Migrant labour reforms: Tackling the Family Background Report

The factors driving migration are many; some migrate in search of better economic opportunities, whilst others are forced to migrate owing to conflicts, natural disasters, etc. In the case of Sri Lanka, temporary labour migration of workers in search of greater opportunities and a better life continues unabated, with over 300,000 leaving the country each year in search of employment abroad. Of these, nearly 40 percent are females, with the vast m

H-Connect awarded global industry excellence award

H-Connect Private Limited, a leading provider of global business process management (BPM) services, was awarded the Bronze prize at the 2015 Shared Services Excellence Award for ‘Best Team’ by the Shared Services and Outsourcing Network (SSON), presented at the 18th Annual Asian Shared Services and Outsourcing Week in Singapore. 

Mass transit essential for Colombo to succeed: UDA DG

The critical role earmarked for joined-up public transport in Colombo’s development and what can be done to boost lending for housing were two topical issues explored by the senior figures at the Urban Development Authority (UDA) in recent interviews they gave to the global research, publishing and consulting firm Oxford Business Group (OBG).  

Ewis launches OCTA Dual OS Tab

Sri Lanka’s largest information technology (IT) company – Ewis – launched the OCTA 9.7” (OCTA T970G), considered to be the perfect complement to any lifestyle, into the local market.  

Play your part to make the Internet safer

The global theme of the Safer Internet Day, which is celebrated on February 9, is ‘Play your part for a better Internet’. To kick off the day, Fortinet shares tips for responsible use of digital technology.  

Fixing Sri Lanka’s revenue problem is a priority

Taxes are the key source of government revenue. Normally, the tax share as a percentage of gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to increase as the per capita GDP rises. This Insight shows that in Sri Lanka, this is not the case; the country’s per capita GDP has been rising but the tax to GDP ratio has been falling.  Sri Lanka needs to improve its tax revenue to ensure that the government has enough money to spend towards welfare an

Mihin flies Tamil Nadu Chamber delegation to Sri Lanka

Mihin Lanka, Sri Lanka’s national low-cost carrier flew the Tamil Nadu Chamber of Commerce and Industries (TCCI) delegation from Madurai to Sri Lanka recently.   

Etel iPC mini-computer introduced to Sri Lanka

Brantel Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd, which pioneered in introducing Etel mobile phones to Sri Lanka, has launched the multi-tasked Etel iPC mini-computer in the Lankan market.  

Kaira Technologies appoints MyDeal.lk as online channel partner in Sri Lanka

Regional distributor of information technology (IT) peripherals, storage, networking, display products and services – Kaira Technologies – recently appointed MyDeal.lk (Pvt.) Ltd and MyStore.lk (Pvt.) Ltd as its exclusive online channel partners in Sri Lanka for the entire range of Strontium products.   

Sri Lanka Investment and Business Conclave 2016 to kick-start in March

Overseas investors (Business Executives) expected to take part in the upcoming ‘Sri Lanka Investment and Business Conclave 2016,’ organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce have shown an interest to meet Sri Lankan businesses engaged in diverse business sectors.  

Litro Gas posts record growth in 2015

The national LPG (liquid petroleum gas) company marks 2015 a record year posting gross profits of over Rs.6 billion with significant increases in volumes (22pct) and market growth (acquiring a total485,548 new connections). 

GIANT STEP FROM NLB

National Lotteries Board, leader in country’s lotteries market has embarked upon a most extraordinary journey over 50 years, giving rise to billionaires,

Holcim Lanka and World Vision award homes to the needy in Mundalama and Kalpitiya

Holcim (Lanka) Ltd, a member of the Lafarge Holcim Group, together with World Vision Lanka, officially awarded 40 homes to the communities of Mundalama and Kalpitiya recenlty.

Vavuniya residents benefit from Lanka IOC’s health screening camp

Lanka IOC PLC, acknowledging its responsibility towards the society conducted several Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives under its theme ‘WE CARE’

Jordan to provide express visa for Lankan businessmen

Jordanian envoy to Sri Lanka Hassan M. Al Jawarneh said his embassy would help Sri Lankan businessmen to access quick visas to Jordan...

Rupee forwards edge down; IMF statement raises concerns

REUTERS: The Sri Lankan rupee edged down yesterday on importer dollar demand though banks selling the greenback prevented a further fall amid concerns triggered...

Unknown disease spreading across Lankan pepper cultivations

Sri Lanka’s pepper industry stakeholders fear significantly lower production yields this year as an unknown disease is spreading across the country’s pepper cultivations. 

Bidding for Mannar gas fields in 2 months: official

Bidding rounds for the Mannar basin’s offshore oil and gas fields are likely to begin in two months, a top Power and Energy Ministry official said yesterday. 

Access Engineering 3Q net up 2.6%

Diversified Access Engineering PLC saw its net profit for the quarter ended December 31, 2015 (3Q16) edging up 2.6 percent year-on-year (YoY) to Rs.544.8 million.

January tourist arrivals up 24%; tourists from China soar 122%

Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka in January 2016 rose 24.3 percent year-on-year (YoY) to 194,280, Sri Lanka tourism office data showed.

Foreign policy implementation should be led by the Foreign Ministry

The Sunday Times had a headline recently that said with immediate effect that a Committee headed by Charitha Ratwatte a one time UNP Chairman will oversee the working of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). 

Elephants, tourism and cruelty to animals

In Sri Lankan tourism, riding an elephant has become one of the key attractions. Due to this we find many elephants in the country being victims of...

Finnish delegation in town to explore biz opportunities

A business delegation consisting of eight representatives of leading Finnish enterprises and banks paid a visit to the Board of Investment (BoI)

SL requests IMF bailout to tackle budget deficit

AFP: Sri Lanka has made a formal request for an International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout package to aid its struggling economy after a sharp slowdown in growth and with its budget deficit widening, officials said Saturday.

Sri Lanka aims self-sufficiency in renewable energy by 2050

Sri Lanka will aim at generating 100 percent renewable energy for local consumption by 2050 while exporting non-renewable energy to the SAARC region, top government officials said.

New projects to further improve RPC estates’ living standards

The quality of life of the nearly one million population residing in Regional Plantation Company (RPC) estates is set to improve substantially

Abans presents laptops to deserving students

The fifth stage of Abans ambitious CSR initiative “From your laptop to their future” marked its presence at the Abans Head Office recently. 

Rotterdam cruise liner calls at H’tota port

Holland America’s 230-metre long passenger liner ‘Rotterdam’ with 1164 passengers and 598 crew on board docked at the Hambantota Port at about 7.00 a.m. yesterday. 

HSBC-Daily Mirror-Life successfully conclude content marketing campaign

HSBC Sri Lanka and Daily Mirror-Life have successfully concluded an innovative content marketing campaign in the Christmas season rewarding HSBC cardholders at their hearts’ content.  

FinMin to set up two committees to resolve tariff and tax-related issues

Sri Lanka’s Finance Ministry will be reviving two advisory committees to look into customs tariffs and tax-related issues, top officials said.