Global Business Excellence Awards 2025, a prestigious hallmark of corporate achievement, was held recently at the BMICH Main Hall, Colombo.

ProMobi Technologies announced that Scalefusion, its leading unified management solution, has partnered with Connex Information Technologies, a value-added technology solutions provider in Sri Lanka.

Mark and Comm, in collaboration with the Public Relations and Communications Association Asia Pacific (PRCA APAC), hosted a regional webinar for Sri Lanka titled ‘PR in the Age of Disruption’ recently.

Acuity Knowledge Partners, a leading provider of bespoke technology, analytics and research to the financial services sector, announced the launch of a market leading, deep domain specific Agentic AI platform - Agent Fleet for banks, asset managers a

DFCC Bank announced a strategic partnership with The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Centre for SMEs, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening Sri Lanka’s small and medium enterprise (SME) sector.

People’s Bank Chairman Prof. Narada Fernando presented People’s Bank’s annual report for the year 2024 to Finance and Planning Deputy Minister Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, at the Finance Ministry, Colombo 1, recently.

Hatton National Bank (HNB) PLC has successfully captured a large number of merchants through mini-point-of-sale (POS) devices, marking a significant milestone in its support of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Sri Lanka.

Vallibel Finance has expanded its network with the opening of two new branches in Pilimathalawa and Galewela.

LOLC Holdings PLC entered into a strategic partnership with Tomorrow Financial Solutions (TFS) Australia.

Orient Finance PLC has launched a heartfelt campaign that brings to life the real story of a three-wheeler driver.

Aitken Spence Travels has once again been recertified with the prestigious Travelife-Certified sustainability certification.

Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry could face severe economic fallout if the United States moves ahead with the proposed reciprocal tariff, the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) cautioned.

A proposed increase in US tariff rates on rubber products could devastate Sri Lanka’s export sector, risking 150,000 livelihoods and destabilising rural economies, Sri Lanka Association of Manufacturers and Exporters of Rubber Products (SLAMERP) C

Fitch Ratings has assigned Bank of Ceylon’s (BOC, CCC+/CCC+/AA-(lka)/Stable) proposed Sri Lankan rupee-denominated Basel III-compliant subordinated debentures of up to Rs. 15 billion a final National Long-Term Rating of ‘A(lka)’.

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) & Sri Lanka Embassy in Japan, announced the successful completion of Sri Lanka’s participation at Japan IT Week Spring 2025, held

As part of its enduring commitment to nurturing future leaders and contributing towards the advancement of the country’s professional and business landscape, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) awarded scholarships to

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Pan Asia Banking Corporation, C T Holdings and DFCC Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.9 bn.

Pivoting from the subdued sentiment seen in the previous week, the secondary market began the month with renewed buying interest, leading to moderate trading volumes.

Shangri-La Colombo and Shangri-La Hambantota are set to redefine luxury weddings with Weddings by Shangri-La - The Luxe Edit, an exclusive showcase of exquisite wedding experiences.

NKAR has successfully brought one of Australia’s largest tour operators, Holiday Max, based in Perth, to Sri Lanka for the very first time.

Domino’s Pizza announced the opening of its latest outlet at Havelock City in Colombo. Known for fast delivery and exceptional pizzas, Domino’s Sri Lanka continues to be among the fastest-growing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) brands in the count

SLT-Mobitel recently rewarded the lucky customer of its special ‘Roam and Win’ campaign with an all-inclusive tour package to Thailand, as part of its special roaming promotional campaign.

​Lean & Fit, the leader in high-quality, calorie-counted meals in Sri Lanka, is expanding its presence by opening its newest outlet in Welisara.

Salon Sudarshani Academy of Haircutting has been awarded as the Most Trending Haircut Training Academy at the Entrepreneurial Excellency Awards organised by the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Community Development (CECD).

NDB Bank reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing home-grown inventions and innovations by partnering with the Sri Lanka Inventors Commission (SLIC) for the fifth International Inventions and Innovations Exhibition and Competition—‘Sahasak Nimavum.

A collective of one hundred members of Team CDB and their families, gathered on the Wellawatte beach for a clean-up recently, launching the extension to the company’s ‘Life to Our Beaches’ project.

In a vibrant celebration of creativity, Bank of Ceylon (BOC) hosted the Little Picasso National Award Ceremony on 3rd April at BOC Head Office, followed by a three-day public exhibition (3rd-5th April).

Bloom Hills Holdings Pvt. Ltd. was recently recognised with the Gold Award for the Best Educational Institute for Edexcel and Cambridge Examinations at the Business World International Awards.

Haleon Sri Lanka, the makers of Sensodyne, conducted a successful series of impactful oral health initiatives island wide in celebration of Oral Health Day 2025.

In celebration of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, Diva, in collaboration with television channels Ada Derena 24 and Derena TV, brought families together in its unique ‘Diva Pawule Avurudda’ initiative.