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CCPI in March 2025 signals easing of deflationary conditions

Sri Lanka, March 31 -- In line with the Central Bank's near term projections, deflationary conditions commenced easing in March. Headline inflation, as measured by the year-on- year (Y-o-Y) change in ... Read More


CMA CGM SILVERSTONE Makes Maiden Call at Hambantota International Port

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- The Hambantota International Port (HIP) welcomed vessel CMA CGM Silverstone, a pure car carrier operated by CMA CGM, marking her first-ever call at a Sri Lankan port. This miles... Read More


CFA Society Sri Lanka and Deloitte Lead the Way in Green Bond Investments

Sri Lanka, March 28 -- As the global financial landscape increasingly shifts towards sustainability, CFA Society Sri Lanka (CFASSL) and Deloitte have partnered to present a pioneering program on Green... Read More


Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi to undertake a State visit to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, March 28 -- The Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi will be undertaking a State visit to Sri Lanka from 04 to 06 April 2025. During this visit, Prime Minister Modi is expected to ho... Read More


TISL Welcomes IMF Structural Benchmark on Asset Declarations

Sri Lanka, March 28 -- Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) welcomes the introduction of a new Structural Benchmark in the IMF's Third Review Agreement, addressing gaps in implementing the Asse... Read More


Fitch Assigns State Mortgage & Investment Bank a First-Time 'BB(lka)' Rating; Outlook Stable

Sri Lanka, March 28 -- Fitch Ratings has assigned Sri Lanka-based State Mortgage & Investment Bank (SMIB) a first-time National Long-Term Rating of 'BB(lka)'. The Outlook is Stable. Key Rating Driver... Read More


UK Sanctions do not assist but serve to complicate national reconciliation process in SL: FM

Sri Lanka, March 27 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism takes note of the Press Release dated 24th March 2025, issued by the UK, Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office ... Read More


Emirates' A350 debuts in Sri Lanka, offering airline's unique Premium Economy experience

Sri Lanka, March 27 -- Emirates' latest aircraft, the Airbus A350, has made its debut in Sri Lanka, introducing an exciting new dimension in air travel to and from the popular destination of Colombo. ... Read More


South Asian University, New Delhi expands academic offerings and opens admissions

Sri Lanka, March 27 -- South Asian University (SAU), established with the vision of "Knowledge Without Borders," has announced the commencement of admissions for the 2025-26 academic session. The ann... Read More


Optimism among Swedish companies working with Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, March 27 -- "Growth in the last five years, growth in 2024 and optimism for 2025." These are some of the key findings from the Sweden-Sri Lanka Business Council's (SSLBC) 2025 Membership Su... Read More