Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 311.00/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, maintaining a level from the previous day’s 311.00/05, […]
Month: March 2026
Dialog Unveils Oscal Tiger 8 5G to Enhance Affordable Connectivity in Sri Lanka
Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s leading connectivity provider, has announced the launch of the Oscal Tiger 8 5G, furthering the reach of next-generation mobile connectivity […]
John Keells Divests Cinnamon Citadel for Rs 2.7 Billion in Strategic Move
John Keells Hotels has announced the sale of a 98.39 percent stake in Kandy Walk Inn Limited, the owning company of the Cinnamon Citadel hotel, […]
Asian Markets Tumble Amid Iran Conflict, Sustaining High Oil Prices and Dampening Rate-Cut Prospects
Asian stocks experienced a downturn on Friday, marking a second consecutive week of declines. The ongoing conflict involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran has […]
U.S. Grants 30-Day License for Nations to Purchase Stranded Russian Oil, Prompting Price Drop
Oil prices saw a decline on Friday morning following the U.S. government’s issuance of a 30-day license permitting countries to purchase Russian oil and petroleum […]
The Leopard’s Movement Brings Life to the Forest
The Sri Lankan leopard is an elusive creature, often moving silently through the forests, becoming a mere shadow among the trees. It is a vital […]
Sri Lanka Secures Rs87.02 Billion Through 2030, 2034, and 2036 Bond Sales
Sri Lanka has successfully sold bonds totaling 87.020 billion rupees, according to data from the public debt management office. This issuance includes bonds maturing in […]
UN-Flagged Vessel Nanson Begins Long-Awaited Research Mission in Sri Lanka After Eight-Month Delay
The United Nations-flagged research vessel, Dr. Fridtjof Nansen, has arrived in Sri Lanka to conduct a joint marine survey, as confirmed by the island nation’s […]
FitsAir Introduces Direct Ahmedabad-Colombo Flights in Partnership with Sri Lanka Tourism
Direct passenger flights between Ahmedabad and Colombo are set to commence on May 15, facilitated by a partnership among City of Dreams Sri Lanka, Cinnamon […]
SLFPA Launches 23rd Edition of Profood Propack & Agbiz Knowledge Hub 2026
The highly anticipated Profood Propack & Agbiz Knowledge Hub 2026, a key event on Sri Lanka’s food industry calendar, is set to take place from […]
Mastercard to Present Colombo Fashion Week Summer Edition from April 1-4
Colombo Fashion Week (CFW), now in its 23rd year, is set to take place from April 1 to 4 at the City of Dreams Sri […]
Sri Lanka Greenlights Appointment of 12 New Envoys
The committee on high posts in the Sri Lankan Parliament has officially approved the appointments of 12 new envoys. This decision was reached to enhance […]
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Diplomats for Prestigious Evening Event
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recently facilitated a high-level networking event at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo, bringing together Sri Lanka’s business, diplomatic, and government sectors. […]
Colombo Fashion Week: A Catalyst for Destination Marketing and Global Collaboration
The 23rd edition of Sri Lanka’s premier fashion event, Colombo Fashion Week, is set to showcase designers from Russia, China, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and South […]
Iran–US–Israel War: 20 Key Questions for Sri Lanka
As conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran intensifies, global energy markets and shipping routes are under strain. The Strait of Hormuz through which about […]
SDB Bank and SARP Forge Partnership to Enhance Rural Agribusiness
SDB bank has formed a strategic alliance with the Smallholder Agribusiness and Resilience Project (SARP) by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), underscoring its dedication […]
Sri Lanka Stocks Dip at Midday as Capital Goods Drive Turnover
During midday trading on Thursday, the Colombo Stock Exchange experienced a downward trend, according to data from the CSE. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) […]
Dipped Products PLC Celebrates Golden Jubilee with Market Opening Bell Ceremony
Dipped Products PLC (DPL) recently celebrated its 50th anniversary by ringing the market opening bell on the trading floor of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), […]