DFCC Bank’s ‘iConnect’ Cash Management Solution has once again proved its mettle by securing the Euromoney Cash Management ...

With the highly anticipated Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2023 set to take place on November 28th and 29th under the theme ‘Sustain Reform....

Sampath Bank has announced its Annual Platinum Corporate Partnership with The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID), effective from ....

Gerald A. Hidelaratchi was honoured by the Institute of Supply and Management Chain at the 51st anniversary of ISMM....

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has embarked on an ambitious nationwide tree planting campaign to plant 100,000 trees across....

WindForce PLC has announced the appointment of Harin Udeshi as an Independent Non-Executive Director to the Board, effective....

Understanding the importance of national outreach and collaboration of like-minded state and non-state institutions in pursuing...

Puredale recently won a coveted Gold Award at the National Industry Excellence Awards 2023. Organized by the Industrial....

The proposed removal of Value-Added Tax (VAT) exemptions has raised concerns about the potential application of VAT on power and energy from January of next year.

President Ranil Wickremesinghe openly recognised the 2024 budget as an election-oriented one, though calling it different from previous election budgets.

While the increase in Value Added Tax (VAT) is expected to do the heavy lifting for the government to reach its revenue targets next year, officials also appear to be betting on the turnaround of the economy from a contraction to a growth, and the no

SriLankan Airlines advances its passenger services at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with the introduction of self-service check-in and self-bag-drop services. This initiative is set to redefine the travel experience, placing convenience a

Emirates opened the Dubai Airshow 2023 this week with a significant order for 95 additional wide-body aircraft, taking its total order book to 295 aircraft. Already the world’s biggest operator of wide-body passenger aircraft, Emirates has committe

William Angliss Institute @ SLIIT recently hosted a networking and awareness event for media representatives and other stakeholders to provide awareness about the range of courses and programmes offered by the institute whilst also shedding light on

Resplendent Ceylon, the renowned Sri Lankan luxury hospitality unit of Dilmah and Across Ceylon, a leading adventure travel company, are excited to announce their collaborative endeavour ‘Tour de Resplendent’, an exhilarating cycling tour that tr

Premier Sri Lankan hospitality chain Aitken Spence Hotels reiterated its commitment to unparalleled service excellence in the hospitality industry, with a stunning succession of accolades last month. The company’s properties in Sri Lanka, India an

Sun Siyam Resorts, a renowned and multi-award-winning Maldivian hospitality group, is pleased to introduce Arshed Refai as General Manager and Dulanka De Mel as Sales and Marketing Manager at Sun Siyam Pasikudah in Sri Lanka. Their appointment comes

Essilor Lanka, the Sri Lankan arm of Essilor, the world No 1 in lenses, reaffirmed its commitment to quality and innovation with the unveiling of its upgraded laboratory. This investment in advanced machinery and technology aligns with Essilor Lanka

Platinum Immigration Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd, known for its expertise in immigration services, organised a pre-departure session, the first-ever event of this nature, to assist about 50 individuals who are preparing to embark on their Canadian journey.

International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), a leader in healthcare education in South Asia, takes immense pride in announcing the grand inauguration of the IIHS Multiversity, a sustainable international-standard nurse training centre. This mo

Alpha Industries, the premier safety solution provider in Sri Lanka, turns 60 this year. Alpha Industries operates under the umbrella of Finco group and has been ensuring that Sri Lankans get the best safety solutions possible, for six decades. Apart

Exterminators PLC and Sentario UK Limited Founder and Managing Director Marlon Ferreira has been recognised for his outstanding entrepreneurship at the Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, held at the BMICH Colombo. Ferreira was awarded as th

DIMO Healthcare, the healthcare arm of the leading diversified conglomerate DIMO, together with ZEISS, a globally renowned technology enterprise operating in the optics and optoelectronics sphere, introduced ZEISS CT LUCIA 621P Monofocal Intraocular

Vision Care, Sri Lanka’s leading vision and eyewear solutions provider, has further solidified its commitment to delivering high-quality eyecare services by opening its newest branch at Havelock City Mall, the ultimate modern lifestyle suburban mal

Daraz officially launched the 11.11 Biggest Sale of the Year, giving it a more significant role with the aim of elevating the online retail experience for buyers and sellers alike. Within the first 24 hours of the sale, Daraz helped connect over 620,

Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka for the first twelve days of November totaled 55,491, indicating an improved rate compared to the previous month. Provisional data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) revealed that the daily arrival

A heightened emphasis on lending has seen the Commercial Bank Group increase gross loans and advances by Rs. 51.404 billion in the third quarter of 2023 at a monthly average of Rs. 17.135 billion, growing its loan book by 4.33 percent over three mont

Sampath Bank PLC reported higher profits in the three months ending September 2023 (3Q23) as the bank set aside only a fraction of provisions against potential loans and other losses this year compared to a year ago, benefiting from improving operati

Premier business chamber Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said yesterday it views the national budget 2024 as a crucial move to rectify previous economic issues and establish groundwork for lasting growth. However, it is noted that the success of this budg

The Lord Buddha has elucidated on a concept called ‘Samjeewikatha’ (balance living). He explained this concept in the ‘Vyagghapajja Sutta’. The concept elaborates on how to balance our budget. The Buddha has advised against leading a pompous