NDB posts a PAT of LKR 3.0 billion in Q2-2026 driven by core banking operations
National Development Bank PLC (NDB/ the Bank) announced its financial results for the six-months ended June 30, 2026 (1H 2026/ period under review), as released to the Colombo Stock Exchange…
BIMSTEC must build seamless regional tourism network – Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister of Tourism Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe yesterday (21) called on BIMSTEC member states to strengthen regional tourism cooperation through improved connectivity, integrated tourism products and sustainable development, saying no…
Amãna Bank Q3 PAT soars by 98%, 9 Month PBT reaches LKR 2.7 Bn
Amãna Bank continued its strong profitability momentum by nearly doubling its profits in Q3 to reach a YTD PBT of LKR 2.7 billion (39% YoY) and PAT of LKR 1.6…
Seylan Bank opens 293rd Pahasara Library at Ranpokunugama Maha Vidyalaya
Reaffirming its commitment to empowering future generations through education, Seylan Bank recently opened its 293rd Pahasara Library at Ranpokunugama Maha Vidyalaya, Ranpokunugama, marking another significant milestone in the Bank’s journey…
People’s Bank conducts annual Dansel for Kataragama Pada Yatra devotees
The People’s Bank Okanda Dansel Committee – Ampara conducted its 25th Annual Dansel Programme on July 17, at the entrance to Kumana National Park in support of devotees undertaking the…
Digital security sticker system ups Excise Department revenue by 32.2%
The Sri Lanka Excise Department has recorded a significant 32.2% increase in revenue within just nine months following the implementation of a new digital security sticker system for locally manufactured…
VietJet launches direct Colombo–Ho Chi Minh City flights
Vietnam’s leading low-cost carrier, VietJet, launched its inaugural direct flight service between Colombo and Ho Chi Minh Cityon Saturday (18), strengthening air connectivity between Sri Lanka and Vietnam while opening…
Sampath Bank secures Sumathi Award for Digital Commercial
Sampath Bank PLC was recognised at the Sumathi Awards 2026, with the digital commercial created for its flagship CSR initiative, Wewata Jeewayak, earning Runner-Up honours in the Digital Commercial Awards…
Industry Minister holds roundtable discussion with leading Indian investors in New Delhi
The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) Business Roundtable Discussion was held in New Delhi July 16 under the patronage of Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development,…
Lankan entrepreneurs must aim at joining global markets and value-chain
Human skill and creativity cannot be replaced by artificial intelligence. The biggest demand in the world now is for skills that are combined with competency-based education. Now there is ChatGPT…