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The Colombo Stock Exchange experienced a volatile trading session today (11), with early morning gains giving way to afternoon declines as the All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed 26.97 points lower at 22,351.55. Trading began on a positive note during the first half-hour of the session, with the ASPI surpassing the 22,500 mark and recording…
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During MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei will comprehensively upgrade to its mobile transport solutions. The upgrade focuses on green ultra-broadband, suppression awareness, and network autonomy to adapt to the new requirements posed by new service scenarios as networks evolve from 5G to 5G-A and 6G. Currently, more than 20 countries worldwide have allocated the U6G spectrum…
The Association of Private Hospitals and Nursing Homes (APHNH) successfully concluded its 1st Healthcare Leadership Summit 2026 on 9 March 2026 at Waters Edge, Colombo, bringing together hospital leaders, policymakers, regulators, insurers, investors, and international experts to discuss practical, implementable priorities for Sri Lanka’s healthcare sector. The APHNH, established in 1972, is the recognised representative…
Nanaska, one of Sri Lanka’s leading professional education institutes specialising in the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualification, has strengthened its governance structure with the appointment of two new Non-Executive Directors alongside a reconstituted executive leadership team. Mr. Arj Wignaraja and Mr. Niranjan Wijesekera have joined the Board as Non-Executive Directors, bringing extensive experience…
Traditional finance was built for a different era: fixed trading hours, multiple intermediaries, slow settlement cycles, and geographic restrictions. Blockchain infrastructure is now modernizing those rails. Instead of replacing Wall Street, Web3 is upgrading it. Here are five familiar financial instruments getting a blockchain makeover and what that means for global markets. Tokenized Stocks Equities…
When did you last visit a museum or gallery? Last weekend, last year, last decade? Perhaps it was for an art exhibition, or to learn about a specific time period or place. Cultural institutions exist to share, educate, and invite questioning. They are important public spaces that offer people the chance to connect and learn,…
Russel’s Wellness has launched a new mentoring initiative aimed at transforming young professionals within its organization into aspiring entrepreneurs, reinforcing its commitment to leadership development and business empowerment. The program, led by the Founder of Russel’s Wellness, was designed to guide selected team members from Russel’s Private Limited beyond traditional employment roles and into the…
St. Anthony’s Service, a subsidiary of St. Anthony’s Hardware (Pvt) Ltd, has officially launched its dedicated website and social media platforms, marking a significant milestone in the company’s ongoing digital transformation journey. The website, www.stanthonysservice.lk, was ceremonially launched by Mr Sarath Ganamage, Director / General Manager of St. Anthony’s Hardware (Pvt) Ltd, together with Mr…
Available in a range of colours, with customisable options to suit individual preferences Complimentary 3kW solar system for the first 100 customers Hayleys Mobility Limited, the mobility arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited, has entered a strategic partnership with Kaiyi Auto, a rapidly expanding Chinese state-backed automotive manufacturer. This collaboration marks a significant expansion of Hayleys…
Adjudged winner in ‘Other Financial Services’ category at ACCA Sustainability Reporting Awards Receives Silver at CA Sri Lanka’s TAGS awards Ceylinco Life has secured two prestigious accolades for its 2024 Annual Report, reaffirming the Company’s leadership in transparent, accountable and sustainability-driven corporate reporting. At the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting…
Sri Lanka’s most popular NEV brand, BYD, in partnership with its authorised distributor John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), officially launched the BYD SEALION 8 on March 10th 2026. Unveiled at a special launch event held at the Cinnamon Lakeside, the SEALION 8 launch marks the arrival of BYD’s flagship seven-seat plug-in hybrid electric SUV…
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Broadcast and match infrastructure moved across five countries to ensure venues and production teams were ready for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup DP World, a leading global provider of integrated end-to-end supply chain solutions and Global Logistics Partner of the International Cricket Council (ICC), has successfully executed a complex, multi-country logistics operation to power the ICC…
Reuters – President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced the construction of a refinery on the southern U.S. border backed by India’s Reliance Industries, operator of the world’s biggest refining complex. Trump made the announcement as drivers react to spiking gasoline prices since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, and while Republicans and Democrats prepare for midterm…
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has formally handed over its historical records to the National Archives Department of Sri Lanka, placing over a century of the nation’s commercial history into the care of the country’s official custodians of heritage. The historical archive being handed over spans from the Chamber’s founding in 1839 to 1973, and…
The Economic Surveillance Committee, established on the proposal by the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to safeguard Sri Lanka’s economic stability and protect the welfare of citizens in the face of external pressures, met yesterday (10) afternoon at the Presidential Secretariat. The Committee is chaired by Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning and Minister of Labour, Dr…
Elevated AI-driven credit risks are concentrated in three technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) sectors, with software, media and services facing rising disruption risk while overinvestment risk remains largely confined to hyperscalers and select cloud providers, according to a new Fitch Ratings report. Asset-light businesses where value is driven by intangibles such as software, IP, brands…
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) officially opened its Kegalle Branch to the public, further strengthening its countrywide presence. The branch was inaugurated by Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) Senior Professor D.B.P.H Dissabandara, Director of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Mr. Kosala Gamage and Chief Executive Officer of CSE Mr….
Sri Lanka is further strengthening its global trade partnerships in preparation for Sri Lanka Expo 2026, the country’s flagship international trade exhibition scheduled to be held from 18–21 June 2026 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Colombo. The event is organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with the…
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has held discussions with the President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Masato Kanda during her official visit to Manila. During the bilateral meeting, both factions reaffirmed the strong partnership between Sri Lanka and the Asian Development Bank, the Office of the Prime Minister stated. President Kanda commended Sri Lanka’s…
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The Financial Intelligence Unit of Sri Lanka Releases the Executive Summary of the National Risk Assessment on Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Proliferation Financing – 2024/25 Sri Lanka has successfully completed the National Risk Assessment (NRA) 2024/25 on Money Laundering (ML), Terrorist Financing (TF) and Proliferation Financing (PF), in collaboration with a total of 86…
TTW Picks Best 50 Heritage Travel Destinations in the World for 2026 Travel and Tour World (TTW) has unveiled its new research, “50 heritage sites in the world for 2026,” highlighting the landmarks shaping the future of heritage tourism. Based on editorial research, historical significance, and the choices of 23 million readers, the list reflects the…
By Rachel Conlan, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Binance For decades, financial inclusion was measured in small wins: a bank account opened, a microloan disbursed, a woman added to the ledger. Those wins mattered. But in 2026, the question has fundamentally changed. We are no longer asking whether women can access the financial system. We…
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