VS One marks 5th anniversary

VS One (Pvt.) Ltd and VS One World (PTE) Ltd marked their fifth anniversary with a grand event at Courtyard By Marriott recently.

Royal Asset Holdings wins 2 prestigious awards

Royal Asset Holdings (Pvt.) Ltd, a leading financial solutions provider in Sri Lanka, has been recognised with two prestigious awards for its outstanding contributions to the industry.

SL’s rising prominence as global innovation hub under fresh focus at NTLF 2025

The Sri Lanka Association for Software Services Companies (SLASSCOM), in collaboration with the Sri Lankan government, made a powerful statement at NASSCOM Technology and Leadership Forum (NTLF) 2025 in Mumbai,

Celebrating 53 years of trust, stability and excellence: NSB achieves highest-ever group PBT of Rs.28.52bn in 2024

March 16, 2025 marks a historic milestone in Sri Lanka’s banking sector as National Savings Bank (NSB) proudly celebrates its 53rd anniversary.

Capital Trust Properties joins LeadingRE

Capital Trust Properties (CTP) announced its membership in Leading Real Estate Companies of the World (LeadingRE), the premier global network of independent residential real estate brokerages.

WSO2 appoints Tami Reller and Nina Hargus to board

WSO2, the leader in enterprise digital infrastructure technology, announced the appointment of Tami Reller and Nina Hargus to its board of directors.

DFCC Bank launches Customer Appreciation Week 2025

DFCC Bank is reaffirming its commitment to putting customers first with the launch of Customer Appreciation Week 2025, a special initiative designed to recognise and reward customer loyalty.

Pan Asia Bank now in Nattandiya

Pan Asia Bank announced the opening of its latest branch in Nattandiya, reinforcing its commitment to providing unparalleled banking services to communities across the nation.

Pelwatte Dairy’s key appointments to drive growth

Pelwatte Dairy Industries Ltd announced the appointment of two seasoned industry professionals to key leadership roles as part of its continued commitment to operational excellence and strategic growth.

Hayleys Plantations hosts Best Tea Harvester Competition

In a resounding tribute to the skilful hands behind every cup of Pure Ceylon Tea, Hayleys Plantations hosted the third edition of its Best Tea Harvester Competition,

Sri Lanka’s financial phishing cases spike in 2024: Kaspersky

Sri Lanka is increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks targeting businesses’ financial transactions, with 9,218 incidents of financial phishing detected in 2024 alone, according to the latest Kaspersky Security Bulletin.

Good demand at tea auction this week despite dip in offering

The auction offerings declined further this week and totalled 5.0 million kilogrammes (M/Kgs) but was met with good general demand.

Heritance Hotels and Resorts secures 5th consecutive Travelife Gold certification

In a significant testament to its unwavering commitment to sustainability, all Heritance Hotels and Resorts in Sri Lanka have once again achieved the prestigious Travelife Gold certification.

ITC-EDB-UK govt. launch SheTrades Sri Lanka Hub to bolster support for women entrepreneurs

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and International Trade Centre (ITC) together launched the SheTrades Sri Lanka Hub, funded by the UK’s SheTrades Commonwealth+ Programme.

Week ends with foreign buying

The ASPI edged down as a result of price losses in counters such as Hatton National Bank, National Development Bank and Bukit Darah with the turnover crossing Rs. 1.0 Bn. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 edged up.

Yield curve tapers down from mid to long end

The market participants continued to maintain the buying stance, following the T-bond auction, which was held on March 12, 2025, resulting in both high trading volumes and market activity.

Mintpay partners with Burger King and other Softlogic Restaurants

Mintpay, a financial app reshaping how people pay in Sri Lanka, has announced a partnership with Softlogic Restaurants.

170 students foster talent and awareness through ‘Zero Chance’ school competition

170 students representing 32 schools across 18 districts in Sri Lanka were celebrated recently during a prize giving ceremony at the BMICH Colombo for the Australian Government’s Zero Chance Art and Essay 2nd competition.

First Capital becomes title sponsor of Sailing Nationals 2025

The First Capital Sailing Nationals 2025 showcased precision, skill, and adventure on the open water.

British Council, HSBC and MoE mark success of training initiative

The British Council, in collaboration with HSBC and the Ministry of Education, held an Awards Ceremony on 24 February, to commemorate the successful completion of the English Communication Skills for Remote Delivery Project (ECSRD) 2025.

Haleon partners SLDA as Official Sponsor for World Oral Health Day

Haleon Sri Lanka formerly known as GlaxoSmithKline Healthcare signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Sri Lanka Dental Association (SLDA) as the official sponsor of World Oral Health Day 2025 in Sri Lanka.

JAT Holdings backs Cambrian Cricket sponsoring big match

JAT Holdings PLC announced its sponsorship of the Prince of Wales College cricket team, reinforcing its commitment to community engagement and youth development.

‘The Hulftsdorp Book Fest 2025’ to open on Monday

The Annual Book Exhibition of Sri Lanka Law College – ‘The Hulftsdorp Book Fest 2025’ organized by the Law Students’ Sinhala Union of Sri Lanka is set to take place from the 17th to 20th of this month.

Jeep Club of Sri Lanka embarks on exhilarating ‘Odyssey Through the Wild’

The Jeep Club of Sri Lanka (JCSL) recently embarked on its much-anticipated annual expedition, ‘Odyssey Through the Wild,’ taking 18 Jeep enthusiasts and their families deep into some of Sri Lanka’s less patronised national parks.

ComBank’s ‘Arunalu’ supports art competition at Havelock City Mall

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon recently supported a children’s art competition organised by Havelock City Mall, as the event’s Official Banking Partner. More than 1,500 children aged 4 to 16 years participated in the competition.

Cuisine Colombo celebrates 5 years of culinary excellence

Cuisine Colombo, a trailblazer in Colombo’s dining scene marks its 5th anniversary. Since its establishment in January 2020, the restaurant has become a beloved destination for food lovers, offering an exceptional array of flavours and a signature multi-cuisine, semi-fine dining experience.

Joey Clothing strengthens retail presence in Battaramulla

Joey Clothing, the designer and retailer of ‘Happinesswear’, opened its newest fashion boutique on 20th February in Pannipitiya Road, Battaramulla recently.

amanté unveils latest boutique at Colombo City Centre Mall

amanté has unveiled its newest boutique located at the Colombo City Centremall: the 7th addition to the brand’s growing portfolio of independent outlets in Sri Lanka.

Earth Essence expands footprint into Central Province

Earth Essence, the premium herbal personal care brand of Link Natural Products (Pvt) Ltd, is expanding its reach to the Central Province and is now available in leading cosmetic shops, fashion & clothing outlets, supermarkets and lifestyle stores.

Tata Motors with DIMO launches all-new passenger vehicle portfolio in SL

Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer and the pioneer of sustainable mobility, along with DIMO, the authority in automotive excellence for over 85 years and the sole authorised distributor for Tata Motors in Sri Lanka, launched the all-new range of passenger vehicles (including internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and electric vehicles (EVs)) in the country recently.