PRCA Country Rep calls for ethics and standards in Sri Lanka’s advertising and marketing industry
Sri Lanka needs to put together a cohesive and comprehensive set of regulations and standards when it comes to advertising, marketing and …
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IMF completes second review; says debt sustainability path remains knife-edged
The IMF Executive Board completed the 2024 Article IV Consultation and Second Review under the 48-month Extended Fund Facility with Sri Lanka, …
Central Bank to function as regulatory authority of money or value transfer service providers
Central Bank of Sri Lanka will function as the regulatory and supervisory authority of Registered Money or Value Transfer Service (MVTS) providers. …
President meets Dr. S Jaishankar in New Delhi
President Ranil Wickremesinghe, currently in New Delhi, held a meeting today (10) with Indian Senior Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar. During the meeting, …
Nobel Biocare launches in SL, Bringing advanced dental implant solutions with Delmege Healthcare
Nobel Biocare, a global leader in innovative implant-based dental restorations, is thrilled to announce its official launch in Sri Lanka. This marks …
Fitch assigns Comm Bank’s basel III subordinated debt final ‘BBB+(lka)’
Fitch Ratings has assigned Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC's (COMB, A(lka)/Stable) proposed Sri Lankan rupee-denominated Basel III- compliant …
The Sri Lanka Coffee Festival returns for an exciting round three
The Lanka Coffee Association, in partnership with Australia’s Market Development Facility (MDF) and Jetwing Hotels, successfully hosted the …
Sri Lanka elected to the United Nations Economic and Social Council
Sri Lanka has been elected by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) to the United Nations Economic and Social Council …
TISL Challenges the Public Financial Management Bill in the Supreme Court
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) filed legal action on Wednesday the 5th of June in the Supreme Court challenging the Public Financial …
The Ceylon Chamber Welcomes New Electricity Bill
In a landmark decision, the Parliament of Sri Lanka has approved the long-awaited Electricity Bill, marking a significant milestone in public sector …
USAID Supports Enhancing Investment Climate Through Commercial Alternative Dispute Resolution
The United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is supporting Sri Lanka' s efforts to improve its …
WSO2 Hosts IAM CxO Event for Banking and Financial Services Industry Leaders
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is crucial in ensuring security, regulatory compliance, and delivering exceptional customer experience in …
Approval Granted for “Starlink” to Provide Satellite-Based Internet Services in Sri Lanka
State Minister of Technology, Kanaka Herath, announced that the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has granted preliminary …
President Ranil Wickremesinghe inaugurated his new political office
President Ranil Wickremesinghe inaugurated his new political office in Colombo today (06) at an auspicious moment. The office, located on Sir Ernest …
Fitch Affirms Commercial Bank of Ceylon at ‘A(lka)’; Outlook Stable
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC's (COMB) National Long-Term Rating of 'A(lka)'. The Outlook is Stable. At the same time, …
Fitch Affirms Sri Lanka’s People’s Bank at ‘A(lka)’; Outlook Stable
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the National Long- Term Rating on People's Bank (Sri Lanka) (PB) at 'A(lka)'. The Outlook is
SriLankan Cargo reinvents service delivery with strong customer focus
SriLankan Cargo, the air cargo division of SriLankan Airlines, recently unveiled its reinvented service delivery framework and website, with a strong …
TISL Demands Transparency in Adani Wind Power Project: Files Right to Information Applications
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has filed a series of Right to Information (RTI) requests with public authorities seeking crucial …
VIDEO: Earthquake in Indian politics – What cost Narendra Modi a landslide victory in election
Narendra Modi’s underwhelming victory in the Indian election has been described as an ‘earthquake in Indian politics’. India's election results …
Softlogic Capital grows 13-pct, records Rs. 431Mn PBT in FY24
Softlogic Capital, the financial services sector of the Softlogic Group consisting of Softlogic Life, Softlogic Finance, Softlogic Stock Brokers and …
EFC delegation meets northern province Chief Secretary facilitated by ILO
A delegation representing 14 leading private sector companies together with Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC) engaged in a high-level visit to …
Sri Lanka Leads Region in Recruiting More Women in Banking Industry but Barriers Remain: IFC Report
With 46 percent of all entry-level hires, a new study by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) finds that Sri Lanka is ahead of some of its …
Opinion: Ranil Wickremesinghe + Elon Musk = Optimism for Sri Lanka
June 1, 2024 (LBO) - A few weeks ago Sri Lankan media was abuzz with news of a meeting between President Ranil Wickremesinghe and the world's richest …
Siyapatha Finance PLC debenture issue oversubscribed
Siyapatha Finance PLC, a subsidiary of Sampath Bank PLC and a prominent leader in Sri Lanka's non-banking financial sector, announces the resounding …