by strong growth in both merchandise and services exports, according to the latest figures released by the Export Development Board (EDB). Combined merchandise and services exports reached an estimated US$ 9.01 billion during January-June 2026, recording an 8% year-on-year increase compared with the corresponding period last year. Merchandise exports grew by 8.95% to US$ 7.07 […]
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National Development Bank PLC (NDB/ the Bank) announced its financial results for the six-months ended June 30, 2026 (1H 2026/ period under review), as released to the Colombo Stock Exchange on July 22, 2026. Despite the challenges arising from the fraud uncovered in April 2026, the Bank delivered healthy results, driven by strong core banking […]
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Toastmasters District 82, Division I commenced its programme calendar for the year with the Club Officer Training Programme (COTP) and COOL. (Club Officer Outbound Learning), held on 18 July 2026 at MAS Athena, Thulhiriya Designed to equip club officers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence required to lead effectively, the programme brought together Toastmasters from […]
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ParentX, developed by Joseph Fraser Ninewells Hospital, has introduced Sri Lanka’s first dedicated postpartum retreat, bringing to Sri Lanka an internationally recognised model of recovery for mothers after childbirth. Designed to support mothers during the critical weeks following childbirth, ParentX places equal emphasis on a mother’s recovery as it does on the birth of her […]
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New fencing conservation initiative at Uga Ulagalla will protect 65 farming families while helping safeguard Sri Lanka’s elephant population. Uga Resorts, the award-winning Sri Lankan hospitality group renowned for its authentic luxury experiences, has reached another significant conservation milestone with the completion of a second community elephant fence near its five-star Uga Ulagalla resort in […]
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Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited marks another milestone with the opening of Hayleys Nature Nest (Pvt) Ltd Sri Lanka’s first of its kind Frozen Concentrated Coconut Water Manufacturing Facility. This state-of-the-art facility represents another significant step in our journey to create greater value from Sri Lanka’s rich agricultural resources. By transforming locally sourced coconut water into […]
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Deputy Minister of Tourism Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe yesterday (21) called on BIMSTEC member states to strengthen regional tourism cooperation through improved connectivity, integrated tourism products and sustainable development, saying no country could fully realise its tourism potential in isolation. Delivering the keynote address at the opening of the 4th Meeting of the BIMSTEC Network of […]
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Amãna Bank continued its strong profitability momentum by nearly doubling its profits in Q3 to reach a YTD PBT of LKR 2.7 billion (39% YoY) and PAT of LKR 1.6 billion (44% YoY), setting a new record by achieving the Bank’s 2024 full-year PBT in 9 months. During Q3,PBTsoaredby 91% YoY to LKR 1.2 billion […]
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Reaffirming its commitment to empowering future generations through education, Seylan Bank recently opened its 293rd Pahasara Library at Ranpokunugama Maha Vidyalaya, Ranpokunugama, marking another significant milestone in the Bank’s journey towards establishing 300 Pahasara Libraries across Sri Lanka. The library was opened in the presence of Ajith Wijesundara Deputy Zonal Director Western Province; Chamila Withana Area Manager West Region […]
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The People’s Bank Okanda Dansel Committee – Ampara conducted its 25th Annual Dansel Programme on July 17, at the entrance to Kumana National Park in support of devotees undertaking the sacred Kataragama Pada Yatra. The programme was graced by the participation of Prof. Narada Fernando, Chairman of People’s Bank. Among those in attendance were K.M.P.P. Kulathunga (Regional Manager […]
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