Sri Lankan companies take hospitality products and services to Maldives
Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka–Maldives Business Council (SLMLBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of…
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Tourist arrivals rise 5% in first 22 days of October
Sri Lanka welcomed 119,805 tourists during the first 22 days of October, registering a 5.03% year-on-year (YoY) increase, but cumulative…
Sri Lanka central bank seeks panel for troubled bank resolutions
Sri Lanka’s central bank has called for expressions of interest from qualified parties to serve on a panel of administrators…
NDB’s Third Quarter: A Strong Core, a Costly Lesson in Governance
Profits are back on track and capital is comfortable. But a Rs. 13.64 billion fraud, a thinner low-cost deposit base…
ADB approves $ 100 m to strengthen social protection and expand economic opportunities
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday said it has approved $ 100 million in financing to support reforms and investments…
Colombo to world-class gem hub status by 2030 – Minister Handunnetti
Sri Lanka is positioning itself to become a dominant global force in the gem and jewelry sector, with plans to…
‘CNCI Achiever Awards 2026’ celebrates 25th Anniversary
The Ceylon National Chamber of Industries (CNCI), Sri Lanka’s premier industrial chamber, hosted the ‘CNCI Achiever Awards 2026’ at Cinnamon…
ComBank receives 24th Best Bank in Sri Lanka award from Global Finance
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon’s remarkable near two-and-a-half-decade run as Sri Lanka’s best bank was recognised on the global stage…
SLID Executive Masterclass Redefines the Human Capital Agenda for Boards and Business Leaders
The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) further strengthened its focus on the evolving Boardroom agenda with the successful conclusion…
Sampath Bank’s Rs. 10 billion debenture issue oversubscribed
Sampath Bank PLC’s debenture issue attracted applications exceeding Rs. 10 billion, surpassing the maximum amount available under the offer. In…