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Redefining Ethical Banking: How Janashakthi Finance is Scaling Shariah-Compliant Solutions in Sri Lanka.

May 21, 2026 at 7:13 PM

Janashakthi Finance PLC is expanding its footprint in the alternative finance sector through its dedicated unit, focusing on Shariah-compliant and ESG-aligned financial products for the Sri Lankan market.

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Redefining Ethical Banking: How Janashakthi Finance is Scaling Shariah-Compliant Solutions in Sri Lanka

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Strengthening the Banking Pillar: Essential for Sri Lanka’s Long-Term Economic Resilience.

May 19, 2026 at 12:22 AM

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SriLankan Airlines Launches Probes into Financial Irregularities in UAE and India.

May 17, 2026 at 7:36 PM

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Commercial Bank Group Hits Historic Rs. 3.5 Trillion Asset Milestone in Q1 2026.

May 15, 2026 at 11:52 PM

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Bank of Ceylon Posts Resilient Rs. 28.8 Billion PBT for Q1 2026

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May 15, 2026 at 9:54 PM

Bank of Ceylon Posts Resilient Rs. 28.8 Billion PBT for Q1 2026.

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has reported a strong start to 2026, achieving a Profit After Tax of Rs. 18.8 billion for the first quarter, supported by solid net interest income and fee-based growth.

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Finance

Pan Asia Bank Posts Strong Q1 2026 Growth Amidst Global Economic Headwinds.

May 15, 2026 at 8:40 AM

Pan Asia Bank has reported a resilient performance for the first quarter of 2026, achieving a 13% rise in Profit Before Tax to Rs. 1.65 billion, driven by record growth in deposits and advances.

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Pan Asia Bank Posts Strong Q1 2026 Growth Amidst Global Economic Headwinds

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Janashakthi Finance Bolsters Alternative Investment Portfolio with Shariah-Compliant Framework.

May 14, 2026 at 5:19 AM

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Economy

Syria Reconnects with Global Financial Systems Through Visa and Mastercard Integration.

Syria has officially authorized local banks to collaborate with Visa and Mastercard, ending a 15-year isolation from global payment networks as part of a strategic effort to revitalize its economy.

May 12, 2026 at 2:35 AM

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People’s Bank Spearheads Digital Payment Revolution to Advance Cash-Lite Economy.

May 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM

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Sri Lanka Escalates Fraud Alert as 'Pig-Butchering' Cyber Scams Surge

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May 9, 2026 at 7:25 PM

Sri Lanka Escalates Fraud Alert as 'Pig-Butchering' Cyber Scams Surge.

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has raised the national money laundering threat level for fraud to 'medium-high' due to a rapid increase in sophisticated international cybercrime, particularly 'pig-butchering' scams.

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A String of High-Stakes Financial Frauds Rock Sri Lanka’s Economic Landscape.

May 2, 2026 at 7:31 PM

Sri Lanka is grappling with a series of significant financial irregularities, including a massive internal bank fraud and multiple government-level payment security breaches, raising urgent concerns over governance and oversight.

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Finance

People’s Bank Investment Banking Unit Secures Prestigious Global Accolade for 2026.

People's Bank Investment Banking Unit (PBIBU) has been recognized as the Best Investment Bank in Sri Lanka for 2026 by the Global Banking and Finance Review Awards, highlighting its significant contributions to the local financial sector.

April 29, 2026 at 7:59 PM

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Technology

Banking Sector Embraces Artificial Intelligence to Reshape Financial Services.

Financial institutions are rapidly integrating AI to optimize operations, enhance customer onboarding, and improve efficiency ratios, though challenges regarding return on investment persist.

April 29, 2026 at 7:16 PM

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DFCC Bank Boosts Middle East Remittance Services via Strategic AlfaNow Alliance.

April 29, 2026 at 8:44 AM

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Sri Lanka Financial Authorities Sound Alarm Amid Escalating Digital Scams

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April 29, 2026 at 4:31 AM

Sri Lanka Financial Authorities Sound Alarm Amid Escalating Digital Scams.

Financial authorities in Sri Lanka, including the Sri Lanka Banks' Association and FinCSIRT, have issued a critical warning regarding a sharp rise in online financial fraud targeting mobile users through malicious links and deceptive apps.

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Technology

Goldman Sachs Executive Kunal Shah on How Junior Talent and AI Are Reshaping Investment Banking.

April 25, 2026 at 11:04 AM

Goldman Sachs International co-CEO Kunal Shah discusses the evolving landscape of global finance, emphasizing how AI and tech-savvy junior talent are driving innovation and disrupting traditional banking workflows.

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Goldman Sachs Executive Kunal Shah on How Junior Talent and AI Are Reshaping Investment Banking

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Warning: Sophisticated Banking Trojan Masquerading as SriLankan Airlines App.

April 23, 2026 at 8:03 AM

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Economy

Bangladesh Banking Crisis: DCCI Highlights Paradox of Excess Liquidity and Credit Drought.

The Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) has warned that despite banks holding record excess liquidity, the private sector, particularly SMEs, is struggling to access credit. Experts call for urgent structural reforms and improved data accuracy to resolve this economic bottleneck.

April 21, 2026 at 9:07 AM

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Sampath Bank Private Banking Strengthens Client Bonds Through Cultural Engagement.

Sampath Bank Private Banking recently hosted an exclusive Iftar gathering at Cinnamon Life, Colombo, aimed at fostering deeper relationships with its valued clients through shared cultural traditions and personal engagement.

April 20, 2026 at 7:32 AM

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West Bank Students Protest After Settler Fence Blocks Classroom Access

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April 20, 2026 at 5:57 AM

West Bank Students Protest After Settler Fence Blocks Classroom Access.

Palestinian children in the West Bank village of Umm al-Khair are facing severe disruption to their education after a barbed-wire fence, allegedly erected by nearby settlers, blocked their long-standing route to school. In response, families have launched the 'Freedom School' initiative, protesting the restriction and demanding access to their learning facilities.

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