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People's Bank announces business loans to step up business to next level

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April 29, 2025

PEOPLE'S Bank is dedicated to fostering business growth by providing flexible and competitive business loan solutions. With interest rates starting as low as 7% annually, entrepreneurs can access tailored financing options designed to meet the diverse needs of industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, sales and services, import and export, and sustainable businesses.

People's Bank announces business loans to step up business to next level

Supporting business growth with development and SME loans

According to People's Bank Deputy General Manager - Enterprise Banking Wickrama Narayana, "Development and SME loans play a crucial role in driving economic growth by providing entrepreneurs and small businesses with the financial support they need to expand and innovate. These loans empower businesses to invest in new technologies, enhance productivity, and create employment opportunities, ultimately contributing to a thriving economy. Therefore, People's Bank has introduced various loan schemes to support the SME and Micro sectors, ensuring they have the financial backing needed to grow and sustain their businesses."

Loan schemes to suit various business needs

Aswenna loan scheme

This loan scheme is specifically designed for farmers to support the purchase of paddy lands. It offers investment loans up to Rs. 5 million and working capital loans up to Rs. 2 million, enabling farmers to enhance their agricultural operations effectively.

Vanitha Saviya loan scheme

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RTI Commission flags crippling staff shortages

Says Commission functioned without Chairperson and one Commissioner for five months with only one legal officer and two legal assistants for much of year; Notes risks to information right of citizens and Constitution that could undermine progressive gains made so far under RTI regime; As RTI Act approaches a decade in 2026, law has been cited as global benchmark

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5 mins

November 22, 2025

Daily FT

Daily FT

Hayleys Fabric bags Gold at National Chamber, NEDA Western Province Entrepreneur Awards 2025

THE Western Province Entrepreneur Awards 2025 was held in grandeur on 19 November at the Lotus Hall, BMICH, marking the eighth consecutive year of this prestigious event.

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2 mins

November 22, 2025

Daily FT

Daily FT

CCB targets higher coconut output in 2026 amid concerns over leaf blight

Coconut Cultivation Board targets 4.2 nuts next year; YTD Aug. production yields 1.92 b nuts, prices up 53% while exports increase 35% to $367m; Govt. allocates over Rs. 3 b to develop coconut industry in 2026

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1 mins

November 22, 2025

Daily FT

Daily FT

How survivor-centred tech solutions can reduce digital violence

Shutting down online violence is not easy, but it can be done.

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3 mins

November 22, 2025

Daily FT

Daily FT

Sri Lanka shines at World Travel Market 2025: Showcasing island's tourism excellence to world

IN collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), the High Commission of Sri Lanka in London has marked a remarkable level of participation by the nation's tourism industry at World Travel Market (WTM) 2025, held from 4-6 November 2025 at the ExCel London.

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1 mins

November 22, 2025

Daily FT

Daily FT

Colombo Masters clinch Silver Finals at IFCR Roar Sri Lanka 2025

THE Colombo Masters delivered a remarkable comeback to secure the Silver Finals title at the IFCR Roar Sri Lanka 2025, defeating Thane Yodha by 90 runs in a commanding performance.

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1 mins

November 22, 2025

Daily FT

Daily FT

DFCC Bank powers Faldo Junior Golf and Pro-Am 2026 for second consecutive year

Creates international professional growth opportunities for youth

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1 mins

November 22, 2025

Daily FT

'Clean Sri Lanka' could be long-awaited national brand identity for tourism: Hiran

JETWING Symphony PLC Chairman and veteran tourism leader Hiran Cooray said President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative offers the country its strongest opportunity in decades to finally build a compelling and enduring national tourism brand.

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1 mins

November 22, 2025

Daily FT

Daily FT

Govt. moves to control prices of 200 more medicines

Reduces price of 350 essential medicines already

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1 mins

November 22, 2025

Daily FT

Daily FT

Al - Good or bad? You decide

CHANGE is the code word of this world. Everything is subject to change; our minds, the earth, the sky, our bodies, our friends, our enemies and of course information technology. Akin to the human space much has changed in space that is cyber and in this interview with Jesse Dingley, a 25-year-old British born AI engineer we attempt to look objectively at the phenomena that is AI.

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4 mins

November 22, 2025

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