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March 12 Movement Denounces Online Safety Bill Passage, Citing Constitutional Concerns

The March 12 Movement, a civic activist group in Sri Lanka, has strongly denounced the passage of the Online Safety Bill on January 24th, 2024, which …

RIUNIT Webinar: IMF, geopolitics, and Sri Lanka’s economic sovereignty

Sri Lanka, facing internal and external challenges, grapples with the aftermath of its external debt crisis, exacerbating existing economic issues. …

JKH records strong growth in EBITDA to Rs.13.7 Bn in Q3 2023/24

John Keells Holding says during the quarter under review, the Group reported a strong performance with all industry groups recording a growth in …

EDEX Expo 2024: Empowering Sri Lankan youth with education, innovation, and sustainability

Dedicated to providing comprehensive insights into a diverse range of opportunities in higher education, training, gainful employment and …

Sri Lankan Airlines facilitates collaborative effort to boost SL’s tourism industry

An interactive session organized by the Sri Lankan Airlines at the Sri Lanka High Commission in London, served as a platform for fostering …

Sri Lanka’s Motor Insurance Changes to Hit Non-Life Sector: Fitch Ratings

A new directive that Sri Lankan non-life insurers remit 100% of motor insurance strike, riot, civil commotion and terrorism (SRCCT) premiums to …

Sri Lanka Telecom on the Verge of Ownership Change: Only Jio and Gortune in the Running Now

The Government of Sri Lanka, through its Ministry of Finance, Economic Stabilization, and National Policies, has closed the first stage of its plan …

Inclusive and sustainable businesses set new pathways for Sri Lanka

By Marta Perez Cuso and Yihan Zhao: Selyn, a women-led handloom business, offers flexible employment and valuable income opportunities to about 1,000 …

From Rooftops to the National Grid: Sri Lanka’s Solar Scheme Adds 630 Million Units in 2023

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) implemented the Rooftop Solar Scheme, which resulted in an addition of 630 million units of electricity to the …

Hambantota International Port Sees 132-pct Increase in Vessel Calls; Sinopec Fuels Port’s Rise

Over 300 oil and gas cargo vessels visited the Hambantota international Port (HIP) in 2023, recording a 132 percent increase in vessel calls compared …

Visa Accelerator Program 2024 now open for Applications from Fintechs in Sri Lanka

Visa (NYSE: V), the global leader in digital payments, today announced the launch of the fourth edition of Visa Accelerator Program with an open call …

USAID’s Clean Cities, Blue Ocean Program Helps Prevent Over 4,600 MT of Plastic from Entering the Ocean

Thanks to a nearly three-year partnership, supported by the American people through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), …

PRCA APAC reveals findings on Sri Lanka’s PR industry for 2024 and years to come

The APAC chapter of the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA), the world’s largest and influential PR body, together with its …

Sri Lanka’s total exports reached USD 14.94 Bn in 2023

Sri Lanka’s total exports reached US$ 14.94 Bn in 2023 including merchandise exports (US$ 11.85Bn) and estimated service exports (US$ 3.08 Bn). It …

Land price movement at its flattest in many years: RIUNIT

The Research Intelligence Unit says that during the firms extensive 21 years of tracking land prices in Sri Lanka, the current period stands out as …

Hela Apparel Holdings PLC Acquires Major UK-Based Apparel Brand Licensing House

In a landmark move for the Sri Lankan apparel industry, Hela Apparel Holdings PLC has announced the acquisition of a major UK-based apparel brand …

CFA Society Sri Lanka commends the new Corporate Governance structure for listed entities

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC), in September 2023, released the updated Corporate Governance Regulations for entities …

Opinion: Sri Lanka’s Proposed Internet Law Threatens Upcoming Elections

By Meenakshi Ganguly: A repressive new internet law that Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe is trying to rush through parliament this week …

VAT on used vehicles hurts the common man and creates a black market – CMTA

The Ceylon Motor Traders’ Association (CMTA) made a statement claiming that the newly imposed VAT on used vehicles, has supported the creation of a …

Microfinance & Credit Regulatory Authority Bill: TISL Files Petition in Supreme Court

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday (January 22) petitioned the Supreme Court challenging the ‘Microfinance and Credit Regulatory …

PUCSL and Environment Min ink agreement to enhance certification system for RAC and MAC Technicians in SL

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) – the electricity industry regulator, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Air …

SriLankan Aviation College joins ranks of IATA’s regional training partners

SriLankan Aviation College, the training arm of SriLankan Airlines, has signed on to become Sri Lanka’s only International Air Transport …

Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency of Thailand extends support to SLanka

The Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (NEDA) of Thailand agreed to enhance and expand its cooperation with Sri Lanka …

SEC Chairman calls for Positive Mindset and Collaborative Synergies at Industry Stakeholder Meetings

Capital Market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) held meaningful discussions with the Chief Executive Officers …