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The ne .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Abu-Dhabi-fund-backs-Adani-investments-Lanka-and-Tanzania-port-contracts/44-769972" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Abu Dhabi fund backs Adani investments; Lanka and Tanzania port contracts </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:09</p> <p class="paratext">Abu Dhabi’s sovereign fund, International Holding Company (IHC), which manages assets worth about $ 100 billion globally and has invested $ 1.7 bill .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/CSE-ends-week-on-mixed-note/44-769893" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">CSE ends week on mixed note </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:12</p> <p class="paratext">The Colombo stock market ended the week yesterday on a mixed note with moderate turnover. The benchmark ASPI closed with 24 points higher or 0.19% a .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/IMF-confirms-no-changes-to-Wickremesinghe-era-agreement-Marikkar/44-769891" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_d4e9c5de09.jpg" alt="IMF confirms no changes to Wickremesinghe-era agreement: Marikkar"> <h3 class="newsch">IMF confirms no changes to Wickremesinghe-era agreement: Marikkar </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:08</p> <p class="paratext">Recalls current Govt. portrayed IMF agreement as a destructive policy that would harm the public and promised to overhaul certain terms in favour of t .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/THASL-Chief-calls-for-policy-reforms-amid-mounting-challenges/44-769889" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_d1699efb0e.jpg" alt="THASL Chief calls for policy reforms amid mounting challenges"> <h3 class="newsch">THASL Chief calls for policy reforms amid mounting challenges </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:04</p> <p class="paratext">The Hotels Assoc-iation of Sri Lanka (THASL) President M. Shanth-ikumar on Thursday delivered a candid assessment of the country’s tourism sector at .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Bogollagama-woos-Marks-Spencer-UK-to-expand-supply-chain-from-Sri-Lanka/44-769887" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_4948ca2425.jpg" alt="Bogollagama woos Marks & Spencer-UK to expand supply chain from Sri Lanka"> <h3 class="newsch">Bogollagama woos Marks & Spencer-UK to expand supply chain from Sri Lanka </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:00</p> <p class="paratext">Sri Lanka High Commissioner in the United Kingdom Rohitha Bogollagama this week met Marks & Spencer (M&S) Chairman Archie Norman and impressed upon hi .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/People-s-Bank-achieves-Rs-272-2-b-consolidated-gross-income-in-9-months/44-769878" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_b628ca4059.jpg" alt="People’s Bank achieves Rs. 272.2 b consolidated gross income in 9 months"> <h3 class="newsch">People’s Bank achieves Rs. 272.2 b consolidated gross income in 9 months </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 02:13</p> <p class="paratext">People’s Bank, yesterday announced its financial results for the nine months period ended 30 September 2024. The bank reported total consolidated op .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Tourist-arrivals-top-156-000-in-first-26-days-of-November/44-769876" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_84cbd891ea.jpg" alt="Tourist arrivals top 156,000 in first 26 days of November"> <h3 class="newsch">Tourist arrivals top 156,000 in first 26 days of November </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 02:11</p> <p class="paratext">Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals have shown strong growth, rising 18% year-on-year (YoY) in the first 26 days of November with 156,174 visitors register .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/SLPA-takes-measured-approach-towards-Adani-s-Colombo-port-deal/44-769874" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">SLPA takes measured approach towards Adani’s Colombo port deal </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 02:10</p> <p class="paratext">The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) has affirmed its commitment to maintaining stability regarding the Colombo West International Terminal project, l .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Digital-Marketing-Association-announces-new-leadership-and-strategic-roadmap-for-2025/44-769856" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_c85a69e107.jpg" alt="Digital Marketing Association announces new leadership and strategic roadmap for 2025"> <h3 class="newsch">Digital Marketing Association announces new leadership and strategic roadmap for 2025 </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 00:53</p> <p class="paratext">The Digital Marketing Association of Sri Lanka (DMASL) announced its new Executive Committee (ExCo) and Board of Directors for the 2024/2025 term foll .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Admiral-Chawla-highlights-strategies-for-thriving-blue-economy/44-769850" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_5b984198f4.jpg" alt="Admiral Chawla highlights strategies for thriving blue economy"> <h3 class="newsch">Admiral Chawla highlights strategies for thriving blue economy </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 00:38</p> <p class="paratext">Indian Navy’s former Vice Admiral Anil Kumar Chawla on Tuesday delivered a compelling keynote address on the importance of maritime security and eco .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/ComBank-ranked-Strongest-Bank-in-Sri-Lanka-in-TAB-Global-1000-strength-index-2024/44-769849" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_4cda842a45.jpg" alt="ComBank ranked Strongest Bank in Sri Lanka in TAB Global 1000 strength index 2024"> <h3 class="newsch">ComBank ranked Strongest Bank in Sri Lanka in TAB Global 1000 strength index 2024 </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 00:37</p> <p class="paratext">The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has once again been assessed as the “Strongest Bank in Sri Lanka”, taking its place in a prestigious global ranking .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> <div class="">  <header > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Port-City-Colombo-woos-public-with-variety-of-lifestyle-leisure-entertainment-experiences/44-769846" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_06eb78a3fe.jpg" alt="Port City Colombo woos public with variety of lifestyle, leisure, entertainment experiences"> <h3 class="newsch">Port City Colombo woos public with variety of lifestyle, leisure, entertainment experiences </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 00:35</p> <p class="paratext">Port City Colombo, a visionary multi-service Special Economic Zone and master-planned city, is inviting the local community to partake in an assortmen .. </p> </div> </a> </header> </div> </div> <div class="col-xl-6 d-none d-lg-block" > <div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Key-political-leaders-highlight-tourism-s-role-in-economic-recovery-at-Amari-Hotel-launch/44-769977" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Key political leaders highlight tourism’s role in economic recovery at Amari Hotel launch </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:20</p> <p class="paratext">The grand opening of the Amari Hotel in Colombo brought together key political leaders and industry stakeholders highlighting tourism’s vital role i .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Corporates-empower-university-students-with-exposure-to-cyber-security/44-769975" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_1d855ff5f0.jpg" alt="Corporates empower university students with exposure to cyber security"> <h3 class="newsch">Corporates empower university students with exposure to cyber security </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:13</p> <p class="paratext">A host of corporates came forward to empower over 100 students from State universities with the latest knowledge and insights to cyber security at the .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Union-Bank-CEO-denies-online-media-reports/44-769973" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Union Bank CEO denies online media reports </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:12</p> <p class="paratext">Union Bank of Colombo PLC Chief Executive Officer Dilshan Rodrigo categorically denied the allegations in online media stating that they are entirely .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Rise-of-floating-voters-key-to-political-renewal-of-Sri-Lanka/44-769936" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_a2c5b82f02.jpg" alt="Rise of floating voters: key to political renewal of Sri Lanka"> <h3 class="newsch">Rise of floating voters: key to political renewal of Sri Lanka </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 00:00</p> <p class="paratext">Recent Presidential and Parliamentary elections in Sri Lanka reveal a clear and growing trend: a significant portion of the electorate now comprises .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Construction-sector-sees-rebound-in-Oct/44-769892" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Construction sector sees rebound in Oct. </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:10</p> <p class="paratext">Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI – Construction) rebounded in October 2024, recording a Total Activity Index value of 54 .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/CCPI-based-headline-inflation-remains-negative-in-Nov/44-769890" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">CCPI-based headline inflation remains negative in Nov. </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:06</p> <p class="paratext">In line with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s (CBSL) near term projections, headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (YoY) change in the C .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Colombo-West-International-Terminal-to-receive-major-equipment-boost-with-arrival-of-new-cranes/44-769888" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_74127bc4e2.jpg" alt="Colombo West International Terminal to receive major equipment boost with arrival of new cranes"> <h3 class="newsch">Colombo West International Terminal to receive major equipment boost with arrival of new cranes </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:02</p> <p class="paratext">Colombo West International Terminal (CWIT), one of the premier terminals under development in Sri Lanka, is on track for planned development with the .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Moody-s-Ratings-places-Sri-Lanka-on-review-for-upgrade/44-769879" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Moody’s Ratings places Sri Lanka on review for upgrade </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 02:14</p> <p class="paratext">Moody’s Ratings (Moody’s) has placed the Government of Sri Lanka’s Ca long-term foreign currency issuer rating on review for upgrade. Previously .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/President-and-World-Bank-Chief-chart-development-path-via-virtual-meeting/44-769877" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_866888aa90.jpg" alt="President and World Bank Chief chart development path via virtual meeting"> <h3 class="newsch">President and World Bank Chief chart development path via virtual meeting </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 02:11</p> <p class="paratext">President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and World Bank Group (WBG) President Ajay Banga convened a virtual meeting on Wednesday to discuss Sri Lanka’s de .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/RTI-Commission-delivers-landmark-judgement-on-BOC/44-769875" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">RTI Commission delivers landmark judgement on BOC </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 02:10</p> <p class="paratext">Orders State owned entity to disclose details related to awarding of ATM and IT contracts to former Chairman’s private company .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Ambeon-Capital-brings-down-nearly-30-fund-managers-from-Germany/44-769873" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_2c9e80c13a.jpg" alt="Ambeon Capital brings down nearly 30 fund managers from Germany"> <h3 class="newsch">Ambeon Capital brings down nearly 30 fund managers from Germany </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 02:10</p> <p class="paratext">Nearly 30 fund managers from Germany are in Sri Lanka on a first of its kind fact finding and familiarisation visit on an invitation from Amebon Capit .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Rise-of-digital-campaigning-How-social-platforms-shaped-Sri-Lanka-s-elections/44-769865" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_2f6c1e6313.jpg" alt="Rise of digital campaigning: How social platforms shaped Sri Lanka’s elections"> <h3 class="newsch">Rise of digital campaigning: How social platforms shaped Sri Lanka’s elections </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 00:40</p> <p class="paratext">The recent Presidential and General elections in Sri Lanka marked a significant political shift, with Anura Kumara Dissanayake of the National People .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/ADB-backs-Sri-Lanka-s-growing-investment-potential-in-key-sectors/44-769848" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_6a61d2fdcf.jpg" alt="ADB backs Sri Lanka’s growing investment potential in key sectors"> <h3 class="newsch">ADB backs Sri Lanka’s growing investment potential in key sectors </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 00:37</p> <p class="paratext">The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has pledged its support for investment opportunities in Sri Lanka, citing increased foreign investor interest fuelled .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Race-the-Pearl-Ultimate-test-of-endurance-on-7-December/44-769847" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_a42dc4d38f.jpg" alt="Race the Pearl: Ultimate test of endurance on 7 December"> <h3 class="newsch">Race the Pearl: Ultimate test of endurance on 7 December </h3> <p class="date">Friday, 29 November 2024 00:36</p> <p class="paratext">Marking its return for the seventh consecutive year, the ultra-endurance international bicycle race – “Race the Pearl” – will be conducted in .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class=""> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/IMF-MD-says-SL-achieves-significant-step-forward-in-EDR/44-769823" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_972c53f239.jpg" alt="IMF MD says SL achieves significant step forward in EDR"> <h3 class="newsch">IMF MD says SL achieves significant step forward in EDR </h3> <p class="date">Thursday, 28 November 2024 05:30</p> <p class="paratext">The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva yesterday said Sri Lanka achieved a significant step forward in terms of .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div> </div>   <div class="col-xl-12 d-lg-none" > <div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/ONYX-Hospitality-Group-celebrates-grand-opening-of-Amari-Colombo/44-769978" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_85c156bd60.jpg" alt="ONYX Hospitality Group celebrates grand opening of Amari Colombo"> <h3 class="newsch">ONYX Hospitality Group celebrates grand opening of Amari Colombo </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:23</p> <p class="paratext">ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading force in Southeast Asia’s hospitality industry, has announced the grand opening of Amari Colombo in Sri Lanka from .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Key-political-leaders-highlight-tourism-s-role-in-economic-recovery-at-Amari-Hotel-launch/44-769977" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Key political leaders highlight tourism’s role in economic recovery at Amari Hotel launch </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:20</p> <p class="paratext">The grand opening of the Amari Hotel in Colombo brought together key political leaders and industry stakeholders highlighting tourism’s vital role i .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Tourism-industry-must-build-resilience-against-future-shocks-CBSL-Chief/44-769976" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_f04765f48a.jpg" alt="Tourism industry must build resilience against future shocks: CBSL Chief"> <h3 class="newsch">Tourism industry must build resilience against future shocks: CBSL Chief </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:16</p> <p class="paratext">Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe last week said tourism industry must establish robust financial buffers and shock absorbers to weather .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Corporates-empower-university-students-with-exposure-to-cyber-security/44-769975" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_1d855ff5f0.jpg" alt="Corporates empower university students with exposure to cyber security"> <h3 class="newsch">Corporates empower university students with exposure to cyber security </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:13</p> <p class="paratext">A host of corporates came forward to empower over 100 students from State universities with the latest knowledge and insights to cyber security at the .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Govt-slashes-levy-on-imported-onions-to-tackle-price-surge/44-769974" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Govt. slashes levy on imported onions to tackle price surge </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:13</p> <p class="paratext">The Government on Saturday announced that it has decided to reduce the Special Commodity Levy (SCL) on imported from Rs. 30 to Rs. 10 per kilo. The ne .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Union-Bank-CEO-denies-online-media-reports/44-769973" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Union Bank CEO denies online media reports </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:12</p> <p class="paratext">Union Bank of Colombo PLC Chief Executive Officer Dilshan Rodrigo categorically denied the allegations in online media stating that they are entirely .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Abu-Dhabi-fund-backs-Adani-investments-Lanka-and-Tanzania-port-contracts/44-769972" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Abu Dhabi fund backs Adani investments; Lanka and Tanzania port contracts </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 03:09</p> <p class="paratext">Abu Dhabi’s sovereign fund, International Holding Company (IHC), which manages assets worth about $ 100 billion globally and has invested $ 1.7 bill .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Rise-of-floating-voters-key-to-political-renewal-of-Sri-Lanka/44-769936" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_a2c5b82f02.jpg" alt="Rise of floating voters: key to political renewal of Sri Lanka"> <h3 class="newsch">Rise of floating voters: key to political renewal of Sri Lanka </h3> <p class="date">Monday, 2 December 2024 00:00</p> <p class="paratext">Recent Presidential and Parliamentary elections in Sri Lanka reveal a clear and growing trend: a significant portion of the electorate now comprises .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/CSE-ends-week-on-mixed-note/44-769893" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">CSE ends week on mixed note </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:12</p> <p class="paratext">The Colombo stock market ended the week yesterday on a mixed note with moderate turnover. The benchmark ASPI closed with 24 points higher or 0.19% a .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/Construction-sector-sees-rebound-in-Oct/44-769892" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">Construction sector sees rebound in Oct. </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:10</p> <p class="paratext">Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI – Construction) rebounded in October 2024, recording a Total Activity Index value of 54 .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/IMF-confirms-no-changes-to-Wickremesinghe-era-agreement-Marikkar/44-769891" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_d4e9c5de09.jpg" alt="IMF confirms no changes to Wickremesinghe-era agreement: Marikkar"> <h3 class="newsch">IMF confirms no changes to Wickremesinghe-era agreement: Marikkar </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:08</p> <p class="paratext">Recalls current Govt. portrayed IMF agreement as a destructive policy that would harm the public and promised to overhaul certain terms in favour of t .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/CCPI-based-headline-inflation-remains-negative-in-Nov/44-769890" > <div class="card cardbm"> <h3 class="newsch">CCPI-based headline inflation remains negative in Nov. </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:06</p> <p class="paratext">In line with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s (CBSL) near term projections, headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (YoY) change in the C .. </p> </div> </a> </header></div><div class="linegs"> <header class="" > <a href="https://www.ft.lk/front-page/THASL-Chief-calls-for-policy-reforms-amid-mounting-challenges/44-769889" > <div class="card cardbm"> <img class="img-fluid" src="https://bmkltsly13vb.compat.objectstorage.ap-mumbai-1.oraclecloud.com/cdn.ft.lk/assets/uploads/image_d1699efb0e.jpg" alt="THASL Chief calls for policy reforms amid mounting challenges"> <h3 class="newsch">THASL Chief calls for policy reforms amid mounting challenges </h3> <p class="date">Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:04</p> <p class="paratext">The Hotels Assoc-iation of Sri Lanka (THASL) President M. 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