Sri Lanka’s exports of apparel and made-up textile articles (HS Chapters 61, 62 and 63) rose to US$447.21 million in December 2025, up 5.43% from US$424.18 million in December 2024, according to industry export statistics. Growth was recorded across the three main destination markets. Exports to the USA increased 6.49%Continue Reading
JXG (Janashakthi Group) hosted ‘Listening Led Leadership’ a programme designed to reinforce the organisation’s commitment to strengthening its empathy-led workplace. The programme was hosted recently at Radisson Hotel – Colombo, bringing together leadership and management teams across JXG for an immersive learning experience aimed at strengthening its leadership’s empathetic capabilitiesContinue Reading
Union Bank Horana Branch relocated to a new and spacious premises at No. 99A1/A, Somananda Mawatha, Horana, further strengthening its presence in the Horana area whilst offering an enhanced banking experience to customers. The new premises offers an all-new private banking space for Elite Circle members, meeting/conference facilities for customersContinue Reading
As transparency becomes a defining requirement among European buyers, Mabroc Teas (Pvt) Ltd – a member of the Hayleys Group and one of Sri Lanka’s leading tea exporters – has launched TeaTrace, a data-driven traceability platform designed to meet evolving global standards in ethical and sustainable sourcing. Developed in collaborationContinue Reading
Salam Ramadan is a flagship cultural initiative of the Western Provincial Council, implemented in collaboration with the Colombo Municipal Council, first launched in 2025 with the objective of promoting awareness, understanding, and appreciation of Sri Lanka’s diverse cultures during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Following the overwhelming success of itsContinue Reading
The world of healthcare is evolving faster than ever before, with breakthroughs reshaping how we prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. Just recently, researchers made global headlines for developing “skin in a syringe,” injectable skin cells engineered to regenerate damaged tissue, offering hope for burn victims and patients with chronic wounds.Continue Reading
More convenience with 3 additional weekly flights for the Winter 2025/26 season. Thai AirAsia continues to strengthen connectivity between Sri Lanka and Thailand with the introduction of three additional weekly flights (Wednesday, Friday, Sunday) between Colombo (CMB) and Bangkok (Don Mueang – DMK) for the Winter 2025/26 season. The new services are in operation providing travellers even greater flexibilityContinue Reading
The Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (Pvt) Ltd. (CAHM), Sri Lanka’s leading private hospitality and culinary training institute located at the SLIIT main Campus Malabe, has officially launched the CAHM 7-Star Junior Chef Competition – Season 01. The competition, aimed at nurturing the next generation of culinary professionals, is proudly supported byContinue Reading
American degrees continue to be a powerful choice for Sri Lankan students because they combine global recognition with the promise of achieving the ‘American dream’. Graduates of US universities are highly regarded worldwide, opening doors to global career opportunities, postgraduate study, and long-term success. For Sri Lankan students seeking aContinue Reading
Hilton Colombo is shining a spotlight on the Middle Eastern World Chocolate Master, Chef Aravinda Leelarathna with ‘Chocolate Express’, a thoughtfully curated, month-long celebration of fine chocolate. Currently taking place and running until 15 February 2026, the experience unfolds across L.A.B and Café Kai, where Chef Aravinda’s artistry comes toContinue Reading