Pearson organises public seminars on career guidance in key cities

Following the conclusion of the Advanced level examinations, students and parents are often faced with several challenges in selecting the right pathway to an undergraduate qualification. 

Weeratunga to lead IPM Sri Lanka delegation to India

IPM Sri Lanka will be sending a 13-member delegation of human resources professionals including a resource person  to India’s 34th NIPM Annual National HR Conference...

SLIM PCM holders experience rapid career growth

Professionals who hold the Preliminary Certificate in Marketing (PCM) from the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) have seen accelerated growth in their careers, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s best short courses in marketing.

Atlas introduces premium range of aspirational books

Today’s learning patterns have changed considerably from yesteryear – children are encouraged to think outside the box, engage in disruptive ways to discover new learning experiences and experiment with innovation. 

‘Team Jeep’ takes honours at Jeep Wrangler Southern Night Rally 2015

Team Jeep emerged as the overall winners at Jeep Wrangler Southern Night Rally 2015. The Southern Night Rally, nicknamed as ‘the journey through the wilderness of the South’ took place from September 25 night till the 26th morning.

Anura Group holds Dealer Conference 2015

Anura Group of Companies, a pioneer in the Motor Spare parts trade counting 38 years of successful business activities, held a Dealer Conference assembling 400 dealer representatives from all parts of the island recently at Cinnamon Lakeside Hotel, Colombo.

Jlanka Technologies redefines energy for the future

JLanka Technologies will be showcasing an array of revolutionary products and POCs at the Techno exhibition scheduled to be held from the 09th to the 11th of October at the BMICH. 

Mobil Lubricants partners with MyDeal.lk and MyStore.lk

McLarens Lubricants Limited, the exclusive distributor for Mobil lubricants in Sri Lanka, recently tied up with MyDeal.lk and MyStore.lk, two of the country’s leading e-commerce websites. 

Laugfs Car Care partners with RamaDBK for exclusive service offer

Laugfs Car Care has entered into a partnership with RamaDBK to provide an exclusive service offer to RamaDBK customers through its Car Care service centres.

How the Reserve Bank of India escaped the central banking crisis

Hyperinflation during the 1970s and 1980s relegated fiscal policy as the macroeconomic policy of last resort, ushering in the golden age of monetary policy. 

Why the Super Gains Tax should be avoided?

In January, the Sri Lankan business community was obviously unhappy with the imposition of the Super Gains Tax (retrospective tax plan) on large companies through...

JAT Holdings is lead sponsor of West Indies tour of Sri Lanka 2015 

JAT Holdings, one of Sri Lanka’s leading organizations in furnishing and finishing industry with an impressive portfolio of products across a wide range of leading international brands, recently stepped up as the lead sponsor for the Sri Lanka vs. West Indies cricket tournaments through its proud partnership with ITW.

SME and large company finances should come under same laws: expert

Small and medium enterprise (SME) finances should come under the same laws governing larger companies, the head of the global body for professional accountants told Mirror Business during a brief interview in Colombo. 

ComBank ranked 2nd in Business Today’s Top 25 PLCs

?The Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has been ranked second in Business Today’s ‘Top 25’ public listed corporate entities in Sri Lanka in 2014-15 on the basis of financial performance.

Senaratne Insurance Brokers receives Global Banking & Finance Review award

?Senaratne Insurance Brokers (Pvt) Ltd. has been selected as the Best Insurance Broker in Sri Lanka – 2015 by UK’s Global Banking & Finance Review. 

Seylan Bank Hasalaka branch moves to new location

?Seylan Bank Hasalaka branch shifted to its new premises at Kandy Road, Hasalaka recently. 

Siyapatha Finance marks anniversary with loyalty card launch

?Siyapatha Finance PLC celebrates its 10th anniversary under the theme “Siyapatha Finance Dhashakayaka  Abhishekaya“, featured with the launch of a loyalty card. 

Germany’s Bundesbank lists all gold bars to silence skeptics

?RUETERS: Germany’s Bundesbank has published an exhaustive list of all the gold bars in its near 3,400-tonne reserve of the metal to bolster the bank’s standing as a guardian of stability among an increasingly wary public.

Profits at big U.S. banks soar since crisis - N.Y. Fed

?REUTERS: Profits have soared since the global financial crisis at the five biggest U.S. banks with market-making dealing operations, New York Federal Reserve economists said in an article released yesterday.

Stocks end steady; policy clarity awaited

?REUTERS: Sri Lankan shares ended little changed yesterday as gains in diversified shares helped offset losses in banking stocks, with many investors waiting for more clarity on policy direction, brokers said.

Bureaucratic turf wars must end for economic diplomacy to begin: Harsha

?The ‘turf wars’ among different government agencies must end for the much-touted economic diplomacy to take off, according to the country’s Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Dr. Harsha de Silva who spoke at a recent forum in Colombo. 

Airtel to add 150 network towers by end-2016

Airtel Lanka yesterday shared its plans of expanding its network infrastructure, affirming its commitment to continue servicing the Sri Lankan market.

BOC debentures total Rs.45bn with latest debt offering

?With its latest Rs.8 billion debenture, the total listed debentures issued by Bank of Ceylon (BOC) amounts to Rs.45 billion, the state-owned banking giant said in a statement.

People’s Leasing to raise Rs.6bn in debt

?People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC), the leasing and finance arm of state-owned People’s Bank, is to raise up to Rs.6 billion by issuing senior unsecured debentures. 

Rupee ends higher on dollar selling by bank

?REUTERS: The Sri Lankan rupee ended firmer yesterday as a private bank sold dollars amid tepid demand for the greenback from importers, dealers said.

JKH broking arm appoints Hishantha as Acting CEO

?John Keells PLC, the commodity and stockbroking arm of the country’s largest conglomerate John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH), has appointed Hishantha de Mel as the Acting CEO following the resignation of Sudath Munasinghe.

Jennifer Aniston wakes up to comfort and luxury on Emirates

Emirates has unveiled its highly aticipated television commercial (TVC) featuring Hollywood actress, director and producer Jennifer Aniston. This marks the first time Emirates has collaborated with the international star in a global digital and TV campaign.

Qatar Airways sweeps ‘Best Middle Eastern Airline’ Award 10 years in a row at TTG Travel Awards

Qatar Airways has been voted ‘Best Middle Eastern Airline’ for the 10th consecutive year at the 26th Annual TTG Travel Awards. The latest win seals a decade of success for Qatar Airways at the TTG Travel Awards, 

HSBC Global Service Centre Sri Lanka joins hands with World Vision to support local communities

HSBC’s Global Service Centre in Sri Lanka (GSCSL) announced it had entered into an agreement with World Vision Lanka (Guarantee) Limited to implement a water and sanitation project under HSBC’s Global Water Programme 

Expolanka conducts health camps to celebrate World Elders Day

Celebrating World Elders Day, Expolanka’s CSR arm conducted ‘Healthy Living’, a series of health camps in Maskeliya, Sedawatta, Homagama and Wattala areas for over 300 elderly citizens in collaboration with HelpAge Sri Lanka.