Sri Lanka became the first country in South Asia to unveil a solar hybrid bakery oven, designed with both solar and biogas energy sources to ensure uninterrupted operation despite unpredictable weather conditions. The event, was held on May 22, at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo and was hosted by Incitare Sri Lanka and the Global Rethinking Finance […]
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As Port City Colombo’s Food Harbour continues to evolve into a vibrant dining and entertainment hub, authentic Italian cuisine has found a new home on its bustling waterfront promenade with the opening of ‘Via 9’, a family-run restaurant bringing traditional Italian flavours to Colombo. Specialising in wood fire-baked pizzas, creamy pastas, rich risottos and classic […]
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Lanka Microfinance Network (LMFN), Sri Lanka’s dedicated national platform for the microfinance sector, formally inaugurated its governance structure on May15, 2026 at a landmark Meeting attended by over 100 participants representing the Microfinance Sector, practitioners and stakeholders from across the island. The event marked a defining milestone for the sector, with the Network electing its […]
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Bringing travellers a comprehensive bag shopping experience in Sri Lanka, Bag Plus opens its flagship store in the vicinity of Maharagama, Sri Lanka. Bag Plus offers Sri Lankan shoppers an exclusive collection of premium bags in Sri Lanka, including backpacks, cross-body bags, luggage, and even bag accessories that enhance the experience. With this being their […]
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Classic Travel, the travel and tourism arm of Expolanka Holdings, has strengthened its commitment to youth development and local sports by partnering with the IImpact Basketball League 2026 as the Official Travel Partner and Team Owner for the period January 2026 to January 2027. This partnership reflects Classic Travel’s ongoing efforts to support initiatives that contribute to the growth of young […]
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The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) at its meeting held on Monday (25), decided to increase the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 100 bps to 8.75%. The Board arrived at this decision after carefully considering the evolving conditions and outlook on the domestic and global fronts. The uncertainties arising […]
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Pelwatte Dairy Industries Limited has announced a significant new investment through its fully owned subsidiary, Pelwatte Foods (Private) Limited, to establish a Greenfield Liquid Milk Manufacturing Facility (Phase 01) at its Kurunegala plant. The investment, valued at approximately Rs. 1.86 billion, was formalised through an agreement signed with the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka […]
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For more than three decades, Selyn Group has continuously evolved by responding to the realities of the communities connected to its operations. Since its founding in 1991 as a small handloom enterprise, Selyn has grown into a diversified fair-trade business spanning ethical manufacturing, retail, exports, sustainable product innovation, and community development. At the heart of […]
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Ten months ago, under the Cinnamon Rainforest Conservation Project, a reforestation initiative bordering the iconic Sinharaja Rainforest, Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s leading weft knitted fabric manufacturer, joined hands with the students of the Environmental Technology Society of the University of Colombo, Greenwood Growers, and conservation partners to plant native saplings at Waddagala in […]
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Hemas Holdings PLC today announced record earnings for both the fourth quarter (Q4) and full financial year FY26, marking a historic milestone for the Group. Group earnings reached Rs. 3.03 Bn in Q4, representing 17.6% year-on-year (YoY) growth, and Rs. 8.92 Bn for the full year, up 10.7% YoY. Revenue for FY26 grew 8.0% to […]
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