Commercial Bank expands ‘ComBank Shakthi’ Agency Banking network

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has further strengthened its focus on delivering a superior customer experience with the expansion of its ‘ComBank Shakthi’ Agency Banking network by22 new outlets across the country, strengthening its commitment to making banking services more accessible to communities beyond the reach of traditional branches.

Dialog Launches ‘GanuDenu QR’, Making Cashless Transfers Free for All with eZ Cash and Dialog Finance

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, continues to shape Sri Lanka’s digital future by introducing ‘GanuDenu QR’, a QR-based payment solution available via the MyDialog App. Enabling customers to instantly send and receive money through Dialog Finance and eZ Cash accounts, this first-of-its-kind innovation in Sri Lanka extends QR payments beyond merchant transactions, supporting the country’s transition towards a more cashless,

Ideal Motors holds Excellence Awards

The Mahindra Ideal Excellence Awards ceremony, a grand celebration to recognise the dealers and other stakeholders of Ideal Motors, was held at Wave n’ Lake Banquet Hall and Restaurant in Welisara recently.

FitsAir-KOKO offer more flexibility to travellers

KOKO, Sri Lanka’s pioneering buy now, pay later (BNPL) platform, announced a strategic partnership with FitsAir, marking the brand’s entry into the travel sector.

New Anthoney’s Farms powers MasterChef Sri Lanka

New Anthoney’s Farms, the only producer in the country to raise chicken without antibiotics at any stage of production, sponsored MasterChef Sri Lanka as official poultry supplier.

Bairaha Farms wins NCE Gold

Bairaha Farms PLC has been honoured with the Gold award in the Poultry and Livestock Products Sector (Medium Category) at the 33rd Annual Export Awards, organised by the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE). This accolade highlights the company’s outstanding contribution to Sri Lanka’s export sector and its strong performance during the year under review.

APB felicitates members on rise as banking leaders

The Association of Professional Bankers (APB) felicitated its distinguished members who have risen to the highest leadership positions in the banking industry, including the chief executive officers of Bank of Ceylon, Housing Development Finance Corporation Bank of Sri Lanka (HDFC) and Regional Development Bank.

Singer-Kapruka collaborate through Partner Central platform

Singer Sri Lanka PLC (SINS) has officially announced a strategic collaboration with Kapruka Holdings PLC (KPHL) to offer its comprehensive range of consumer electronics and homeware through the Kapruka Partner Central platform.

DFCC Bank introduces Winner savings account

DFCC Bank introduced the Winner savings account, which offers a higher return without requiring customers to lock themselves into rigid conditions.

Hayleys Mobility unveils Kaiyi Flagship Store

Hayleys Mobility Limited officially opened its Kaiyi Flagship Store at No. 75 Arnold Ratnayake Mawatha, Colombo 10, offering the customers a new, conveniently located destination to explore the next generation mobility solutions. The store is designed to deliver a seamless customer journey, from vehicle exploration and test drives to expert guidance on performance and features, allowing the customers to gain first-hand insight into after-sales ca

Tourist arrivals plunge 20% in March as Middle East crisis disrupts global transit routes

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector suffered a sharp reversal of fortunes in March, with international arrivals plunging 19.7 percent year-on-year to 183,979 as the escalating conflict in the Middle East severely disrupted global aviation networks.

Central Bank dollar sales hit 31-month high amidst currency pressure

​The Central Bank of Sri Lanka intervened in the domestic foreign exchange market by selling 71.5 million US dollars in March 2026, marking the highest level of monthly dollar sales since August 2023.

NDB Bank detects internal fraud with preliminary impact of Rs. 380mn

​National Development Bank PLC has uncovered a fraudulent act committed by certain employees operating in connivance with external parties.

Hambantota port expands capacity amid ME shipping surge

​Hambantota International Port (HIP) has significantly expanded its operational capacity in response to a sharp surge in global shipping volumes triggered by the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

Lanka Milk Foods recovers Rs. 309.3mn in long-standing legal battle

Lanka Milk Foods (CWE) PLC, the dairy and beverage manufacturer behind household brands such as Lakspray, Ambewela, Daily, My Juicee, and BLU, has successfully recovered Rs. 309.34 million following the resolution of a prolonged legal dispute over a commercial breach of contract.

SLASSCOM holds IT & BPM Exploration Day in North Central province

Continuing its long-standing commitment to nurturing future-ready talent, the SLASSCOM successfully hosted its latest Capacity Forum – IT & BPM Exploration Day at the Rajarata University recently, bringing together students, educators and aspiring professionals from across the North Central province.

ALT X launches BE | LIVING cookware brand

ALT X (Altered Experience), Sri Lanka’s fastest-growing business solutions company specialising in end-to-end eCommerce through its eCom360 model, strategic marketing and AI-driven technology solutions, has successfully delivered the full-scale build and launch of BE | LIVING, an international premium cookware brand, demonstrating a new, integrated approach to building and scaling modern eCommerce businesses.

Corzent, Best ICT Start-Up Organisation at South Asian Business Excellence Awards

Corzent, a Sri Lanka and Dubai–based technology firm, has been named Best ICT Start-Up Organisation at the ninth South Asian Business Excellence Awards, held recently in Colombo.

United Motors Lanka opens new Batticaloa workshop

United Motors Lanka PLC officially opened its new workshop facility in Batticaloa, further strengthening its regional footprint and reaffirming its commitment to delivering reliable, accessible and high-quality aftersales support to customers in the Eastern province.

Yamamoto Motor Corporation brings world-class motorcycles

As the exclusive distributor and strategic partner for internationally recognised motorcycle manufacturers such as Loncin Voge, Zonsen and Lifan, which are among the top five Chinese motorcycle manufacturers, Yamamoto Motor Corporation brings world-class motorcycles, already popular across Europe, to the Sri Lankan market.

Sterling Steels wins Merit at SLIA Annual Product Awards 2026

Sterling Steels (Pvt.) Ltd, a premier manufacturer of high-quality globally renowned steel roofing and cladding, was honoured with a prestigious Merit award at the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA) Annual Product Awards 2026.

NDB Rewards elevates credit cardholders’ spending experience

NDB Bank announced the launch of NDB Rewards, an exciting new rewards programme designed to elevate the everyday spending experience of its credit cardholders.

LOLC Finance trains regional entrepreneurs

LOLC Finance continues to reinforce its commitment to inclusive economic development by further strengthening its support for Sri Lanka’s micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) sector.

Acorn appoints new Deputy CEO and COO

Acorn Group recently announced the appointment of Suranjith De Fonseka as Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Saminda Weerasinghe as Chief Operating Officer (COO), strengthening its senior leadership team as the organisation continues to drive growth and transformation across its business portfolio.

DIMO-MTU Technical Forum showcases next-gen engineering solutions

Held for the second consecutive time, the DIMO-MTU Technical Forum attracted a distinguished audience of key customers and high-ranking officials from the tri-forces, Police, Sri Lanka Railways, Sri Lanka Transport Board and other public and private sector organisations.

CMA honours Ceylinco Life Chairman

Ceylinco Life Insurance Ltd Executive Chairman R. Renganathan has been conferred the prestigious ‘Distinguished Recognition in the Profession of Management Accounting’ award by the Institute of Certified Management Accountants (CMA) of Sri Lanka, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to financial discipline, governance and sustainable value creation.

NTB hosts ‘Beyond Ordinary - Nations Business Advisory’ event in Kurunegala

Nations Trust Bank (NTB) recently hosted its ‘Beyond Ordinary - Nations Business Advisory’ event in Kurunegala.

First Capital Treasuries joins Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials

First Capital Treasuries PLC joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), reinforcing its commitment to transparent climate reporting and enabling the measurement and disclosure of the carbon footprint of its financed activities, in line with the globally recognised standards.

NSB hands over Annual Report 2025 to Treasury Secretary

The National Savings Bank officially presented its Annual Report 2025 to Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, at the Finance Ministry this week.

Siyapatha Finance profit rises as assets swell to Rs. 84.7bn

Siyapatha Finance posted a profit before tax (PBT) of Rs. 2,660 million, an increase of 26 percent compared to the previous year. Profit after tax (PAT) grew by 29 percent to Rs. 1,556 million from Rs.