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SriLankan Airlines Boosts Australian Routes to Meet Growing Demand
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – SriLankan Airlines, the national carrier of Sri Lanka, plans to enhance its service to Australia starting in August this year, responding to […]
St. Anthony’s Service Unveils Innovative Digital Platforms to Enhance Customer Convenience and Service Excellence
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 […]
Hayleys Mobility and Kaiyi Auto Launch the Cost-Effective, Fully Electric Kaiyi eVibe in Sri Lanka
Hayleys Mobility Limited, the mobility division of Hayleys Fentons Limited, has announced a strategic partnership with Kaiyi Auto, a rapidly growing state-supported automotive manufacturer from […]
BYD Unveils Seven-Seater SEALION 8 SUV in Sri Lanka, Marking South Asian Debut
Sri Lanka’s leading NEV brand, BYD, in collaboration with its authorized distributor John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), officially launched the BYD SEALION 8 on […]
Sri Lankan Court Mandates Return of 84 Iranian Sailors’ Bodies from U.S.-Sunk Vessel
A Sri Lankan court has mandated the Galle National Hospital to transfer the 84 bodies of Iranian sailors, who perished when the IRIS Dena was […]
Sri Lankans Turn to EVs and Hybrids as Fuel Costs Surge, Reports BYD’s Local Agent
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Sri Lanka may experience an increase in demand for electric and hybrid vehicles due to the rising fuel costs, according to a […]
BPC Joins as Key Strategic Partner for LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026
BPC, a global leader in payment solutions, has joined as a Strategic Partner for the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026. This partnership aims to bolster efforts […]
Sri Lanka Cabinet Approves 14 Climate Resilience Initiatives Following Cyclone Ditwah
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved the implementation of 14 recommendations designed to enhance the country’s resilience to climate disasters, as […]
CSE Expands Capital Market Access with New Kegalle Branch
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has officially opened its Kegalle Branch to the public, further expanding its network across Sri Lanka. The inauguration ceremony was […]
Sri Lanka Expo 2026: Enhancing Global Trade Partnerships
Sri Lanka is intensifying its efforts to bolster global trade partnerships in anticipation of Sri Lanka Expo 2026. This premier international trade exhibition is set […]
Sri Lanka Secures $200,000 Open Society Grant to Digitalize RTI Commission
Sri Lanka’s cabinet has approved a project to digitalize the Right to Information (RTI) Commission, supported by a $200,000 grant from the Open Society Foundations, […]
Sri Lankan Rupee Stabilizes as Bond Yields Remain Steady
On Wednesday, Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 310.95/311.10 against the US dollar in the spot market, a slight change from 310.95/311.05 the previous day, […]
ADB Chief Praises Sri Lanka’s Economic Stabilization Initiatives in Meeting with PM Harini
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya engaged in discussions with Masato Kanda, President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), during her official visit to Manila. The […]
Fintrex Finance PLC Achieves 352% PAT Surge in Q3 FY25/26, Bolstering Balance Sheet and Investor Confidence
Fintrex Finance PLC has showcased remarkable financial performance for the nine months ending December 31, 2025, achieving a Year-to-Date Profit After Tax (PAT) of LKR […]
Volatile Oil Prices as IEA Considers Record-Breaking Release, Reports WSJ
Oil prices fluctuated on Wednesday following a report by the Wall Street Journal indicating that the International Energy Agency (IEA) is considering its largest ever […]
Shares Stabilize Amid Intensifying Oil Volatility and Middle East Conflict Impact on Markets
Shares stabilized on Wednesday following a brief decline in oil prices, although markets remained tense due to mixed signals from the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, […]
Sri Lanka Faces Escalating Threats of Drug-Related Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing: FIU Report
The threat level of money laundering through drug trafficking and terrorism financing in Sri Lanka has seen an increase for the years 2024/25, according to […]