Category: Business and Economy

Since 2010, the Government of Japan has been actively supporting the professional development of executive-level young government officials in Sri Lanka by providing opportunities for Postgraduate Degree programmes. These scholarships are offered on a grant basis through the Japanese Grant Aid for Human Resources Development Scholarship (JDS) Programme. The programme is funded by the Government…

The Emirates Group has kickstarted a global talent scouting and acquisition drive, revving up this phase of its phenomenal growth. This financial year, the aviation powerhouse is looking to onboard 17,300 people, equivalent to a mid-size town or the seating capacity of 58 Airbus A350 aircraft, across 350 roles. These roles span every facet, function and…

Janashakthi Finance PLC (formerly known as Orient Finance PLC), a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group), proudly celebrates its 44th anniversary, marking more than four decades of commitment to empowering Sri Lankans through innovative and inclusive financial solutions. From its humble beginnings to becoming a dynamic and trusted player in the country’s non-banking financial institution (NBFI)…

ing performance by Visakha Vidyalaya Hockey Club to a closely-fought CH & FC vs CR & FC battle that kept fans on edge, the Colombo Hockey League once again proved why it’s the crown jewel of Sri Lanka’s domestic hockey scene. Visakha Vidyalaya Hockey Club: Setting the Standard in Women’s Hockey There’s a new wave…

Dankotuwa Porcelain PLC, Sri Lanka’s leading name in luxurious and elegant porcelain tableware, has been appointed the exclusive Sri Lankan distributor for Kiros Hospitality. This landmark partnership marks a significant step forward in elevating operating supplies and equipment (OS&E) standards within the country’s fast-evolving hospitality industry. Through this collaboration, Dankotuwa Porcelain will introduce and promote…

Architect of India’s $17B SAP Transformation Joins IG to Drive Enterprise Innovation in Sri Lanka and APAC Marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s digital enterprise journey, Inextricable Group (IG) — a UK-headquartered business consultancy renowned for delivering enterprise-grade ERP, data, and digital transformation outcomes — announced the appointment of Vineet Jaiswal to its Non-Executive…

Janashakthi Life, Sri Lanka’s fastest-growing life insurance provider in the first quarter of 2025 and a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) has been named the Best Life Insurance Company for Digital Transformation – Sri Lanka 2025 by the prestigious UK Based Global Banking & Finance Awards®, a recognition that reinforces the company’s leadership in digital…

Janashakthi Life, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group), proudly marks a significant milestone as it hosts the ‘Nidahas Adahas’ Art Competition for the 3rd consecutive year, drawing close to 20,000 entries and showcasing the vibrant creativity of Sri Lanka’s youngest generation. The competition, open to two age categories, ages 3–5 and 5–10 encourages children to…

The 4th instalment of PodHub and AIA Insurance’s compelling four-part ‘Rethink Healthy’ podcast series featured Noeline Pereira, the founder of the vastly successful ‘Noeline’s’ salon chain. Her story and philosophy truly epitomise the campaign’s core message. Noeline is much more than a mere businesswoman, she is an advocate for wellness who embodies balance, discipline and…

The Ceylon Motor Traders’ Association (CMTA), one of South Asia’s oldest automotive associations, recently hosted its 105th Annual General Meeting (AGM), at Hilton Residencies, Colombo. The event, which was attended by distinguished stakeholders from across the automative industry, and Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker, Mr. Bingumal Thewarathanthri, Vice Chairman of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.  Mr.…