Sri Lanka yesterday marked a major milestone in its tourism development agenda with the official launch of two nationally significant consultancy assignments supported under the World Bank’s Grant Facility for Project Preparation (GFPP). The
BOI, Austrade strengthen FDI promotion strategyBOI, Austrade strengthen FDI promotion strategy
The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) has strengthened its investment attraction capabilities through a knowledge-sharing workshop conducted by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), focusing on strategies and best practices to promote and
Sri Lanka’s Second Child Rights Council Gives Children a Voice in Shaping ChangeSri Lanka’s Second Child Rights Council Gives Children a Voice in Shaping Change
Children from across the country will develop child-led recommendations to help shape future conversations on child rights and participation. On 22 August 2026, Child Action Lanka (CAL) will convene more
NSB Group delivers Rs.22.5bn operating profit in 1H 2026 as lending and core income strengthenNSB Group delivers Rs.22.5bn operating profit in 1H 2026 as lending and core income strengthen
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DFCC Bank shines at ‘4th ICC Emerging Asia Banking Awards 2026’ in IndiaDFCC Bank shines at ‘4th ICC Emerging Asia Banking Awards 2026’ in India
DFCC Bank has won two country awards at the 4th ICC Emerging Asia Banking Conclave & Awards 2026, receiving Best Performance on Growth – Sri Lanka and Best Performance on
Land transformation process commences for 3 investment zones in KKS, Paranthan and MankulamLand transformation process commences for 3 investment zones in KKS, Paranthan and Mankulam
The Northern Province (NP) can increase its current GDP contribution from 4.6% to 10% if the required facilities are provided, Northern Province Governor Nagalingam Vethanayahan told the Asian Development Bank
Japan offers fresh opportunity to boost tourism revenueJapan offers fresh opportunity to boost tourism revenue
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has received a fresh boost from the Japanese market with 200 Japanese tourists travelling to the island on a single direct flight, highlighting the considerable economic potential that
Chandana Guniyangoda assumes duties as new Chairman of People’s BankChandana Guniyangoda assumes duties as new Chairman of People’s Bank
Chandana Guniyangoda assumed duties as the new Chairman of People’s Bank on August 25, at a ceremony held at the Bank’s Head Office. The occasion was attended by the former Chairman People’s
Fairway Colombo Powers the International Peace Parade, One of the Most Iconic Events of Manhunt International 2026Fairway Colombo Powers the International Peace Parade, One of the Most Iconic Events of Manhunt International 2026
“One World – One Humanity – World Peace” — Powered by Fairway Colombo In a rare display of global solidarity, Colombo will play host to the International Peace Parade on
Aventude Commits US$1 Million to Skarpa.aiAventude Commits US$1 Million to Skarpa.ai
A strategic investment to accelerate development of the platform ahead of its market launch. Aventude Pte Ltd, the award-winning AI-native software engineering firm, today announced a US$1 million commitment to Skarpa.ai,