Firstdoctor reinforces role of telemedicine

As Sri Lanka navigates a period of restricted mobility and controlled fuel usage, the need for accessible, efficient, and technology-enabled healthcare has become increasingly important.

CH17 introduces special Avurudu Cashback Offers for cardholders

CH17 has announced a special Sinhala and Hindu New Year promotion, offering its cardholders cashback deals of up to 30 percent at a number of partner merchants across the country, bringing additional value and festive cheer to its growing membership base.

British Council YCAs showcase 24 projects to alleviate climate change

The British Council in Sri Lanka’s longstanding commitment to youth climate action has yielded the data to demonstrate their impact. Over the last three years alone, the organisation has engaged 770 young people across 114 climate action projects.

Sands Active showcases pharmaceutical range at Medicare exhibition

Sands Active Private Limited, a conglomerate of Melwa, took part in the 15th edition of the Medicare International Healthcare Exhibition 2026 held at the BMICH in Colombo recently.

CBB supports restoration of safe drinking water access for cyclone-affected people

The Council for Business with Britain (CBB) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce is pleased to support an initiative aimed at restoring safe drinking water access for communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka.

Selvern Trust unlocks new opportunities with barrier-breaking language app

SELVE is an innovative, spoken English app designed to make English communication more accessible through real-time AI-driven support.

Moose Clothing Company opens store at Galle City Centre

Moose Clothing Company recently opened its third store at the Galle City Centre.

SLT-Mobitel restores schools displaying commitment to ESG priorities

When Cyclone Ditwah struck, Anuradhapura’s Morakewa Vidyalaya and Thuruvila Primary School were badly damaged, leaving hundreds of children without a safe space to continue their education.

Food Studio opens Primo and Smashy at Independence Arcade Square

Food Studio has expanded its footprint with the opening of Primo and Smashy at Arcade Independence Square, marking an important step in the company’s growth strategy as it takes two of its strongest concepts beyond traditional mall spaces.

ShirtWorks opens store in Kandy

ShirtWorks (SWX) announced the recent opening of its newest SWX store located on the 3rd Floor, S.Dot, 521, Peradeniya Road, Kandy.

Fertilizer shortages threaten to wither Sri Lanka’s plantation sector output

The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA), the apex body of Sri Lanka’s plantation industry, expressed growing concern over rising prices and limited availability of fertilizer amid the escalation of the crisis in

JXG IPO oversubscribed on opening day

JXG, comprising Janashakthi Insurance PLC, First Capital Holdings PLC, and Janashakthi Finance PLC, successfully concluded its Initial Public Offering (IPO), which opened for subscription on 9th April 2026.

BOI appoints Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena as acting Chairman

Senior bureaucrat Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena has been appointed as the acting Chairman of the Board of Investment (BOI), the investment promotion agency announced yesterday.

CM Holdings completes Rs. 260mn property sale in Thalangama South

CM Holdings PLC has officially concluded the divestiture of its real estate asset located in Thalangama South, Battaramulla.

Secondary market records thin volumes amid emerging selling pressure

The secondary market witnessed subdued levels of activity yesterday, resulting in thin volumes whilst the market swayed towards selling sentiment overall.

Indices close in red

Indices closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Dialog Axiata, John Keells Holdings and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 2.9bn. High net worth and institutional investor participation

Nissan Sri Lanka offers up to Rs.125,000 worth of free fuel this April

Nissan Sri Lanka, represented by Associated Motorways (AMW), is rewarding the customers this April with a limited-time ‘Free Fuel’ offer on the Nissan Magnite and Nissan Almera, delivering exceptional value and

NDB’s Rs.13.2bn fraud shock What the crisis revealed about controls, buffers, and banking resilience

The chronology explains the confidence shock. On 2 April 2026, NDB disclosed an internal fraud incident with an initial impact estimate of about Rs.380 million and

LB Finance Al-Salamah achieves 1,111% growth rate in 2025

LB Finance Al-Salamah has reached a significant milestone in its growth journey, recording an impressive Rs.10 billion portfolio growth during the calendar year 2025, representing a remarkable 1,111 percent

Cargills Food City wins SLIM Kantar People’s Supermarket Brand of the Year 2026

Cargills Food City has been named the People’s Supermarket Brand of the Year 2026 at the prestigious SLIM Kantar Awards, marking an exceptional fifth consecutive year of recognition.

Pan Asia Bank unveils Avurudu offers for credit cardholders

Pan Asia Bank is ushering in the festive season with an array of exciting Avurudu promotions, offering over 250 special deals across the island for its credit cardholders.

HNB Assurance marks 25 years with strategic transformation to ‘HNB Life’

Marking 25 years of trust, growth and service excellence, HNB Assurance PLC has unveiled its new corporate identity, transitioning to HNB Life PLC, a strategic evolution that reflects the company’s forward-

BYD marks 10,000 deliveries milestone

BYD and its authorised Sri Lankan agent John Keells CG Auto marked the milestone of 10,000 vehicle deliveries at BYD’s largest delivery hub in Thudalla.

Atlas introduces Aluth Avurudu Gift Packs

Atlas Axillia Co. (Pvt.) Ltd announced the launch of its specially curated limited edition ‘Aluth Avurudu Gift Packs’ in celebration of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, offering a meaningful and educational gifting

New Indian culinary team joins Weligama Bay Marriott

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa continues to elevate its position as a premier oceanfront destination wedding venue in Sri Lanka with the appointment of a highly specialised Indian culinary team, further

Colombo Shopping Festival – Avurudu Fair launched

The much-anticipated 41st Edition of the Colombo Shopping Festival (CSF) – Avurudu Fair was ceremonially declared open at the BMICH Exhibition Centre, marking the beginning of five exciting days of

Asiri Laboratories introduces SL’s 1st rapid infectious disease diagnostic system

In a landmark step toward advancing infectious disease diagnostics, Asiri Laboratories has introduced the BioFire FilmArray System — a cutting-edge multiplex PCR platform that transforms pathogen detection

ICCSL-BIMT launch Japan Executive Immersion Programme

The International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka (ICCSL) entered into a strategic partnership with BIMT Campus to provide its members with exclusive access and special benefits for the upcoming Japan

SEC-CSE conclude Varsity Battles 3rd edition

The third edition of ‘Varsity Battles’, the inter-university capital market quiz competition organised by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), was

Former FinMin slams Central Bank oversight in wake of massive NDB fraud

Former Finance Minister and Member of Parliament Ravi Karunanayake this week launched a scathing critique of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, holding its Bank Supervision Department accountable for the Rs.13.2 billion internal fraud at National Development Bank (NDB).