Sri Lanka’s First Influencer Marketing Podcast Aims to Redefine the Future of Digital Influence
As influencer marketing continues to transform the way consumers discover brands and make purchasing decisions, Sri Lanka is witnessing the launch of a dedicated platform that brings meaningful conversations to the forefront of this rapidly evolving industry. Marketing strategist, Business…
Former employee ordered to pay Rs. 5 million for leaking trade secrets
The Supreme Court has ordered a former employee of ATG Ceylon (Pvt.) Ltd. to pay Rs. 5 million in damages after finding that he unlawfully disclosed the company’s confidential manufacturing information and trade secrets to a South Korean glove manufacturer. …
LIBA launches ‘India Calling!’ summit to boost Sri Lanka–India trade and investment
India calling forum on August 6th 2026 — The Lanka India Business Association (LIBA) has officially announced its landmark inaugural corporate summit, “India Calling!”, scheduled to take place on August 6, 2026, at the Taj Samudra, Colombo, from 9:00 AM…
CBSL rates: US Dollar selling rate steady at Rs. 340
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated further against the US Dollar today (31), compared to Thursday, with the USD selling rate steady at Rs. 340. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar…
Negombo Chief Jailor testifies in prison clash case
The Chief Jailor of Negombo Prison, Wickrama Jayantha Kumara, yesterday (30) appeared before the Negombo Magistrate’s Court and gave two hours of testimony regarding the deadly prison clash in which 10 officers and 22 inmates were killed. Testimony was recorded…
Three arrested after container torched in Negombo following fatal collision
Two young motorcyclists were killed late on July 29 when their motorcycle collided with a container truck turning across the road in the Bolawalana area along the Negombo–Minuwangoda Road. The Police said the victims, aged 18 and 20, were residents…
Oil falls more than $1 on greater flows despite US-Iran war
Oil prices fell on Friday but kept on track for a monthly rise of about a fifth, as more supplies flowed through crucial maritime chokepoints, despite a lack of major breakthroughs in talks between the United States and Iran. Brent…
Four bodies recovered after group including top mountaineer Nirmal Purja missing in avalanche
Rescue efforts are underway to find a group of missing climbers including world-renowned mountaineer Nirmal Purja following an avalanche on a mountain in Pakistan, the Alpine Club of Pakistan said. Emergency crews on the ground and in helicopters are scouring…
Colombo HC jails former Police officers and civilian over 2008 robbery
The Colombo High Court has sentenced two former Police officers and a civilian to rigorous imprisonment over charges of robbery stemming from a brawl at a restaurant in Dehiwala in 2008. Delivering judgment after a lengthy trial, High Court Judge…
New Fund to support contemporary art and artists from 2027
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that a new fund will be established in 2027 to provide structured, evidence‑based support for contemporary art and artists, underscoring the government’s commitment to fostering artistic excellence and sustainable cultural development. Speaking at the Ministry…