Australasian Academy officially launches the Holmesglen Information Technology Diploma Programmes, in Sri Lanka

Colombo, 19th June 2025 – In a significant step toward advancing international education in Sri Lanka, the Australasian Academy officially launched the Holmesglen Information Technology Diploma Programmes, in partnership with Holmesglen Institute, Australia. The event took place at the Hilton Residences Colombo, bringing together academic leaders, diplomats, and industry professionals to celebrate this milestone.

Echo Vibes - A High-Octane Celebration of Sound

Echo Vibes — a curious name for a retro party, isn’t it? But there’s more to it than meets the ear. This electrifying event has quickly become the talk of Colombo, drawing crowds with its bold promise: to blend nostalgia with next-level energy. More than just another dance party, Echo Vibes is a high-octane celebration of sound - a creative fusion of classic dance-floor anthems and modern beats. Four legendary DJs - Shawn, Shiran D, Wendel, and H

Deshamanya Prof. Mohan Munasinghe receives national honour in Portugal

Prof. Mohan Munasinghe received the from Senior Minister His Excellency Carlos Abreu Amorim, on 24 June – officially called First Day of Portugal that commemorates independence from Spain in 1128. The photo shows the Hon. Minister congratulating Prof. Munasinghe after conferring this medal and status of honorary citizenship in the historic city of Guimaraes. The honour recognizes his major contribution as Chief Advisor to Guimaraes for 12 years,

Chandana L. Aluthgama Resigns as Group Chief Executive Officer of SLIC

Sri Lanka Insurance today announced the resignation of its Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Chandana L. Aluthgama, effective (1st August 2025).

Swadeshi Khomba illuminates Kiri Vehera & Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya at Kataragama for the 24th consecutive year.

The 2025 Esala festivals of the Kataragama Kiri Vehera and the Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Devalaya, two important places of worship in Sri Lanka, are being illuminated by The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC the

To riders and well-wishers of the bicycle ride organised by Friends of Manipay Hospital on 4-6 July 2025

We issue this statement in view of the fact that there is considerable confusion with respect to the upcoming bicycle ride scheduled on 4-6 July 2025.

Home Lands Unveils Pentara Residencies Thummulla Handiya. The Address in Colombo

A new era of luxury urban living was officially unveiled on 21st June 2025 at Cinnamon Life, as Pentara Residencies, the landmark development by Home Lands Group, was launched in spectacular fashion marking the country’s largest single investment in a high-rise residential apartment complex by a Sri Lankan Developer.

Dialog Wins Dual Honours as Sri Lanka’s Most Loved Service and Telco Brand in 2025

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has once again been crowned by LMD as the Most Loved Service Brand and the Most Loved Telecommunication Brand in Sri Lanka for 2025, reaffirming its commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and building enduring emotional connections through innovation and reliability.

Aeturnum Lanka Achieves Milestone with ISO 27001:2022 Certification

Aeturnum is proud to announce its achievement of the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification as of June 3rd, 2025, a significant milestone that highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to upholding the highest standards in information security management.

Abans & Skechers Champion Emerging Sports in Sri Lanka with Grand Slam Pickleball Sponsorship

As a company committed to community and social engagement, Abans, the official distributor and retailer for Skechers in Sri Lanka, has taken a significant step to uplift the country’s emerging sporting scene by sponsoring the Skechers Pickleball Grand Slam Tournament; a landmark event that showcased the growing popularity of pickleball in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka’s Pekoe Trail to Host LKR 20 Million Fundraiser Walk Across Highlands

Sri Lanka’s internationally acclaimed Pekoe Trail will soon become the stage for a major fundraising campaign titled 500K Steps.

Hemas Health Plus: Modern OPD for Modern Life – With the Plus You Deserve

Sri Lanka’s healthcare landscape is evolving, and leading this transformation is Hemas Health Plus—the country’s newest, purpose-built outpatient care destination that reimagines how healthcare is experienced.

Leading Actuaries Globally: A Conversation with IAA President Bozenna Hinton

The actuarial profession is evolving rapidly, shaped by global trends and new challenges. To gain insight into this dynamic field, we caught up with Bozenna Hinton, President of the International Actuarial Association (IAA), during her

Sri Lanka Insurance Awarded the Most Loved Life Insurance Brand of 2025

18th June 2025, Colombo – Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLICLL) has once again been recognized as the Most Loved Life Insurance Brand in Sri Lanka by LMD’s latest Brand Finance Most Loved Brands edition. This marks the eighth

Building better retirement solutions

Sri Lanka is in the amidst of a major demographic shift with an ageing population, high migration amongst youth, declining birth rates and increasing longevity. Ensuring our senior citizens have access to a better retirement including the right infrastructure and support they need is essential. Retirement and the cost of ensuring quality of life in retirement is a major financial puzzle.

We are actuaries – We are sustainability advocates

At COP28 held in Dubai in 2023, Sri Lanka stepped onto the world stage and declared that we would need an estimated USD 100 billion to reach net zero by 2050. This staggering figure, which excludes climate adaptation costs, amounts to nearly 1.2 times our annual GDP, underscoring the scale of investment required to secure a sustainable future for fellow Sri Lankans.

Sri Lanka Celebrates Winners of Young Lions 2025 and Announces Inaugural Next Generation Leader Scholarship

Colombo, Sri Lanka – June 10, 2025: Metal Factor, the Sri Lankan representative of the Cannes Lions programmes and the Sri Lankan advertising and marketing community is proud to announce the winners of the Young Lions Competition 2025 and the Next Generation Leader 2025 initiative, both vital components in nurturing the next wave of creative leadership in the industry.

A New Era in Packaging – A Technological Revolution

Committed to uplifting Sri Lanka’s agricultural sector by enabling safer, higher-quality packaging, storage, and transport of agricultural produce, Ratna Polysack was founded decades ago as a visionary initiative by Mr. Mithrapala Lankeshwara, the Founder and Chairman of the Ratna Group of Companies.

Shey Leggings: Empowering Sri Lankan Women Through Stylish and Functional Activewear

In Sri Lanka’s growing activewear market, Shey Leggings has emerged as a standout homegrown brand focused on redefining how women experience comfort, affordability, and self-expression in their fitness journey. Designed with inclusivity and practicality in mind, Shey Leggings champions a modern lifestyle where activewear is as versatile as it is empowering.

Clogard and SLDA: Driving Oral Health in Sri Lanka for Over 25 Years

Clogard, the trusted oral care brand from Hemas Consumer Brands, endorsed by the Sri Lanka Dental Association (SLDA) for over 25 years, reaffirms its long-standing commitment to improving the oral health of Sri Lankans.

HayWind and Ceylon Electricity Board Partner to Spearhead Sri Lanka’s Largest Private Investment in Wind Power

Sri Lanka’s largest private investment in wind power, a 50MW farm in Mannar, will be developed by HayWind, the wind energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, following a competitive bid awarded by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB). The official Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) was signed on 28th May 2025 at the Ministry of Energy.

PENDI CELEBRATES THE WEDDING SEASON WITH MEANINGFUL GIFTING

This June, as love fills the air and the wedding season comes into full bloom, Pendi is delighted to introduce two thoughtful new gifting options, specially designed for couples starting a new chapter. Whether it’s for a wedding, housewarming or a simple celebration of togetherness, Pendi’s Coupled and Start-a-Home gift services bring beauty, practicality and local craftsmanship to every home.

Accelerating Enterprise Data Analytics Modernization: Snowflake and Altria Consulting Drive AI Driven Analytics Transformation in Sri Lanka

The recently concluded Snowflake Data and AI Innovation Forum witnessed the exchange of new ideas where industry experts took a deep dive into latest innovations in Data Analytics and AI sphere in a bid to reshape the tech landscape in the country.

CEAT OHT Lanka Reaffirms Commitment to Job Security for Employees Amidst Acquisition

CEAT OHT Lanka (Pvt) Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of CEAT Limited, India reassures employees that their jobs are secure, following the recent acquisition.

IASL Appoints New Office Bearers for the 2025/26 Tenure

The Insurance Association of Sri Lanka (IASL), the official representative body of the country’s insurance industry, has appointed its office bearers for the 2025/26 term.

The Hackvertising Network Expands with CreativeOcto.io

The Hackvertising Network, a collective of specialist digital agencies, today announced its newest partnership with CreativeOcto.io, a creative subscription-based platform renowned for providing unlimited graphic and video design services for a fixed subscription through its proprietary, AI-integrated OctoDash® system.

Sri Lanka Insurance Life Continues Its Legacy of Empowering Education Through ‘Pasal Piriyatha Surakimu’ CSR Program

Colombo 27th, May 2025, Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLIC Life), Sri Lanka’s leading life insurer, continues to demonstrate its steadfast commitment to uplifting the nation’s children through the long-standing ‘Pasal Piriyatha Surakimu’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Going above and beyond the call of duty, SLIC Life has been at the forefront of creating better learning environments for underprivileged children across the country

Victrix Tech launches integrated digital ecosystem and world-class solutions for Sri Lankan business needs

Victrix Tech (Pvt) Ltd, a digital transformation company with international expertise, has announced a strategic entry into Sri Lanka’s B2B market, offering world-class and international proven tailored digital marketing, web-based solutions, and mobile application development specifically designed for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

''FernanDough Gluten-free Bakers'', Pioneers and the Only Exclusive Gluten-Free bakers in Sri Lanka!

There is a lot of buzz around the “gluten-free” subject, but only a fraction of our society is aware of the dangerous and critical health effects that GLUTEN can cause anyone over a period of time.

Poverty Reduction and Developmental Synergies

On May 15, 2025, the 2025 China-South Asia Forum on Poverty Reduction and Development Cooperation was held in AnchorColombo, capital of Sri Lanka. Attendees included Du Zhanyuan, president of China International Communications Group (CICG), AnchorAnchorGamagedara Dissanayake, deputy minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs of Sri Lanka, Qi Zhenhong, ambassador of China to Sri Lanka, AnchorAnchorAnchorFaheem Ul Aziz, high commissio