Tourism Malaysia Chennai showcases Wonders of Malaysia in Colombo
Tourism Malaysia Chennai (South India and Sri Lanka), in partnership with the High Commission of Malaysia in Colombo, organised the ‘Wonders of Malaysia Showcase 2026’, at Hotel Kingsbury, Colombo. The…
CSE launches ‘A Share for Everyone, A Unit for Everyone’ Investor Forums in Monaragala and Batticaloa
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), together with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has launched ‘A Share for Everyone, A Unit for Everyone’ (Samata Kotasak, Samata Ekakayak)…
Sri Lanka’s exports top US$ 9 bn in 1H-2026
by strong growth in both merchandise and services exports, according to the latest figures released by the Export Development Board (EDB). Combined merchandise and services exports reached an estimated US$…
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…