Category: Featured
Transforming Sri Lanka: Paving the path from traditional to digital economy
The Old Boys’ Association (OBA) of Maris Stella College, Negombo, proudly announces the upcoming edition of its flagship annual College Day oration and panel discussion, Maris Panorama 2025, scheduled to take place on 6th June 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Hotel Grandeeza, Negombo. Recognized as a nationally relevant platform for discourse on […]
Building dreams, driving change: BYD gains ground in Sri Lanka’s auto market
The world’s leading New Energy Vehicle (NEV) brand, BYD is making significant inroads in Sri Lanka’s automotive market just months after entering the country. Since the easing of import restrictions in early 2025, the brand has rapidly gained traction among Sri Lankan consumers, with growing demand for its electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle range. The […]
Sri Lanka’s liquid gold: The evolving story of pure Ceylon tea
The world recently celebrated International Tea Day on 21 May 2025 under the theme “Bringing people together over a cup of tea.” The day aims to raise awareness of tea’s long history and its deep cultural and economic significance worldwide, promoting collective action for sustainable production and consumption while highlighting tea’s fundamental role in uplifting […]
Strong April 2025 performance of Sri Lanka’s Apparel sector; JAAF
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry recorded an encouraging 15.14% year-on-year growth in April 2025, reflecting a notable rebound in demand from major global markets. According to data released by the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), exports to the EU (excluding the UK) surged by an impressive 27.04%, while shipments to the USA and UK grew by […]
Stakeholders validate apparel curriculum for persons with disabilities
A diverse group of stakeholders from Sri Lanka’s apparel industry, vocational training institutes, the Department of Social Services, Vocational Training Authority, Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission, EFC’s disability resource centre, organizations for persons with disabilities and international development agencies convened recently at the NH CollectionColombo for a national workshop focused on validating an inclusive apparel […]
NSBM signs loan agreement with BOC to accelerate phase II University development
NSBM Green University has signed a strategic loan agreement with the Bank of Ceylon (BOC) to support the ongoing Phase II development of its Homagama campus in a signing ceremony held on the 8th of May 2025 at the NSBM premises. The agreement was signed by Professor E. A. Weerasinghe, Vice Chancellor of NSBM, together with Professor Chaminda Rathnayake, […]
Navigating Sri Lanka’s digital future: A conversation with Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya
By Ashanthi Ratnasingham Sri Lanka is entering a defining chapter in its digital journey—one that could reshape how citizens live, work, and connect. As global economies accelerate toward smarter governance, inclusive connectivity, and resilient digital infrastructure, Sri Lanka is laying the groundwork to leapfrog into a digitally empowered future. Leading this transformation is Dr. Hans […]
RIUNIT suburban real estate update: Rajagiriya
A residential oasis Rajagiriya, once a quiet Colombo suburb was initiallyflagged in the RIUNIT Real Estate Market report in 2014 as having one of the highest growth potentials amongst all the suburbs in the Western Province. Since then, the area has consolidated its position as a high-growth real estate hub, leveraging its strategic urban proximity […]
Sri Lanka’s growth recovery exceeded expectations but remains fragile
The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) flagship economic publication, the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) April 2025, forecasts Sri Lanka’s recovery to continue at a moderate growth of 3.9% in 2025 and 3.4% in 2026 following the strong rebound in 2024. Economic recovery that began in the second half of 2023 continued across all sectors in 2024. Inflation […]
Sri Lanka launches the new National Anti-Corruption action plan
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery and Corruption (CIABOC) has officially launched the National Anti-Corruption Action Plan (NACAP) 2025-2029 today, as a strategic initiative to reaffirm the country’s commitment to strengthening governance, enhancing transparency, and reinforcing the rule of law. CIABOC led the development of the NACAP, supported by the technical expertise of the […]
NSBM Green University partners with American University, USA
Her Excellency Julie J. Chung, U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka “It is a proud moment to witness this partnership between American University and NSBM Green University—a powerful reflection of the enduring ties between the United States and Sri Lanka. The United States continues to attract the brightest minds and foster innovations that shape the future. […]
Sri Lanka, IMF Discuss EFF Progress, US Tariff Impact
A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and an International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation concluded successfully today, April 7, 2025, at the Presidential Secretariat. The discussions centered on the preliminary review of the fourth tranche of Sri Lanka’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement. The primary focus involved assessing Sri Lanka’s progress under the IMF-supported program […]