Experiencing the Sinhala and Tamil New Year on TikTok, Where Every Avurudu Table Becomes One
There is a certain kind of magic that arrives in Sri Lanka with April. We hear it before we see it, in the unmistakable call of the koha bird echoing through the morning, signaling that Avurudu is near. Then comes the rush. Homes across the island, Sinhala and Tamil alike, slip into a familiar rhythm […]
Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC appoints Sarmad Abbasi to the helm
Colombo, 29 April 2026 – Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC (CTC) today announced the appointment of Sarmad Abbasi as its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective from 1st May 2026. Mr. Sarmad Abbasi takes on the role from Ms. Fariyha Subhani who served as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Company since April […]
E. B. Creasy & Co., PLC – BIC & DENTA Factory Wins Gold at the 2024 National Green Productivity Ceremony
E. B. Creasy & Co., PLC – BIC & DENTA Factory was honoured with the Gold Award at the 2024 National Green Productivity Awards Ceremony, held recently at Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo. Presented by the Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Quality & Productivity (SLAAQP), the prestigious recognition reflects E. B. Creasy & Co., […]
ITC Ratnadipa, the Jewel of the Colombo Skyline, Turns Two
ITC Ratnadipa marked two years of refined hospitality and enduring presence on 25 April, bringing together its custodians and guests in a shared moment of appreciation at the Sagara Lobby. The occasion was not merely a passage of time, but a tribute to the people who bring the hotel to life each day, those whose […]
ITC Ratnadipa Marks a Successful Inauguration of ‘The Art & Life of Jayantha Premachandra, Now Open to the Public’
ITC Ratnadipa successfully inaugurated The Art & Life of Jayantha Premachandra exhibition series on 22nd April 2026, in the presence of a distinguished gathering of dignitaries, members of the diplomatic community, embassy representatives, media, art enthusiasts, and the wider art circle. The exhibition is now open to the public from 23rd to 25th April at […]
Samsung Sri Lanka Unveils Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G in Sri Lanka, Bringing AI-Powered Innovation to More Users
Samsung Sri Lanka has officially introduced the latest additions to its popular Galaxy A series in Sri Lanka with the launch of the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G and Samsung Galaxy A37 5G. Designed to deliver powerful performance, intelligent features, and long-term reliability, the new devices aim to make advanced mobile technology more accessible to everyday […]
Softlogic Life partners with Dialog’s Doc990 to Elevate Healthcare Access
At the forefront of insurance digital transformation in Sri Lanka, Softlogic Life has partnered with Dialog’s Doc990 to introduce a fully cashless OPD claims facility for its corporate health and life insurance clients, shifting outpatient care from a reimbursement-driven process to a real-time, digitally enabled cashless experience. Through this integration, employees covered under Softlogic Life […]
Janashakthi Life celebrates excellence at Annual Sales Awards 2026
Janashakthi Life, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group), recently concluded its Annual Sales Awards 2026 at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams, recognising the outstanding achievements and dedication of its top-performing team members across the island. The event brought together the organisation’s high performers for an evening dedicated to celebrating excellence, commitment, and the collective efforts […]
Prime Constructions achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification, reassuring commitment to quality and trust
Prime Constructions (Pvt) Ltd (PCL), the construction arm of the real estate leader Prime Group, has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, a milestone showcasing the company’s steadfast commitment to quality, trust, and internationally recognised standards. ISO 9001:2015 confirms Prime Constructions operate with consistent processes throughout every phase of development, from planning to final delivery, reducing defects, […]
Sri Lanka’s apparel sector identifies clear pathways for growth amid Q1 challenges
Sri Lanka’s apparel exports fell 8% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to last year, but the data is revealing specific opportunities where targeted policy action could turn things around. January’s 3% decline deepened to 11% in both February and March. While global demand has softened, the late February escalation of Middle East tensions […]
