SFG commissions 23rd RO plant, expands safe water access to more communities

The Sunshine Foundation for Good (SFG), the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Sunshine Holdings PLC, has opened its 23rd Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment plant at Helambawatawana Sri Saddhananda Maha Vidyalaya, Chilaw.

Allianz Lanka expands ‘Allianz Protect’ with the distribution of child safety helmets

Allianz Lanka remains committed to road safety, with a particular focus on protecting children.

Janashakthi Life empowers communities at Nallur Festival

Janashakthi Life actively engaged with over 5,000 households during Sri Lanka’s longest Hindu festival, the 25-day Nallur Festival at Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil.

First Capital hosts outbound training to foster teamwork

First Capital Holdings PLC recently held its Outbound Training Programme at Blue Water Hotel, Wadduwa, with the participation of over 100 employees.

SLIIT’s Robofest connects local creativity with global STEM demand

‘Robofest 2025’, organised by the Faculty of Engineering of SLIIT, is to take place at the SLIIT Malabe Campus in the near future.

Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council responds to article on ‘terminal handling charge’

The Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council (SLSC) notes with concern the article published in the Daily Mirror of 4th September 2025, titled “Why Sri Lanka must realign its terminal handling charge policy to secure maritime future” by Business Journalist Nishel Fernando.

Hilton Colombo hosts Oktoberfest for 32nd consecutive year

Hilton Colombo is once again raising the steins as it hosts Oktoberfest for the 32nd consecutive year, inviting guests to gather in the spirit of Bavarian tradition.

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa redefines beachfront weddings

Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa is redefining destination weddings in Sri Lanka’s South Coast, further strengthening its position as one of the country’s leading venues for couples seeking an unforgettable celebration by the ocean.

Power World Gyms wins double at SLIM DIGIS 2.5 Awards 2025

Power World Gyms was recently recognized for its outstanding marketing campaign “Every 7 KM, Never Too Far from Being Fit.”

Link Natural celebrates ‘World Ayurveda Day’

World Ayurveda Day is celebrated each year to honour Ayurveda, the world’s oldest holistic healing science.

EU, UK drag Sri Lanka apparel exports lower in August

Sri Lanka’s apparel exports slipped in August from a year earlier, dragged by weaker demand from Europe and the UK, though the cumulative shipments for the year remained firmly higher, the industry data showed.

FACETS Sri Lanka 2026 to be most dynamic edition to date

Only three months remain until the grand opening of FACETS Sri Lanka 2026.

CSE closes week on a strong note amid buoyant sentiment

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) ended the week firmly in positive territory, extending its bullish momentum as investor confidence continued to strengthen.

CB sets record straight on year-end reserve target

The Central Bank set the record straight this week on where they have to end up in the external reserves by the end of the year as reports circulating are carrying various numbers claiming what the Central Bank

SEC unveils 12-Pillar roadmap to transform Sri Lanka’s capital market

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) this week launched a comprehensive strategic roadmap aimed at transforming the nation’s capital market into a resilient, innovative, and globally

Sri Lanka Banks Association presses for tax reset

Sri Lanka’s banking sector has pressed the government for sweeping reforms to the country’s tax regime, warning that the current system is choking competitiveness, deterring investment, and curbing the financial

Sampath Bank leads Rs. 33.5bn syndicated loan for CEB

Sampath Bank said it has successfully arranged a Rs. 33.5 billion syndicated loan for the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), alongside Nations Trust Bank and Pan Asia Bank, to support the state utility’s debt

Sanjaya Gunawardana begins tenure as Sampath Bank MD/CEO

Sampath Bank PLC announced that Sanjaya Gunawardana officially commenced his tenure as the 9th Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Bank on 24th September 2025.

Lanka Business TV’s ‘Viyawasayakaya’ Ratnapura summit draws record participation

The highly acclaimed ‘Viyawasayakaya’ Business and Investment Summit, organised by Lanka Business TV, was successfully held recently at Grand Silver Ray Hotel, Ratnapura, with the participation of nearly

Pulsar N160 features unmatched technology

Bajaj Pulsar N160, marketed and distributed in Sri Lanka by David Pieris Motor Company (Pvt.) Ltd, has cemented its position as the technologically advanced sports motorcycle in the country.

Dinemore launches DinemoreGo

Dinemore (Pvt.) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s pioneering homegrown quick service restaurant (QSR) chain, announced the launch of its newest venture: DinemoreGo.

SL biz leaders join global CEOs, govts at UN PSF to mobilise capital for sustainable growth

Sri Lankan business leaders joined more than 50 global CEOs, government representatives and United Nations leaders at the 2025 UN Global Compact Private Sector Forum (PSF) in New York, convened on

Dialog AI Powers  Govi Mithuru- Sri Lanka’s First AI-Powered Agriculture Advisory Platform

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has unveiled a new suite of AI-powered features on its pioneering agriculture advisory platform, Govi Mithuru, further strengthening its role as the country’s

Sri Lanka to mark World Tourism Day 2025

Sri Lanka is set to celebrate World Tourism Day 2025 with one of the most ambitious and wide-ranging series of events the industry has seen in recent years.

StanChart appoints Praveen Karunaratne to Country Management Team

Standard Chartered Sri Lanka has appointed Head of Financial Institutions (FI) Praveen Karunaratne to the Country Management Team, effective September 15, 2025.

Atlas secures array of SLIM Digis 2.5 awards

Atlas secured an array of awards at SLIM Digis 2.5 for its outstanding contributions to advancing education through the integration of technology and creativity.

Waters Edge posts highest monthly profit

Waters Edge, a leading Sri Lankan hospitality property, reported record revenue and accelerated expansion, its Chairman Chathura Krishantha Perera, who took the helm in December 2024, said.

Nations Trust Bank to acquire HSBC’s retail banking business in Sri Lanka

Nations Trust Bank PLC (NTB) announced the signing of a binding sale and purchase agreement to acquire Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation’s (HSBC) retail banking business in Sri Lanka.

Positive momentum continues

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Sampath Bank, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Central Finance Company with the turnover crossing Rs. 9.2bn.

Subdued trading keeps yield curve steady

The secondary market recorded subdued trading activity yesterday, as investor sentiment remained cautious, resulting in limited movement across the yield curve, which held largely steady throughout the