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HNB Sparks Women’s Economic Power on International Women’s Day 2026

HNB PLC marked International Women’s Day 2026 with a powerful call to accelerate women-led enterprise in Sri Lanka. The programme, held 6th of March at HNB Towers, brought together more than 300 women entrepreneurs, business leaders, development partners, academics and policymakers. Addressing the audience, HNB, MD/CEO, Damith Pallewatte explained, “The global theme for International Women’s…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 3:17 pm

Janashakthi Finance Wins Bronze Effie Award for ‘Uplifting the Sri Lankan Three-Wheel Community’ Campaign

Janashakthi Finance PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group), has been awarded the Bronze Effie at the Effie Awards Sri Lanka 2025 in the Finance category for its impactful campaign, “Uplifting the Sri Lankan Three-Wheel Community.” The recognition highlights the Company’s ability to combine creative storytelling with measurable business results, while advancing financial inclusion and…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 3:12 pm

Power World joins hands with Kings Hospital

Power World Gyms, Sri Lanka’s leading fitness brand with over 30 years of promoting healthier lifestyles, has partnered with Kings Hospital Colombo as its Official Wellness Partner. This collaboration brings together expertise in fitness and healthcare to introduce a dedicated wellness programme for the hospital’s staff, supporting their physical and mental well-being. Through this partnership,…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 3:09 pm

The Selvern Trust unlocks new opportunities with barrier-breaking language app

SELVE is an innovative, spoken English app designed to make English communication more accessible through real-time AI-driven support. Developed by the Selvern Trust for people whose career advancement has slowed due to a lack of confidence in speaking English, SELVE functions as an interactive platform to resolve these language barriers. Available for download with a…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 3:08 pm

Ramadan in the Digital Age: How Online Communities Are preserving and sharing Faith, Food and respect

There is a persistent belief that digital platforms dilute faith, that sacred observances lose their depth when ‘sensationalized’ on social media. Yet the experience of Ramadan in Sri Lanka suggests something more complex. Ramadan in Sri Lanka has long been marked by quiet solidarity where communities celebrate alongside their Muslim friends in ways both simple…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 3:06 pm

Alumex PLC Powers Innovation as Official Material Sponsor of ‘Unleashed 2026’

Alumex PLC, Sri Lanka’s leading aluminium extrusion manufacturer, was proud to be the Official Material Sponsor for the event, ‘Unleashed 2026’ – the launch of FALCON E1, a next-generation electric racing car designed and built entirely by students of the University of Moratuwa. Held on 4th March 2026 on the university premises, the event marks…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 3:04 pm

VFS Global-Supported Project VISA Concludes in Kandy, Strengthening Sri Lanka’s Sustainable Tourism Workforce

With support from VFS Global, The National Cleaner Production Centre (NCPC) Sri Lanka, in partnership with ASSIST, has successfully concluded Project VISA – the Vocational Initiative for Sustainable Ambassadors in Tourism. The initiative was designed to strengthen Sri Lanka’s tourism workforce by equipping aspiring and practicing tour guides with essential skills in sustainable and responsible…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 3:00 pm

SCAD Strengthens Sri Lanka–Japan Cooperation Through HRD and Education

SCAD Inc., a legally established, Japan-based human resource and education consulting company, is actively working to strengthen long-term cooperation between Sri Lanka and Japan through employment support, education, and human resource development initiatives for Sri Lankans seeking employment and educational opportunities in Japan. SCAD operates under official licenses issued by the Government of Japan, including…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 11:13 am

Moose Fan App gains significant traction throughout T20 World Cup

As the Men’s T20 World Cup concluded, the Moose Fans App has emerged as a powerful new platform that has transformed how supporters engage with the game. According to the final performance report released in late February 2026, the app has entered what developers refer to as its ‘acceleration phase’. The app is currently transitioning…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 11:10 am

Mintpay Launches No-Expiry Corporate Vouchers Across 2,500+ Merchants

Mintpay has launched its Corporate Gifting Solution, enabling organisations to issue digital vouchers that employees can redeem across more than 2,500 merchants islandwide, giving organisations a more flexible and relevant way to reward their teams. As companies rethink employee engagement, traditional gifts and single store vouchers are increasingly seen as restrictive. Mintpay’s solution allows organisations…

(0)Comments | March 13, 2026 10:40 am

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