friday, 26 June 2020, Colombo: Showcasing the transformational potential of 5G Technology, Mobitel Sri Lanka’s National Mobile Service Provider powered...

LSEG

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-01T10:06:14+00:00

LSEG Technology was recently recognized among the top 10 best export brands in Sri Lanka by Brand Finance and LMD. Appearing in this prestigious...

SAMPATH BANK

Sanuka Fernando 2020-06-26T12:12:52+00:00

Colombo June 25th, 2020: Stepping up its assistance to businesses and individuals affected by the global health and economic crisis...

BOC

Sanuka Fernando 2020-06-23T16:57:48+00:00

Ranjith Kodituwakku has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer/ General Manager of People’s Bank with effect from June 19, 2020...

HNB

Sanuka Fernando 2020-06-22T11:16:58+00:00

In another major milestone for the domestic banking industry, HNB PLC was presented with the award for Best Sub-Custodian Bank...

HNB

Sanuka Fernando 2020-06-22T11:06:54+00:00

In an effort to finance a grassroots revival of the Sri Lankan economy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic...

BOC

Sanuka Fernando 2020-06-19T14:55:30+00:00

In line with the Government rapid development plans for SME, Agriculture and social development, the Bank of Ceylon will extend its facilities to number of selected ...

OPINION POLLS

BUSINESS SENTIMENT

Sanuka Fernando2020-07-02T06:00:48+00:00

Hot on the heels of a scathing review of the country’s monetary policy by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on 16 June, in response to the COVID-19...

THE ECONOMY

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:55:31+00:00

In recognition of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic that “may result in severe stress on economic and financial system stability in the period ahead,”...

BURNING ISSUES

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:50:35+00:00

Despite the extended curfew being by and large lifted, it is the impact of the coronavirus that’s cited as the most pressing issue for business in Sri Lanka...

CONSUMER CONFIDENCE

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-02T05:45:47+00:00

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ONLINE EXCLUSIVES

THE MALDIVES IS NOW OPEN TO TOURISTS

Kasun Basuriya2020-07-16T12:05:11+00:00

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UNITED KINGDOM TO FACE ‘EXPLOSIVE’ DEBT LEVELS

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-15T17:45:59+00:00

The UK must raise taxes or cut spending to steer the country away from an "explosive" debt path, the government's spending watchdog has warned...

VIRGIN ATLANTIC RESCUE SAVES THOUSANDS FROM JOB LOSS

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-15T11:36:26+00:00

Troubled airline Virgin Atlantic has finalised a rescue deal worth £1.2bn that should protect thousands of jobs...

THIRTY-THREE PERCENT OF COMPANIES ARE MOVING THEIR SUPPLY CHAINS OUT OF CHINA

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-14T17:35:42+00:00

Citing Covid-19 pandemic, rising tariffs, and Brexit, companies move their sourcing to Vietnam, India, and Mexico...

GOOGLE TO INVEST US$ 10 BILLION IN INDIA

Kasun Basuriya 2020-07-14T11:52:46+00:00

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FOUR VIEWS ON THE SHAPE OF GLOBAL COOPERATION IN THE TIME OF COVID-19

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-13T18:00:06+00:00

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HOW DOES A SUSTAINABILITY FOCUS HELP SRI LANKAN TOURISM?

Sanuka Fernando 2020-07-13T12:28:39+00:00

Tourism sustainability is an important pillar for the Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance and it is clearly highlighted as such in the Alliance’s Resilience Action...