The Sri Lanka Association for Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) is accelerating Sri Lanka’s startup ecosystem by giving 25 high-potential...
Sri Lanka’s exports of apparel and made-up textile articles (HS Chapters 61, 62 and 63) rose to US$447.21 million in...
JXG (Janashakthi Group) hosted ‘Listening Led Leadership’ a programme designed to reinforce the organisation’s commitment to strengthening its empathy-led workplace....
Union Bank Horana Branch relocated to a new and spacious premises at No. 99A1/A, Somananda Mawatha, Horana, further strengthening its...
As transparency becomes a defining requirement among European buyers, Mabroc Teas (Pvt) Ltd – a member of the Hayleys Group...
The world of healthcare is evolving faster than ever before, with breakthroughs reshaping how we prevent, diagnose, and treat disease....
The Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (Pvt) Ltd. (CAHM), Sri Lanka’s leading private hospitality and culinary training institute located at...
Ninewells Hospital has opened Ninewells Eye, a state-of-the-art eye clinic aimed at enhancing access to advanced ophthalmic care. DIMO Healthcare...
Sri Lanka captured global attention at the AsiaBerlin Summit 2025, showcasing the country’s expanding innovation and startup potential. Through a...
As global consumers increasingly focus on nutrition, health and wellbeing with a back-to-basics approach of consuming minimally processed food, this...
Consolidates ownership to support long-term growth, marking major exit for BOV Capital Roar Global, a mar-tech venture builder that builds, acquires,...
Anchored in its long-term commitment to create a sustainable future for Sri Lanka and beyond, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has...
Hambantota International Port (HIP) has launched its Automated Gate Pass Management System (AGPMS), becoming the first port in Sri Lanka...
Swisstek Aluminium officially opened its new Design Studio at 118A, Nawala Road, Narahenpita, Colombo 05, further strengthening its position the...
FINEXT 2025, the annual career fair organised by the Students’ Association of Finance of the Department of Finance, Faculty of...
Siddhalepa Ayurveda, a key pillar of the Hettigoda Group of Companies, is proud to announce the opening of its newest...
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated in a high-level dialogue titled “Tourism as Soft Power and Diplomatic Capital” held at...
Sunshine Holdings PLC (SUN), one of Sri Lanka’s diversified conglomerates, announced its intention to acquire a 75% stake in Joint Agri...
Fairway Holdings, a leading condominium developer in Sri Lanka, synonymous with luxury and quality, celebrated the launch of its 7th...
Dialog Enterprise, the corporate ICT solutions arm of Dialog Axiata PLC, together with the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri...
Export Development Board (EDB) recently held the National Consultative Forum on the Strategic Export Development Roadmap 2026-2030 at its head...
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry reaffirmed its leadership in ethical manufacturing at a high-level forum held in Colombo on 13 January...
To launch a world-class secure storage facility in Seeduwa, Colombo Bring advanced information management, including cybersecurity and payments solutions tailored...
DFCC Bank’s Badminton Team delivered a strong performance at the 41st Mercantile Inter-Firm Team Badminton Championships, organised by the Mercantile...
Sampath Bank PLC continues to further its role as a catalyst for inclusive economic growth with the “200 Women Startups...
Asian Paints Causeway, the nation’s undisputed leader in the Auto Refinish sector, ushered in a new era of automotive innovation...
Seylan Bank PLC recently joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), officially strengthening its commitment to sustainability and transparent...
UST Acquires Leading Fintech Innovator Tailwind Acquisition of key Texas and Brazil-based firm increases UST's standing in the rapidly growing...
Casons Taxi has officially rebranded as The Taxi Company, effective 10 January 2026, marking a new phase in the company’s...
Two New Division Directors Added to Support the Region Sarvesh Suri is named IFC’s Regional Vice President for Asia and...
Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Manufacturing (PMI – Manufacturing) recorded an index value of 60.9 in December 2025, indicating...
Reuters - U.S. stock futures slid on Monday after President Donald Trump threatened to slap extra tariffs on eight European nations until the U.S....
Sophisticated inspection instruments now enable the early detection of loose electrical connections, identify heat loss from buildings, and locate individuals...
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry made a strong and impactful presence at Source Fashion London 2026, held from January 13-15 at Olympia London, United Kingdom,...
Sri Lanka’s commercial capital Colombo has been featured in Agoda’s month-by-month travel guide for 2026, with the global digital travel...
JAT Holdings PLC marked a significant milestone with the successful conclusion of the 6th JAT Pintharu Abhiman Convocation, recognising more...
SLT‑MOBITEL Mobile, in collaboration with Fintelex (Pvt) Ltd, has launched ‘Yaya Agro’, an exclusive all‑in‑one smart agriculture app designed to...
As Sri Lanka Cricket prepares for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, Moose Clothing Company, the Official Clothing Partner...
Amana Bank has further expanded its people-friendly and development-focused banking footprint with the opening of its 41st Self Banking Centre...
Shing Kwan Group (SKG), the majority shareholder of Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC donated USD 100,000 to the Rebuild Sri Lanka...
Sri Lanka has taken a historic step forward with the launch of its first Smart Bus Ticketing System, enabling passengers...
Hambantota International Port (HIP) closed 2025 with a landmark performance, recording a 175% year-on-year increase in total cargo volumes despite...
Union Bank continues to simplify business banking with the introduction of GovPay on its payments & cash management platform BizDirect...
Zoomtech Solutions Pvt Ltd launched its 4G WIFI Series Tiandy CCTV Camera and the New Tiandy showroom was opening recently...
Global technology continues to reshape the electrical and safety landscape. Sophisticated inspection instruments now enable the early detection of loose...
New approval allows the airline to deliver end-to-end Airbus A320 pilot training using certified flight simulation systems FitsAir, has been...
Prime Group, the real estate giant in Sri Lanka, celebrating 30 years of breakthrough innovation in the industry, highlighting trust,...
The start of a new year calls for fresh perspectives, meaningful moments, and experiences that feel just right. This January,...
In 2025, Binance became the first global exchange to secure full authorization under ADGM’s internationally recognized framework and crossed 300...
HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI) has entered into a landmark strategic partnership with HNB Stockbrokers (Pvt) Ltd, marking a significant...
In a remarkable twist in the tourism landscape, Sri Lanka has officially claimed the title of the third fastest-growing travel...
Prime Lands Residencies PLC announced that ‘The Grand’ – Ward Place, its luxury apartment development in Colombo 07, was recently...
NDB Bank reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to empowering Sri Lanka’s SME and MSME sectors by participating in the Revive Sri...
Indra Traders, one of Sri Lanka's leading and most trusted automobile dealerships with a distinguished history of over 50 years...
Siyapatha Finance PLC ceremoniously welcomed 2026 at its Head Office, auspiciously commencing a new year of growth and prosperity with...
LAUGFS Life Sciences, in collaboration with the Medical Research Institute (MRI), Colombo, has launched Sri Lanka’s first-ever publicly driven allergy...
AIA Insurance Lanka Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with CBC Finance Limited, marking a significant milestone in its...
Hatch Fund Singapore has announced the completion of its first investment, backing Cultive8, a fast-growing agri-technology startup with Sri Lankan...
Hayleys PLC Chairman and Chief Executive Mohan Pandithage has been named ‘Businessman of the Year 2025’ by LMD Magazine, following...
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) has announced a special relief initiative titled ‘HNB Assurance Gift of Protection,’ offering a free life...
Ranyan Industries (Pvt) Ltd., the creators of the prestigious Amami brand, has been honored with the Silver Award and Top...
• Compensation for Fully Damaged Houses and New Housing Construction to Commence on 9 January in Anuradhapura and Kurunegala -...
Seylan Bank recently continued its support of the nation’s small and medium enterprises (SME) sector with its second SME Program...
HNB Assurance enters 2026 with renewed purpose and clear ambition as it moves into a defining phase of its 10...
LOLC Divi Saviya has long stood as a symbol of compassion and solidarity, stepping forward whenever Sri Lanka and its...
Sri Lanka recorded a major milestone in innovation and industrial engineering as Rohan De Lanerolle Snr (80) was honoured with...
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is strengthening its commitment to gender inclusion across its portfolio, with female participation now at 19.5%,...
In an effort to further strengthen its longstanding commitment to agricultural development and rural empowerment, Link Natural Products (Pvt) Ltd....
Associated Motorways (Private) Limited (AMW) extended timely humanitarian assistance to communities affected by the recent Ditwah Cyclone by handing over...
Under its ‘Rebuild Together’ initiative, a national effort launched following Cyclone Ditwah to aid recovery and reduce future disaster risks,...
Sri Lanka’s newest locally-built ride booking platform HelaGo, was officially launched yesterday at Waters Edge, Colombo, in the presence of...
Asia Siyaka Warehousing (Pvt) Ltd., the largest auction logistics provider in Sri Lanka’s tea sector, has achieved a historic global...
The Sri Lanka High Commission in London recently marked a defining milestone in creative economy and craft development through the...
USD 8.5 Million Investment Creates 500 Jobs and Generates USD 50 Million Annual Revenue Shield Restraint Systems (Pvt) Ltd today...
NOLIMIT, Sri Lanka’s leading Fashion Retail Brand, is proud to announce the grand opening of its 28th store in the...
nVentures Leads US $200K Seed Round Into Flash Health to Scale Cashless Outpatient Care in Sri Lanka
Flash Health, a Sri Lankan healthtech startup building cashless, on-demand outpatient care, has raised a US $200,000 seed round led...
Asiri Health partners with the Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) to support and accelerate the growth...
Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC (SDF), in collaboration with Fintechnology Asia Pacific Lanka Pvt Ltd (FINAP), has officially launched CIXOR PayDay,...
As geopolitical upheavals increasingly shape business outcomes, IQ Global has partnered with the Centre for Law & Security Studies (CLASS)...
Colombo recently witnessed a refined celebration of Italian coffee culture with the successful conclusion of La Dolce Tazza – The...
Ashraff Associates Appoints New Creative Director Ashraff Associates, one of Sri Lanka’s leading boutique creative agencies has appointed Yasaanth Krishnamoorthy...
This year, Emirates moved 55.6 million customers, circled Earth 29,290 times on nearly 180,580 flights, and placed orders for 73...
The Sri Lankan rupee depreciated by 5.6% against the US dollar during 2025, according to data released by the Central...
The Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI – Construction), as reflected by the Total Activity Index, increased to...
Guided by a clear vision to extend value beyond business, Prime Group made a landmark contribution of LKR 200 million...
Dilmah invited to be Patron of the UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka Supply Chain Working Group For over three...
flydubai has announced a series of significant developments that will support its long-term growth strategy and enhance the travel experience...
Sri Lanka Customs is commended for its outstanding contribution to strengthening the nation’s economic and social stability by successfully generating...
Farzana Baduel, President-elect of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR, UK), highlighted Sri Lanka’s resilience and growing regional relevance...
Participates in the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council delegation to Nigeria & Kenya George Steuart & Company participated in a...
TBWA Sri Lanka, one of the country’s leading creative agencies and a member of the TBWA global network, has been...
Sri Win Lanka Travels (Pvt) Ltd, a diversified travel company, recently felicitated its long-standing sub agents at its head office...
Ninewells Hospital proudly announces the launch of Ninewells Eye, a state-of-the-art, fully integrated eye care centre offering comprehensive ophthalmic services...
Digital Mobility Solutions Lanka PLC (PickMe), Sri Lanka’s leading homegrown digital mobility platform, has formally written to the Inspector General...
By Asma Anjum, Trust & Safety Lead, TikTok Social media is reshaping how students encounter and engage with knowledge, not...
JXG (Janashakthi Group) has secured the Runner-Up (Silver) Award in the Finance, Insurance, Real Estate & Investment Sector at the...
Textrip (Pvt) Ltd., a valued member of the Elasto Group with nearly five decades of excellence in Sri Lanka’s rubber...
Chinese Dragon Café (CDC), one of Sri Lanka’s most recognisable names in Chinese cuisine, continuing its legacy as a pioneer...
Genelle, Sri Lanka's premium ladies' footwear brand recognized for its handcrafted quality and refined design ethos, officially launched its website...
SriLankan Airlines has launched a one-month international destination promotion campaign on 16 December 2025, aimed at restoring global confidence in Sri...
Onestep Solutions, a trusted leader in accounting software and financial outsourcing services, celebrates 25 years of continuous growth and service...
DIMO Agribusinesses, the sole authorized distributor for Swaraj tractors in Sri Lanka, has significantly strengthened its after-sales service through a further expanded...
22nd December, Colombo.Sri Lanka Insurance Life and Sri Lanka Insurance General, in collaboration with the National Disaster Relief Services Centre...
SriLankan Airlines officially transitioned its operations to Terminal 1 at Velana International Airport, Malé, effective 17 December 2025. To commemorate...
Sampath Bank PLC announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited recently at the...
S-lon Lanka (Pvt) Ltd has been formally recognized by the World Plumbing Council (WPC) through the granting of Full Membership. ...
For more than four decades, Nawaloka Hospitals PLC has played a vital role in Sri Lanka’s healthcare landscape, guided by a steadfast...
Cinnamon Grand Colombo ushers in the most magical time of the year with An Old World Christmas, a celebration filled...
A moment of immense national pride was celebrated recently in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as Oceanpick, South Asia’s trailblazing oceanic fish...
Finfluencing should not be looked at negatively; investors and potential investors should look at its positives and learn how to...
Union Bank reopened its Gampola branch on December 17, following the impacts of Cyclone Ditwah-related floods that severely affected the...
A Tech-Driven Humanitarian Response to Cyclone Ditwah The Technocity (Pvt) Ltd, the leading authorized IT distributor in Sri Lanka for...
Meeting with the Council for the Development of Cambodia A Sri Lankan trade delegation recently concluded a strategic mission to...
WindForce PLC has successfully commissioned a 432.2 kWp rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) power project at Joy Island in the Maldives,...
GovPay, Sri Lanka’s Government Digital Payment Platform, concluded the year 2025 by surpassing Rs. 2 billion in total digital transaction...
The European Union has allocated a total of Euro 2.35 million of financial assistance to Sri Lanka. This includes Euro...
The Jaffna International Trade Fair (JITF), Northern Sri Lanka’s largest multitrade exhibition, would be held from January 23 to 25,...
NH Collection Colombo celebrated the grand relaunch of Vistas Rooftop Bar on 12 December 2025 with an extraordinary evening high...
New leadership unveils ambitious, unified vision targeting US$ 10bn in tourism earnings by 2030 Asoka Hettigoda, Chairman of the Hettigoda...
Commercial Bank of Ceylon has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC, to provide tailor-made home...
Moves people, powers livelihoods, impacts communities Uber marked 10 years of operations in Sri Lanka, a decade in which the...
The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of WealthTrust Securities Limited (WTS) will open tomorrow, inviting the public to subscribe for 71,548,244 Ordinary Voting Shares at...
The World Bank Group is deeply saddened by the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. Our thoughts are...
The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Dubai successfully hosted a high-level breakfast meeting today, bringing together leading travel trade...
Ministry of Finance data confirms Bank’s dominant contribution to national SME credit in 2024, accounting for more than 30% of...
45 years of connecting Sri Lanka to the world via international logistics Working with SMEs to support the country’s economic...
Emirates is ending 2025 on a sky-high note with another five global accolades won, this time at the 32nd annual World...
DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka and the authorized distributor for KALMAR equipment in the country, recently delivered...
Toyota Lanka (Pvt) Ltd recently had the special honor of hosting distinguished executives from Toyota Tsusho Corporation (TTC). Mr. Atsuhiro...
Sri Lanka has signed an agreement with Sinopec, which will see the Chinese international petroleum corporation invest 3.7 billion dollars...
The official meeting between Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Chinese President Xi Jinping was held at the Chinese...
Link Natural Products, a pioneer in herbal health care industry, is proud to announce that its flagship herbal drink, Swastha...
The National Environmental Caucus, led by Ven. Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thero, recently handed over a report to the Chairman of...
The government targets to complete 162 large-scale development projects within 2026 which are scheduled to initiate this year. The Cabinetnet...
The Colombo bourse extended the bearish momentum for the second consecutive day with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) closing...
In a move to spur sustainable investments in Sri Lanka, the private sector funding arm of the World Bank, the...
Concluding a two-day visit, IFC’s Vice President for Asia Pacific, Riccardo Puliti, signaled IFC's commitment to supporting Sri Lanka's ongoing...
The Ceylon Chamber recognizes the Digital Economy as a key enabler for Sri Lanka’s economic growth acceleration. The National Digital...
Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Alexis Taylor, together with U.S....
Ransomware actors have had a rough start this year, as stats from cybersecurity firm Coveware show companies are increasingly refusing...
From April 22-26 in Trincomalee, the United States Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and Sri Lanka Navy will partner for the Cooperation...
(Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) stands ready to support Sri Lanka's discussions with international bondholders and will provide...
McLarens Lubricants, in collaboration with Mobil as the Official Lubricant Partner, is set to reignite the tracks at Fox Hill...
The Total transaction value in the Digital Payments market is projected to reach US$9.98bn this year, according to Statistica. Total...
Gold prices rose to another record high after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled policymakers would wait for clearer signs...
Nissan to strengthen product portfolio, advance electrification, introduce new ways of developing and manufacturing, and harness partnerships to achieve Ambition...
The IMF team reached staff-level agreement with the Sri Lankan authorities on the second review under the economic reform program...
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce is deeply concerned about the decision by the Cabinet of Ministers totemporarily suspend the parade...
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka's key inflation rate fell to 5.9% in February from 6.4% in January, the statistics department said...
Top Cyber-Physical Systems Security Firm,TXOne Expands Presence in Sri Lanka Through Netpoleon Group
TXOne Networks, a leader in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, recently announced a regional distribution partnership with Netpoleon Group, a Singapore-based value-added distributor...
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has decided to establish a special commission to expedite the development of Galle. He made these remarks...
A recent media report in Sri Lanka claimed its Central Bank plans to introduce a central bank digital currency (CBDC) this year....
The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) revealed that more than 14000 farms in Sri Lanka have been closed and this...
Colombo Bourse ended in the green for consecutive days for the first time in over 2 weeks and thus concluded...
The government has already explored the offshore wind power potential in the country especially in the North and East, expediting...
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), in collaboration with the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL), launched...
The targets laid out in Sri Lanka’s budget for 2024 will be challenging to meet, even with the economic recovery...
Corporate earnings have reported consecutive YoY degrowth, in this June quarter with macroeconomic challenges pushing earnings to a 3-year low...
The plastics and rubber products market expected to grow to $1899.33 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 6.7% with...
During his presence at the annual festival of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Madhu in Mannar yesterday (15th),...
The Lanka Coffee Association (LCA), Sri Lanka’s only national coffee association in promoting andadvancing the coffee sector in Sri Lanka...
Threadworks, a leading innovator in baby products, is thrilled to announce the successful launch of its ground-breaking product line –...
It was decided in the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Alleviating the Impact of the Economic Crisis to set up expert...
Sri Lankan insurers will most likely see fewer risks in investment and liquidity post-debt restructuring plans of the Sri Lankan...
(Reuters) - Sri Lanka's inflation rate, which dropped to single digits for the first time in months in July, may...
It was disclosed at the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Environment, Natural Resources & Sustainable Development that there is a tendency...
The Committee on Public Finance (COPF) chaired by Dr. Harsha de Silva expressed displeasure over the absence of the officials...
The Central Bank has released a pamphlet on ‘Monetary Policy Implementation in Sri Lanka’ in all three languages, with the...
The Sri Lanka High Commissioner in Kenya, Veluppillai Kananathan, who is also concurrently accredited to the Republic of Benin, presented...
(Reuters)- The World Bank approved $700 million in budgetary and welfare support for Sri Lanka on Thursday, the biggest funding tranche for...
The Consumer Affiars Authority (CAA) is in the process of introudcing maximum retail prices (MRP) for tiles, cement, and bathroom...
By Imesha Dissanayake The common path followed by almost all IMF member countries in response to sovereign debtcrises in recent...
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) rallied with a massive gain fueling bullish optimism for the fifth consecutive day, surpassing and...
(Reuters)The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Monday approved a $350 million special policy-based loan to provide budget support to Sri...
By Cristen Hemingway Jaynes A new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) says that investment in clean energy is “significantly outpacing” fossil fuel spending and...
Lanka Coffee Association, in partnership with Australia’s Market Development Facility (MDF)and Jetwing Hotels successfully hosted the second annual Sri Lankan...
(Mongabay) - The month of April is typically the warmest in Sri Lanka as the sun is positioned directly over...
In early May 2023, Nestlé Lanka announced that it would be delisting from the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), subject to...
Sri Lanka's apparel exports hit a fresh low as April performance fell sharply by 24 percent Year-on-Year when compared to...
The Sri Lanka Atomic Energy Board stated in the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Energy and Transport that if all activities...
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) initiated a 1.5 million USD project via funding from China...
The roadmap for the establishment of the National Policy Commission was discussed at the National Council Sub-Committee on Identifying Priorities...
The Shanghai Corporation Organization’s (SCO) Trade and Economic Multi-Functional Platform pledged trade and economic assistance to Sri Lanka through the...
Apparel is Sri Lanka's largest industrial export and earned $5.95 billion in 2022, helping the country as it weathered its...
