The Original Oktoberfest Returns to Hilton Colombo for its 33rd Year

The Original Oktoberfest Returns to Hilton Colombo for its 33rd Year

Ten nights of authentic Bavarian cuisine, flowing brews, traditional games, and live music by the German Oompah Band. Hilton Colombo is bringing back one of the city’s most enduring celebrations, as Oktoberfest returns for its 33rd year from 29 October to 7 November 2026 at the Sports Center Arena. Presented in partnership with Sampath Cards […]

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Sri Lanka central bank seeks bids for EDS system

Sri Lanka central bank seeks bids for EDS system

Sri Lanka’s central bank has called for expressions of interest (EOIs) from qualified firms for the procurement of an enterprise data solution (EDS) system as it seeks to strengthen its data management and analytics capabilities. The deadline for submitting expressions of interest is 1430 hours Sri Lanka time on or before October 26. Interested parties […]

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Commercial Bank scales up ADB credit line to empower Jaffna SMEs

Commercial Bank scales up ADB credit line to empower Jaffna SMEs

Continuing its mission to drive inclusive economic recovery and empower Sri Lanka’s grassroots business sector, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has actively accelerated the disbursement of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Enhancing Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Finance Project line of credit. As Sri Lanka’s premier private sector lender, Commercial Bank drives regional development by […]

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Commercial Bank reaffirms environmental commitment with nationwide coastal and aquatic cleanup drive

Commercial Bank reaffirms environmental commitment with nationwide coastal and aquatic cleanup drive

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon brought together its island-wide network of employees, customers, volunteers, partners and other stakeholders for a coordinated national coastal and aquatic conservation initiative on 19 September, marking International Coastal Cleanup Day with activities across 20 locations nationwide. Conducted under the Bank’s sustainability platform and its theme –‘ForwardTogether for a Cleaner Future’– […]

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Zirateh Becomes the Most Awarded Agency in Automotive on Its SLIM Digis Debut

Zirateh Becomes the Most Awarded Agency in Automotive on Its SLIM Digis Debut

Zirateh has secured three awards at the SLIM Digis, becoming the most awarded agency in the Automotive category, in what marks the agency’s first-ever application to the competition. The achievement includes Silver, Bronze and Finalist recognition, marking a significant milestone for the agency and highlighting its growing presence in Sri Lanka’s automotive marketing industry. The […]

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DFCC Bank named Sri Lanka’s Best Cash Management Bank by The Asian Banker

DFCC Bank named Sri Lanka’s Best Cash Management Bank by The Asian Banker

DFCC Bank has been named the Best Cash Management Bank in Sri Lanka for 2026 by The Asian Banker, recognising the Bank’s growing transaction banking capabilities and its continued investment in secure, digitally enabled solutions that give businesses greater visibility and control over their financial operations. The recognition reflects DFCC Bank’s progress in helping businesses […]

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Vasan Eye Care Hospital Recognised for Excellence in Ophthalmology Services at GlobalHealth Sri Lanka Awards 2026

Vasan Eye Care Hospital Recognised for Excellence in Ophthalmology Services at GlobalHealth Sri Lanka Awards 2026

Vasan Eye Care Hospital, Sri Lanka’s first super-specialty eye care centre, has been named “Ophthalmology Service Provider of the Year in Sri Lanka – 2026” at the GlobalHealth Sri Lanka Conference & Awards 2026, recognising the hospital’s contribution to specialist ophthalmology and patient-focused eye care in the country.      At the GlobalHealth Sri Lanka Conference & […]

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Exports: ‘Value-added tea exports need protection’: PA

Exports: ‘Value-added tea exports need protection’: PA

As Sri Lanka’s value-added tea exports commanded more than 50% of total tea export volumes in 2025, with recent key investments made into matcha, green tea and artisanal teas, Sri Lanka Tea Board should protect the emerging high value segment, according to a recent (19) speech made by the newly elected Planter’s Association Chairperson Shanaka […]

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Union Bank modernises credit card issuing with BPC SmartVista to deliver next-generation payment experiences in Sri Lanka

Union Bank modernises credit card issuing with BPC SmartVista to deliver next-generation payment experiences in Sri Lanka

Union Bank has modernised its credit card business with BPC SmartVista, introducing a unified payment platform that gives the bank greater control over product development, integrations, data and customer experience. This initiative is an integral part of the Bank’s digital transformation agenda. Nisala Kodippili, Chief Technology Officer, Union Bank, said “that with the new platform […]

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