A school girl leaves a white rose

A school girl leaves a white rose in front of a commemoration plaque with the names of the Germanwings crash victims on the second anniversary of the accident in the French Alpes,

NDB sponsors Auto Vision Motor Show

National Development Bank (NDB) recently sponsored the Auto Vision Motor Show 2017 exhibition held from March 17 to 19, at the BMICH. 

BMICH remembers founder on International Women’s Day

The S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike National Memorial Foundation (BMICH) joined the world community recently in celebrating the International Women’s Day, and its 2017 theme ‘Be Bold For Change’. 

Hameedia supports ‘Battle of the Maroons’

Hameedia, Sri Lanka’s leading menswear specialist, continues its sponsorship as the official clothing partner for the legendary Battle of the Maroons clash for the second consecutive year.

Emirates SkyCargo brings world’s best racehorses to Dubai

Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates airline, has been transporting some of the world’s best racehorses to Dubai for one of the most prestigious global racing events, the Dubai World Cup, which will take place on March 25, at the Meydan racecourse. 

Oman Air launches new route to Nairobi

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, announced the launch of its new four times weekly flight from Muscat to the Kenyan capital of Nairobi, starting March 27, 2017; the latest move in the airline’s ambitious and dynamic programme of fleet and network expansion. 

Upcot’s Strathepey Estate celebrates Women’s Day for fourth consecutive year

The International Women’s Day was celebrated on March 8, 2017 at Strathspey Estate, Upcot, which is situated in the Maskeliya area.

Etihad crowns Darren Hall winner of ‘Taste the World’ at Taste of Dubai

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates and official airline partner of Taste of Dubai, crowned Darren Hall, from Cook Hall, winner of the Taste the World competition recently.

High Life introduces ‘Happy Monday’ special discounts

Situated in the midst of Malabe - Koswaththa, High Life fashion destination has become popular among the customers. There are many special features in this fashion destination compared to other places.

Kuwait Airways adds new Boeing 777-300ER to New York route

Kuwait Airways, the national carrier of the State of Kuwait, highlighted that its flights to New York (John F Kennedy Airport) have recently increased to daily flights service, with a significant increase in demand driving to this decision.

Crysbro Group recognizes sporty employees in unique sports meet

The dominant upcountry name in chicken production in Sri Lanka, Crysbro Group of Companies, in a bid to recognize the sporting talents among its employees organised the company’s inter-house sports meet, which was successfully conducted recently at the Wickramabahu National College Grounds - Gampola.

Daraz.lk announces Avurudu Wasi campaign powered by Buffalo Energy Drink

There couldn’t have been a better start to the Sinhala and Tamil New Year! Shoppers can get ready to shop with big savings on big brands at the Daraz.lk’s Avurudu Wasi powered by Buffalo Energy Drink. 

Pan Asia Coloured Yarns awarded OekoTex Standard 100 and ISO 9001:2008 Certification

Sri Lanka’s leading producer of Polyester and Nylon Yarn, Pan Asia Coloured Yarns (PACY) was awarded the highest grade of OekoTex Standard 100 certification following a series of stringent tests 

Jones Lang LaSalle cements Sri Lankan presence with opening of new WTC office

Global real estate consulting powerhouse, Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) announced that the company would be substantially expanding their presence in the Sri Lankan market, commencing with the 

Daraz.lk brings Avurudu Wasi; probably the largest online shopping event in Sri Lanka this Avurudu s

One of Sri Lanka’s leading e-commerce platforms, Daraz.lk announced ‘Daraz Avurudu Wasi’ in partnership with Buffalo Energy Drinks, to be held from 24th March to 17th April 2017.

Hameedia launches novel ‘AndumMesaya’ promotion to celebrate Avurudu

To celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, Hameedia, Sri Lanka’s leading menswear specialist recently launched the very first ‘Andum Mesaya’ Avurudu promotion across its showrooms island-

Show your support for our planet – Join Earth Hour!

Around the globe, millions of people, businesses, and landmarks will set aside an hour to host events, switch off their lights, and make noise for climate change action.

Sri Lankan Waves to hit the shores of Dubai

Flip flops are a must have in an island culture. It has stood the test of time and is the popular comfort wear choice for all ages. Waves is a name synonymous to quality, fashionable and colorful flip flops 

Local industrialists express concerns over proposed China-SL FTA

A group of local industrialists have expressed strong concerns over the proposed China-Sri Lanka free trade agreement (FTA) pointing out that it could have serious and detrimental effects on the country’s domestic industries, if implemented. 

Fast-changing Colombo landscape

An aerial shot of the Colombo Port City or Colombo International Financial City, of which the land reclamation is underway. 

German Travel Association mulls holding next AGM in Sri Lanka

Deutscher Reise Verband (DRV), also known as German Travel Association, may hold its annual general meeting (AGM) in Sri Lanka with the participation of over 800 of its members, a media statement from Sri Lanka’s Tourism Ministry said.

Rupee ends weaker ahead of cbank rate review

REUTERS: The Sri Lankan rupee ended slightly weaker in thin trade yesterday as dollar demand from importers surpassed selling of the US currency by exporters, with investors waiting for the Central Bank’s decision on interest rates.

Shares fall to 1-yr closing low, rate review in focus

REUTERS: Sri Lankan shares fell for a second straight session yesterday to a more than one-year closing low as expectations of an interest rate hike continued to drag down the market ahead of the Central Bank’s monetary policy review.

French aid agency arm mulls more equity investments in Sri Lanka

ECONOMYNEXT: Proparco, the private sector arm of Agence Française de Dévelopment (AFD), France’s development agency, is looking for investment opportunities in Sri Lankan companies as it expands investments in equities, an official said. 

Flemingo secures contract to carry out duty free operations at BIA

Sri Lanka’s Transport and Aviation Ministry has awarded a five-year duty free contract to Flemingo Duty Free to operate one of the two core category spaces at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) following a successful tender process.

Clarks-DSI open 3rd store in Colombo

Expert shoemakers, Clarks, launched its third store in Colombo through its sole distributor in Sri Lanka, D. Samson & Sons (Pvt.) Ltd.

Bernard Botejue-ReForest join for a greener tomorrow

A large-scale environmental project was witnessed in Ratnapura recently, spearheaded by the oldest apparel manufacturing company in Sri Lanka. Implemented under its key annual corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, Bernard Botejue Industries (Pvt.) Ltd joined hands with ReForest Sri Lanka to successfully reforest seven acres of land in Ratnapura. 

Asiri Hospitals with American Oncology Institute to launch world-class Cancer Centre

Asiri Hospitals, in its continuing endeavour to bring world-class healthcare to Sri Lanka, has signed a collaboration with the American Oncology Institute, the international arm of US-based Cancer Treatment Services International (CTSI), to launch the country’s first comprehensive Cancer Care Centre in the private sector.

Savings up to 30% for Union Bank debit cardholders this Avurudu

This Avurudu season, Union Bank debit cardholders will have the opportunity to enjoy sizeable savings on their seasonal shopping with a range of discounted offers on clothing, jewellery, homeware and furniture at leading retail  outlets islandwide.     

Singhagiri establishes ‘Encourage’ for CSR activities

Business isn’t all about the bottom line for Singhagiri, said Singhagiri Private Limited Director Chathurika Othnapitiya. ‘Encourage’ is established by Singhagiri to go an extra mile to give a little something back to the community, to employees and the world at large.