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GoviLab AgriTech accelerator : Empowering Sri Lankan farmers through technology

GoviLab AgriTech accelerator : Empowering Sri Lankan farmers through technology

The Regional Demo Day of the GoviLab AgriTech Accelerator concluded successfully on the 2nd of March 2025, at the Farm Mechanization Training Centre in …

March 5, 2025 | Featured, In Pictures, Other | Read More
Capital Trust Properties (Pvt) Ltd. joins Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Capital Trust Properties (Pvt) Ltd. joins Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Capital Trust Properties (CTP), recognized as the largest property transaction company in Sri Lanka and a one-stop shop for all real estate services from A to …

March 4, 2025 | Companies, Industry, Real Estate & Construction | Read More
Ceylinco Life retains No 1 spot in life insurance with premium income of Rs 37.14 bn. in 2024

Ceylinco Life retains No 1 spot in life insurance with premium income of Rs 37.14 bn. in 2024

Total income tops Rs 65.54 billion, with investment income of Rs 28.4 billionTotal assets cross Rs 250 billion milestonePays Rs 25 billion in net claims and …

March 4, 2025 | Insurance | Read More
Serendib Frontier Capital Raises Rs. 475 Mn in Tier II Subordinated Debt for MBSL

Serendib Frontier Capital Raises Rs. 475 Mn in Tier II Subordinated Debt for MBSL

Serendib Frontier Capital has successfully structured and placed Rs. 475 million in Tier II qualifying subordinated debt for Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & …

March 4, 2025 | Banking and Finance | Read More
TRI-ZEN by John Keells Properties Celebrates Completion as Largest Residential Development in Heart of Colombo

TRI-ZEN by John Keells Properties Celebrates Completion as Largest Residential Development in Heart of Colombo

John Keells Properties and Indra Traders hosted an event on the 28th of February 2025 to mark the successful completion of TRI-ZEN, the largest residential …

March 1, 2025 | Real Estate & Construction | Read More
ComBank posts stellar results in 2024 after absorbing a SLISB restructure loss of Rs 45 bn

ComBank posts stellar results in 2024 after absorbing a SLISB restructure loss of Rs 45 bn

Net reversal of Rs 62 Bn. in impairment provisions compensates for loss from sovereign bonds restructuring  Further accelerates lending with loan book …

March 1, 2025 | Banking and Finance | Read More
IMF Executive Board Completes the Third Review Under the Extended Fund Facility

IMF Executive Board Completes the Third Review Under the Extended Fund Facility

The IMF Executive Board completed the Third Review under the 48-month Extended Fund Facility with Sri Lanka, providing the country with immediate access to SDR …

March 1, 2025 | Economy | Read More
CA Sri Lanka’s 2025 Curriculum Redefines the Chartered Accountant’s Role for Tomorrow’s Challenges

CA Sri Lanka’s 2025 Curriculum Redefines the Chartered Accountant’s Role for Tomorrow’s Challenges

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) launched its transformative 2025 curriculum on 27th February 2025, marking a significant …

February 28, 2025 | Special Reports | Read More
89% of IT leaders worry GenAI flaws could negatively impact their organization’s cybersecurity strategies

89% of IT leaders worry GenAI flaws could negatively impact their organization’s cybersecurity strategies

Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks today released a new report, “Beyond the Hype: The Businesses Reality of …

February 28, 2025 | In Pictures, Other | Read More
The Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association announces JASTECA awards 2025

The Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association announces JASTECA awards 2025

The Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association (JASTECA) announced the launch of the prestigious JASTECA Awards 2025, reaffirming its commitment to …

February 28, 2025 | Featured, In Pictures, Other | Read More
Alliance Finance Company Launches Green Bond on the Colombo Stock Exchange

Alliance Finance Company Launches Green Bond on the Colombo Stock Exchange

Alliance Finance Company PLC (AFC), Sri Lanka’s oldest operating non-banking financial institution, marked a significant milestone with the issuance of its …

February 28, 2025 | Markets | Read More
Japan to Invest in Sri Lanka’s Digital Transformation and Port Development

Japan to Invest in Sri Lanka’s Digital Transformation and Port Development

President Anura Kumara Disanayake met with Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, H. E. Mr. Akio ISOMATA, this morning (27) at the President’s Office. During the …

February 27, 2025 | Shipping and Transport, Technology | Read More
Public Advisory on the Misuse of the Term ‘Finance’

Public Advisory on the Misuse of the Term ‘Finance’

Sri Lanka's Central Bank has issued a warning regarding the unauthorized use of the terms ‘finance,’ ‘financing,’ and ‘financial’ in business names …

February 27, 2025 | Banking and Finance | Read More
Opinion: Will NPP’s maiden budget discourage private investment and FDI?

Opinion: Will NPP’s maiden budget discourage private investment and FDI?

By Indika Hettiarachchi Sri Lanka is a capital staved nation urgently in need to boost private investment to catalyze economic development. In such background …

February 26, 2025 | Watch Tower | Read More
Opinion: 2025 Budget; A Catalyst for Capital Market Development & Enhanced Corporate Governance

Opinion: 2025 Budget; A Catalyst for Capital Market Development & Enhanced Corporate Governance

By Uddeepa Peiris Sri Lanka's 2025 budget, introduced by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, aims to revitalize the nation's economy post-crisis. This article …

February 26, 2025 | Watch Tower | Read More
First Set of Vehicle Imports to Arrive at Hambantota International Port

First Set of Vehicle Imports to Arrive at Hambantota International Port

The first set of vehicle imports for the local market after the ban was lifted will arrive on Thursday, the 27th at midnight, the Hambantota International Port …

February 26, 2025 | Shipping and Transport | Read More
CBL Group expands global footprint with entry into Kenya

CBL Group expands global footprint with entry into Kenya

CBL Group, a food conglomerate, has entered the Kenyan market by establishing a distribution hub as part of its strategic move to strengthen exports and …

February 25, 2025 | Companies, Featured, Industry | Read More
Gourmet Galle welcomes Tom Parker Bowles to Colombo and Galle

Gourmet Galle welcomes Tom Parker Bowles to Colombo and Galle

Gourmet Galle hosts Tom Parker Bowles, son of Queen Camilla, at 1864, Galle Face Hotel in Colombo for an unforgettable Royal Banquet. Gourmet Galle brings its …

February 25, 2025 | In Pictures, Other | Read More
JAAF welcomes budget 2025, calls for caution on removal of SVAT

JAAF welcomes budget 2025, calls for caution on removal of SVAT

Similarly, initiatives such as the National Single Window, e-cargo tracking, scanners, revisions to Customs law, and improvements in logistics and Customs …

February 25, 2025 | Apparel, Featured, Industry | Read More
Dredging Operation at Hambantota International Port to Restore Harbor Depth

Dredging Operation at Hambantota International Port to Restore Harbor Depth

The Hambantota International Port (HIP) began maintenance dredging this month in order to restore the harbour’s original depth. The operation undertaken by …

February 23, 2025 | Shipping and Transport | Read More
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