In today’s digital age, e-commerce businesses in Sri Lanka face stiff competition to attract and engage with potential customers online. With businesses relying heavily on their websites as the primary point of contact with their customers, implementing an effective search engine optimization (SEO) strategy has become more important than ever before. SEO plays a critical…
Back in the times of classic advertising, you needed to be concerned about digital marketing impressions and total return on investment (ROI) of your efforts, optimizing your job according to your limited funds and the limited options available. Technology has forced us to believe Digital and proceed for internet advertising, where new metrics have been…
As Sri Lanka’s corporate sphere eagerly approaches the most prestigious event of the year, the anticipation for the announcement of the National Business Excellence Awards 2024 reaches its peak. This eminent Corporate Awards Ceremony is poised to honor the most outstanding contributions to Sri Lankan Business Recognition, encapsulating the highest standards of Business Leadership and…
Actor turned politician, Roger Seneviratne, who is also a councilor of the Western Provincial Council representing the National Freedom Front (NFF) led by MP Wimal Weerawansa, has handed his resignation from the party. Seneviratne in a latter dated June 1, 2018 addressed to party leader, MP Weerawansa has stated that he was resigning from the…
Jan 16, Colombo: Skeletal remains of 300 people and human bones have been unearthed as of today from the mass grave found in Mannar in Northern Sri Lanka after the grave area has been expanded for a second time since the excavations began on May 28 last year, Senior Judicial Medical Officer Shaminda Rajapaksa said….
The Arugam Bay Girls Surfing Club in Sri Lanka is making waves, literally! The all-female surf club is shattering the stereotype that certain sports are meant only for men, and has become the country’s first officially-registered female surf club. The club’s president, Shamali Sanjaya is a 30-year-old mother from Arugam Bay. She organises beach cleanups and…
The landscape of Sri Lanka healthcare is undergoing a momentous transformation, with the Asiri Port City Hospital stepping into the limelight as a significant business pillar. Recognized for its strategic business importance, Asiri Port City Hospital, with its comprehensive healthcare development plan, is poised to revolutionize the nation’s medical services. Securing cabinet approval as a…
As gatekeepers of professional standards, CMA Sri Lanka recently gathered the esteemed minds in the field of finance and management at the Cinnamon Grand for a momentous occasion. The inauguration of the National Management Accounting Conference 2023 underscored the emergent need for ‘Sustainability and Value Creation in an Economic Turmoil’. Alongside the conference, the Professional…
Several new artifacts have been found from a recent excavation at the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and a statue of a lion made from terracotta was among them. The excavation is currently underway in the northern water conduit of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Director General of the Central Cultural Fund (CCF) Prof. Prishantha Gunawardena said. Several…
The world of digital payments witnessed a transformative leap in Sri Lanka with the introduction of the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) facilitated by Dialog Genie Business. This leap not only engraved a significant milestone in the fintech landscape but also marked the expansion of a financial technology framework joining hands with a neighboring giant. As…
(I) BACKGROUND TO THIS REPORT Over the past thirty two months, various inquiries, investigations and judicial processes in relation to Sri Lanka’s biggest-ever economic scandal, the Bond Scams of February 2015 and March 2016, have been carried out by different authorities. However, due to the complexity of this issue and the subsequent masterly cover-up attempt, the magnitude…
In 8 coordinated attacks around Sri Lanka, 215 people were killed and 449 were injured. the death toll included 35 foreign nationals. the nationalities were USA, Denmark, Pakistan, India, Morocco, China, Japan and Bangladesh. 7 persons have been arrested and an island-wide curfew has been imposed until 6 a.m on Monday morning. Schools throughout the…
In the midst of navigating through profound economic challenges, Sri Lanka finds itself at a crossroads where extended tax imposition has become the cornerstone for financial crisis recovery. The International Monetary Fund (IMF), steering the course of the nation’s fiscal reforms, posits that a steadfast approach towards improving tax policies is pivotal for Sri Lanka…
Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed seven members to the Office on Missing Persons (OMP) and handed over the over the appointment letters to the commissioners of the OMP on Wednesday at the Presidential Secretariat. The OMP law was passed in Parliament in Aug 2016 and the office became operational in September 2017 after…
ikman.lk, Sri Lanka’s largest online marketplace recently introduced ‘ikman Pay’ providing customers’ greater convenience and enhanced security across all its online payment options. Any ikman.lk service or product that requires payment can now be easily processed through ikman Pay https://pay.ikman.lk/ Combining all online payment options ikman Pay includes ikman.lk’s wide range of payment solutions such as…
Amid Sri Lanka’s striving towards economic stability, VAT benefits emerge as a cornerstone of the proposed tax reform. With an eye on bolstering the tax-to-GDP ratio, crucial for robust fiscal health, the country considers amendments to its taxation framework. As part of the IMF stabilization program, Sri Lanka is urged to enhance its tax-to-GDP ratio,…
“Success is where preparation and opportunity meet.” This powerful insight by racing driver Bobby Unser elegantly encapsulates the budding partnership between Japan and Sri Lanka. As Japanese investments in Sri Lanka pivot towards an era of reinvigoration, it becomes clear that the groundwork laid by the economic ties of nations can lead to formidable business…
The heart of Sri Lanka’s economic recovery beats in the resilience of its small businesses. Amidst ongoing financial crises and the aftermath of a global pandemic, small businesses in Sri Lanka are emerging as crucial players in igniting SME growth and bolstering post-Covid-19 economic resilience. Considering the dynamic landscape of Sri Lanka economic challenges, it…
The nexus of bi-national business growth between Sweden and Sri Lanka saw an invigorating boost this year at the SSLBC AGM 2023, symbolizing a cornerstone event set in the coastal embrace of the Mount Lavinia Hotel. This congregation was not only a testament to the robust Sweden-Sri Lanka relations but also a reflective observation of…
In an endeavor to energize Sri Lanka’s business revival, the Central Bank has introduced pivotal MSME recovery regulations. These regulations are designed to facilitate the resurgence of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by instituting business revival units within licensed banks. Each unit will specialize in assisting economically distressed businesses, steering them towards a path…
The Sri Lanka Survey Department (SLSD), the national surveying and mapping organisation under the Ministry of Land and Land Development, has taken steps to revise the geographical map of the country after 18 years. The new map of Sri Lanka consisting of 92 maps in a 1:50,000 ratio is in progress, Survey General of Sri…
Ward Place in Colombo has been closed for traffic from Town Hall due to a protest by university students, Ada Derana reporter said. The Inter University Students’ Federation (IUSF) organised the protest march in Colombo today (21), demanding solutions for the issues of South Eastern University students. The agitation is also against the recent statements…
Amidst the vibrant economic landscape of Sri Lanka, Port City Colombo emerges as a powerhouse for entrepreneurs and businesses, establishing itself as a premier Sri Lanka business hub. With its comprehensive corporate services and unparalleled investment opportunities, this beacon of commerce stands tall, heralding a new chapter in the island’s economic development. The Business Center,…
The Department of Registration of persons has facilitated a one-day service for students sitting for the upcoming Ordinary Level Examinations to obtain their ID cards. Commissioner General Viyani Gunathilake said that IDs could be obtained at the main office of the department on November 25. The Commissioner General notes that the ID card need not…
Sri Lanka Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has expressed deep concern over the recent statement made by the State Minister of Child Affairs Vijayakala Maheswaran that the vanquished terrorist organization LTTE should be reorganized to curb rising crime in the North. Accordingly, the Prime Minister has asked the President to remove Vijayakala Maheswaran from the state…
The island nation of Sri Lanka, historically known for its enchanting beauty and strategic maritime position, is charting a new course in economic transformation. At the crux of this journey lie the burgeoning sectors of Information Technology (IT) and biotechnology advancement, propelling the country towards innovation and global competitiveness. With continual efforts to bolster the…