Category: Business and Economy

Suwanda Industries, known globally under the brand name Cycle Pure Incense, is proud to announce its recertification as a ZeroCarbon® Manufacturer for 2025. This marks another significant milestone in the company’s ongoing journey of environmental responsibility and purpose-driven business. As Sri Lanka’s only Carbon Neutral Manufacturer of Incense Sticks, this achievement reaffirms the company’s unwavering dedication to…

In a groundbreaking step toward enhancing guest convenience and digital hospitality, Sofia Colombo has officially launched Colombo’s first-ever multilingual “Hotel E-Shop,” developed in partnership with Thineth Software Solutions. This innovative online platform operates without the need for app downloads or personal data collection guests simply scan a QR code available in their rooms to access…

Funds directed through Sri Lanka Red Cross Society to Support Communities Impacted by Cyclone Ditwah In response to the devastating impact of Cyclone Ditwah, which has triggered severe rains and flooding across Sri Lanka, Binance Charity, the philanthropic arm of the global blockchain leader Binance, has pledged LKR ~61.6 Million (USD 200,000) to support urgent…

HNB PLC, the leading private bank in Sri Lanka is announced as the Platinum sponsor and Official Banking partner for the 1st ever IBSL National Banking and Finance Conference 2025. The Conference, organized by the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka (IBSL), will take place in Colombo on 1 and 2 December 2025. “The National Banking…

Due to the current disaster situation in the country, various inquiries have been made by foreign countries, organizations, individuals, as well as Sri Lankans living abroad, regarding donating essential goods to the people affected. Accordingly, the Government of Sri Lanka has introduced a more convenient procedure to expedite the clearance and distribution of all material…

EKHO Ella, the boutique hotel set in Sri Lanka’s scenic hill country, has been recognised with the 2025 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Award, placing it among the top 1 percent of hotels worldwide. The honour is based entirely on guest reviews and ratings and acknowledges the hotel’s warm hospitality, distinctive railway inspired…

New York City – Sri Lanka’s culinary identity has reached a proud global milestone as Lungi, the South Indian–Sri Lankan restaurant on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, secures the 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand Award, following its first win in 2024. This recognition makes Lungi the first Sri Lankan restaurant in New York to earn back-to-back Bib…

Sampath Bank PLC advanced Sri Lanka’s journey towards transport digitalisation with the launch of its pilot digital bus fare payment project in collaboration with the Road Passenger Transport Authority – Western Province. The event took place in Thalangama recently and was attended by Mr. Tharaka Ranwala, Senior Deputy General Manager – Life Lead Operations of…

KT Clean Star, a member of the KT Group, has launched two advanced Japanese nanotechnology products in Sri Lanka: Nano Shine and Nano Maintenance. Developed by Japan’s System Brain Corporation and established in over 40 countries, these solutions set new benchmarks for surface protection. Nano Shine provides vehicles with a long-lasting, high-gloss, and scratch-resistant shield that repels water and simplifies…

Bally’s Colombo, Sri Lanka’s leading entertainment destination, celebrated its 30th anniversary on October 26, commemorating three decades of shaping the nation’s tourism and nightlife. The landmark event was graced by Bollywood icon Bipasha Basu, highlighting the venue’s international appeal. Since its establishment in 1995, Bally’s has been instrumental in positioning Colombo on the global entertainment…