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The selling rate of the US Dollar eased below Rs. 340 on Thursday after recording a sharp surge in the

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India–Sri Lanka Business Forum Highlights Expanding Trade and Investment Opportunities

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The India–Sri Lanka Business Forum held in Mumbai this week underscored growing momentum in bilateral trade, investment, and regional connectivity,

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Emirates Breaks Ground on US$5.1 Billion Engineering Mega Facility at Dubai South

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Dubai, UAE — Emirates has officially commenced construction of a landmark US$5.1 billion aviation engineering complex at Dubai South, marking one

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PayPal Officially Launches in Sri Lanka, Marking Major Step for the Digital Economy

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By Lakshitha Thiwanka | Technology & Digital Economy Sri Lanka officially entered a new phase of digital financial integration this

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US Dollar Surges Against Sri Lankan Rupee as Selling Rate Crosses Rs. 329

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The US Dollar recorded a sharp increase against the Sri Lankan Rupee on Wednesday, with the selling rate crossing Rs.

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Commercial Bank Group Assets Surpass Rs. 3.5 Trillion in Strong First Quarter Performance

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Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has reported a milestone-rich first quarter for 2026, with the Group’s total assets surpassing Rs. 3.5

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Sri Lanka and Nepal Launch Cross-Border Digital Payment Connectivity

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By Lakshitha Thiwanka | Banking & Digital Economy Sri Lanka and Nepal have officially launched cross-border digital payment connectivity, marking

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Daraz Sri Lanka Launches ‘5.5 Best Price Sale’ with Major Discounts Across Categories

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By Lakshitha Thiwanka | Retail & E-Commerce Daraz Sri Lanka has launched its latest “5.5 Best Price Sale,” introducing a nationwide

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Sri Lanka to Launch Direct PayPal Receiving Service from May 15

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By Lakshitha Thiwanka | Technology & Digital Economy Sri Lanka is set to enable direct PayPal money receiving services from

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HNB Launches Tailored Financing Scheme for 447 Luna Tower Apartments

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By Lakshitha Thiwanka | Banking & Real Estate Hatton National Bank (HNB) has introduced a specialised financing solution for buyers of

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