The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) will be conducting its next Digital Payments Promotion Campaign for 2025 on 22nd and 23rd March 2025 in Nuwara Eliya, with the participation of the Governor of CBSL, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe. Mobile payment apps service providers including banks, finance companies and e-money service providers such as telecommunication companies,…
PayMedia, a leading fintech solutions provider, has played a pivotal role in the development of the upgraded DhiraaguPay platform, launched by Dhiraagu Fintech. This innovative payment solution introduces cutting-edge features designed to enhance the digital payment experience for individuals and businesses across the Maldives. The upgraded DhiraaguPay platform now offers a more seamless, secure, and…
The Ministry of Environment, UNDP and WFP in Sri Lanka collaboratively encourage mainstreaming the use of traditional underutilised crops. The ‘Lesser-Known Foods of Sri Lanka’ campaign – an advocacy initiative launched by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the World Food Programme (WFP) in Sri Lanka together with the Ministry of Environment launched on…
WNS Global Services, a leading provider of Business Process Management (BPM) solutions, announced that it will be expanding its operations significantly in Orion City, Colombo 9. Since its establishment in 2013, WNS has expanded to occupy more than 21,000 square feet in the Anton Building, one of Orion City’s most prestigious locations. WNS has now…
Hatch, Sri Lanka’s leading startup ecosystem, has introduced the Startup Nation Initiative, a revolutionary effort to elevate the country’s entrepreneurial ecosystem to the next level. Building on its rapid growth—from having only 18 startups in 2018 to 700+ startups and 800 seats today—Hatch is growing to 3,000 seats, solidifying its status as the pillar of…
Curtin University Colombo, successfully conducted the 2025 Graduation ceremony on March 8 at the Forum, Cinnamon Life. The Graduation celebrated the achievements of its graduating class and honoured outstanding alumni contributions. Professor Lalith Gamage, Chairman, Curtin University Colombo, commenced the ceremony delivering the opening note, followed by an official welcome from Professor Harlene Hayne, CNZM…
Tamil Academy by Chintha Wijesooriya has been recognized as a leader in Tamil education in Sri Lanka, earning multiple prestigious awards in 2024. The academy received the Pinnacle Award for Best Tamil Academy of the Year, the Women Legend Award for Best Tamil Teacher of the Year, and the Asia Business Award for the Most…
The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), a pioneer in healthcare training for over 23 years, has partnered with the University of Surrey, UK, to revolutionise healthcare education in Sri Lanka and the broader South Asian region. This will create a world-class academic pathway for aspiring nursing and healthcare professionals, as well as young individuals…
Sanasa Life Insurance was certified as ‘A Great Place to Work’ for the second consecutive year by the global authority on workplace culture. “As a responsible organization that cares for its employees, Sanasa Life Insurance has its staff at heart”, says CEO of the company Mr. Nuwanpriya Gunawardane. “This certification goes to prove our commitment…
Amicis Holdings (Pvt) Ltd, a leading Autodesk reseller in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, has been honored with the Autodesk Emerging SAARC Partner of the Year Award at a prestigious ceremony in Udaipur, India. The award was received by Mr. Deric John and Mr. Prabath Wickramarachchi, Co-Founders and Directors of Amicis Holdings, recognizing the company’s exceptional growth, market…
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