PickMe introduces unique pricing structure for three-wheelers

In a strategic move to bring greater benefits for drivers and patrons, homegrown taxi hailing service PickMe reduced its three-wheeler fares to Rs.33 per kilometer, from a previous fare of Rs.35 per kilometer.  

Salon chain ‘Naturals’ launched to empower youth

Renowned Beautician and International Academy of Beauticians Directress Hasini Gunasekera recently launched ‘Naturals’, a chain of salons, which stands as a stepping stone to the next generation of salons in Sri Lanka, with its uniquely designed flagship store located at Delkanda.

Quality, style and affordability with Victorinox

Form, accuracy and functionality fuse effortlessly to make a Victorinox timepiece that much more special.

Spa Ceylon opens at Gandhara Street

Spa Ceylon, the world’s largest luxury ayurveda chain, unveiled another of its uniquely themed lifestyle experiences at the fashionable Gandhara Street in Colombo 06, marking the milestone of reaching 62 branded locations internationally.

DFCC partners Fairway Galle Literary Festival as official banking partner

DFCC Bank recently joined hands with the upcoming Fairway Galle Literary Festival, as the event’s official banking partner.

Indo-Lanka FTA most significant partnership between Sri Lanka and India: Rishad

No partnership between India and Sri Lanka is as strong as the historic Indo-Lanka trade pact inked way back in 1998.

EV Club highlights shortcomings in budget proposals on electric car taxes

While the budget 2018 has promising policies with regard to making electric vehicles (EVs) popular, it simultaneously has handicapped the ability to reach the set target, according to EV Club Sri Lanka. 

Tourism Minister assures more concessions to industry

In addition to the concessions granted to the tourism industry through Budget 2018, the Ministry of Tourism Development has also made other specific requests to the Finance Minister. These requests include reverting to the previous excise licensing hours, credit facilities for the trade and other concessions. 

South Asia offers US$ 3.4trn in climate investment opportunities: IFC

South Asia’s ambitious plans to meet its climate targets under the Paris Agreement represent US$3.4 trillion worth of investment opportunities in cities and infrastructure by 2030, a new report released yesterday by International Finance Corporation (IFC) notes. 

Braving bad weather!

A couple at the Galle Face braves the stormy weather that havocked Sri Lanka on Wednesday and even prevailed during yesterday albeit to a lesser degree. In the foreground is the Chinese-funded Colombo Port City which is under construction. 

Pakistan raises US $2.5 bn from sukuk, Eurobond sales, sees solid demand

REUTERS: Pakistan raised US$2.5 billion from the sale of two U.S. dollar-denominated sukuk and Eurobond issues in New York, a senior official said yesterday. The issues had attracted total offers of US$8 billion.

No Mirror Business on Saturday

There will be no Mirror Business tomorrow in view of today’s public and mercantile holiday.  The next issue will be on Monday (4th).

Mobitel’s Cash Bonanza winner drives away with brand new Montero

Mobitel recently presented the 10th grand prize of a brand new Montero as a part of its year-round Cash Bonanza Montero Extravaganza programme. 

Veteran beauticians recognised at glittering awards ceremony

A number of renowned and talented beauticians in Sri Lanka were recognised and rewarded at a gala ceremony held under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena at Waters Edge in Battaramulla recently.

George Steuart Teas joins with P&S to launch specialty tea counters

George Steuarts Teas recently tied up with Perera & Sons (P&S) to offer a range of the finest Ceylon Teas to its patrons in Dambulla

Govt. to launch probe on Treasury bond issues between 2008-2014 period: PM

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday told Parliament that the government will launch a fresh investigation into the Treasury bond issues between 2008-2014 period, once all the activities of the Presidential Committee of Inquiry, which was appointed to investigate into the alleged bond market malpractices post-2015, is concluded. 

Shangri-La and leading city hotels roll out red carpet for IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo

With preparations for the world famous triathlon event ramping up, a collection of Colombo’s leading hotels were announced as hospitality partners to the internationally famed triathlon event, IRONMAN 70.3, which is set to kick off in the city on the 25th of February 2018.

Google launches Datally

Today Google announced Datally, a smart and simple Android app that helps smartphone users understand, control, and save mobile data

Mobitel won several prestigious awards at the Techno and INFOTEL

Mobitel, Sri Lanka’s National Mobile Service Provider, won several prestigious awards at the National Engineering and Technology Exhibition, Techno 2017

Oman Air marks 8th Anniversary of fruitful operations in Sri Lanka

Oman Air proudly announces its 8th Anniversary of successful operations in Sri Lanka. The national airline of Oman has grown by leap

Travel bloggers make Sri Lanka go viral on social media

Use of travel bloggers and social media influencers have been a highly effective tool for most of the destination management organisations around the world, capturing unforgettable moments and sharing them among friends (mostly unseen before) is getting increasingly popular and it has been recognised as an effective way to promote Sri Lanka.

French govt felicitates Chandra Wickramasinghe with highest honour

Former SLAITO President Chandra Wickramasinghe was bestowed with the honorary distinction of Officier de l’Ordre National du Mérite by the Embassy of France to Sri Lanka and the Maldives recently, in a ceremony held at the Résidence de France.

Sri Lanka Tourism with Pro-Am Serendib to promote active sports tourism

Sri Lanka Tourism and Pro-Am Serendib (Pvt.) Ltd are all set to bring the world’s number one multi-sport event brand Ironman to Sri Lanka.

Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi plants 500 mangrove saplings for global CSR month

The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ Ltd. Colombo Representative Office, planted 500 mangrove saplings as part of the bank’s ‘MUFG Gives Back’ annual global CSR campaign in November.

Kelani Shakthi extends training programme for Jaffna electrical technicians

Kelani Cables PLC extended its ‘Kelani Shakthi’ professional development CSR programme for electrical technicians in the Jaffna Peninsula for further three years. The decision was mutually taken by Kelani Cables PLC and the Jaffna University based on the huge success of the programme and its timely importance. The MOU with regard to extension of ‘Kelani Shakthi’ was signed by Kelani Cables PLC Director/CEO Mahinda Saranapa

Caltex named exclusive sponsor for ‘Don’t drink and drive’ campaign

The ‘Don’t drink and drive’ campaign was launched near the Torrington square, Colombo 07 recently and the launch of the campaign was attended by Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayasundara, senior officials of the Sri Lanka Police Department and Road Development Authority, exclusive sponsor Caltex and the media. Road accidents will be and are one of the main causes of deaths in Sri Lanka, and unfortunately the numbers have sh

JKF conducts public campaign to address sexual harassment on trains

John Keells Foundation (JKF) - the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) entity of the John Keells Group conducted a public awareness campaign against sexual harassment, targeting commuters of public transport for the second successive year, in commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women falling on November 25th.

Jinasena water purification plants bring hope to CKD affected regions

Jinasena (Pvt.) Ltd, one of the leading water management systems and solutions providers in Sri Lanka, has witnessed a surge in the demand for water purification plants in the Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affected areas of the island.

Pathfinder attends South Asian conference on regional dynamics

The Pathfinder Foundation attended the conference on ‘Regional Dynamics and Strategic Concerns in South Asia’, which was held in Islamabad, Pakistan recently, organised by the Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI) in partnership with the Hans Seidel Foundation of Germany.

Philip Merry to conduct workshop on Global Cultural Intelligence

This December, the American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (AmCham) brings you, Global Cultural Intelligence with Philip Merry.  The workshop will be held on the 07th of December 2017 from 09:00am to 2:00pm at the Galle Face Hotel.