Book Review: Ibn Battuta in Sri Lanka
January 11. 2024 (LBO) - When a dear friend mentioned to me that a prominent professor had recommended she read a recent book on Ibn Battuta in Sri Lanka, I …
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President Commemorates Sir Arunachalam on 100th Death Anniversary
January 10, 2024 (LBO) - President Ranil Wickremesinghe was the chief guest at the commemoration event of the 100th death anniversary of Sir Ponnambalam …
Sri Lanka – USA Business Council Elects Charithra Hettiarachchi as President for 2023/2024
The Sri Lanka – USA Business Council (SLUSABC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce elected Charithra Hettiarachchi, Chief Operating Officer of WICHY Plantation …
United States International Development Finance Corporation CEO Scott Nathan Visit to Sri Lanka
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Scott Nathan will visit Colombo to participate in a launch event for a …
Dr. Melanie Ratnam, First Tamil Canadian Woman to be recognized for Canada’s Women’s History Month 2023
In October 2023, Woman and Gender Equality (WAGE) Canada recognized Dr. Ratnam as part of Women's History Month, an annual celebration highlighting the …
Sujeewa Lal Dahanayake elected as President-Elect at OPA AGM
Attorney-al-Law Sujeewa Lal Dahanayake was elected as the President-Elect at the Organization of Professional Associations (OPA) at the Annual General Meeting …
Industry Leader Sujeewa Mudalige retires after an illustrious career in professional services
PwC Sri Lanka today announced the retirement of its Territory Senior Partner, Sujeewa Mudalige, effective October 27, 2023, after serving the firm for over 25 …
Harsha proposes tax reforms to relieve burden on middle class and professionals
MP Harsha de Silva's Tax Reform Proposal: Simplify PAYE tax structure and introduce surcharge.Surprising Revenue Figures: PAYE collection surpasses …
Iranian President proposes early convening of Joint Economic Commission
President Ranil Wickremesinghe met with Ebrahim Raisi, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran on the sidelines of the UNGA in New York yesterday (20/09). …
Eran asks, Can politicians always deceive the people?
Looking back at the recent history of Sri Lanka, the Rajapaksas have deceived this country and the people for power, over and over, using different tactics. In …
Thriving on TikTok: A soul laced with dance
In a digital age where everyone is showcasing their unique personalities, there are a few who stand out with exceptional talent. TikTok's dance community is a …
Remembering Amal Sanderatne
July 24, 2023 (LBO) - Amal Sanderatne, CEO and founder of Frontier Research, was a person whose intellect and work I admired. In remembrance, below is a …
Tribute: My Close Association with Merrill J. Fernando
July 20, 2023 (LBO) - By: Ranjit Hulugalle Below are some anecdotes from my close association with Merrill Fernando, especially in the UK between 2000 and …
Tushara Jayaratne appointed Deputy Director General of SEC
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) announces the appointment of Tushara Jayaratne as the Deputy Director General of the SEC. With a …
Harsha De Silva appointed new Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance
As per the President's recommendation, Opposition Parliamentarian Dr. Harsha De Silva has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Committee on Public …
Bringing Swiss Precision to Killinochchi Agriculture
By Jekhan Aruliah I first met Kamilton Arumugam and Lieke Schroder by mistake. We met at my place in Jaffna about a project a mutual friend thought we had a …
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce appoints Buwanekabahu Perera as new CEO
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce announces the appointment of Buwanekabahu Perera as the new Secretary General/Chief Executive Officer. He takes over from …
New members appointed to National Procurement Commission & Finance Commission
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has made appointments to the National Procurement Commission and the Finance Commission. On the recommendation of the …
Women’s Day, Strength and Knowledge through Togetherness
By Jekhan Aruliah “Every day is women’s day” snorted my female friend in Colombo irritably responding to my question over the phone from Jaffna whether …
Tribute: Dinesh Schaffter (1971-2022)
December 20, 2022 (LBO) - There is a sadness that has permeated Sri Lanka’s business community and my circles of friends in the last few days, as we try and …