Australia-Sri Lanka relationship heads into new terrain

The Australian Border Force marks another momentous occasion by generously giftingSri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) three All-terrain Vehicles (ATVs) at a special ceremony in Colombo. The small, motorised, off-highway vehicles are generally used on rough ground and will complement SLCG’s existing land coastal patrol activities. Test driving the ATVs during his official visit to the […]

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First Capital Holdings Delivers Profitable Start to FY24/25

First Capital Holdings PLC (the Group) reported a Profit After Tax of Rs. 582 million for the quarter ended 30 June 2024, compared to Rs. 2.8 billion in the same period last year. This performance marks a significant achievement reflecting the Group’s strategic agility amidst the uncertain and challenging political and macroeconomic environment characterized by […]

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Gem and Jewellery industry in Sri Lanka losing its sheen?

SLGJA rings alarm bells about the gradual migration of the gem and jewellery industry The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA), raises growing concern that the imposition of high taxes, including the Value-Added Tax (VAT) is driving businesses in the gem and jewellery industry to be relocated to other, countries, which have more conducive […]

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Jaffna Teaching Hospital’s MRI Capabilities Enhanced by DIMO Healthcare, Positively Impacting North-East Areas

DIMO Healthcare recently donated an additional workstation for the Siemens Healthineers 3 Tesla MRI Scanner at Jaffna Teaching Hospital expediting MRI report generation, for faster diagnosis that facilitates informed decisions on treatment plans for medical practitioners.  The healthcare arm of the leading diversified conglomerate DIMO, also known as  DIMO Healthcare Installed the Siemens Healthineers 3 […]

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Uswatte to relaunch Chirpy Chips, a fun filled snack with 100% food value

Uswatte Confectionery Works Pvt Ltd. Sri Lanka’s oldest Confectionery manufacturer with over 68 years of offering high quality Confectionery delicacies and snack food, is thrilled to announce the revival of beloved potato chip brand, Chirpy Chips. The fun filled snack is meticulously manufactured using pure potato and promises 100% food value in every bite. Chirpy Chips […]

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SLITAD recognises Hayleys Fentons with Gold Award for exceptional dedication to people development

Hayleys Fentons was honoured with the Gold award at the recent People Development Awards (PDA) organised by the Sri Lanka Institute of Training and Development (SLITAD). This award is a platform to recognise and honour companies that have demonstrated an exceptional dedication to people development across Sri Lankan business enterprises. SLITAD aims to draw attention […]

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