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%,…
Dilmah, the globally renowned family tea company celebrated for its commitment to uncompromised quality and ethical practices, today announced the unveiling of Dilmah Urban Estate, a complete reimagining of their space located at One Galle Face Mall Front (L1-20, No. I A Galle Rd, Colombo 02). Officially opening to the public on September 7, 2026,…
The Sound of Silence: Range Rover’s First EV Brings Unprecedented Serenity to the Ultra-Luxury SUV Market The new Range Rover Electric translates heritage luxury into the zero-emission era, replacing traditional engine notes with near-silent propulsion, biometric wellness technology, and exclusive bespoke commissioning. Anticipated to be the quietest Range Rover ever built, the flagship EV introduces…
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