Army Commander promoted to General

First Capital Startup Nation by Hatch returns with regional expansion to empower South Asian innovation with up to USD 1 Million in Funding

Hatch, Sri Lanka’s largest Startup Ecosystem player teams up with First Capital Holdings PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a key player in Sri Lanka's capital markets landscape, to launch the 2026 edition of First Capital Startup Nation following the success of its inaugural programme. Returning with an expanded regional focus, the initiative reinforces the long-term partnership between the two organisations to accelerate entrepreneurship and strengthen Sri Lanka's innovation ecos

20 Jul, 2026

Seylan Bank Drives EV Financing at Colombo EV Motor Show 2026

Seylan Bank PLC successfully concluded its participation as the Official Banking and Leasing Partner of the Colombo EV Motor Show 2026, marking the Bank's first-ever partnership with Sri Lanka's largest international electric vehicle and motor accessories exhibition. Held from 26 to 28 June at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre (BMICH), the three-day event attracted more than 17,000 visitors, bringing together leading automotive brands, industry stakeholders and electric mobil

21 Jul, 2026

‘India Calling’ Forum Set to Unlock Bilateral Trade and Investment Barriers

In a major push to redefine economic ties between Sri Lanka and India, the Lanka India Business Association (LIBA) has announced the highly anticipated corporate forum, ‘India Calling’. Scheduled for August 6th at the Taj Samudra, Colombo, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, the full-day event is designed to bridge commercial gaps, unpack regulatory friction, and establish a framework for shared cross-border prosperity. LIBA is hosting the forum to actively catalyze deeper private sector integration, movi

20 Jul, 2026