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…
Lanka’s export sector targets 8%-10% growth in 2026- EDB Chairman
The Export Development Board (EDB) reaffirmed its commitment to expanding Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery exports, with Chairman Mangala Wijesinghe expressing confidence that FACETS Sri Lanka 2027 will help the…
Sri Lankan Exporters Face New EU Sustainability Rules as Compliance Deadlines Loom
Organizations should act now to stay ahead of new regulations As sustainability requirements reshape global trade, businesses should begin preparing for key developments such as EmpCo, PPWR, EUDR, and ESG…
Asiri Surgical Hospital Successfully Performs Sri Lanka’s First Robot Assisted Surgery
Asiri Surgical Hospital successfully performed Sri Lanka’s first Robot Assisted Surgery, marking a historical milestone in the country’s healthcare sector. The first procedure was successfully completed on 13th July 2026,…
Commercial Bank MD/CEO Sanath Manatunge Named Chairman of EFC
Mr Sanath Manatunge, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been appointed Chairman of the Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC), one of the country’s most influential…