Janashakthi Life Extends entry age to 80, Extending availability of protection when most needed Another 1st from Janashakthi Life
Janashakthi Life, a leading brand in the insurance industry and a flagship brand of JXG (Janashakthi Group), has introduced a landmark innovation in life insurance, launching a new benefit that extends protection beyond traditional age limits and redefines long-term financial security for Sri Lankan customers. In a first for the local insurance industry, Janashakthi Life […]
SDB Bank Modernises its Digital Banking Infrastructure with IBM to Deliver Faster, Smarter Customer Experiences
Colombo, Sri Lanka — June 05, 2026: SDB Bank, one of Sri Lanka’s leading regulated banks, has collaborated with IBM (NYSE: IBM) and South Asian Technologies (SAT), an IBM business partner, to modernise its digital banking infrastructure and accelerate its transformation journey. By leveraging IBM’s enterprise infrastructure and automation solutions, SDB bank continues to demonstrate […]
Sri Lankan HR Leaders gain fresh insights on future of work at SHRM Tech26 in Mumbai
Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 2026: A delegation of eight HR professionals from Sri Lanka participated in SHRM Tech26, held recently at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, gaining exposure to regional conversations on artificial intelligence, workforce capability, leadership, and the future of work. Hosted under the theme “Connected Intelligence: From Connection to Cognition,” SHRM […]
Sampath Bank Opens Colombo Port City Branch to Advance Sri Lanka’s Global Investment Ambition
Sampath Bank PLC today marked a significant milestone in its growth journey with the official opening of its Colombo Port City Branch, reinforcing its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s emergence as a globally connected financial and investment destination. The opening ceremony was attended by the Sampath Bank Board of Directors, Corporate Management, representatives of the […]
Prime Group Partners with BNS: Two Legends. One Vision.
Prime Group, the Real Leader in Modern Real Estate in Sri Lanka, has entered a strategic partnership with Bathiya & Santhush (BNS), the country’s most internationally recognized music icons, marking a significant milestone in its journey to take Sri Lankan real estate to the world. The collaboration brings together two brands that have redefined excellence […]
First Capital takes the lead in sustainability across the capital market industry
First Capital Holdings PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a key player in Sri Lanka’s capital markets landscape, secured several global and local sustainability affiliations during FY 2025/26 while deepening its commitment towards responsible finance, climate accountability, financial inclusion and long-term stakeholder value creation. The year saw the company secure multiple globally recognised […]
Sri Lanka’s Largest Battery Energy Storage Programme to Strengthen Grid Stability and Accelerate Renewable Energy Integration
• Designed to store 40MWh of energy during daytime hours • Discharge up to 10MW to the national grid during evening peak demand periods • The deployment will introduce grid-forming battery storage technology across 13 substation sites • Directly supports Sri Lanka’s target of achieving 70% renewable energy generation by 2030 Sri Lanka is set […]
Capital Trust Properties renews strategic partnership with John Keells Properties
Partnership strengthens Capital Trust Properties’ role as a trusted transaction and advisory partner for Sri Lanka’s leading real estate developments Capital Trust Properties (CTP) has renewed its partnership with John Keells Properties to market its residential developments, including Cinnamon Life, TRI-ZEN, Viman and Vauxhall DSTRCT. The renewed partnership marks another milestone in Capital Trust Properties’ […]
99x Launches Xianix in Oslo, Marking a New Era of AI-Native Software Delivery Processes and Tools
99x has officially launched xianix.ai, its open-source AI platform designed to help organisations harness the full potential of Artificial Intelligence in the software delivery lifecycle. The launch took place in Oslo, Norway, during 99x’s Breakfast Seminar, “The 10X Productivity Promise: Can AI Deliver?”, bringing together technology leaders to explore how AI is reshaping productivity of […]
Sampath Bank Leads Sri Lanka’s Financial Future with Landmark Agreement for Port City Colombo Branch
Sampath Bank PLC has officially received approval from the Governing Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka to establish a dedicated branch within Port City Colombo, marking a significant move that reinforces Sri Lanka’s ambition to emerge as a globally connected financial and investment hub. This milestone represents a major step forward not only […]
