Samsung Retains Global No. 1 Gaming Monitor Position for Seventh Consecutive Year

Samsung Retains Global No. 1 Gaming Monitor Position for Seventh Consecutive Year

May 21, 2026

In a world where every millisecond can decide victory or defeat, Samsung Electronics continues to set the pace. The global technology leader has officially retained its position as the No. 1 gaming monitor brand worldwide for the seventh consecutive year, reaffirming its dominance

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BIA private taxi operators seek rental relief after paying Rs. 19 mn monthly amid tourism slump

BIA private taxi operators seek rental relief after paying Rs. 19 mn monthly amid tourism slump

May 20, 2026

Private taxi operators at Bandaranaike International Airport are calling for urgent rental relief, stating that they are struggling to sustain operations after paying nearly Rs. 19 million in monthly rental fees amid a sharp decline in tourist arrivals during the off-season. The operators

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Bank of Ceylon Records Rs. 28.8 billion Profit Before Tax (PBT) for 1Q-2026   

Bank of Ceylon Records Rs. 28.8 billion Profit Before Tax (PBT) for 1Q-2026   

May 20, 2026

Bank of Ceylon (BOC), Sri Lanka’s premier financial institution, commenced 2026 with a solid financial performance, recording a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 18.8 billion for the three months ended 31 March 2026. Operating within a stabilizing macroeconomic environment, the Bank continued

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Uber Introduces Hybrid Subscriptions for Moto and Tuk Drivers

Uber Introduces Hybrid Subscriptions for Moto and Tuk Drivers

May 18, 2026

Uber, Sri Lanka’s most loved ridesharing platform, today announced the launch of Hybrid Subscriptions for Moto and Tuk drivers in the country. This includes a new ‘earn first, pay later’ model that gives drivers greater flexibility by allowing them to start earning on

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KIU University tops Ministry-led review with 85.86% score, setting new benchmark in higher education

KIU University tops Ministry-led review with 85.86% score, setting new benchmark in higher education

May 18, 2026

In a remarkable achievement for Sri Lanka’s higher education sector, KIU University has emerged as the highest-performing non-state university in the latest Ministry-led Periodic Institutional Review, recording an impressive overall score of 85.86%. The achievement is particularly significant as KIU, despite being a

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DFCC Bank Recognised Among Sri Lanka’s Top Employers for CIMA Members

DFCC Bank Recognised Among Sri Lanka’s Top Employers for CIMA Members

May 18, 2026

DFCC Bank PLC has been ranked 3rd among Sri Lanka’s top employers for CIMA members in 2026, a recognition awarded by AICPA & CIMA. The recognition reflects the Bank’s sustained focus on building a future-ready workforce through structured learning, professional development, and a strong culture of continuous improvement. Based on the

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Allianz Lanka Promotes Road Safety Awareness Among Three-Wheeler Drivers Across Sri Lanka

Allianz Lanka Promotes Road Safety Awareness Among Three-Wheeler Drivers Across Sri Lanka

May 18, 2026

In a continued effort to promote road safety awareness in Sri Lanka, Allianz Lanka recently concluded a large-scale island-wide sticker campaign engaging over 7,000 three-wheeler drivers across nearly 60 locations. Three-wheeler drivers play an essential role in Sri Lanka’s daily transport network, supporting communities

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71% of organizations suffered at least one identity breach in the past year: Sophos

71% of organizations suffered at least one identity breach in the past year: Sophos

May 18, 2026

Sophos, a global cybersecurity leader, today released the State of Identity Security 2026, a vendor-agnostic survey of 5,000 IT and cybersecurity leaders across 17 countries. The survey found that 71% of organizations suffered at least one identity-related breach in the past year, and

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One Love Reggae Festival 2026 set for 7-9 August

One Love Reggae Festival 2026 set for 7-9 August

May 17, 2026

South Asia’s first ever “One Love Reggae Festival” will be held from 7 to 9 August 2026 in Bentota Beach, its organisers announced yesterday. The festival will feature 9 legendary international reggae headlining artists making it one of the largest reggae gatherings ever

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Former Indian U19 World Cup star-led Sports Commune buys Jaffna Kings

Former Indian U19 World Cup star-led Sports Commune buys Jaffna Kings

May 17, 2026

Jaffna Kings announced that the franchise will come under the ownership of Sports Commune, led by Indian sports entrepreneurs Manjot Kalra and Mayank Goel, ahead of Lanka Premier League Season 6. A former India U19 World Cup cricketer, Kalra brings first-hand cricketing experience

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