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April 09, 2025

Unilever Sri Lanka to host new Colombo Head Quarters at Havelock City Mireka Tower

UNILEVER Sri Lanka and Havelock City Ltd. have entered into a lease agreement to relocate Unilever’s Colombo Headquarters to Mireka Tower at the Havelock City.

1 min

SL invites international bids to procure 15 m polycarbonate cards to issue e-NICs

SRI Lanka is set to invite international bids for the procurement of 15 million polycarbonate cards to rollout electronic National Identity Cards (e-NIC) as part of its digital governance initiative.

1 min

BOI boosts Northern Province development by adding three new zones

ON his first visit to the north as the Board of Investment (BOI) Chairman, Dinesh de Herath sought support from the relevant Government officials to speed up the initial steps to ensure that the infrastructure facilities of the proposed investment zones in Kankesanthurai, Paranthan, and Mankulam can be finished promptly.

2 mins

Cabinet approves submission of CBSL report on inflation deviation to Parliament

CABINET of Ministers on Monday approved tabling a report in Parliament detailing the deviation of headline inflation from the target set under the Monetary Policy Framework of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act. No. 16 of 2023.

1 min

NKAR partners Australia’s largest tour operator Holiday Max to boost Sri Lanka tourism

NKAR, a well-established name in the tourism industry for over 45 years, continues to set itself apart with its innovative approach and vision. This time, NKAR has successfully brought one of Australia’s largest tour operators, Holiday Max, based in Perth, to Sri Lanka for the very first time. Holiday Max, a rapidly expanding brand in the Australian travel market,

1 min

Sri Lanka shines at ULT Travel Expo 2025 in Luxembourg

SRI Lanka gained significant attention as a premier travel destination at the ULT Travel Expo held on 29 and 30 March 2025 at the Pare Hotel Alvisse in Luxembourg.

1 min

Sri Lanka’s growing appeal as premium travel destination

Why Blue Orbit by Citrus is quickly becoming a must-visit icon

4 mins

118th Battle of the Maroons: Dharmaj’s dominance secures trophy in historic draw

THE 118th Battle of the Maroons between Dharmaraja College and Kingswood College concluded in a draw at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, with Dharmaraja College retaining the coveted trophy after an enthralling display of cricketing prowess that left their opponents struggling throughout the three-day encounter.

2 mins

MAS hands over kits to Sri Lanka National athletes

BODYLINE Ltd., a division of MAS Holdings, on Monday officially handed over the 2025 Sri Lanka athletes kits to the national contingent as part of the company’s ongoing partnership with Sri Lanka Athletics (SLA).

1 min

ComBank wins 5 Golds including overall winner award at LankaPay Technnovation Awards

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon won five Gold awards at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025, emphatically underlining the Bank’s leadership in payment technology innovation in Sri Lanka.

2 mins

LOLC FINANCE WINS GOLD FOR OVERALL EXCELLENCE AT TECHNNOVATION AWARDS SIX YEARS CONSECUTIVELY

LOLC Finance PLC, Sri Lanka's largest Non-Banking Financial Institution (NBFI), has once again proven its industry leadership, emerging as the undisputed champion at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025. The digital financial innovation powerhouse secured an impressive six prestigious accolades, including five Gold Awards and one Merit Award, cementing its dominance in the fintech landscape. Notably, it also clinched the coveted Overall Excellence in Digital Payments Gold Award for an outstanding sixth consecutive year.

5 mins

People's Bank Triumphs at LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025

People's Bank, a leading Licensed Commercial Bank in Sri Lanka, continued its legacy of excellence by securing multiple prestigious awards at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025, held at Shangri-La Colombo. The event, dedicated to celebrating innovation and technological advancements in the banking sector, saw People's Bank stand out prominently, reinforcing its commitment to providing cutting-edge digital banking solutions to its customers.

3 mins

RDB Bank continues digitalization journey

The state-owned Regional Development Bank (RDB), with roots tracing back to 1985, continues its mission to empower customers across micro, small, medium, and middle-scale industries.

1 min

HNB Takes Home Three Awards at LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025, Highlighting Innovation in Digital Banking

HNB PLC, a leader in Sri Lanka's banking sector, has once again demonstrated its commitment to innovation and customer convenience, receiving three prestigious awards at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025 held at the Shangri-La Colombo on 26th March 2025. HNB won the Excellence in Customer Convenience Merit Award, the Most Innovative Bank of the Year - Silver Award, and the Best Lanka QR Enabler - Gold Award.

2 mins

National Savings Bank Triumphs with Multiple Prestigious Awards at LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025

The National Savings Bank has once again reinforced its leadership and excellence in Sri Lanka's banking and financial services sector by securing multiple prestigious accolades at the highly anticipated LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025.

4 mins

DFCC Claims Top Honours with Two Gold & Two Merit Awards at Technnovation 2025

DFCC Bank has once again established its position as a leader in digital banking and financial inclusion, winning four prestigious accolades at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2025.