Sri Lanka should separate foreign policies from borrowing policies: Dr. Devarajan

A prominent economist stressed the need for Sri Lanka to separate its foreign policies from the borrowing policies, so it does not repeat the same mistakes that have resulted in it having to grapple with high cost of debt.

Lanka Hospitals takes early diagnosis to new heights installing high-tech camera

Healthcare arm of DIMO and the exclusive partner for Siemens Healthineers in Sri Lanka, DIMO Healthcare has further elevated...

SL and B’desh explore possibility of FTA

Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are exploring the possibility of entering into a free trade agreement (FTA), which will...

WCT 2 open for investments; ECT to remain in SLPA’s hands

While inviting the private sector to invest in West Container Terminal 2 (WCT 2), the government gave assurance....

SC sets aside orders made against Royal Hospitals over alleged illegal water connection

The Supreme Court has ordered to set aside the orders made by the Magistrates Court, High Court and Court of Appeal....

Fitch assigns Commercial Bank’s Basel III subordinated debt final ‘BBB+(lka)’

Fitch Ratings yesterday announced it has assigned Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC’s (COMB, A(lka)/Stable) proposed...

Educational inequality and school clustering

Sri Lanka boasts a high literacy rate, a testament to its commitment to education. However, beneath this statistic lies a harsh....

Vidullanka partners with SEL Tech International to develop Beliatha solar plant

Vidullanka PLC, a pioneer in the renewable energy space, yesterday announced it has entered into an agreement...

Amana Bank provides industry training for SEUSL students

Amana Bank has partnered with the South Eastern University of Sri Lanka (SEUSL) to enhance the industry-ready....

Week commences in green

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Hayleys, LOLC Holdings and Nations Trust Bank nonvoting...

Investors pause, eyeing auction and IMF verdict

The secondary market yield curve remained broadly stable, as the investors adopted a wait-and-see approach, primarily....

Unilever Sri Lanka inaugurates solar power project at Horana factory

Unilever Sri Lanka recently inaugurated a new 2.33 MW solar power project at its Horana factory, partnering with Abans...

John Keells Properties promotes TRI-ZEN and VIMAN in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

John Keells Properties recently partnered Hatton National Bank, for a property roadshow in Dubai....

Local NVOCC sector thrives in face of global conflicts: Stakeholders

Sri Lanka’s non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC) space is seeing high demand and rising opportunities emerging....

CSE’s capital markets quiz competition returns

The ‘CSE Masterminds Quiz’ competition is back for its sixth edition on 05th July from 4.30 p.m. onwards at Shangri-La....

SLPA officials visit CMA-CGM America

Officials from the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) met with representatives from CMA-CGM America during a recent official...

ComBank powered Q+ Payment App goes trilingual

‘Q+ Payment App’ – the first Lanka QR certified mobile payment app has gone trilingual with the launch of its groundbreaking....

Union Assurance holds inaugural Leader Conference 2024

Union Assurance held its inaugural Leader Conference 2024 at the Epitome Hotel, Kurunegala recently. The event....

Tourism trade remains robust despite seasonal softening in May

The tourism trade is going through an expected softening due to the seasonality tied to the arrivals, but it has managed to eke out an income of US$ 154.0 million in May, data showed.

Workers’ remittances continue to plough ahead with US$ 544mn in May   

Remittance income from Sri Lankans working abroad has continued to remain robust through May as the country received US$ 544.4 million in the month.

Sri Lanka’s border control possible sans legal changes: Shippers’ Council chief

The government has all necessary tools in its disposal to fully digitalise Sri Lanka’s corruption-ridden border control agencies....

Accountability crucial for growth and governance in SL, says Dr. Devarajan

As Sri Lanka seeks sustainable development following the repercussions of poorly formulated policies, a senior economist....

Swabha Wickramasinghe becomes first elected female SLANA chairperson

Swabha Wickramasinghe became the first elected female Chairperson of Sri Lanka Association of NVOCC Agents....

Ports Minister urges swift action for Customs Ordinance revision

Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Aviation Nimal Siripala De Silva emphasised the importance of addressing issues promptly....

April private credit slips temporary due to extended holidays

Outstanding credit to the private sector by the licensed commercial banks slipped in April after months-long growth in another...

Publicis Groupe Sri Lanka celebrates 25 years

Publicis Groupe Sri Lanka is celebrating 25 years of consistent creativity, growth, and success. Established in 1999...

NDB Bank makes donation to Clean Ocean Force

NDB Bank has donated the proceeds from its innovative Avurudu Dupatha virtual gaming experience to Clean Ocean...

Loops Integrated ends Four A’s Advertising Awards on a high note

Loops Integrated achieved remarkable success at the Four A’s Advertising Awards 2024. The agency collected 3 gold....

MAS Kreeda secures 10 ROSPA Gold Awards

MAS Holdings announced the outstanding achievement by its subsidiary, MAS Kreeda, which was honoured with ten Gold Awards...

Seylan Bank and Hayleys Solar to empower customers with solar solutions

Seylan Bank has announced a partnership with Hayleys Solar. This collaboration aims to transform access to sustainable....