Cinnamon Grand Colombo invites to celebrate Father’s Day with heartfelt moments

This Father’s Day, Cinnamon Grand Colombo invites families to come together and celebrate the incredible fathers and father figures who make life special, with a series of memorable dining experiences

Prime Group partners with BNS

Prime Group has entered a strategic partnership with Bathiya & Santhush (BNS), the country’s most internationally recognised music icons, marking a significant milestone in its journey to take Sri Lankan real

Toyota Lanka drives new era of after-sales excellence

In Kandy, Toyota Lanka marks a significant elevation in its after-sales service capability, redefining the way the customers experience care for their vehicles in the Central province.

Sri Lankan contingent in France for Cannes Young Lions

Eight creative talent representing Sri Lanka will take part in the coveted Young Lions Competition in Cannes, France, on June 22.

Sarvodaya Development Finance becomes 1st SL company to receive Client Protection Certification

Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC (SDF) has become the first Sri Lankan company to receive the Client Protection Certification, awarded by MFR under the Cerise + SPTF methodology, marking a

SLT-Mobitel with Foreign Affairs Ministry unveils Lankakonect app

SLT‑Mobitel, in collaboration with the Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Ministry, has officially launched the Lankakonect mobile application.

Saviynt-ORIN advance identity security and digital trust

Saviynt, a leading provider of cloud-native identity security solutions, has appointed ORIN Corporation, a fully-owned subsidiary of South Asian Technologies Group, as its exclusive distributor in Sri Lanka.

Assetline Insurance Brokers-Asia Asset Finance strengthen integrated insurance solutions

Assetline Insurance Brokers (Private) Limited (AIBL), a subsidiary of David Pieris Group of Companies and one of Sri Lanka’s leading insurance brokerage firms, has entered into a strategic partnership with Asia

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce to hold 187th AGM

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will convene its 187th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., at The Forum, Cinnamon Life.

Home Lands’ Pentara Residencies to be constructed by China Harbour Engineering Company

Home Lands Group announced that it has selected China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) for the construction of its flagship development in Colombo, Pentara Residencies, Thummulla Handiya.

Indices close in green

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Aitken Spence, Dialog Axiata and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 3.1bn.

Secondary market witnessed a session of mixed sentiment

The secondary market witnessed moderate activity yesterday as the yield curve remained broadly stable amid mixed investor sentiment.

Peace deal optimism lifts CSE

The Colombo Stock Exchange extended its gains on Thursday, supported by improving investor sentiment following reports that the United States and Iran had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) paving the way for a potential peace agreement. The development boosted confidence across global markets and spilled over into the local bourse, helping both benchmark indices close in positive territory.

Industry calls for direct European charters as shifting airline dynamics challenge Sri Lanka’s tourism yield

The Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO) is urging the government to offer incentives for direct European charters to attract high-yielding affluent travellers and defend the core tourism revenue.

Corporates must look beyond banks: SEC Chief

The capital market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), is positioning equity and debt markets to play a larger role in financing economic growth, noting that the corporates will increasingly need to look beyond the traditional bank borrowing as the regulatory changes tighten the lending concentration limits and funding needs expand.

CDB organizes SMB Fair to empower local enterprises

Building a strong building block to empower Small and Medium Businesses (SMB) in Sri Lanka, Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) organizes a landmark two-day event in Kandy built around a single and powerful promise: Experience The Best of Local Business, All in One Place.

SLIM hosts Members’ Forum featuring Prof. Padmanabhan  

The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) concluded an insightful and engaging Experience-Sharing Forum (ESF) on the topic ‘The Evolving Leadership Role of Marketers’ on 18 May at the Galle Face Hotel.

Wickramarachchi Opticians and Hearing Care marks 50 years in business

Wickramarachchi Opticians and Hearing Care celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, marking five decades of trusted service, innovation and unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for generations of Sri Lankans.

Sysco LABS’ Product Nexus explores future of AI-driven product innovation and discovery

Sysco LABS recently brought together professionals across Product Management and Business Analysis through “Product Nexus” — a platform within its broader Nexus series designed to foster industry dialogue and knowledge sharing around emerging trends shaping the future of enterprise technology.

Global Vinyl takes Sri Lankan vinyl flooring to Maldives resorts

Sri Lankan manufacturer and distributor of vinyl flooring, Global Vinyl Ltd., has begun exporting its products to luxury resorts in the Maldives. The move is part of a broader strategy to take locally produced, SGS-certified vinyl flooring to international markets.

SLID launches Public Sector Forum to advance governance excellence in State-Owned Enterprises

As part of its 25th anniversary celebrations, the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) has launched the Public Sector Forum – a dedicated platform aimed at strengthening governance, accountability, and board leadership within Sri Lanka’s public sector institutions and State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs).

Richard Pieris Finance encourages families to give fathers the gift of financial security

As families increasingly look at practical ways to support their parents and loved ones during retirement, Richard Pieris Finance Limited is encouraging everyone to consider something with lasting value - financial security and peace of mind for fathers who have spent their lives supporting their families.

Visa introduces ‘Click to Pay’ in Sri Lanka

Visa announced the launch of ‘Click to Pay’ in Sri Lanka, marking an important step in advancing secure, seamless, and frictionless digital commerce experience for consumers.

Technoli holds AI-powered Business Executive Programme

Technoli Institute of Digital Business held its AI-Powered Business Executive Programme on 3 June at Jetwing Colombo Seven, where a room of senior managers and decision-makers built live AI agents and AI-powered mini-apps.

SL-Japan research collaboration leverages explainable AI to strengthen public health

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used to understand complex public health and social challenges, including the persistent crisis of intentional injury mortality linked to homicide and suicide. A recently published international study has now applied explainable AI to examine this issue across the Americas, while highlighting the growing contribution of Sri Lankan academics to globally relevant research.

Prime & Melwa become leading property investor in Port City Colombo

Prime and Melwa have become the largest property investor in Port City Colombo, following the acquisition of their third and one of the most coveted land parcels in theMarina Area. The purchase lifts the partnership’s combined holding to approximately 16 acres, establishing it as the largest property investor in Port City.

Secondary market activity surges on pre-auction buying interest

The secondary market extended the positive sentiment observed in previous sessions, with the investors maintaining strong buying interest ahead of yesterday’s T-bill auction, resulting in a broad-based easing of yields. Following the auction, mild selling interest emerged, however, market activity and trading volumes remained elevated throughout the session, reflecting sustained investor participation.

ASPI closes in green

The ASPI edged up as a result of price gains in counters such as C T Holdings, Lion Brewery and Hayleys with the turnover crossing Rs. 2.5 Bn.

Exporters question forex rule as trade deficit widens

The local export fraternity has questioned the rationale behind a new foreign exchange regulation that significantly shortens the period the firms can retain the export earnings in foreign currency, warning that the measure risks increasing costs, disrupting business planning and sending mixed signals to a sector the country is relying on to drive economic recovery.

Tea output falls in May as high-grown crop weakens

Ceylon Tea production fell in May, as the weaker output from the high and medium-grown regions offset the gains in the low-grown teas, adding to the signs of a slower start to the year for one of the country’s key export industries.