Seylan Bank PLC has achieved a significant milestone under the Seylan Atha Hitha loan programme, a government-funded initiative introduced to re-energise Sri Lanka’s micro, small, and medium-scale enterprise (MSME) sector in line with the national economic recovery strategy. The programme, implemented with funding support from the Ministry of Finance, is designed to provide accessible and…
Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), is glad to celebrate International Women’s Day under its flagship Blockchain4Her initiative, aligned with its beliefs of inclusion and gender diversity as critical drivers of long-term growth in the blockchain industry. Anchored around the question “How can we achieve mass adoption without women?”, the campaign challenges the industry…
Sri Lanka’s rubber industry entered 2025 under mounting pressure from weakening global demand and policy uncertainty to persistent disease outbreaks, labour shortages and rising production costs. By 2026, a further 15% wage increase intensified existing cost pressures, raising concerns about the long-term viability of rubber plantations. While the sector has long played a strategic role…
In a significant milestone for the Sri Lankan hospitality industry, Fairway Colombo, a company of Fairway Holdings, has been awarded the prestigious title of Most Technologically Advanced Hotel – Sri Lanka 2025 by World Business Outlook. The award solidifies the hotel’s reputation as the benchmark for “smart” stays, recognizing its seamless integration of digital innovation…
Walkers Tours officially unveiled its dedicated sports tourism brand, Walkers Sports, at the internationally acclaimed IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo, held from 19th to 22nd February 2026. With over 57 years of industry expertise, Walkers Tours stands as one of Sri Lanka’s most established destination management companies, delivering tailored travel solutions with professionalism and operational excellence. Over…
The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026 recognised the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) in, as the leading non-state higher education institution in Sri Lanka. The recognition reflects SLIIT’s strengthening academic reputation and institutional performance. Commenting on the achievement, Prof. Lalith Gamage, Managing Director of SLIIT, stated, “SLIIT ranks as Sri…
The much-awaited 147th Battle of the Blues between Royal College Colombo and St. Thomas’ College Colombo is set to take place from March 12th to 14th, bringing together generations of Royalists and Thomians for Sri Lanka’s most celebrated school cricket encounter. Adding to the excitement, Full’r Burgers has been named the Official Burger Partner for…
David Pieris Motor Company (Private) Limited, Sri Lanka’s largest automotive company and the sole distributor for Bajaj products in Sri Lanka, recently awarded prizes to the winners of the “Bajaj Genuine Supiri Ware” a consumer promotion conducted for customers who purchased Bajaj Genuine Spare Parts. At the grand finale draw of this mega promotional campaign,…
As Sri Lanka joins millions across the world in celebrating the sacred month of Ramadan this February, a familiar rhythm returns; one of reflection, gratitude, unity, and shared humanity. Across towns and cities, families gather at sunset, mosques fill with prayer, and communities once again embrace the beauty of togetherness that defines this holy season….
David Pieris Automobiles (Pvt) Ltd., the four-wheeler sales arm of the David Pieris Group of Companies, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Commercial Bank of Ceylon to introduce specially structured leasing solutions for the GWM and BAIC range of vehicles in Sri Lanka. This collaboration reinforces the shared commitment of both organisations to…
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