Duty-Free Mechanism Introduced for Overseas Disaster Relief Donations
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 named among the world’s top 1 percent of hotels with TripAdvisor’s prestigious ‘Best of the Best’ 2025 Award
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…
Lungi puts Sri Lankan flavours on the global map with back-to-back Michelin honours
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 Advances Public Transport Innovation with Digital Card Acceptance on Key Western Province Routes
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 unveils advanced Nano Coating Solutions in Sri Lanka
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 marks 30 years, solidifies reputation as a ‘vibrant leisure hub’
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…
Nestlé Lanka wins seven Sustainability Awards
Nestlé Lanka won seven awards at the prestigious 2025 Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards, organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. The company was recognized in multiple categories, including Social Sustainability, Environment Beyond Business, and Customer Relations. “We are humbled by this recognition,” said Bernie Stefan, Chairman and Managing Director of Nestlé Lanka. “Sustainability is…
CMTA launches ‘Buy Brand-new’ campaign to protect Sri Lankan car buyers
Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), the voice of the automotive industry body affiliated to the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, has initiated a national awareness campaign on the increasing risks of acquiring vehicles through various importers and the benefits of purchasing them through CMTA – authorised agents. With many indirect imports continually rising into the Sri…
PickMe Activates Islandwide Digital Relief Network as Sri Lanka Battles Worst Floods in Years
As Sri Lanka confronted one of its most devastating flood disasters in recent memory, local ride-hailing giant PickMe, Sri Lanka’s largest locally built mobility and delivery platform, activated its full digital and logistical network to support nationwide relief efforts. With hundreds dead, thousands displaced, and rescue operations still underway, the company has launched a three-pronged…
Barista Celebrates Milestone 75th Outlet Opening, Brewing Happiness across Sri Lanka
Barista Sri Lanka, the island’s largest and most beloved café chain, proudly marks the grand opening of its 75th outlet at Arcade Independence Square, Colombo 07. This milestone reflects Barista’s remarkable journey over the past 23 years — from pioneering coffee culture in Sri Lanka to becoming a household name synonymous with quality, community, and…