Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 30 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Demonstrating the Ministry of Defence's continued dedication to the welfare of war veterans and War Hero families, Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) presided over the Public Day programme held at the Ministry premises today (30 January). The Public Day offers an opportunity for retired and disabled war veterans, along with the families of fallen heroes, to pre...
India, Jan. 29 -- As India intensifies its focus on large-scale public and institutional infrastructure, Swadeshi Civil Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. (SCIPL) is reinforcing its role as a long-term nation-building partner, approaching five decades of infrastructure development in India with a strong emphasis on leadership, sustainability, and people-centric growth.Nearly 47 years of public and institutional infrastructure development in IndiaDelivery of courts, hospitals, campuses, transport and gover...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 29 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The arrangements and preparations for the upcoming 78th National Independence Day celebrations were outlined at a media briefing held today (29 January) at the Department of Government Information. The briefing was attended by the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government, Hon. Minister A. H. M. H. Abayarathna; the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sam...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 29 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Mathew Duckworth, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (29 January). The meeting was held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere, during which both parties engaged in discussions on matters of mutual interest and the further strengthening...
New Delhi, Jan. 28 -- Piccadily Agro Industries Limited (PAIL), India's fastest-growing premium alco-bev manufacturer, delivered a standout Q3 FY26, powered by surging demand for its single malt and premium portfolio, driving robust growth and performance. Revenue Rises 52.5% YoY To Rs 313.8 Crore As Premium Alco-Bev Brands Boost Profitability Financial Highlights - Q3 FY26 (YoY comparison) Revenue from Operations stood at Rs 313.80 crore , registering a robust 52.5% growth over Rs 20...
India, Jan. 28 -- Bengaluru, India - January 27, 2026 - Spydra, a low-code asset tokenization platform, today announced the release of its new Custodial Wallet for Investors capability for public-chain token stores-designed to remove one of the biggest adoption hurdles in tokenized investing: the requirement that every investor must first become a "crypto power user."For many first-time investors, the path to buying tokens still involves installing browser wallets, managing seed phrases, underst...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 28 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Colombo - The National Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force (NAHTTF) officially launched the National Strategic Action Plan to Monitor and Combat Human Trafficking (2026-2030) on 28 January 2026, reaffirming Sri Lanka's strong commitment to eliminating all forms of human trafficking and strengthening coordinated national responses. The launch was held under the patronage of the Hon. Prim...
India, Jan. 27 -- Bengaluru: The 2026 edition of HortiConnect India Expo, scheduled from October 1 to 3 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), will see an expanded focus as it begins to engage more directly with India's wider agriculture sector. The trade fair will be co-hosted by Messe Muenchen India in partnership with Bengaluru-based HortiConnect Global Pvt. Ltd.Originally positioned as an international-standard trade fair centred on horticulture, the organisers said the bro...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 27 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: His Excellency the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Sri Lanka, Mr. Wiebe de Boer paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office in Colombo yesterday (26 Jan). The meeting, marked by cordiality and mutual respect, centered on matters of shared interest and explored avenues to further deepen the longstanding bilat...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Jan. 26 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Fashion Bug has been honoured with the People's Pinnacle Retail Textile Service Excellence Award 2025, reaffirming the brand's long-standing commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence. The award was presented at the People's Pinnacle Awards 2025, held at the Shangri-La Colombo, Sri Lanka's largest award ceremony, recognising over 300 leading companies for excellence. The award reflects the tr...