i Grid Holdings, a Sri Lankan company founded in 2016 and recognised with numerous awards in the solar industry over the past decade, has entered the electric mobility sector with the launch of the i BIKE SLI 100 a modern electric scooter designed specifically for Sri Lankan roads and lifestyles.Continue Reading
Two leaders in travel come together to open Emirates Wolgan Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Lodge in mid-2026, signifying the global debut of โThe Ritz-Carlton Lodgeโ and a milestone project for New South Wales’ regional luxury tourism Emirates and Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) have signed an agreement to open Emirates Wolgan Valley,Continue Reading
Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the Sri Lankan agriculture industry at the Jaffna International Trade Fair 2026, which was held from 23rd to 25th January at the Muttraweli Grounds in Jaffna. The companyโs presence at the exhibition underscored its focus on bringing modern agricultural technology andContinue Reading
Chokolaate, Sri Lankaโs leading youth-centric media platform, announced the official call-out for designers to participate in the much-anticipated Mother-Daughter Fashion Designer (MDFD) contest. Now in its 16th year, MDFD continues its legacy as one of the islandโs most influential creative platforms for emerging fashion talent. Organised annually by Chokolaate Magazine โ foundedContinue Reading
David Pieris Logistics (Private) Limited (formerly D P Logistics (Pvt.) Limited), the logistics arm of the David Pieris Group of Companies, officially inaugurated Jaffnaโs first-ever purpose-built, multi-user logistics facility, marking a significant milestone in the development of modern logistics infrastructure in Sri Lankaโs Northern Province. Mr. David Pieris, Founder &Continue Reading
Altair Residences have, over the past six months, seen more than 100 individual title deeds being executed by apartment owners, providing owners with a clear, registered, legal title to their apartments in accordance with Sri Lankan property law. This has been a key initiative by the new owners and managementContinue Reading
Sri Lanka has long been an outlier in the extent to which it grants tax concessions, former Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India Arvind Subramanian said, warning that such policies lay at the heart of the countryโs persistent fiscal and macroeconomic troubles. Speaking on the sidelines of TheContinue Reading
Q :How would you assess Sri Lankaโs economic recovery after the Ditwah? What has been the most pressing challenge in the aftermath? A: Sri Lankaโs recovery after the Ditwah has been gradual but increasingly visible, characterized by improvements in macroeconomic stability, a noticeable easing of inflationary pressures, and the gradualContinue Reading
Pan Asia Bank recently paid tribute to the loyalty and dedication of its long-serving employees at a special recognition event organised by the Bankโs Human Resources Division.The event was graced by the Chairman of Pan Asia Bank Aravinda Perera, the Director/CEO Naleen Edirisinghe and the Corporate Management members.The occasion celebratedContinue Reading
Hilton Colombo Residences is set to host A Celebration of Nikah & Waleema, an exclusive wedding showcase designed for couples planning their Nikah and Waleema celebrations. Taking place on 7 February 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., at the Union Ballroom, the showcase is presented in collaboration with theContinue Reading