As part of ongoing relief efforts for communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah, HUTCH Sri Lanka has donated Rs. 60 million to the Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund. The contribution was officially handed over today (04) at the Presidential Secretariat. The donation cheque was presented to Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake by HUTCH […]
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Nations Trust Bank PLC (NTB) is pleased to announce that the Bank has received the approval from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) to acquire The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, Sri Lanka’s (HSBC Sri Lanka) Retail Banking business. NTB and HSBC signed a binding Sale and Purchase Agreement in September this year, with […]
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Teams up with Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) to mobilise community donations Uber Sri Lanka today announced a partnership with the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society to support relief and recovery efforts for communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. As part of this initiative, Uber is contributing approximately LKR 65 million towards emergency relief, combining funds for […]
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In a powerful symbol of resilience and recovery, Sri Lanka today welcomed the luxury cruise ship Mein Schiff 06, operated by TUI Cruises, carrying more than 2,000 international passengers to the Colombo Port. This marks the first major tourist movement since last week’s natural disaster, sending a clear message to the world: Sri Lanka is safe, open, and ready […]
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Suwanda Industries, known globally under the brand name Cycle Pure Incense, is proud to announce its recertification as a ZeroCarbon® Manufacturer for 2025. This marks another significant milestone in the company’s ongoing journey of environmental responsibility and purpose-driven business. As Sri Lanka’s only Carbon Neutral Manufacturer of Incense Sticks, this achievement reaffirms the company’s unwavering dedication to […]
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In a groundbreaking step toward enhancing guest convenience and digital hospitality, Sofia Colombo has officially launched Colombo’s first-ever multilingual “Hotel E-Shop,” developed in partnership with Thineth Software Solutions. This innovative online platform operates without the need for app downloads or personal data collection guests simply scan a QR code available in their rooms to access […]
Continue ReadingAcuity Knowledge Partners today announced its rebrand to Acuity Analytics, the new trading name for the firm. This change reflects the firm’s journey into a global leader in insight, analytics, data and AI-enabled solutions. The new brand is supported by a redesigned website that gives clients a clear and up to date view of the […]
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EKHO Ella, the boutique hotel set in Sri Lanka’s scenic hill country, has been recognised with the 2025 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Award, placing it among the top 1 percent of hotels worldwide. The honour is based entirely on guest reviews and ratings and acknowledges the hotel’s warm hospitality, distinctive railway inspired […]
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New York City – Sri Lanka’s culinary identity has reached a proud global milestone as Lungi, the South Indian–Sri Lankan restaurant on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, secures the 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand Award, following its first win in 2024. This recognition makes Lungi the first Sri Lankan restaurant in New York to earn back-to-back Bib […]
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Sampath Bank PLC advanced Sri Lanka’s journey towards transport digitalisation with the launch of its pilot digital bus fare payment project in collaboration with the Road Passenger Transport Authority – Western Province. The event took place in Thalangama recently and was attended by Mr. Tharaka Ranwala, Senior Deputy General Manager – Life Lead Operations of […]
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