DFCC Bank to Acquire Standard Chartered Bank’s Wealth and Retail Banking Business in Sri Lanka
DFCC Bank PLC (“DFCC Bank”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a binding Business Sale Agreement with Standard Chartered Bank, United Kingdom, acting through its branch in Sri Lanka (“SCB Sri Lanka”), to acquire the wealth and retail banking business
DFCC Bank and APLA Partner to Empower Sri Lanka’s Private Lecturers Through the Freelancer Proposition
Having long recognised the vital role private lecturers play in shaping Sri Lanka’s education landscape, DFCC Bank has taken a major step to usher in financial inclusivity to this dynamic sector. The Bank has partnered with the All-Island Private Lecturers’ Association (APLA) to
BoardPAC Achieves Carbon Neutral Certification for the Fourth Consecutive Year, Reinforcing Global ESG Leadership
BoardPAC, the global leader in digital board meeting automation, has proudly secured the Carbon Neutral Certification for 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year the company has achieved this milestone. The certification, awarded by the Sri Lanka Climate Fund (SLCF) under the Ministry of
DFCC Bank Sustains Growth Momentum in Q3-2025
DFCC Bank maintained its robust performance for the period ended 30 September 2025, underscoring its financial resilience and the success of its strategic initiatives. The Bank delivered solid results during this period, with consistent growth across key performance indicators. Loan and deposit volumes
Xiteb® shines at Asia eCommerce Awards 2025
Bringing pride to Sri Lanka, xCommerz®, the next-generation online commerce platform by Xiteb® (Pvt) Ltd., clinched the Silver Award for “Best eCommerce Innovation” at the prestigious Asia eCommerce Awards 2025, held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. This milestone marks the first time a
Royal Palms Beach Hotel, Kalutara, recognised for outstanding CSR and ESG commitment at SATA 2025
Royal Palms Beach Hotel (RPBH) in Kalutara, Sri Lanka, part of the Tangerine Group of Hotels, stands as a leading example of how hospitality sector can seamlessly integrate with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. The hotel’s operations
Kangaroo Cabs turns every ride into a message of hope with its pink ribbon campaign
This October, Kangaroo Cabs turned everyday rides into a powerful movement for awareness. Throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month, passengers stepping into Kangaroo Cabs were greeted by pink ribbons on the headrests, each paired with a QR code that led to a special page
Siyapatha Finance PLCShines Once Again – Crowned ‘Best Employer Brand’ for The Third Consecutive Year
Siyapatha Finance PLC has once again emerged victorious, securing the title of “Best Employer Brand” for the third consecutive year at the recently concluded Employer Branding Awards 2025. The accolade recognizes the company’s outstanding practices and innovative strategies in employer branding, reaffirming its
SLIIT’s Robofest 2025 Connects Local Creativity with Global STEM Demand
One of Sri Lanka’s most anticipated technology events, Robofest 2025, organised by the Faculty of Engineering of SLIIT, successfully concluded at the SLIIT Malabe Campus, marking another milestone in the university’s mission to nurture the next generation of innovators. Celebrated as the nation’s
Sarvajana Trust launched as a Pathway to Grassroots Empowerment
The Sarvajana Trust, an independent trust fund dedicated to empowering women and youth across Sri Lanka, was officially launched last evening at the Shangri-La, Colombo. The event drew a distinguished gathering of ambassadors, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and supporters of the Sarvajana Balaya led
