Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has introduced South Asia’s first 5G MiFi with eSIM capability and Wi-Fi 6 technology, offering a powerful portable internet solution for ultra-fast and reliable connectivity on the move. The launch strengthens Dialog’s leadership in next-generation connectivity, powered by Sri Lanka’s largest and fastest-growing 5G network with over…
Captain Daminda Rambukwella, Director General of Civil Aviation of Sri Lanka, held a bilateral meeting with the Capacity Development and Implementation (CDI) Bureau of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) on the sidelines of the 61st Conference of Directors General of Civil Aviation of the Asia and Pacific Regions (DGCA/61) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The…
Omnicom Completed its IPG Acquisition Expanding its Global Advertising Network in Dec 2025 MullenLowe Sri Lanka now Transitions to BBDO Sri Lanka as an Omnicom Affiliate Eight-Time Effie Agency of the Year and Five-Time Campaign South Asia Agency of the Year Two Consecutive Years Among APAC’s Top 20 & Global Top 100 Most Effective Agency…
Reuters – AI-connected stocks fell sharply in early Asian trading on Monday after the CEOs of the companies developing the most advanced AI models warned the pace of development must slow to prevent threats to humanity. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called on AI companies to slow the rate at which they advance model capabilities amid…
Citrus Leisure PLC recently announced the appointment of Nirekshe Perera as Group Chief Executive Officer – Designate, effective 1st September 2026. Nirekshe is a seasoned hospitality executive with over 25 years of leadership experience spanning luxury hotels, integrated leisure complexes, large-scale MICE operations and banking CRM. His career includes leadership roles across prominent local and…
Classic Destinations (Pvt) Ltd hosted a delegation of approximately 30 leading travel agents from the Punjab Travel Agents Association (PTAA) of India for a familiarization programme across Sri Lanka. The visiting Indian delegation traveled to experience Sri Lanka firsthand, explore key tourism products and properties, and establish future business partnerships. During their stay on the…
Reuters – Oil prices slipped on Friday but were still up more than 7% for the week and U.S. diesel prices hit a record high as attacks along key Middle East shipping routes stoked prolonged supply disruption fears. Brent crude futures were down $3.75, or 3.48%, to $103.88 a barrel at 1012 GMT. U.S. West…
Reuters – Microsoft plans to build out its data-center capacity to about 38 gigawatts by 2032, more than triple its current footprint, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter. Here are some details: According to the report only about 2 gigawatts of the company’s current 12-gigawatt capacity is centered on AI-specific chips,…
The Sri Lanka–Indonesia Business Council of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce held its 3rd Annual General Meeting recently, bringing together Council members and key stakeholders to review the Council’s activities and priorities for the year ahead. The AGM was graced by Her Excellency Dewi Gustina Tobing, Ambassador of Indonesia to Sri Lanka and Patron of…
Sampath Bank PLC announced the appointment of Mr. Dilip de S Wijeyeratne as Deputy Chairman, effective 10th September 2026, further strengthening the Bank’s leadership as it advances its strategic priorities and continues to evolve as a purpose-led, technology-enabled financial institution. Mr. Wijeyeratne brings extensive experience across banking, finance, risk management and compliance, investment banking and…
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