SriLankan Airlines yesterday said the flight UL 470 to Seoul was delayed due to one cockpit crew member, who was scheduled for this flight, falling sick. The flight, which was scheduled to depart at 20:20 on June 20, was delayed overnight. “Unfortu

REUTERS: Infant mortality rises and life expectancy falls when sovereign debt defaults are not quickly resolved, a study said yesterday, as negotiations to restructure the debts of countries including Zambia, Sri Lanka and Ghana drag on. In countries

Five selected MOH divisions in Monaragala and Nuwara Eliya will receive fresh attention to help tackle malnutrition, with the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) gearing up to

The US$ 500 million plus ITC development, comprising the Sapphire Residences and super luxury hotel ITC Ratnadipa, occupies pride of place at the centre of Colombo’s most prestigious ocean front location. Overlooking the Galle Face and the Indian O

Ceylon Energy, a strategic alliance of St Theresa Industries, recently announced its exclusive partnership with Hubbell Power Systems Inc., a global leader in cutting-edge technology solutions, to introduce Helical Anchors, a revolutionary technology

Following the growing interest from investors in their esteemed projects, Sunrise Ridge and Peacock Valley at Victoria Golf Resort, John Keells Properties is excited to announce the launch of their newest project, Ridgeview. Offering 18 premium land

Working to revive and revitalise the real estate industry, HNB PLC, renewed its long standing partnership with the market leader Prime Group to offer prospective home owners with low interest rates and exclusive benefits.

Trans Asia Cellular (Pvt) Ltd. -Sri Lanka’s top mobile phone accessories and telecommunications parts provider-has opened its first international retail store in Dubai, UAE, heralding the first steps for the brand’s global expansion plans.

99x commenced operations at its technology centre in Malaysia, as part of its global expansion strategy. The technology centre was recently recognized with the Malaysia Digital status by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) as a contributo

ChallengerX, marked Sri Lanka’s inaugural AI and Machine Learning-focused Incubator Programme emerging from a collaboration between IFS and Hatch. The programme came to a close with 2 out of the 6 selected teams winning over Rs.2 million in prizes

SriLankan Airlines today said the flight UL 470 to Seoul was delayed due to one cockpit crew member, who was scheduled for this flight, falling sick.

National inflation as measured by National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) eased to 22.1 percent in May on a year-on-year (YoY) basis from 33.6 percent in April.

Ceylon Tea exports have moved towards a positive growth trajectory in May, breaking the downward trend witnessed in the first four months of the year. Provisional data released....

Former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn has reportedly sued the carmaker for more than US$1bn. The filing marks Ghosn’s latest effort to clear his name after he was ousted from the firm in 2018....

Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA) yesterday voiced its apprehensions regarding the fairness of the current import regulations and called for a more equitable one that takes into account the struggles...

Alibaba is replacing Daniel Zhang as chairman and CEO as the Chinese tech giant undergoes the biggest shakeup in its history. Joseph Tsai, executive....

Indian carrier IndiGo has made a record order for 500 Airbus A320 aircraft - the largest single purchase agreement by any airline in commercial aviation history. The deal, announced....

John Keells Group was recently awarded for its long-term initiatives in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). John Keells Holdings PLC was the recipient of the award ‘Organisation promoting....

As a final decision on domestic debt optimisation (DDO) is yet to be made, the government on Monday urged interested parties to refrain from making speculatory comments that undermine the stability....

The soon to be established Parliamentary Budget Office will provide an opportunity to uncover the reality of popular proposals in election manifestos, according to State Minister of Finance Ranjith....

The government on Monday ruled out a possible relaxation of the ban on vehicle imports this year due to possible negative impact on the country’s limited foreign exchange reserves and the overall...

Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA) yesterday voiced its apprehensions regarding the fairness of the current import regulations and called for a more equitable one that takes into account the struggles...

Shareholders have approved the resolutions to delist four subsidiaries of Singapore-based Goodhope Asia Holdings Ltd, the holding company of Carson Cumberbatch PLC, at the Extra Ordinary....

In the backdrop of its positive performance trend, Amana Bank recently declared its 6th successive annual dividend, demonstrating the bank’s commitment to deliver long-term value to its shareholders. With this latest...

The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Sampath Bank, Commercial Bank and National Development Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 923 mn. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20...

The Engineering division of SriLankan Airlines continued its streak of firsts with the recent completion of a heavy maintenance check on a Cebu Pacific Air Airbus A330 (Trent 700), marking a foray into providing...

The Tourism Alliance in collaboration with USAID Catalyze recently felicitated 20 Sustainability Champions at a ceremony in Colombo. The Love Sri Lanka Sustainability Programme....

The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) is set to host its 2023 convention in Colombo, from July 6 to 9, at the invitation of the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB). The 67th Convention....

The Culinary Art Food Expo (CAFE), the most comprehensive food and beverage exhibition in Sri Lanka, had its 18th edition this year, showcasing only the best of global cuisine in Colombo, hosted at the BMICH....

LOLC General Insurance (LOLCGI), the fastest growing motor insurer of the country, has announced a strategic tie-up with Stafford Motor Company (Stafford Motors), the sole agent for Honda vehicles....