Independent news from Sri Lanka, for Sri Lanka and beyond
Lakbima News is a Sri Lankan news publication covering the stories, people and ideas shaping the country and the world.
From breaking developments and national affairs to business, technology, science, sport, entertainment and everyday life, our aim is simple: to bring readers useful, relevant and engaging journalism without unnecessary noise.
A name with a history
Lakbima News carries a name with a documented history in Sri Lankan journalism.
The Lakbima name has been associated with Sri Lankan newspaper publishing for decades, with Lakbima News emerging as an English-language publication in the 2000s. Historical records and contemporary references also document lakbimanews.lk as a website used by Lakbima News during that period.
Today, lakbimanews.lk continues that digital identity with a renewed focus on online journalism and a new generation of readers.
What we cover
Our newsroom brings together coverage across a broad range of subjects, including:
- Sri Lanka — Politics, society, public affairs and major national developments
- Business — Companies, markets, the economy and entrepreneurship
- Technology — Digital trends, innovation, science and emerging technologies
- Sports — Sri Lankan and international sporting developments
- Entertainment — Film, television, music, personalities and culture
- Lifestyle — Travel, food, health, people and everyday living
- World — Major international developments and stories affecting Sri Lanka and the wider region
Our approach
We believe good journalism should be clear, timely and useful.
We aim to provide stories that give readers more than a headline — explaining what happened, why it matters and, where possible, what comes next.
Accuracy matters to us. When an error is identified, we aim to correct it transparently and promptly. We also distinguish reporting from opinion and strive to attribute information to reliable sources.
Built for today’s reader
The way people consume news has changed. Readers expect information to be available when they need it, across phones, computers and social platforms.
Lakbima News is built with that reality in mind: a digital-first newsroom designed to make Sri Lankan news accessible, readable and relevant wherever our readers are.
Whether you are following the latest developments in Colombo, keeping up with Sri Lankan business, checking the day’s sports or simply looking for a story worth reading, Lakbima News is here to keep you informed.
Our commitment
Our commitment is straightforward:
Report responsibly.
Explain clearly.
Correct honestly.
Keep readers informed.
Welcome to Lakbima News.
