The Bank recorded a Profit Before Income Tax (PBT) of LKR 4,548 Mn in Q1 2026, against LKR 4,199 Mn reflecting a growth of 8.31%.

For the three months ended 31st March 2026, Profit after Tax recorded by Seylan Bank was LKR 2,906 Mn with a growth of 5.25% against LKR 2,761 Mn recorded in the corresponding period of 2025.

Statement of Financial Performance

Net interest income increased from LKR 8,587 Mn to LKR 9,734 Mn, an increase of 13.37% over the previous year for the 3 months ended 31st March 2026 mainly due to the significant growth in bank’s assets base over the last 12 months from LKR 785 Bn as end of Q1 2025 to LKR 943 Bn as at 31st March 2026. The Bank’s Net Interest Margin (NIM) also moderated from 4.50% in 2025 to 4.23% during Q1 2026.

Meanwhile, the Bank’s net fee-based income recorded a growth of 24.04%, increasing from LKR 1,863 Mn to LKR 2,311 Mn, primarily driven by fee income from Cards, Remittances, Trade, and other financial services.

Other income captions comprising of net gains / losses from trading, net gains from derecognition of financial assets and net other operating income, reflected a reduction mainly due to decline in mark to market gains from government securities and equity investments with the prevailing market interest rates and price movements, however exchange income showed an increase, due to higher forex trade volumes.

The soft skills development program is a major project carried out under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) agenda, by the SLIIT Business School. This program, intended to go beyond typical classroom instruction, focuses on giving school going students the fundamental life skills they need to thrive in a world that is becoming more competitive and dynamic.

The program, which is intended for students in Grades 11 through 13, is open to participation from schools under the Sri Lankan government, private, and foreign institutions. The inclusive process ensures that students from different educational backgrounds have equal opportunities to improve their personal and professional competencies by enrolling for the program.

The initiative’s main goal is to close the knowledge gap between academia and real-world application. In addition to encouraging creativity, innovation, and an optimistic outlook, it places a strong emphasis on the development of vital soft skills like problem-solving, collaboration, and communication. By using this strategy, the program hopes to develop well-rounded, future-ready people who can overcome obstacles in the real world.

The preliminary stage and the Grand Finale are the two primary phases of the Soft Skills+ 2026 program. The program starts with an online teacher training workshop on April 28, 2026. In order to ensure long-term impact and sustainability, this recently added component focuses on improving instructors’ capacity to mentor and support students in the development of soft skills.

The preliminary rounds will be held virtually on May 9, 2026, across three regions: Malabe, Kandy, and Matara. These sessions include competitions focused on activities, quiz-based evaluations, and interactive workshops on soft skills. All exercises and questions are presented in Sinhala, Tamil, and English to encourage inclusivity, enabling students to participate in their favorite language with ease.

The top 50 teams from the preliminary stages will move on to the Grand Finale, which will take place at the SLIIT Malabe Campus on May 16, 2026. In order to ensure fairness and transparency, this final round will include advanced competition rounds and through evaluations carried out by a team of experienced and knowledgeable jury panel.

Certificates will be given to all participants, including instructors and children, and special gifts will be given to the finalists. In recognition of their exceptional performance and commitment, winning teams will also receive monetary awards.

With 50 teams participating in the grand finale and strong representation from across the island, the 2025 program demonstrated its growing impact. Last year’s winner was from St. Servatius College, Matara while Sivali Central College in Rathnapura was the runner-up.

This program, which has received official Ministry of Education clearance, is a nationally recognized platform that supports educational goals and continues to mold future leaders. For more details contact Mr. Ranitha Weerarathna, Senior Lecturer – SLIIT Business School via Tel – (+ 94) 0776503079 / 0764403664 or Email – ranitha.w@sliit.lk

CEAT Kelani Holdings has strengthened its leadership in Sri Lanka’s two-wheeler tyre market with the launch of the X5 series of its premium motorcycle and scooter tyre ranges – ‘GRIPP’ and ‘ZOOM’ – which are engineered to deliver higher mileage, enhanced safety and superior performance for modern riding needs.

The new tyres respond to the growing demand among youth and urban commuters for tyres that combine durability, control and confident handling with a bold, premium aesthetic. Designed specifically for Sri Lankan road and weather conditions, GRIPP X5 and ZOOM X5 elevate everyday commuting and leisure riding by offering a refined balance of stability, grip and braking efficiency on both dry and wet surfaces, the company said.

Commenting on the latest products, CEAT Kelani Holdings Chief Operating Officer, Shamal Gunawardene said: “These new tyres reflect our sharp focus on evolving rider expectations in Sri Lanka’s two-wheeler market. As riding patterns change and demand grows for higher performance, safety and premium styling, these tyres deliver world-class design and engineering solutions that are responsive to local road conditions and customer requirements.”

The ZOOM X5 tyre is developed for front-wheel fitment and is optimised to deliver stability and precise handling. Its continuous centre groove enhances straight-line control, while optimised angular grooves improve water dispersion, translating to better handling and traction on wet roads. Additional circumferential grooves at the shoulder, supported by knurling, enhance stability during leaning, giving riders greater confidence when manoeuvring in traffic or negotiating turns. A high-grip tread compound and sipes in the tread pattern further improve traction on dry roads, ensuring dependable performance across varied riding conditions.

The GRIPP X5, designed for rear-wheel applications, focuses on traction, control and durability under load.