BYD and its authorised distributor for Sri Lanka John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto) celebrated a milestone of 20,000 successful vehicle services since commencing operations last year.

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will host the second edition of the Sri Lanka Climate Summit on June 9, 2026, at Taj Samudra Hotel, convening policymakers, industry leaders, financiers and technical experts to focus on pathways for integrating climate

Yesterday, the muted sentiment from the closure of the previous week prevailed in the secondary market, exhibiting low trading volumes and activities.

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as John Keells Holdings, R I L Property and Hayleys with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.8 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investo

A silent march and awareness campaign took place in the Matugama town last week, with the plantation sector workers and local communities demanding the immediate removal of the arbitrary ban on oil palm cultivation. The demonstration sought to draw

Despite the mounting resistance from the hoteliers and key tourism stakeholders, the government is forging ahead with the plans to repeal and replace the existing Tourism Act, establishing a special presidential task force to execute the sweeping leg

Amana Bank PLC reported a stronger performance for the three months ended March 2026, supported by lower impairment charges, steady financing income growth and an expansion in its SME-focused financing portfolio, despite the mounting macroeconomic pr

Nepalese billionaire Binod Chaudhary last week delivered a powerful endorsement of Sri Lanka’s long-term investment story, saying he repeatedly chose to back the country at moments when fear, instability and crisis had paralysed investor sentiment.

Sri Lanka’s tourism authorities are gearing up to launch a targeted interim digital marketing campaign within days to cushion an ongoing slump in tourist arrivals, which will serve as a precursor to a Rs. 4 billion global promotional drive.

Sri Lanka’s private sector activity lost momentum in April as post-New Year seasonality, rising energy costs and fallout from Middle East tensions weighed on both manufacturing and services, according to the latest Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI

Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC reported a modest performance in the three months ended March 2026, driven by substantially lower provisions against possible loan losses.

The SLT Group reported a strong start to the year, posting double-digit revenue growth and significantly higher profitability in the first quarter of 2026 compared to 1Q 2025, driven by notable gains in operating profit and net earnings and a sustain

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has rolled out an online Complaint Management System (CMS), stepping up efforts to strengthen financial consumer protection and improve accountability among banks, finance companies and other regulated financial i

Dialog Axiata PLC reported a sharp rise in first-quarter earnings as stronger data consumption, cost controls and easing finance-related pressures boosted profitability, even as the telecom operator continued to scale down parts of its lower-margin i

Robust lending growth helped lift Nations Trust Bank PLC’s earnings in the three months ended March 2026, as the bank expanded its loan book amid continued credit demand.

In a significant milestone for regional digital payment interoperability, on May 12, 2026, Sri Lanka and Nepal officially launched cross-border QR payment connectivity.

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo announced the appointment of Ashan Peiris as its new Hotel Manager, further strengthening the property’s leadership alongside General Manager Dushyantha Tittawella.

DFCC Bank PLC has been recognised at the 15th ACEF Global Customer Engagement Awards, receiving multiple accolades across digital engagement, experiential marketing, purpose-led communication and community-driven initiatives.

Commercial Bank of Ceylon has announced the first winners of its exciting Debit Card Challenge 2026, with 250 debit card holders emerging victorious in the inaugural monthly draw of a promotion that is set to reward 1,000 customers with prizes worth

SDB bank has entered into a strategic partnership with Hayleys Mobility Limited through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU), reinforcing the bank’s commitment to expanding access to structured mobility financing while advancing its b

In a major investment that reflects the growing confidence in Sri Lanka’s long-term economic direction, Melwa Conglomerate and Prime Lands have acquired a prestigious marina-front land parcel at Port City Colombo (PCC) for the development of a US $

Reinforcing its commitment to Sri Lanka’s business community, Sampath Bank has introduced the Mastercard Business Credit Card, a dedicated solution designed to support the financial and operational needs of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).

Dr. Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of CG Corp Global and Nepal’s billionaire, shared profound insights on navigating the complexities of global business leadership at Chairman & CEO Forum, organized by the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) togethe

NDB Investment Bank Ltd. (NDBIB), continued to strengthen its leadership team through the new appointments of Kaushini Laksumanage as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer,

Launched alongside the T20 Cricket World Cup, the Hot ‘N’ Spicy Kricket Promotion campaign brought together the excitement of cricket and the spirit of Prima KottuMee, creating a truly engaging experience for the brand’s consumers, and has now

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and Cambridge University Press & Assessment officially partnered, making CSE Academy an authorised examination centre for Linguaskill by Cambridge recently on 30 April, bringing the English proficiency test designed f

Tony Pellé, Sri Lanka’s exclusive men’s leather footwear brand, has delivered over 6,500 custom-designed leather products for staff at Cinnamon Life, marking a major milestone in the brand’s ongoing collaboration with one of the country’s mo

Hilton Colombo presents ‘Seoulful Flavors at Graze,’ a 10-day culinary showcase at Graze Kitchen, celebrating the richness and diversity of South Korean cuisine.

Atlas Axillia Co. (Pvt) Ltd. announced the launch of its specially curated limited edition “Aluth Avurudu Gift Packs” in celebration of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, offering a meaningful and educational gifting option for children across Sri L

The Family Planning Association of Sri Lanka (FPASL) is proud to announce the launch of its dedicated online donation platform: https://donation.fpasrilanka.org/.