Sri Lankan Rupee Depreciates 5.6% Against US Dollar in 2025
The Sri Lankan rupee depreciated by 5.6% against the US dollar during 2025, according to data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). This marks a reversal from the previous two years, during which the rupee recorded notable gains. The currency had appreciated by 12.1% in 2023 andContinue Reading
John Keells Foundation and Victoria Golf Resorts vest Nithulemada Model Pre-school in the Medadumbara Pradeshiya Sabha
John Keells Foundation (JKF) and Rajawella Holding’s Victoria Golf Resort (VGR) vested the Nithulemada Model Pre-School in the Medadumbara Pradeshiya Sabha with the aim of improving access to early childhood education for children aged 3–5 years in the Medadumbara Pradeshiya Sabha of the Kandy District. For over two decades, childrenContinue Reading
Construction increased in November 2025
The Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI – Construction), as reflected by the Total Activity Index, increased to 66.2 in November 2025. Most firms reported improved construction activity during the month, despite the weather-related disruptions towards the end of the period. The New Orders Index remained expanded inContinue Reading
Prime Group Makes a Landmark Contribution of LKR 200 Million to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund
Guided by a clear vision to extend value beyond business, Prime Group made a landmark contribution of LKR 200 million to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund, pledging support toward the national recovery from Cyclone Ditwah. This is believed to be one of the highest contributions made by a corporate bodyContinue Reading
Dilmah Champions Sustainable Supply Chains in Sri Lanka
Dilmah invited to be Patron of the UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka Supply Chain Working Group For over three decades, Dilmah has been more than a tea company. It has been the custodian of a philosophy that its Founder, Merrill J. Fernando, described simply: “Business is a matter of humanContinue Reading
flydubai Announces Major Fleet Expansion and New Inflight Connectivity Partnership
flydubai has announced a series of significant developments that will support its long-term growth strategy and enhance the travel experience for its customers. The airline has signed a landmark agreement for 150 Airbus A321neo aircraft, marking its first order with Airbus, alongside a Memorandum of Understanding for 75 Boeing 737Continue Reading
Sri Lanka Customs Enters 2026 with a surplus of Rs. 300 billion, exceeding its revenue targets
Sri Lanka Customs is commended for its outstanding contribution to strengthening the nation’s economic and social stability by successfully generating the required revenue for the country. Let us lead the country to economic success with new plans in the New Year – President The year 2025 has been recorded asContinue Reading
PRASL-Led Forum Sees Global PR Expert Farzana Baduel Address Sri Lankan Leaders on Reputation Management
Farzana Baduel, President-elect of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR, UK), highlighted Sri Lanka’s resilience and growing regional relevance in regional communication when she addressed “Reputation Under Fire: How Leaders Can Navigate Online Crises,” an exclusive learning and networking event hosted recently by the Public Relations Association of Sri Lanka (PRASL)Continue Reading
George Steuart Explores Trade and Expansion Opportunities in Africa
Participates in the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council delegation to Nigeria & Kenya George Steuart & Company participated in a series of high-level engagements organised by the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) in Africa during the latter part of 2025. The engagements in Kenya was held in Nairobi inContinue Reading
TBWA Sri Lanka Wins Silver for Creative Agency of the Year (Rest of South Asia) at the Campaign Asia-Pacific Awards
TBWA Sri Lanka, one of the country’s leading creative agencies and a member of the TBWA global network, has been awarded Silver – Creative Agency of the Year (Rest of South Asia) at the recently concluded Campaign Asia-Pacific Agency of the Year Awards. Campaign Asia-Pacific is one of the region’s foremost platforms forContinue Reading









