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JAT Holdings Records 36% Revenue Growth in 1H FY26/27, Led by Foreign Operations

JAT Holdings PLC reported revenue of Rs. 7.01 billion for the six months ended 30 September 2026, up 36% year on year, as overseas operations more than doubled their contribution. Profit after tax increased 27% to Rs. 504 million, according to the company’s results announcement. Profit before tax rose by the same percentage to Rs. 602 million. Local revenue grew 14% to Rs. 4.56 billion, supported mainly by the emulsion category. Foreign operations generated Rs. 2.45 billion, an increase of 115

06 Nov, 2026

JXG (Janashakthi Group) honoured for excellence in professional growth at SLITAD People Development Awards 2025/26

JXG, the Janashakthi Group, and three of its subsidiaries received awards at the SLITAD People Development Awards 2025/26, recognising their employee learning and development practices. JXG and First Capital Holdings PLC each received Gold awards, while Janashakthi Finance PLC and Janashakthi Insurance PLC received Silver awards at the ceremony at Marino Beach Hotel in Colombo. Daily FT The awards are organised by the Sri Lanka Institute of Training and Development to assess how organisations

06 Nov, 2026

Atlas Axillia and Nalanda College launch Tinkering Lab to Nurture Sri Lanka’s Next Generation of Innovators and Entrepreneurs

Atlas Axillia and Nalanda College have opened a Tinkering Lab at the school’s Innovation Center in Colombo, providing facilities for students to develop practical science, technology and entrepreneurial skills. The initiative is supported by technical expertise from India’s Atal Innovation Mission under NITI Aayog, with facilitation by the Indian High Commission, according to the partners. Located in the Nalanda College Centenary Building, the lab combines science, technology, engineering and

06 Nov, 2026

Sri Lanka’s First Agro-Tourism Villa Project: Bhoomi Realty Breaks Ground on ‘Rozella: The Ceylon Estate’

In a landmark milestone for Sri Lanka’s luxury real estate and eco-tourism sectors, Bhoomi Realty Holdings, a member of Prime Group, officially laid the foundation stone for its visionary development, ‘Rozella: The Ceylon Estate’, on October 22, 2026. As Sri Lanka’s first dedicated agro-tourism villa project, this prestigious venture introduces an unprecedented lifestyle and investment concept. Nestled in the world-famous Hatton-Rozella region, perched amidst emerald, mist-covered mountains alo

05 Nov, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort Earns Triple Honors at the 2026 World Luxury Awards

DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort says it has received three titles at the 2026 World Luxury Hotel Awards, covering its presidential suite, family holidays and wedding facilities. The resort lists its recognitions as Best Presidential Suite in Sri Lanka, Best Luxury Family Resort in South West Asia and Best Luxury Wedding Resort in South West Asia. The suite title is a national distinction, while the family and wedding resort recognitions apply to the South West Asia region. Acc

05 Nov, 2026

Sampath Bank and Mastercard collaborate to introduce two exclusive credit card variants for Chartered Professional Members (CPM) Sri Lanka

Sampath Bank and Mastercard have introduced Platinum and World credit cards for active members of the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka, combining payment facilities with travel and lifestyle benefits. The Sampath CPM Sri Lanka cards offer Mastercard acceptance internationally, Ultra Rewards Points, contactless payments and instalment options. The bank advertises overseas travel insurance cover of up to US$100,000 on both variants. Eligibility and credit limits remain s

05 Nov, 2026