HNB supports Sri Lanka Coffee Festival 2025

HNB PLC extended its continued support to the island’s growing coffee industry as the official banking partner of Sri Lanka Coffee Festival 2025, held at the Kandy City Centre.

Digital Economy Ministry-UNDP SL sign MoU to support Disrupt Asia 2025

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka and Digital Economy Ministry signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) recently at the UN Compound.

KPMG webinar to demystify foreign exchange rules on Sept. 10

KPMG Sri Lanka has organised an insightful webinar titled ‘Navigating the Foreign Exchange Act: Inbound and Outbound Investment Rules’.

Pyramid Wilmar celebrates 20 years of progressive partnership

Pyramid Wilmar, one of Sri Lanka’s most progressive and influential corporate entities in the food manufacturing and marketing industry, announced the launch of the ChefsHunt programme to mark 20 years.

Assetline Finance-Toyota Lanka to deliver enhanced customer benefits

Assetline Finance Limited (AFL) recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, designed to benefit customers and drive growth for both organisations.

New Zealand HC explores opportunities at HIP

New Zealand High Commissioner to Sri Lanka David Gregory Pine visited the Hambantota International Port (HIP) recently to gain first-hand knowledge on its development and growing international relevance.

Seylan Bank becomes 1st SL bank to achieve ISO 22301 certification

Seylan Bank PLC announced a landmark achievement in its commitment to operational excellence and customer trust as the bank has secured the internationally recognised ISO 22301:2019 for business continuity management systems, distinguishing Seylan Bank as the first bank in Sri Lanka to achieve this prestigious recognition.

UK and Sri Lanka finalise debt restructuring deal worth nearly US $ 90mn

The governments of Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom have officially entered into a bilateral agreement to restructure a portion of Sri Lanka’s external debt, a deal valued at nearly US $ 90 million.

Sri Lanka’s first online platform for health and wellness education launched

‘Doc Talk’ - Experts Insights for Wellness, an all-new YouTube platform dedicated to providing health information was recently launched in a bid to open the doors to a new era in Sri Lanka’s wellness landscape.

Ambeon strengthens portfolio through strategic hospitality investments

Ambeon Group, one of Sri Lanka’s leading diversified conglomerates, announced its strategic entry into the hospitality sector, with strategic equity investments in two listed hotel companies, reinforcing its confidence in the country’s tourism revival and long-term growth potential.

Profood Propack & Agbiz 2025 kicks off

Profood Propack & Agbiz 2025, organised by the Sri Lanka Food Processors Association (SLFPA) in partnership with Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services, kicked off yesterday at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Exhibition and Convention Centre at the BMICH, Colombo.

The All-Island Tourism Service Providers Association, together with the other tourism service providers, staged a protest in Colombo yesterday

The All-Island Tourism Service Providers Association, together with the other tourism service providers, staged a protest in Colombo yesterday, demanding an end to the issuance of temporary driving licences to tourists at the airport

AM/Dehiaththakandiya National School crowned as Capital Market Masters Quiz 2025 champions

The grand finale of Capital Market Masters Quiz 2025, organised by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) in collaboration with the Education Ministry, was held on August 21, 2025, at the iconic trading floor of the CSE and AM/Dehiaththakandiya National School (Eastern province) emerged as the overall champions.

PABC primary dealer licence suspension extended for further 6 months

Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC (PABC) yesterday said the Central Bank has extended the suspension of its primary dealer licence for an additional six months, effective from August 15, 2025.

ASPI gains 2.1% during the week

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Ceylinco Holdings, Commercial Bank and DFCC Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.0 Bn.

Yield curve holds steady amid mixed sentiment

The week opened with mixed sentiment in the secondary market.

Keells Jaffna marks Nallur Festival with community engagement

Since opening its first store in the Northern Province in March 2025, Keells has brought its promise of quality, affordability, range, convenience, and community engagement to the heart of Jaffna.

NDB Toastmasters Club ushers in new era of leadership

NDB Bank celebrated the 13th Executive Committee Installation Ceremony of the NDB Toastmasters Club on August 6 at the Hilton Colombo Residencies.

Shangri-La reaffirms commitment to SL’s wildlife with adoption of baby elephant

Shangri-La Colombo and Shangri-La Hambantota have reaffirmed their long-standing commitment to sustainability, biodiversity, and meaningful local partnerships through the adoption of a baby elephant—affectionately named El-la (‘El’ for elephant + ‘La’ for Shangri-La)—in collaboration with the Elephant Transit Home (ETH) in Udawalawe, Sri Lanka.

CCAASL holds AGM

The Challenged Children’s Aid Association of Sri Lanka (CCAASL), a national organization dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of children with physical disabilities, particularly those who are abandoned or from underprivileged families held its Annual General Meeting recently.

John Keells Foundation celebrates Volunteer Excellence at Annual Recognition Day

John Keells Foundation (JKF) hosted Volunteer Recognition Day 2025 on August 13.

Sinopec’s “Clear Spring” brings safe drinking water to Madhu

Sinopec has launched “Sinopec Clear Spring,” a CSR Project to improve access to safe drinking water in Sri Lanka, with its first public installation supporting the annual Madhu Vandanava pilgrimage.

‘Hidden Gems and A Traveler’s Tales’ raises Rs. 15 mn for OrphanCare

OrphanCare recently received the entire sales proceeds from the sale of the coffee table book ‘Hidden Gems and A Traveler’s Tales’ authored by distinguished travel photographer Nawaz J Vilcassim.

PickMe caps decade of innovation with a bold vision for next 100 years

PickMe, Sri Lanka’s digital mobility platform, marked the culmination of its 10-year anniversary celebrations recently with the grand finale of a nationwide raffle draw.

‘The Routes we Take’ project heading to Jaffna

‘The Routes We Take’, a pioneering initiative by the European Union National Institutes for Culture (EUNIC) Sri Lanka, Europe’s network of national cultural institutes and organisations, with 36 members from all EU Member States and associate countries and Good Life X, is heading to Jaffna for the YGC Innovation Festival 29-30 August 2025.

Abans PLC becomes exclusive distributor for Skechers in Sri Lanka

Abans PLC announced that it has been appointed as the exclusive authorized distributor for Skechers in Sri Lanka, one of the world’s leading footwear brands, effective from the 1st of August 2025.

Shaktiman’s Baler and Dhaan Mitram Rotavator Debut in Sri Lanka

Shaktiman India (Tirth Agro Technology Private Limited), the world’s largest manufacturer of rotary tillers, has officially introduced two of its advanced agricultural machines — the Shaktiman Baler and the 9-feet “Dhaan Mitram” Rotavator — to the Sri Lankan market for the very first time.

Ceylinco Life treats premium clients to exclusive Kandy Perahera experience

The magic and pageantry of the Kandy Esala Perahera came alive for 120 special guests of Ceylinco Life recently, when the Company’s Customer Relations Division hosted its ninth consecutive annual Perahera viewing event at the Ceylinco Life Kandy Branch at No. 65, Kings Street, coinciding with the second Randoli Perahera.

National consumer prices down in July on lower food prices 

Sri Lanka’s national consumer prices fell in July from a month ago on lower food prices which more than offset the rise in non-food prices in the same month, mainly over the higher electricity and fuel prices.

CoPF clears 2026 budget estimate of National Audit Office

The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved the 2026 budget estimate of the National Audit Office for presentation to Parliament, while raising concerns over staffing shortages and the slow adoption