Robust Demand for Real Estate Purchases Displayed at the Lanka Property Show 2026

Exhibitors at the Lanka Property Show 2026 observed strong demand for real estate, with a notable interest in new project offerings, clearly reflected in the high visitor turnout throughout the two-day event.

Prevention begins at home, do it right from the start

Gum disease is indeed common, but it is also one of the most preventable health conditions there is. If the right daily habits are incorporated, and the timely professional care is sought, early gum problems can be completely reversed. This is why doing it right from the start is essential. Gum care begins with brushing twice a day for at least two minutes, especially before bedtime. Toothbrushes must also be replaced once every three or four

Informatics Institute of Technology successfully hosted Career Day 2026

IIT Career Day 2026 Connects 1,800+ Future-Ready Graduates with Top Employers The Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT) successfully hosted its flagship Career Day for the 15th time at BMICH, Colombo, demonstrating resilience and forward-thinking amidst current economic challenges.

Cleantech Recognized for Excellence in Sustainable Management at Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026

Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s leading integrated waste management and environmental solutions provider, was honoured with two prestigious recognitions at the Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026, organised by the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka. The company came out as the Winner of the UN Sustainable Development Goals–Led Initiatives Category and was also named among the Forty Outstanding Companies, reaffir

Lankem Ceylon invests Rs. 3 billion in Sri Lankas first state of the art Single Super Phosphate Fertilizer (SSP) factory.

Colombo, Sri Lanka, 30th March 2026: Lankem Ceylon PLC has unveiled ‘මඩ රජා’ (Mada Raja), Sri Lanka’s first locally manufactured Single Super Phosphate (SSP) fertilizer, marking a significant milestone in strengthening national agricultural self-sufficiency and reducing reliance on imported fertilizers. Manufactured by Lankem Minerals Ltd, a fully owned subsidiary of Lankem Ceylon PLC, the product is manufactured at the state-of-the-art facility

MVIVO: Rethinking What “Luxury Homes” Really Mean in Sri Lanka

In Sri Lanka today, the term “luxury home” appears frequently in property listings and in advertisements from construction companies. Developers often promote projects using attractive visuals and modern interiors. Yet the word luxury is rarely explained in clear terms. In international markets such as Australia, the United Kingdom and the Middle East, luxury housing is not defined by appearance alone. It is also defined by construction standard

ORIGINS 2026 — Where the Future Takes the Runway

From concept to catwalk, the next generation of designers has arrived.

Triple Gold Glory for SLTC at Aquaclash 2026

Sri Lanka Technology Campus continues to make waves in the national university sports arena, as one of its students recently delivered an exceptional performance at a major inter-university swimming championship, bringing pride and recognition to the institution.

CISD Receives ATHE UK Centre Approval

The Colombo Institute of Sales & Distribution (CISD) is proud to announce that it has officially received Centre Approval from ATHE (Awards for Training and Higher Education), UK.

Healthy gums are the foundation of oral health, do it right from the start

In terms of oral health, most people only focus on their teeth. However, the true foundation of a healthy mouth lies in the gums. If one’s gums are not strong and healthy, teeth cannot remain stable or function correctly. In Sri Lanka, gum disease continues to be widespread despite the availability of modern dental care. This is largely due to the fact that it is often overlooked, which is why doing it right from the start is of great importance.

Singhagiri and Protech Device Solutions Partner to Bring “Singhagiri Mobicare” Device Protection to Customers

Colombo, Sri Lanka – Protech Device Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of Protech Device Solutions LLC, UAE, has partnered with Singhagiri, one of Sri Lanka’s leading electronics retailers, to launch Singhagiri MobiCare, a comprehensive device care solution for customers purchasing smartphones at Singhagiri outlets.

Reliability That Lasts a Lifetime

In every Sri Lankan home, reliability is more than a feature; it’s trust, peace of mind, and family. For decades, LG has been the quiet constant, working day after day, year after year, so families can focus on what matters most.

Vallibel Finance to Raise Rs. 2.12 billion to Reinforce Capital Base and Drive Expansion

Vallibel Finance PLC has announced plans to raise approximately Rs. 2.12 billion through a Rights Issue of new ordinary voting shares, in a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening its Tier I capital and supporting the company’s next phase of growth and expansion.

Union Assurance Celebrates Multiple Recognitions at TAGS Awards 2025

Union Assurance, Sri Lanka’s longest-standing private Life Insurer, secured three accolades at The Diamond Chapter of the TAGS Awards 2025 ceremony, held at the Shangri-La, Colombo.

Cargills adopts Crow Island Beach in partnership with Clean Ocean Force Lanka

Cargills Food and Beverage Ltd. through its brands KIST and Knuckles, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Clean Ocean Force Lanka (COF) to adopt Crow Island Beach for one year, reinforcing its commitment to long-term coastal conservation in Sri Lanka. This pioneering initiative is designed to protect and preserve the coastal environment through several key measures, including the removal of plastic and other pollutants from the be

Pendi Marks 10 Years with a Special Limited Edition Collection

Sri Lankan design studio Pendi marks a decade of creativity, experimentation and collaboration with the launch of Pendi 10, a very special limited edition collection created to celebrate ten years of making.

Oral health begins with gums, do it right from the start

When people think of oral health, they think only about their teeth, however, the true foundation of oral health lies in the gums. Without the support, alignment and protection provided by the gums, teeth cannot function properly. If gums are not healthy, even the strongest of teeth, will eventually lose stability. Unfortunately in Sri Lanka, gum disease is still widespread despite advances in dental care. The reasons for this are mainly inadequa

The Right Time to Build: Sri Lanka’s Land Advantage Is Driving a New Way of Building

Sri Lanka still possesses something that has become increasingly rare in many parts of the world: land in desirable locations.

John Keells Properties Unveils Vauxhall DSTRCT; Over 100 Apartments sold by Launch

John Keells Properties (JKP), Sri Lanka’s premier real estate developer, has unveiled its latest residential development, Vauxhall DSTRCT, introducing a striking 60-storey residential tower within Colombo’s central urban corridor.

Capitalizing on the Real Estate Expansion: Lanka Property Show 2026 Sets the Stage for Sri Lanka’s Next Era of Growth

The Lanka Property Show 2026, Sri Lanka’s flagship real estate exhibition, is set to return for its 10th edition on 21st and 22nd March 2026, at the Oak Room, Cinnamon Grand Hotel, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

NESCAFÉ Fashion Café - A Creative Fusion at Colombo Fashion Week 2026

Nestlé’s iconic coffee brand, NESCAFÉ, is proud to once again partner with Colombo Fashion Week, fueling creativity at the 23rd Edition of Sri Lanka’s most coveted fashion event.

The Faculty of Brands Launched the mission to place Sri Lanka on the map

The Faculty of Brands officially launched on 9 March at an event attended by members of Sri Lanka’s marketing and advertising industry, marking the start of its efforts to drive collaboration with global and local experts and industry bodies to bring much needed practical marketing and branding knowledge to the industry. The initiative aims to build the confidence and capability needed to position Sri Lanka as a formidable force in the world of c

Students from Sri Lanka achieve top results in Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards

The International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge) is delighted to announce the winners of the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards in Sri Lanka. The awards celebrate the outstanding academic achievements of secondary school learners in Sri Lanka in the November 2024 and June 2025 Cambridge examination series.

Sri Lanka Insurance Life Calls Applications for Suba Pathum Scholarships

Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLIC Life), the Nation’s insurer, has consistently contributed to the betterment of the country’s future generations. As one of the most profitable state-owned enterprises, SLIC Life is also a responsible corporate citizen, actively enriching the communities in which it operates in. In 2014, SLIC Life initiated the ‘Sri Lanka Insurance Life Suba Pathum Scholarship’ program for the children of its Life policyholders acro

LankaPropertyWeb Unveils ’’Apartment Finder’’: A Game-Changer in the Real Estate Market

Colombo, Sri Lanka – LankaPropertyWeb (LPW) is redefining the property search experience with the launch of its pioneering Apartment Finder tool. As the platform hosting Sri Lanka’s largest collection of apartment sales and rental listings, LPW is moving beyond the clutter of traditional searches. This innovation allows users to explore their future home through a cohesive, project-centric lens rather than sifting through thousands of scattered l

National Export Awards Honours Ceylon Agro Industries for Export Excellence

Colombo, Sri Lanka, 09 March 2026: Ceylon Agro Industries, Prima Group Sri Lanka, has been honoured with the Bronze Award in the Confectionery Products – Large Sector category at the prestigious National Export Awards 2025, organised by the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE).

Tectera Achieves Google Partner Status, Reinforcing Its Place as Sri Lanka’s Leading Digital Agency

Tectera, a leading Web Design and digital marketing agency in Sri Lanka, has officially been awarded Google Partner status — a prestigious accreditation recognising agencies that consistently demonstrate expert-level Google Ads performance, certified team members, and measurable results for clients. The milestone confirms Tectera’s standing as the go-to Google Ads Agency in Sri Lanka for businesses seeking accountable, results-driven digital mark

Darley Butler Launches “We Must Change” Campaign, Introduces Refill Pouches Across Four Leading Household Brands to cut plastic usage

Colombo, Sri Lanka – 6 March 2026, Darley Butler, the FMCG arm of E B Creasy & Co. PLC, announced the launch of its “We Must Change” campaign alongside the island-wide introduction of refill pouches across four of its most trusted household brands: Teepol, Bio Clean, Softny, and Bubble All Out. The initiative encourages consumers to reuse existing bottles and shift to refill-based usage, supporting a practical and scalable reduction in plastic co

Why cycling Sri Lanka is more than mere sport

The drone captures a sandy beach, swept by the Indian ocean. To its side, the open road frames Sri Lanka’s lush interior. In time, the camera will eye paddy fields, tea plantations and scorched red earth before closing its lens at a hospital in Puttur, Jaffna. Under its gaze, pelotons of blue-clad cyclists traverse this majestic landscape for a cause that speaks into a nation’s past and works for a better future. It’s the st

Master Designer V3.0 – A Platform for Creative Excellence

Master Designer is an all-island graphic design competition organized by the Media Unit of SLTC, created to inspire and empower aspiring designers across Sri Lanka. The competition provides a unique platform for creative minds to