Sampath Bank Leads Sri Lanka’s Lending Transformation Through AI-Enabled Credit Intelligence

Sampath Bank Leads Sri Lanka’s Lending Transformation Through AI-Enabled Credit Intelligence

May 2, 2026

Sampath Bank PLC continues to transform Sri Lanka’s banking landscape through the introduction of a fully integrated, AI-driven lending ecosystem, reinforcing its leadership in intelligent, data-led financial solutions. This marks one of the first comprehensive AI-driven lending frameworks in Sri Lanka, enabling seamless,

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Bank of Ceylon opens Badalgama branch, expanding access to modern banking services

Bank of Ceylon opens Badalgama branch, expanding access to modern banking services

May 2, 2026

The Bank of Ceylon recently opened its Badalgama branch, yet another step towards delivering a modern banking experience and efficient service to customers. The new branch strengthens the Bank’s extensive network over 660 branches and more than 2,400 customer service centers across the

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Sri Lanka Tourism Club unveils global campaign to woo luxury tourists, 5mn arrivals and boost earnings

Sri Lanka Tourism Club unveils global campaign to woo luxury tourists, 5mn arrivals and boost earnings

May 1, 2026

In a bid to attract high-end travellers to the country and help increase tourism receipts, the Sri Lanka Tourism Club (SLTC) has launched a major international promotional drive, bringing in global media partners to support it. The mentor behind the project, Dr. Prabath

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Pan Asia Bank Partners Sri Lanka Business and Biodiversity Platform to Launch ‘Life to Our Beaches’ Initiative

Pan Asia Bank Partners Sri Lanka Business and Biodiversity Platform to Launch ‘Life to Our Beaches’ Initiative

May 1, 2026

Pan Asia Bank is proud to partner with the Sri Lanka Business and Biodiversity Platform to launch the ‘Life to Our Beaches – Beach Caretaker Initiative’, reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable community development. As part of this initiative, Pan Asia

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DFCC Bank Strengthens Middle East Remittance Corridor Through AlfaNow Partnership

DFCC Bank Strengthens Middle East Remittance Corridor Through AlfaNow Partnership

Apr 28, 2026

DFCC Bank has entered into a partnership with AlfaNow in Dubai, expanding its remittance network across the Middle East and improving how Sri Lankans overseas send money home. The collaboration strengthens one of Sri Lanka’s most important financial lifelines. For many families, remittances

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Experiencing the Sinhala and Tamil New Year on TikTok, Where Every Avurudu Table Becomes One

Experiencing the Sinhala and Tamil New Year on TikTok, Where Every Avurudu Table Becomes One

Apr 28, 2026

There is a certain kind of magic that arrives in Sri Lanka with April. We hear it before we see it, in the unmistakable call of the koha bird echoing through the morning, signaling that Avurudu is near. Then comes the rush. Homes

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Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC appoints Sarmad Abbasi to the helm

Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC appoints Sarmad Abbasi to the helm

Apr 28, 2026

Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC (CTC) today announced the appointment of Sarmad Abbasi as its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective from 1st  May 2026. Mr. Sarmad Abbasi takes on the role from Ms. Fariyha Subhani who served as Managing Director and Chief

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Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited delivers strong financial performance in 2025 

Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited delivers strong financial performance in 2025 

Apr 27, 2026

Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited (SLICGL) delivered a remarkable performance in 2025, reinforcing its position as Sri Lanka’s leading general insurer with outstanding results across key financial metrics. The company sustained a Gross Written Premium (GWP) of Rs. 30.3 billion, demonstrating the

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ITC Ratnadipa Marks a Successful Inauguration of ‘The Art & Life of Jayantha Premachandra, Now Open to the Public’

ITC Ratnadipa Marks a Successful Inauguration of ‘The Art & Life of Jayantha Premachandra, Now Open to the Public’

Apr 27, 2026

ITC Ratnadipa successfully inaugurated The Art & Life of Jayantha Premachandra exhibition series on 22nd April 2026, in the presence of a distinguished gathering of dignitaries, members of the diplomatic community, embassy representatives, media, art enthusiasts, and the wider art circle. The exhibition

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Activ8 Asia Honored with Platinum Excellence in BPO & Customer Experience Solutions

Activ8 Asia Honored with Platinum Excellence in BPO & Customer Experience Solutions

Apr 27, 2026

Activ8 Asia was awarded Platinum Excellence in Business Process Outsourcing & Customer Experience Solutions in 2026 at City of Dreams, Cinnamon Life, Colombo, in recognition of its outstanding contribution to the BPO industry and its commitment to delivering exceptional customer experience solutions. The

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