GovPay, Sri Lanka’s Government Digital Payment Platform, concluded the year 2025 by surpassing Rs. 2 billion in total digital transaction value, marking a significant milestone […]
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China’s ByteDance signs deal to form joint venture to operate TikTok US app
TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, has signed binding agreements with three major investors to sell just over 80% of its U.S. assets to American and […]
Dialog Launches Sri Lanka’s Largest 5G Network, Connecting Over 1.5 Million Subscribers
In a significant step towards advancing Sri Lanka’s digital landscape, Dialog Axiata PLC has announced the commercial launch of Dialog 5G Ultra. This milestone marks […]
WindForce PLC Commissions Rooftop Solar Project at Joy Island, Maldives
WindForce PLC has successfully completed a rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) power project with a capacity of 432.2 kWp at Joy Island in the Maldives, further […]
Over 29,600 industries affected in Sri Lanka’s disaster: Minister
More than 29,600 businesses classified as Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have registered as disaster-affected following recent devastation in Sri Lanka, Industries Minister Sunil […]
Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank to raise Rs20bn in debenture sale
Sampath Bank of Sri Lanka has announced plans to issue up to 200 million debentures in a bid to raise a total of 20 billion […]
Sri Lanka rupee strengthens after weakening, bond yields steady
Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 309.40/55 against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, strengthening from Wednesday’s close of 309.65/72. The currency had […]
Velona Marks 85 Years of Sri Lankan Legacy, Innovation, and Care
Velona, a beloved Sri Lankan brand, is celebrating 85 years of trust, care, and innovation, marking a journey that began in 1940. Built on a […]
Sri Lanka stocks close down 0.17-pct, turnover dips
Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange closed lower on Thursday, according to data published on its official website. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) declined by […]
Link Natural Products Awarded Best Exporter – Herbal & Ayurveda Products at the 27th Presidential Export Awards
Link Natural Products (Pvt) Ltd has been honored with the Best Exporter Award in the Herbal & Ayurveda Products Category (Sectoral) at the 27th prestigious […]
Construction Services Business Delegation Builds Up Trade Ties in Mumbai
In a groundbreaking effort to enhance Sri Lanka’s construction services presence in the Indian market, a sector-specific business delegation visited Mumbai from November 25th to […]
Socialists should be intelligent than Artificial Intelligence – By Prof. Samitha Hettige
China organizes its socioeconomic development through structured five-year plans (FYPs). The recommendations for the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) of the People’s Republic of China have […]
Lion Brewery Reinforces Global Ambassador Role with Recognition at Presidential Export Awards
Lion Brewery (Ceylon) PLC was recently honored with the title of ‘Best Exporter – Beverages’ at the 27th Presidential Export Awards for 2024/25, held at […]
Vietnam logistics delegation in Sri Lanka from Dec 20
A delegation from Hai Dang Global Logistics Company Limited (HDG Logistics) is visiting Sri Lanka from December 20 to 24, aiming to establish partnerships with […]
FAO maps show scale of damage to Sri Lanka’s agriculture from flooding
Approximately 58,340 hectares of paddy fields in Trincomalee and Batticaloa have been affected by floods caused by Cyclone Ditwah, according to data maps compiled by […]
HNB Strengthens National Response to Cyclone Ditwah with Rs. 100 Mn Commitment
HNB PLC has made a significant contribution of Rs. 100 million to the Rebuild Sri Lanka Fund, underlining its dedication to the nation’s recovery following […]
Sampath Bank Expands Sustainable Mobility Access Through Strategic Partnership with Hayleys Mobility
Sampath Bank PLC has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hayleys Mobility Limited, the mobility division of Hayleys Fentons Limited, at the bank’s […]
Things you must know before losing a mobile phone
In today’s digital landscape, mobile phones have become integral to our daily lives. Losing a phone not only poses a financial setback but also presents […]