Category: Business and Economy

Responsible Crypto Adoption: Sri Lankaโ€™s Moment to Lead

By Kushal Manupati, Regional Growth & Ops Lead of South Asia at Binance Technology is fundamentally reshaping how value is exchanged worldwide. Digital assets have evolved into catalysts for transformation and expanded financial access. However, like any powerful innovation, their positive impact depends on responsible adoption and effective governance. For countries like Sri Lankaโ€”seeking inclusive…

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First Capital shines as โ€˜Higher Representation of Women on the Boardโ€™ at Women Friendly Workplace Awards 2025

First Capital Holdings PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a pioneering full-service investment institution, was recently recognised at the Satynmag Women Friendly Workplace Awards 2025, winning the prestigious title of โ€œHigher Representation of Women on the Board.โ€ The accolade is a significant milestone, reflecting the companyโ€™s steadfast commitment to fostering gender-balanced leadership and…

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DIMO Installs Sri Lankaโ€™s First ICC-Compliant LED Floodlights for Stadiums

Reinforcing its leadership in sports infrastructure development, DIMO has successfully completed the installation of Sri Lankaโ€™s first and second LED floodlighting systems at two of the countryโ€™s most iconic cricket stadiums. The first installation was completed at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium (RDICS) in 2023, followed by the second at the R. Premadasa International…

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Nations Trust Bank strengthens businesses in the Southern region to drive economic growth and agility

Nations Trust Bank recently hosted a business forum as part of its โ€œBeyond Ordinaryโ€ Nations Business Advisory series, bringing together selected Business and Private Banking customers for an evening of knowledge-sharing and purpose-driven collaboration in the Southern Region. The event was attended by business leaders who were given a platform to exchange ideas, learn about…

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Colombo Hockey Association Brings Down Curtains on 2025 League and Knockout Tournaments

The Colombo Hockey Association (CHA) concluded its 2025 League and Knockout tournaments in grand style, marking yet another milestone in the nationโ€™s hockey calendar. Over the course of two and a half months, nearly 110 matches were contested across four competitive categories: Menโ€™s A Division, Menโ€™s B Division, Menโ€™s C Division, and the Womenโ€™s Division.…

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BAN Celebrates 7 Years of Creativity with Seven Wins at Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025

BAN, Sri Lankaโ€™s hottest integrated marketing agency, proudly celebrated its 7th anniversary with an extraordinary win at the Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025, reaffirming its creative leadership and disruptive approach to brand integration. BAN secured Gold in Integrated Marketing for Sunshine Groupโ€™s Watawala Campaign, Bronze in Cause, Environment or Sustainability for Haleon Sri Lankaโ€™s Panadol,…

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Nex-Gen Engineering Partners with Sarvodaya Development Finance to Deliver Community-Centric Interior Design

In an effort to modernise and humanise banking environments, Nex-Gen Engineering Studio has been entrusted with the comprehensive interior design and renovation of Sarvodaya Development Finance PLCโ€˜s (SDF) branch network. Upgrades in Moratuwa, Pasyala, Karandeniya, Ruwanwella, Kalmunai, Hatton, Panadura, and Digana have been completed. Each branch was evaluated individually to refine zoning, layout, and furniture…

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