Batik Air Malaysia is scheduled to officially resume its direct flight service between Kuala Lumpur and Colombo on March 30, 2026. The airline will operate four weekly flights using a Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The service will operate four times a week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The airline willContinue Reading
Batik Air Malaysia is scheduled to officially resume its direct flight service between Kuala Lumpur and Colombo on March 30, 2026. The airline will operate four weekly flights using a Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The service will operate four times a week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The airline willContinue Reading
Sri Lanka’s tourism sector has experienced strong growth in February 2026, driven significantly by the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. According to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), 159,339 tourists arrived in the country during the first 15 days of February. This mid-month total contributed to an overall figureContinue Reading
As the National ICT Solutions Provider, SLT-MOBITEL plays a pivotal role in supporting businesses across Sri Lanka by delivering digital and AI-based solutions that enhance operational efficiency, competitiveness and business growth. Through a range of focused initiatives, SLT-MOBITEL actively enables organisations to accelerate their digital transformation journeys. ‘SmartChat Mega 2026’Continue Reading
Automobile Association of Ceylon (AAC) has donated Rs. 25 million towards the Disaster Relief Support Fund aim to assist the Ditwah Cyclone victims. The donation was handed over to Dr. S.N. Kumayake, Secretary to the President by Dhammika Attygalle, President AAC, at the Presidential Secretariat on February 19 in theContinue Reading
Russel’s Wellness showcased its Ayurveda-inspired wellness teas and medicinal formulations at Gulfood 2026, one of the world’s most prestigious food and beverage exhibitions. The event brought together global buyers, distributors, and industry leaders, creating meaningful conversations around heritage, quality, and innovation. A special highlight of the exhibition was the visitContinue Reading
Legal Aid Dialogue conducted by the Support to Justice Sector Project (JURE) alongside the Legal Aid Commission Marking a significant step forward in strengthening access to justice and reimagining legal aid delivery in Sri Lanka, the Legal Aid Dialogue 2026 took place in Colombo, Sri Lanka over two days onContinue Reading
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced an increase in flight frequencies between Bahrain and Colombo, expanding from daily operations to 10 flights per week effective 19 February 2026. The enhanced schedule comes in response to heightened travel demand during the upcoming Ramadan and EidContinue Reading
The future development and positioning of Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is being pursued through a joint marketing and operational strategy aimed at attracting more airlines and strengthening its role as a tourism gateway, according to Buddhika Hewawasam, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Tourism. Speaking at a media briefing yesterday (19), Hewawasam said the absenceContinue Reading
Minasro College, recently honored with the prestigious Peoples Excellency Award for its outstanding contribution to pre-school and primary education, successfully held its Fourth Annual Sports Meet on February 8, 2026, at the Sugathadasa Stadium in Colombo. This national-level recognition, together with the successful organization of the sports meet, reaffirmed theContinue Reading