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Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLEDB) in collaboration with University of Kelaniya organized a seminar and a mini innovation exhibition for the Sri Lankan Electronic and Electrical sector exporters and manufacturers on 03rd September 2026 at the University of Kelaniya. This was organized with the assistance of Centre for Technology Transfer and Industry Linkage (CTTIL),…
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Senaro Motor Company has made history in Sri Lanka’s two-wheeler sector by launching the nation’s first-ever Premier Center dedicated to the motorcycle industry, located at Jubilee Post Junction, Nugegoda while also unveiling its latest motorcycle model, the Senaro RR250. Senaro, a 100% Sri Lankan-owned motorcycle company with a 23-year history, has expanded its retail footprint…
ALIF-SL 2026 to bring 30+ international artists to Colombo, headlined by world No. 1 salsa team Tropical Gem from Italy ALIF-SL, Sri Lanka’s first-ever international Afro-Latin dance festival, returns for its 4th edition from 25 to 27 September 2026 at the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo. The festival will bring together over 30 international and national…
Global furniture fittings leader marks 10 years of growth and partnership in Sri Lanka and unveils Blaupunkt built-in kitchen appliances. Hettich, the globally renowned German manufacturer of furniture fittings and architectural hardware known for its state-of-the-art manufacturing plants and magical interior solutions across the world celebrated a significant milestone in Sri Lanka, marking 10 years…
All three of Emirates’ French gateways are now served with the award-winning Premium Economy cabin Since launching in Lyon and Nice, Premium Economy has maintained a healthy load factor for both in- and outbound passengers Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will deploy the retrofitted A380 on the Dubai-Paris route from 25 October 2026, introducing…
Hot Pot has long been a much-loved dining tradition across Asia, bringing people together around a simmering pot of broth, fresh ingredients and shared conversation. At Spice 8, City of Dreams Sri Lanka introduces this interactive style of dining in a refined setting, available 24 hours a day. For many people across China and other…
MAS Holdings, the official clothing sponsor for Team Sri Lanka, today unveiled and handed over the national contingent’s official kit ahead of the 20th Asian Games, Aichi–Nagoya 2026. The Games will be held from 19 September to 4 October 2026 in Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya, Japan. Developed in partnership with the National Olympic Committee of…
Katunayake’s Davindra Mendis Playground came alive with music, flavour and celebration as Coca-Cola Sri Lanka hosted the Coke Kottu Beat Party on Sunday, 6 September 2026. The event brought together food and music lovers for an evening of lively entertainment, a plethora of mouthwatering culinary offerings and refreshing Coca-Cola, creating a vibrant celebration of Sri…
Union Bank opened its 2nd ATM/CDM in Trincomalee recently. The new cash point offering 24×7 cash deposits and withdrawals and is conveniently located at Uppuveli providing easy access to local community as well as foreign tourists for international cards. First transaction was carried out by Mr & Mrs Sivapalan Krishanand Directors of Uppuveli Beach hotel…
Treinetic (Pvt) Ltd marked its 12th anniversary with the opening of The Legends Lounge, a new hospitality and lifestyle venture, in Malabe on 9 September 2026. The opening marked the Sri Lankan software product engineering company’s expansion beyond the technology sector. The new venue brings together food, coffee, wellness, work and leisure within a single…
Beijing, Malaysia and Pearl Bay set to deliver another year of unforgettable experiences for policyholder families Some journeys are measured in miles, others are measured in memories. Ceylinco Life’s Family Savari, launched last week for the 20th year, has been creating the latter, bringing generations of policyholder families together for experiences to treasure long after…
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Discussions focus on Colombo’s future, regional port development, shipping connectivity and the resilience of global supply chains. A delegation led by Chairperson Laura DiBella and Commissioner Robert J. Harvey of the United States Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) visited the Port of Colombo this morning for discussions with the Chairman and senior management of the Sri…
SmartVista provides the payments infrastructure behind the multilingual experience BPC, global leader in payments technology, has supported DFCC Bank in introducing Sri Lanka’s first ATM and Cash Recycler Machine experience available in eight languages. The innovation is backed by modernised ATM, CRM, card-switching and card-issuing infrastructure implemented through BPC’s next generation SmartVista platform. Making self-service…
The new Pro lineup introduces variable aperture with the most advanced camera in an iPhone, incredible battery life, next‑level performance, and Siri AI, all powered by A20 Pro Apple announced iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, delivering the most advanced pro camera system in an iPhone, and huge leaps in battery life and…
Reuters – Asian stocks slid on Thursday as the biggest wave of attacks on shipping in the widening war in the Middle East kept oil prices above $100 a barrel, leaving investors nervous ahead of U.S. inflation data that will influence monetary policy. Benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yields held steady at 4.8406% after scaling their highest since…
iPhone Duo features a breakthrough foldable design that’s beautiful, versatile, and durable, opening up possibilities that feel entirely new yet remarkably familiar Apple introduced iPhone Duo, the first foldable iPhone. Opened, it is the thinnest iPhone ever, with a 7.6-inch inner display that provides a large canvas for viewing content, gaming, and multitasking, and a special…
Vipul Misra has been appointed Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, with effect from today (9 September). Bringing over two decades of aircraft engineering and aviation leadership experience, Misra’s background spans across significantly large commercial carriers including Air India, Vistara, Indigo, SpiceJet, Kingfisher Airlines, and Air Deccan. His comprehensive expertise across legacy, full-service,…
The Tea Exporters Association (TEA) held its 27th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Grand Marquee, Taj Samudra Hotel, bringing together stakeholders, government officials and industry leaders under the theme “Navigating Challenges.” The AGM confirmed the re-appointing of Mr. Huzefa Akbarally as Chairman for 2026/2027. Delivering his address, Chairman Mr. Huzefa Akbarally said: “This has…
Reuters – Benchmark Brent crude oil futures rose past $100 a barrel on Wednesday, hitting a more than six-week high and breaching the symbolic threshold for the first time since July 24 as intensifying conflict in the Middle East heightened concerns about oil flows from the region. Brent crude futures were up $2.01, or 2.05%,…
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Confidence in the economy strengthened in August with a larger share of corporate executives anticipating an improvement in the months ahead. However, the outlook remains cautious with half of those surveyed expecting economic conditions to remain unchanged amid rising costs and continued uncertainty surrounding the broader economic milieu. THE ECONOMY The latest LMD-PEPPERCUBE Business Confidence…
Sri Lanka’s external current account recorded a deficit of US $142 million in July 2026, marking the fourth consecutive month in negative territory as the nation navigates severe headwinds from geopolitical developments in the Middle East. According to the latest data, the cumulative external current account has slid into a deficit of US $387 million…
Conrad Dias, Vice Chairman of the Fintech Forum Sri Lanka and Chairman of LOLC Finance PLC, believes the next stage of Sri Lanka’s fintech journey is about helping local fintech companies access larger regional markets, strengthen collaboration with banks and regulators, and build an ecosystem capable of sustaining long-term growth. For Sri Lanka’s fintech companies,…
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