Hayleys Alumex PLC, Sri Lanka’s leading aluminium extrusion manufacturer, partnered with the Road Development Authority (RDA) and the Operations and Maintenance Management Division of the Southern Expressway, to plant approximately 600 indigenous and fruit-bearing trees along sections of the Southern Expressway – spanning the Galanigama and Meerigama-Kurunegala Expressways – on 21st and 22nd July. The […]
Continue ReadingEMBARGOED COLOMBO, 11 August 2026 12:00 PM (noon) – Cambridge International Education (Cambridge) has begun releasing the results of its June 2026 exam series to students worldwide. Entries for Cambridge International AS & A Levels rose 5% on last year, with almost 368,000 students in 3492 schools worldwide receiving Cambridge International AS & A Level […]
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Sri Lanka is stepping up efforts to expand its gem and jewellery exports to India through a high-level business delegation aimed at strengthening bilateral trade, investment and industry partnerships. Organised by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), with the support of the Sri Lankan High Commission in New Delhi and Consulate in Mumbai, the […]
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The National SME Forum organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce brought Sri Lanka’s SMEs and the wider business ecosystem together to connect businesses with markets, finance, expertise and support for growth. The Forum focused on supporting SMEs by addressing the issues that directly influence an SME’s ability to expand, including market access, procurement, standards and certification, […]
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The Colombo Bourse ended lower today, with the ASPI declining 15 points to close at 21,403, while the S&P SL20 edged down 2 points to 5,983. After trading positively during the session, the market reversed course amid profit-taking following the recent gains. Low participation from both HNW and retail investors also contributed to the subdued […]
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To strengthen Lanka’s future workforce NDB Bank recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Faculty of Business, University of Moratuwa, further strengthening its commitment to nurturing Sri Lanka’s future workforce through meaningful industry-academia collaboration. The collaboration is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry practice by providing students with […]
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HNB PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s leading private sector bank, recently opened its newly relocated Homagama Customer Centre at High Level Road, Homagama, reinforcing its commitment to delivering superior customer experiences through modern banking facilities and innovative digital solutions. The new Homagama Customer Centre was opened by HNB Managing Director/CEO DamithPallewatte, together with Executive Vice […]
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This August, Hilton Colombo presents the second edition of its widely popular ‘Flavors of Việt Nam,’ a 10-day culinary showcase that will celebrate the vibrant gastronomic traditions of Việt Nam. Taking place from 20 – 29 August 2026 in collaboration with Hilton Saigon, this immersive gourmet experience will encompass authentic Vietnamese recipes, live cooking stations, […]
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By Haridhu Abeygoonaratne, Managing Director/COO – SimCentric /Vice Chair – SLASSCOM At first glance, it seems improbable that a company developing advanced military simulation technologies for organisations such as the US Marine Corps, the US Military Academy, the UK Ministry of Defence and armed forces across NATO and Commonwealth countries would have its engineering nerve […]
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Asiri Medical Hospital unveiled its newly refurbished Ward 3B, now ready to welcome patients and visitors. The ward features modern amenities aimed at improving patient privacy, comfort, and overall wellbeing, underscoring the hospital’s commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare. This investment reflects the hospital’s ongoing commitment to creating an environment where clinical expertise is complemented by […]
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