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The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a mixed outlook today. Market activity remained subdued, with dull momentum prevailing throughout the day, as investors largely adopted a wait-and-see approach ahead of the monetary policy announcement sched

While issuing a gazette notification, the government announced the national minimum monthly wage for all workers in any industry or service as Rs. 27,000, and the national minimum daily wage as Rs. 1,800.

China and Sri Lanka have stepped up bilateral cooperation in heritage-led tourism and cultural economy development, leveraging their historic trade links along the Maritime Silk Road to unlock new economic and diplomatic opportunities.

The Labour Department has resumed its public services, including the payment of funds to its members, after a temporary suspension for essential computer network maintenance work.

Global technology giant IBM yesterday gave thumbs up for Sri Lanka’s efforts in digital transformation while implying the country has the right foundation to achieve its ambitions under the Digital Economy Strategy 2030.

The tea industry showed renewed momentum in April 2025, with monthly production reaching 26.39 million kilograms, marking a year-on-year increase of 4.93 million kgs from 21.46 million kgs recorded in April 2024, official data showed.

In an effort to cushion low-income earners from the unintended impact of recent tax amendments, Sri Lanka is set to introduce a self-declaration system that will allow individuals earning below the tax-free threshold to be exempted from the revised 1

The Labour Department has announced that several of its services, including the payment of funds to its members, will be temporarily suspended for three days starting today.

China and Sri Lanka have stepped up bilateral cooperation in heritage-led tourism and cultural economy development, leveraging their historic trade links along the Maritime Silk Road to unlock new economic and diplomatic opportunities.

Teejay Lanka PLC, the knit fabric maker for the global apparel makers reported some solid top and bottom-line performance for the three months ended in March 2025 while the broadly stable yarn prices, the company’s key raw material, helped the comp

Indices closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Hatton National Bank, Sampath Bank and LOLC Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs. 1.5 bn.

The secondary market continued to reflect a mixed sentiment among participants during yesterday’s trading session, echoing the mixed sentiment observed the day before.

Sysco LABS has been recognised as a Company with Agile Leaders at the inaugural Great Agile Leaders Awards 2025, organised by the Colombo Leadership Academy.

Sri Lanka’s international sovereign bond (ISB) prices were sensitive to global market volatility sparked by US President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement, according to market participants, adding pressure to an otherwise improving credit outloo

HNB announced a strategic partnership with United Motors Lanka PLC (UML) to enhance leasing facilities for Mitsubishi and FUSO vehicles, further expanding access to reliable transportation for individual and business customers.

Celebrating the International Tea Day today (May 21), Emirates and Dilmah Tea will be presenting a complimentary pack of luxury leaf artisan teas to customers on all flights, commemorating a successful 33-year partnership and more than 33 million cup

In an effort to uplift Sri Lanka’s higher education landscape, ESOFT announced that it is stepping up efforts in making the island nation a hub for future-ready professionals trained to lead within an interconnected global workforce.

NDB Bank announced the commencement of applications for the corporate sector competition of Sri Lanka Vanithabhimana 2025, the nation’s most distinguished platform dedicated to honouring and empowering exceptional women.

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently hosted an orientation programme for the newly appointed heads of Sri Lanka missions at the EDB.

Spa Ceylon, the world’s largest luxury ayurveda chain, continued its success streak for global recognition by winning the Best New Personal Care Product at the prestigious Natural and Organic Beauty Innovations Awards 2025, held recently in the UK.

HNB Assurance PLC has launched a 24-hour call centre, enabling the policyholders to connect with the company on all matters related to customer service at any time, from anywhere, using the short code 1301.

Uber Eats is now available in Anuradhapura.

Great Place To Work Sri Lanka unveiled its flagship Regional Conference 2025, set to take place on September 23, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Grand Ballroom, Hilton Colombo.

The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM), a Sri Lankan-born powerhouse in global knowledge facilitation and academic innovation, secured the Silver award in the Service Category, at the prestigious SLIM SME Development Awards (SMED

The Labour Department announced that several of its services, including the payment of funds to its members, will be temporarily suspended for three days starting tomorrow (21).

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a negative note, reversing its recent upward momentum. The downturn was attributed to low investor activity during the day.

Diversified conglomerate Hayleys PLC posted a 40 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase in profit before tax (PBT) to Rs.35.37 billion for the financial year ending March 31, 2025, driven by consistent export earnings and solid performances in its consu

Bank of Ceylon (UK) Ltd announced the appointment of Kavinda de Zoysa as its new Chairman, following the necessary approvals from the relevant financial regulatory authorities in the United Kingdom.