Category: Business and Economy

Kapruka Holdings PLC (CSE: KPHL) recently reported encouraging results for the quarter ended 30 September 2025, as shared in the Chairman & CEO’s Review dated 06 November 2025. The Group delivered 12% year-on-year revenue growth, while gross profit increased 19%. Most notably, operating performance improved 77% year-on-year, reflecting disciplined execution and the growing impact of…

The 27th Presidential Export Awards Ceremony, organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) under the Ministry of Industries and Development, was held Yesteray (11) at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall under the patronage of Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, Prime Minister of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. As the highest national accolade…

Diplomats based in Colombo have made a personal contribution of LKR 3.6 million to the government’s “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Fund, which provides relief to people affected by the recent devastating cyclone. The relevant cheque was handed over today (11) to Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Mr. Vijitha Herath, by Her Excellency Dewi…

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) conducted the International Research Symposium – 2025 during 08-10 December 2025 under the theme of “Stability for Prosperity” at the CBSL John Exter International Conference Hall, to mark the 75th Anniversary of the CBSL. The symposium, organised by the Economic Research Department of the CBSL, comprised the following…

The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) took a leading role in an initiative to showcase Sri Lanka as a premier tourist destination in France and Europe by hosting a dedicated media tour from France. The tour coincided with the visit of celebrated French national rugby player Serge Betsen, who was in Sri Lanka from 17–20 November 2025, as part…

New facility aims to strengthen cybersecurity skills and empower IT professionals across Sri Lanka Sophos, a global leader in innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, announced the launch of its new Authorized Training Center (ATC) in partnership with Sinetcom (Pvt) Ltd., a leading cybersecurity solutions provider in Sri Lanka. The new training facility, located in…

DFCC Bank has introduced a range of practical credit and debit card benefits designed to ease financial pressure while still giving families the chance to experience the season’s warmth. With up to 70% savings across supermarkets, healthcare, education, retail, and online services, DFCC Credit and Debit Cards aim to help customers manage essential spending with…

Lankem Agro, Sri Lanka’s trusted partner in agriculture, today announced the launch of three breakthrough fertilizer innovations, Vovo K Power, Wonder K, and N-Shield Dual Urea marking a significant advancement in sustainable and efficient crop nutrition. These next-generation solutions reinforce the company’s purpose of nurturing growth, enriching lives, and empowering farmers through scientifically driven, practical…

Emirates is ending 2025 on a sky-high note with another five global accolades won, this time at the 32nd annual World Travel Awards, held in Bahrain. Adding to its impressive portfolio of more than 20 accolades received in 2025, the latest titles celebrate Emirates as a leading airline brand, as well as recognising its multi award-winning…

Sri Lanka is confronting one of its most devastating flood emergencies in recent history, with more than 1.1 million people seeking refuge in over 1,500 safety centres nationwide. The disaster has claimed 355 lives, with 366 persons still missing, as communities across multiple districts grapple with unprecedented destruction. ChildFund Sri Lanka has launched a comprehensive…