Sri Lanka under compulsion for yet another IMF programme – top economist

07 May 2026

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The fallout of the Middle East war is bearing on the economy of Sri Lanka in multiple ways, and the country is in a spot, being unable to reach the desired targets.

India-Sri Lanka land bridge: time for wavering over: Indian envoy

05 May 2026

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Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha renewed the call for the need to build a land link between Sri Lanka and India and said the time for wavering is over.

Sri Lanka still in talks with China to purchase fuel under G2G deal

04 May 2026

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Sri Lanka is still having discussions with China to purchase fuel under a government to government agreement at market rates, Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Minister Anura Karunathilake said yesterday.

US $ 2.5 million cyber theft:

Did the Finance Ministry ignore prior warning?

04 May 2026

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The US $ 2.5 million cyber theft has taken place at the Finance Ministry despite prior warning about such suspicious transactions by some external parties, according to what transpired during the meeting of the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) in the parliamentary complex last week.

US $ 3.7 billion Sinopec investment still in limbo

01 May 2026

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The government will take at least another couple of months to decide on the proposed Sinopec Oil Refinery Project in Hambantota, which is the largest single Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Sri Lanka’s history, a Minister said.

OCI extension to fifth, sixth generation: India’s soft power in action

01 May 2026

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During the recent visit of Indian Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, the two countries witnessed the use of India’s soft power diplomacy, as he announced the extension of Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) benefits to the fifth and sixth generations of Sri Lankans of Indian origin. The Malaiyaga Tamil community, commonly known as estate Tamils, is set to be the core beneficiary of this initiative, as they form the bulk of Sri Lankans of Indian o

US$ 2.5 mn cyber theft: Sri Lanka wakes up only after Australia alerts

30 Apr 2026

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Sri Lankan authorities became aware of a US$ 2.5 million cyber theft only after Australian authorities flagged a delay in a debt servicing payment owed to them, an opposition MP familiar with the process said, raising serious concerns about systemic lapses in financial oversight.

America’s FBI affirms, reaffirms Zahran as mastermind behind Easter Sunday attacks - Udaya Gammanpila

30 Apr 2026

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Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) leader Udaya Gammanpila released his book titled In Search of a Mastermind recently, rebuffing the conspiracy theories related to the ‘so called elusive mastermind’ of the Easter Sunday attacks. He argues that Zahran Hashim who led the serial bombings on the day is the mastermind, and conspiracy theory does not hold water. Excerpts of the interview:

US $ 2.5 million cyber heist

Investigation is Sri Lanka’s, Australia will consider further assistance if asked: HC

28 Apr 2026

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In response to a question about the ongoing investigation into the US 2.5 million cyber heist, Australian High Commissioner Matthew Duckworth said it is Sri Lanka’s investigation and Australia would consider any request for further assistance if requested.

SL requires 17 agencies for solar clearance, India has none- Expert

28 Apr 2026

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Director General of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), Ashish Khanna, who was in Sri Lanka recently, spoke to the Daily Mirror on the future of solar energy utilisation in the country and the plans put in place for it. Excerpts of the interview:

Who received US $ 2.5 million in cyber theft? Central Bank probes

27 Apr 2026

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The Financial Intelligence Unit of the Central Bank is investigating what account US $ 2.5 million was transferred to following the breach of the computer system of the Finance Ministry , Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said yesterday.

US $ 2.5 million cyber heist comes under IMF watch

25 Apr 2026

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The theft of US $ 2.5 million by cybercriminals who breached the computer systems of the Finance Ministry has come under the spotlight of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which is closely watching the situation, a spokesperson said.

US $ 2.5 million Cyber theft

Australian officers currently assisting investigations in SL

25 Apr 2026

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Australian officers are currently assisting with Sri Lanka’s investigation into the incident in which cyber criminals stole US $ 2.5 million after breaching the computer systems of the Finance Ministry, according to Australian High Commissioner Matthew Duckworth.

Sri Lanka chooses Chinese currency to pay for Russian oil transactions

23 Apr 2026

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Sri Lanka, which is planning to purchase crude oil from Russia, has agreed to settle payments in Chinese Renminbi (RMB), newly appointed Energy Minister Aruna Karunatilake said.

Trincomalee energy hub back in focus as Sri Lanka deals with fallout from Middle East war

22 Apr 2026

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As the Middle East conflict disrupts global energy markets, the long-dormant Trincomalee Oil Tank Farm project has shifted from a conceptual strategic goal to an urgent national security priority.

Sri Lanka to retain QR fuel system indefinitely amid global oil uncertainty

21 Apr 2026

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Against the backdrop of fluctuating global fuel prices, Sri Lanka has decided to continue with the QR code system for the rationalisation of fuel distribution indefinitely, an official said.

Indian VP’s visit goes beyond ceremonial protocols

21 Apr 2026

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Indian Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan visited Sri Lanka from April 19 to April 20, 2026.

Will Kumara Jayakody’s resignation trigger a Cabinet reshuffle?

20 Apr 2026

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A Cabinet reshuffle becomes inevitable if President Anura Kumara Dissanayake picks someone from the current board of Ministers to fill the Energy Ministry portfolio that fell vacant after the resignation of Kumara Jayakody from the post.

Trinco energy hub:

Project complex with significant financial outlays - Indian Foreign Secretary

20 Apr 2026

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Asserting that there is no further time to lose on strategic projects such as the Trincomalee energy hub, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said yesterday that although a timeline has not yet been established, discussions are in progress, given the complexity of the project and its significant financial outlays.

India extends OCI eligibility to sixth generation of Indian-origin Sri Lankans

20 Apr 2026

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In what appears to be a major bonanza for Sri Lankan Tamils of Indian origin, India has extended eligibility for the Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card to the fifth and sixth generations.