Economy
Maritime trade and logistics: India-SL to expedite MoUs for KKS Port
A special discussion has been held to expedite the finalisation of the India-Sri Lanka Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) planned for…
Economy
Market liquidity: Crossings dominate 61.5% of August turnover
While the Colombo Stock Exchange’s All Share Price Index (ASPI) demonstrated a broad-based recovery in August, with both key indices…
Business
Tourist arrivals top 190,000 in August
Sri Lanka welcomed 191,704 international tourists in August 2026, with India continuing to dominate the tourism market, according to the…
Business
People’s Bank Launches Landmark CSR Initiative to Reduce Elephant–Train Collisions in Sri Lanka
Demonstrating its commitment to environmental sustainability and wildlife conservation, People’s Bank has launched a pioneering Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative…
Business
Ratnapura to be transformed into major global gem trade hub
The Government is taking measures to increase Sri Lanka’s annual export revenue from the gem and jewellery industry to US$ 3 billion and transform…
Business
EDB takes forward Creative Sri Lanka 2030
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently announced that it is taking forward Creative Sri Lanka 2030, an ambitious…
Business
Sri Lanka, Italy seek stronger trade and investment ties
Sri Lanka and Italy have explored new avenues to strengthen bilateral trade and investment, with particular emphasis on attracting Italian…
Business
Delft Island awaits major tourism boost, seeks ADB assistance
Gets uninterrupted electricity, Rs 900 Mn new RO plant and Rs 235 Mn passenger craft The government was now taking…
Business
Sampath Bank participate at Wayamba Motor Show & Kedalla Trade Fair Kurunegala
Sampath Bank PLC participated at the Wayamba Motor Show & Kedalla Trade Fair Kurunegala 2026, reinforcing its commitment to enabling…
Business
Seylan Bank conducts SME Scale-Up Programme for farmers in Tissamaharama
Seylan Bank recently conducted an SME Scale-Up Programme for farmers in Tissamaharama, equipping participants with the financial management knowledge, business…