Siyapatha Finance to issue LKR 3.75 Bn debentures

Siyapatha Finance to issue LKR 3.75 Bn debentures

Siyapatha Finance PLC, the largest subsidiary of Sampath Bank PLC and a prominent leader distinguished in Sri Lanka’s non-bank financial sector, announced its decision to raise a maximum of Rs. 3.75 billion through its debenture issue. The Board of Directors approved the decision to raise funds through the issuance on the 26 th August, 2025 […]

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Hatch concludes 2nd Cohort of Govi Lab AgriTech Accelerator

Hatch concludes 2nd Cohort of Govi Lab AgriTech Accelerator

Hatch, an innovation and entrepreneurship platform, today announced the successful conclusion of the second cohort of its GoviLab AgriTech Accelerator program, run in partnership with the Sarvodaya Shramadana Movement. The program is designed to champion technological innovation and scale-up high-potential solutions within Sri Lanka’s agricultural sector, with a specific focus on uplifting small-holder farmers. GoviLab […]

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SEC Chairman highlights stronger regulatory framework and market development vision

SEC Chairman highlights stronger regulatory framework and market development vision

Senior Professor Hareendra Dissabandara, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka, emphasized the importance of a robust regulatory framework and long-term market development while addressing the Second National Capital Markets Symposium organized by the Bar Association of Sri Lanka. Delivering the keynote speech at the event, Prof. Dissabandara highlighted that the Securities […]

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Electric vehicle use rising in Sri Lanka as economy and environment benefit

Electric vehicle use rising in Sri Lanka as economy and environment benefit

Chairman of New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Importers Association Mahinda Herath told the Daily News that the use of electric vehicles (EVs) in Sri Lanka is steadily increasing, reflecting a growing shift towards cleaner and more cost-efficient transportation. Industry data shows that EVs accounted for around 10 percent of passenger vehicle imports in 2025, highlighting the […]

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Sri Lanka promotes marine tourism through celebrity diving expedition

Sri Lanka promotes marine tourism through celebrity diving expedition

Renowned Serbian celebrity divers Janez Kranje and Ivana Orlovic Kranjc stressed that Sri Lanka has a huge potential unlike most other island nations, in promoting marine tourism and celebrity diving since Sri Lanka offers divers a unique opportunity to explore the ocean’s natural beauty and underwater ecosystems. They made these remarks addressing the media recently […]

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Japanese delegation in Sri Lanka for tourism promotion

Japanese delegation in Sri Lanka for tourism promotion

A Japanese delegation comprising 11 members, who arrived in Sri Lanka for tourism promotion under the coordination of Connaissance De Ceylan, one of the country’s leading tourism companies, visited the Presidential Secretariat on March 14. The primary objective of the delegation is to study and gain a deeper understanding of Sri Lanka’s people’s history, the […]

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Caltex Abimani scholarships strengthen female talent pipeline in STEM

Caltex Abimani scholarships strengthen female talent pipeline in STEM

Chevron Lubricants Lanka PLC, in collaboration with the Ceylon German Technical Training Institute launched Caltex Abimani Women in STEM, a corporate social responsibility initiative designed to empower young Sri Lankan women pursuing education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The initiative highlights Chevron’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. The program supports deserving students with […]

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