Asiri Medical Hospital Enhances Patient Care with Newly Refurbished Ward 3B
Asiri Medical Hospital unveiled its newly refurbished Ward 3B, now ready to welcome patients and visitors. The ward features modern amenities aimed at improving patient privacy, comfort, and overall wellbeing, underscoring the hospital’s commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare. This investment reflects the hospitalโs ongoing commitment to creating an environment where clinical expertise is complemented by…
NCE applauds Sri Lankaโs USD 10 Bn export milestone
The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) congratulates the countryโs export community on achieving a significant milestone, with Sri Lankaโs export earnings surpassing USD 10 billion during the first six months of 2026. Pineapple export guide According to the Central Bankโs latest External Sector Performance report, export earnings increased by 3.3% year-on-year to…
DFCC Bank launches โDFCC Pragathiโ to strengthen support for Lankaโs MSMEs
DFCC Bank has launched DFCC Pragathi, a unified MSME proposition that brings together specialised financial solutions, business advisory services and capacity-building initiatives under one brand, making it easier for entrepreneurs to access the support they need to start, grow and scale their businesses. Building on nearly a decade of experience in serving the MSME sector,…
HNB Custody and Trustee Services first to receive ISO 9001:2015 certification
Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB), one of Sri Lankaโs leading private sector bank has secured yet another landmark achievement in its commitment to service excellence with the ISO 9001:2015 certification of its Custody and Trustee Services Department. This highly esteemed globally recognised certification has been awarded by TรV NORD, an internationally renowned German certificationbody accredited…
Peopleโs Bank introduces โLegacy 65โ anniversary investment plan
To commemorate its 65th anniversary, Peopleโs Bank has launched the โLegacy 65โ Anniversary Investment Plan, offering customers an exclusive opportunity to grow their savings while celebrating the Bankโs remarkable journey of serving the nation for over six decades. Introduced as a special anniversary promotion, the โLegacy 65โ Investment Plan is available for 65 days from…
TFAB hosts Public Seminar on โHow Supply Chain Adapts to Disruptive Trade Corridorsโ
The Trade Finance Association of Bankers (TFAB) hosted its annual Public Seminar on June 20, at the Hilton Colombo Residences, drawing a large gathering of banking professionals, trade experts and corporate executives. Focused on the timely theme, โHow Supply Chain Adapts to Disruptive Trade Corridorsโ, the seminar provided deep insights into navigating current global supply…
Sri Lankan business delegation heads to Australia after 15 years
A Sri Lankan business delegation will be in Australia from 17 to 21 August to participate in two business forums. These will be held from August 17 to 21 in Sydney and from August 24 to 27 in Melbourne. The event is organised by the Sri Lanka-Australia-New Zealand Business Council (SLANZBC) of the Ceylon Chamber…
IndiaโSri Lanka textile industries interact in Colombo
The IndiaโSri Lanka Textile Trade Forum was organised on the sidelines of the Intex Sri Lanka 2026 by Worldex India, with the support of the High Commission of India, on 6 August 2026 at BMICH, Colombo. Intex, the regionโs premier international textile sourcing exhibition, witnessed strong participation from India, with over 80 Indian exhibitors, Export…
Commercial Bank opens doors to nurture young creative talent
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has officially opened the doors to a new season of artistic expression with the launch of โArunalu Siththam 2026.โ This island-wide and international competition, which has become a staple in the creative calendar for Sri Lankan youth, invites children aged 4 to 16 to translate their imagination into art. By…
SriLankan Airlines resumes six-weekly flights to Kuwait
SriLankan Airlines has resumed direct flights between Colombo and Kuwait, with a six-weekly service commencing from Saturday (8), restoring an important air link between Sri Lanka and the Gulf region. Flight UL229 will operate from Colombo to Kuwait every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, departing at 5.10 p.m. and arriving in Kuwait at…