Revenue up 7% YoY to Rs. 8.1 billion Absolute gross profit increases 14% YoY with 2% increase in GP margin to 36% Local revenue up 9% YoY, despite the aftermath of cyclone Ditwah, trajectory for next quarter expected to be fluid due to pent-up demand Mirotone NZ acquisition expands JAT’s international footprint Ranked #3 in…
World Bank Group Executive Director Parameswaran Iyer is on an official visit to Sri Lanka to strengthen development cooperation and support the country’s economic growth efforts. Mr. Iyer, who represents Sri Lanka and several regional countries on the World Bank’s Executive Board, met with Secretary to the Treasury and Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic…
The Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) calls for applications for the Saman Kelegama Memorial Research Grant 2026, established in 2018 in memory of Dr. Saman Kelegama, former Executive Director of IPS, to support policy‑relevant socio‑economic research by undergraduate students. The Grant is a merit‑based annual award open to undergraduate students currently in…
Sri Lanka presented a clear message of confidence, reform, and long-term opportunity at the Exclusive Port City Colombo Investor Forum held on 27th January 2026 at the Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. Jointly organised by the High Commission of Sri Lanka in Singapore and Port City Colombo, the forum positioned Port City Colombo as the centrepiece of…
Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, announced the launch of Dialog Play, the new brand identity that brings together Dialog Television and Dialog ViU under a single, unified entertainment platform. Anchored by the brand promise “Entertainment, Unlocked,” Dialog Play represents a significant evolution in how Dialog delivers entertainment — offering customers greater choice,…
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), in association with the Embassy of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, successfully convened an investor forum on Saturday 24th January 2026 at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Center. Alongside the forum, the SEC and…
CT Land Development PLC has announced the appointment of former Auditor General of Sri Lanka, Mr. Widana Pathiranage Chulantha Wickramaratne, as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective from 3 February 2026. The appointment was made following a recommendation by the company’s Nominations and Governance Committee and approved by the Board of Directors via a circular resolution…
Elevate Your Escape: Agoda’s Guide to Asia’s Must-Visit Hill Stations Digital travel platform Agoda invites travelers to discover Asia’s enchanting hill stations, where serene landscapes and cool climates offer a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle. From the colonial charm of Shimla to the lush tea gardens of Cameron Highlands, these destinations promise rejuvenation and…
Hemas Holdings PLC reported resilient financial performance for the nine months ended 31 December 2025, supported by strong growth in its Healthcare and Mobility sectors, despite temporary disruptions from Cyclone Ditwah and selective macroeconomic pressures. The Group recorded a 7.5% increase in cumulative earnings to Rs. 5.9 billion on revenue growth of 9.4% to Rs….
Elevating Sri Lanka’s digital governance framework to a new level, the nationwide implementation of the ‘GovPay’ digital traffic fine payment system was successfully completed on 3rd February 2026. Launched initially as a pilot project in April 2025 across 11 police stations, the initiative has now been systematically expanded to cover all nine provinces of the…
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