The book titled “Sustaining Transformative Growth in Sri Lanka (2025–2030)”, jointly produced by ODI Global and the Centre for Poverty Analysis (CEPA), was officially launched on 8 January 2026 at the Sri Lanka Foundation in Colombo, under the patronage and participation of the book’s eight authors. Sri Lanka stands at a critical crossroads. Having emerged…
Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, proudly announced its landmark strategic partnership with UnionPay International, one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing global payment networks. The agreement was signed in the presence of the Chairman of China UnionPay and UnionPay International, Mr. Dong Junfeng and the Director / Group Chief Executive of Dialog…
Marriott Bonvoy Forges Global Partnership with International Cricket Council, Offering Members Unparalleled Access to Global Cricket Events Marriott Bonvoy appointed Official Accommodation Partner in multi-year strategic partnership. Marriott Bonvoy and the International Cricket Council (ICC) have signed a strategic partnership which will see Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform appointed the Official Accommodation Partner for ICC through…
Sri Lanka’s annual Workers’ Remittances (Inflows) surpassed the USD 8 billion mark for the first time in history in 2025, according to the latest data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). The Central Bank’s most recent report shows that total Workers’ Remittances (Inflows) for 2025 amounted to USD 8.07 billion, marking a…
The annual plastic insurance card currently issued by insurance companies to vehicle owners will be phased out in the future. In its place, arrangements are underway to introduce a permanent digital insurance card (e-card), developed under the guidance of the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL). A special awareness programme was organized by the…
(Reuters) – China’s annual consumer price inflation accelerated to a 34-month high in December, driven by rising food prices, but the full-year rate slumped to the lowest in 16 years while producer deflation persisted, indicating persistent softness in demand. The December consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.8% from the same month in 2024, National Bureau…
Wealthtrust Securities Limited marked the debut trading of its 71,548,244 ordinary voting shares (Symbol: WLTH.N0000) on the Diri Savi Board of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) today (8th January 2026) which saw a 167.14% price share increase by the end of the trading day. The Initial Public Offer (IPO), which took place on 17th December…
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) resumed regular trading today (08) following the unexpected market disruption experienced yesterday, recording a strong rebound marked by a turnover exceeding Rs. 12 billion. Trading commenced as usual this morning after yesterday’s session was halted amid irregular transactions. The most notable highlight of today’s trading was a total turnover of…
Lanka Securities (Pvt) Ltd has rejected media claims linking the firm to the recent trading disruption at the Colombo Stock Exchange, stating it did not place any irregular pre-open orders. NOTICE Lanka Securities (Pvt) Ltd wishes to clarify reports relating to the recent trading disruption at the Colombo Stock Exchange. Lanka Securities did not place…
The Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL), the apex professional body representing the nation’s information and communication technology (ICT) sector, has announced the appointment of its new Council for 2026 at the 37th AGM Of CSSL held at Cinnamon Life Colombo, marking a historic milestone as the Society celebrates 50 years of service to Sri…
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