Q :How would you assess Sri Lankaโs economic recovery after the Ditwah? What has been the most pressing challenge in the aftermath? A: Sri Lankaโs recovery after the Ditwah has been gradual but increasingly visible, characterized by improvements in macroeconomic stability, a noticeable easing of inflationary pressures, and the gradualContinue Reading
Pan Asia Bank recently paid tribute to the loyalty and dedication of its long-serving employees at a special recognition event organised by the Bankโs Human Resources Division.The event was graced by the Chairman of Pan Asia Bank Aravinda Perera, the Director/CEO Naleen Edirisinghe and the Corporate Management members.The occasion celebratedContinue Reading
Hilton Colombo Residences is set to host A Celebration of Nikah & Waleema, an exclusive wedding showcase designed for couples planning their Nikah and Waleema celebrations. Taking place on 7 February 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., at the Union Ballroom, the showcase is presented in collaboration with theContinue Reading
A total of 223,645 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in 2026, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. According to data released by the SLTDA, a total of 41,603 tourists have arrived from India which accounts to 19.0%. Furthermore, 23,329 persons from the UnitedContinue Reading
David Pieris Renewable Energy (Private) Limited (DPRE), the renewable energy arm of the the David Pieris Group, strengthened its position in Sri Lankaโs rapidly growing renewable energy sector with the launch of two advanced global brands โ PROJOY Electrical Items and Hoymiles Solar Solutions at the Kedella Lifestyle Exhibition heldContinue Reading
The Sri Lanka Association for Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) is accelerating Sri Lankaโs startup ecosystem by giving 25 high-potential local startups unprecedented global exposure through a fully funded, six-week international residential entrepreneurship programme at IIT Madras Pravartak, India. Supported by the High Commission of India in Sri Lanka andContinue Reading
Sri Lankaโs exports of apparel and made-up textile articles (HS Chapters 61, 62 and 63) rose to US$447.21 million in December 2025, up 5.43% from US$424.18 million in December 2024, according to industry export statistics. Growth was recorded across the three main destination markets. Exports to the USA increased 6.49%Continue Reading
JXG (Janashakthi Group) hosted โListening Led Leadershipโ a programme designed to reinforce the organisationโs commitment to strengthening its empathy-led workplace. The programme was hosted recently at Radisson Hotel – Colombo, bringing together leadership and management teams across JXG for an immersive learning experience aimed at strengthening its leadershipโs empathetic capabilitiesContinue Reading
Union Bank Horana Branch relocated to a new and spacious premises at No. 99A1/A, Somananda Mawatha, Horana, further strengthening its presence in the Horana area whilst offering an enhanced banking experience to customers. The new premises offers an all-new private banking space for Elite Circle members, meeting/conference facilities for customersContinue Reading
As transparency becomes a defining requirement among European buyers, Mabroc Teas (Pvt) Ltd โ a member of the Hayleys Group and one of Sri Lankaโs leading tea exporters โ has launched TeaTrace, a data-driven traceability platform designed to meet evolving global standards in ethical and sustainable sourcing. Developed in collaborationContinue Reading