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Contract to Dev BESS in Kolonnawa Substation

COLOMBO (News 1st): Cabinet approval has been granted to award the contract for the Kolonnawa Grid Substation Upgrade Project, which includes the deve...

03-11-2026 | 6:54 PM

Sampath Manamperi Case Verdict on Nov 13

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Colombo High Court today fixed November 13 as the date to deliver its verdict in the case filed against a group of accused, in...

03-11-2026 | 4:41 PM

Five Dead in Separate Sri Lanka Road Accidents

COLOMBO (News1st): Five people have lost their lives in a series of road accidents reported from several parts of the country.Police said a motorcycli...

03-11-2026 | 4:21 PM

Population Shift Could Reshape the Economy

COLOMBO (News 1st); While much of South Asia is still enjoying the economic benefits of a large and expanding workforce, Sri Lanka is rapidly approach...

03-11-2026 | 3:47 PM

Yoshitha Denies Charges in Money Laundering Case

COLOMBO (News1st): The amended indictment sheet in a money laundering case filed over undisclosed bank deposits exceeding Rs. 59 million was read to Y...

03-11-2026 | 12:28 PM

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Innovate, But Don't Risk SL's Financial System

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka's financial future will be shaped by technology, innovation and new digital solutions, but not at the expense of stability, trust and consumer protection, Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe declared as he addressed the Sri Lanka FinTech Festival 2026 on Tuesday (3).Delivering a strong message to innovators, financial institutions and technology providers, the Governor said the Central Bank welcomes the op...

03-11-2026 | 5:56 PM

Brain Drain Isn't the Real Problem, Says WB

COLOMBO (News 1st); The World Bank says countries such as Sri Lanka should focus on creating opportunities and incentives for skilled workers rather than trying to prevent migration, arguing that outward migration should not be viewed solely through ...

03-11-2026 | 4:26 PM

New Revenue Strategy Aims to Widen Tax Net

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Sri Lankan Government has unveiled the objectives of its Medium-Term Revenue Strategy (MTRS) for 2027-2031, setting out an ambitious roadmap aimed at strengthening tax collection, broadening the tax base and supporting long-te...

03-11-2026 | 3:54 PM

Brain Drain Isn't the Real Problem, Says WB

03-11-2026 | 4:26 PM

New Revenue Strategy Aims to Widen Tax Net

03-11-2026 | 3:54 PM

Local News

Order on Namal Rajapaksa’s Bail Today

COLOMBO (News1st); A decision on MP Namal Rajapaksa’s bail application in the Krrish deal case is set to be announced this afternoon. MP Namal Rajapaksa was brought to the court premises by Prison authorities earlier this morning.The bail application, submitted on the grounds of his parents' il...

03-11-2026 | 11:49 AM