Sampath Bank Strengthens Ocean Plastic Reduction Efforts with the Community-led Material Recovery Facility (MRF) in Dickwella

Sampath Bank Strengthens Ocean Plastic Reduction Efforts with the Community-led Material Recovery Facility (MRF) in Dickwella

May 7, 2026

Reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship and inclusive socio-economic development, Sampath Bank PLC officially handed over a fully operational Material Recovery Facility (MRF) in Batheegama, Dickwella, under its ‘A Breath to the Ocean’, ocean plastic reduction initiative. This milestone marks a significant step

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Siyapatha Finance Unveils 62nd Branch in the Dynamic Horana City

Siyapatha Finance Unveils 62nd Branch in the Dynamic Horana City

May 7, 2026

Premier finance company Siyapatha Finance PLC recently unveiled its newest branch in Horana, successfully expanding its islandwide branch network to 62 branches. Located in one of the fastest-emerging economic hotspots in the Kalutara District, the Horana branch offers Siyapatha Finance’s wide range of

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Sri Lanka’s Renewable Energy Sector Faces Severe Financial Strain as LKR 10 billion in Dues Remain Unpaid

Sri Lanka’s Renewable Energy Sector Faces Severe Financial Strain as LKR 10 billion in Dues Remain Unpaid

May 7, 2026

The Federation of Renewable Energy Developers (FRED) today called for urgent government intervention to address a deepening financial crisis in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy sector, following prolonged payment defaults by the National System Operator (Pvt) Limited (NSO) for power already supplied to the

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Minoli Wickramasinghe appointed President of COYLE Ladies Chapter for 2026–2027

Minoli Wickramasinghe appointed President of COYLE Ladies Chapter for 2026–2027

May 7, 2026

The COYLE Ladies Chapter, the social service and charity arm of the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs, has appointed Minoli Wickramasinghe, CEO/Chairperson of Capital Trust Properties, as its President for the 2026–2027 term. The appointment was announced in early April 2026, following the

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DFCC Bank Strengthens Digital Capability Through FITIS Membership

DFCC Bank Strengthens Digital Capability Through FITIS Membership

May 7, 2026

DFCC Bank PLC has been certified as a Full Member of the Federation of Information Technology Industry Sri Lanka (FITIS) for 2026, marking a step in the Bank’s ongoing effort to strengthen its digital capability and align more closely with the country’s evolving

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VogueFest’26: Showcasing Global Fashion Excellence and Academic Brilliance

VogueFest’26: Showcasing Global Fashion Excellence and Academic Brilliance

May 6, 2026

The SLIIT Business School is delighted to announce the launch of VogueFest’26 for the 3rd consecutive time, the premier annual fashion extravaganza designed to celebrate creativity, innovation, and the entrepreneurial spirit. More than a glamorous runway event, VogueFest has become an influential platform

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Central Bank and Australia Partner to boost digital financial literacy for MSMEs with Skills for an Inclusive Economy

Central Bank and Australia Partner to boost digital financial literacy for MSMEs with Skills for an Inclusive Economy

May 6, 2026

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Australia’s Skills for an Inclusive Economy program on a pilot initiative to improve digital financial literacy for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), a critical driver of Sri

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IIHS and Akutagawa HRM launch structured pathway for Sri Lankan youth to build healthcare careers in Japan

IIHS and Akutagawa HRM launch structured pathway for Sri Lankan youth to build healthcare careers in Japan

May 6, 2026

At a time when global migration pathways are becoming increasingly complex and restrictive, the International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), in partnership with Akutagawa HRM Company, has introduced a structured and employment-driven programme aimed at enabling Sri Lankan youth to access career opportunities

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Daraz Sri Lanka’s 5.5 Best Price Sale Brings Bigger Deals, Better Prices and More Ways to Save

Daraz Sri Lanka’s 5.5 Best Price Sale Brings Bigger Deals, Better Prices and More Ways to Save

May 5, 2026

Daraz Sri Lanka is giving shoppers more reasons to open the app and “Get the Big One” with the launch of its 5.5 Best Price Sale, a value-packed shopping campaign designed for customers looking to save on everyday essentials, beauty favourites, lifestyle upgrades,

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DFCC Bank Builds Team Culture Through Strong Showing at Mercantile Netball League

DFCC Bank Builds Team Culture Through Strong Showing at Mercantile Netball League

May 5, 2026

DFCC Bank PLC’s women’s team emerged as Plate Champions at the recently concluded Mercantile Netball League Tournament, reflecting the Bank’s continued emphasis on building strong, connected teams beyond the workplace. DFCC Bank fielded two teams across both the Women’s and Mixed categories, encouraging

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