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Ogilvy Group Clinches 6 Effie Metals for Campaigns Responding to National Priorities

17 March 2026

Healthcare & Insurance

‘Her Business Matters’ : Spa Ceylon Moves Beyond Celebration to Fuel Women-Led Growth

17 March 2026

NDB Strengthens Enduring Partnership with Trinity Rugby as Team Sponsor for 2026 Season

17 March 2026

Be Dapper Reopens in Dehiwala as the Area’s Largest Men’s Fashion Destination

17 March 2026

INSEE Ecocycle Champions Sustainability Hosting Circularity Summit 2026 & Future 360 CEO Forum

17 March 2026

Virtusa Named a Global Leader on the 2025 CDP Climate A List

17 March 2026

NPCI International Strengthens UPI Merchant Acceptance in Sri Lanka to Enable Seamless Payment Experience for Indian Tourists

17 March 2026

Sampath Bank and Apartner Bring Digital Payments to Sri Lanka’s Growing Condominium Sector

17 March 2026

Interviews and Appoints

Aberdeen Holdings Marks 30th Anniversary Honouring the People Behind Three Decades of Progress

Aberdeen Holdings Marks 30th Anniversary Honouring the People Behind Three Decades of Progress

17 March 2026By Asanka

Pay&Go CEO Vardan Aslibekyan Appointed to Board of Fintech Forum Sri Lanka

Nanaska Strengthens Board and Leadership Team with Key Appointments

Sanjay Kulatunga appointed to WindForce Board

Sri Lankan A Cappella Artist hachajah becomes Double-award winner at the A Cappella Video Awards in the USA

Intervest Earns ACCA Approved Employer Status

STEMUP Educational Foundation Appoints New Program Directors to Strengthen National STEM Initiatives

CDS Accounts on the Increase. Crosses One Million Accounts

APHNH President Raveen Wickremesinghe on trust, standards and collaboration, as the Healthcare Leadership Summit Convenes on March 9

Union Assurance Appoints Senath Jayatilake to Board of Directors

Money

NDB Strengthens Enduring Partnership with Trinity Rugby as Team Sponsor for 2026 Season

NDB Strengthens Enduring Partnership with Trinity Rugby as Team Sponsor for 2026 Season

17 March 2026By Asanka

NPCI International Strengthens UPI Merchant Acceptance in Sri Lanka to Enable Seamless Payment Experience for Indian Tourists

Sampath Bank and Apartner Bring Digital Payments to Sri Lanka’s Growing Condominium Sector

SDB bank Signs MoU with SARP to Strengthen Rural Agribusiness

When the Leopard Moves, the Forest Breathes

HNB Sparks Women’s Economic Power on International Women’s Day 2026

DFCC iCONNECT Strengthens Digital Banking Ecosystem Through Strategic Partnership with Blue Lotus 360

Siyapatha Finance PLC to issue LKR 3.75 billion debentures, reinforcing commitment to growth

Ceylon Money Market Fund Emerges as Top Performer in 2025

DFCC Bank Introduces Fingerprint-Based Life Certificate Verification for Pensioners

Technology

Virtusa Named a Global Leader on the 2025 CDP Climate A List

Virtusa Named a Global Leader on the 2025 CDP Climate A List

17 March 2026By Asanka

Fastest, most stable and seamlessly unlimited fibre connectivity for a digitally driven Sri Lanka

Kaspersky discovers infostealers mimicking Claude Code, OpenClaw and other AI developer tools

Sysco LABS Colleagues Take on IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo Endurance Challenge

Huawei Unveils Three Key Values of 5G-A Mobile Transport to Solidify the Foundation for 6G Evolution

Sysco’s Lise Monahan Highlights People and Purpose at SLASSCOM CEO Breakfast Event

Defending as a team : Kaspersky works with INTERPOL to secure Africa Cup of Nations

Samsung Sri Lanka Celebrates International Women’s Day 2026

Samsung Sri Lanka Opens Pre-Orders for the All-New Galaxy S26 Series with Exclusive Launch Benefits

HP Outlines Five-Pillar Strategy to Enable Digital Inclusion and Growth in Sri Lanka

Fashion

Be Dapper Reopens in Dehiwala as the Area’s Largest Men’s Fashion Destination

Be Dapper Reopens in Dehiwala as the Area’s Largest Men’s Fashion Destination

17 March 2026By Asanka

Colombo Fashion Week Summer Edition presented by Mastercard Planned for 1-4 April

Moose Fan App gains significant traction throughout T20 World Cup

BeDesi-fied : Be Desi Unveils Colombo’s Largest Pop Desi Fashion Destination in Wellawatte

Beyond the Runway : How MDFD Is Shaping Sri Lanka’s Fashion Future

Salaam Ramadan 2026 Opens in Colombo with Grand Celebration of Unity and Culture

Signature Latin Affair : A Night of Rhythm, and Show-Stopping Energy

Sri Lanka apparel exports ease in January while UK market remains stable

Ministry of Brands Introduces a New Era of Retail for Sri Lanka with Off-Price

Brumbies Marks 15 Years at the 147th Battle of the Blues

Travel & Tourism

British Airways announces return to Sri Lanka as part of major winter 2026 network expansion

British Airways announces return to Sri Lanka as part of major winter 2026 network expansion

17 March 2026By Asanka

World Wildlife Day 2026 : From Rescue to Rewilding, Kalo’s Journey Continues

City of Dreams Sri Lanka Rings in the Lunar New Year with Tradition, Prosperity and Cultural Splendour

Fairway Colombo Named “Most Technologically Advanced Hotel – Sri Lanka 2025”

Walkers Tours Launches Dedicated Sports Tourism Brand “Walkers Sports” at IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo

Emirates Statement – 6 March

Women Powering South Asia’s First Integrated Resort

Emirates media statement – 5 March

City of Dreams Sri Lanka Brings the Colour to Life with “Signature Holi Rush”

Gulf Air Increases Colombo Flights to 10 Weekly in Response to Strong Ramadan Travel Demand

Luxury Living

INSEE Ecocycle Champions Sustainability Hosting Circularity Summit 2026 & Future 360 CEO Forum

INSEE Ecocycle Champions Sustainability Hosting Circularity Summit 2026 & Future 360 CEO Forum

17 March 2026By Asanka

Capital Trust Properties’ Minoli Wickramasinghe recognised at UK Parliament for outstanding contribution to real estate

Innox Holdings wins the Excellence Award for Innovation at Architect 2026 exhibition

Tokyo Cement Crowns Top Performers at 2026 Dealer Convention

JAT Holdings Completes Second-Phase Expansion of Binder Plant, Increasing Capacity by 76%

Dipped Products’ 50th year focuses on regional healthcare, education and community resilience

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

Ozone x Foxygen Sri Lanka Launch At Architects Exhibition

LANKATILES Captivates Architect 2026 with a Spectacular Celebration of Fine Living

Home Lands Announces Strategic Entry into Port City Colombo with Iconic High Rise Development

Healthcare & Insurance

‘Her Business Matters’ : Spa Ceylon Moves Beyond Celebration to Fuel Women-Led Growth

‘Her Business Matters’ : Spa Ceylon Moves Beyond Celebration to Fuel Women-Led Growth

17 March 2026By Asanka

Vision Care Continues as Official Eyewear Partner for CFW Summer Edition 2026, Showcasing Persol and Michael Kors

Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General extends strategic partnership with SLIIT to safeguard teachers through Guru Buhuman insurance solution

Fitness First Jalea Expands Commitment to Community Fitness

Haleon renews partnership with Sri Lanka Dental Association for second consecutive year as Official Sponsor of World Oral Health Day 2026

Ceylinco Life’s 2024 Annual Report wins prestigious double honours

Cinnamon Life Introduces Curated Wellness Experiences at Kurundu This March

Fairfirst Insurance Embilipitiya branch now operating from new premises

Ceylinco Life leads life insurance market for 22nd year with premium income of Rs. 44.18 Bn.

Private Healthcare Leaders, Policymakers and Experts Convene at APHNH Healthcare Leadership Summit 2026

Motor

Hayleys Mobility and Kaiyi Auto Introduce the Affordable and Fully Electric Kaiyi eVibe to Sri Lanka

Hayleys Mobility and Kaiyi Auto Introduce the Affordable and Fully Electric Kaiyi eVibe to Sri Lanka

16 March 2026By Asanka

BYD's Seven-Seater SUV BYD SEALION 8 Makes Its South Asian Debut in Sri Lanka

Caltex Abimani Strengthens the Next Generation of Women in STEM

AMW Powers Diamond Best Foods with Nissan Magnite Fleet Delivery

EV Batteries vs ICE Engines : Evolution Auto Reframes the Longevity Debate

Sathosa Motors PLC honours top dealers at ‘Elite Circle’ Dealer Convention 2026

The CMTA urges consumers make informed choices when purchasing vehicles

Winners of the ‘Bajaj Genuine Supiri Ware’ awarded exciting prizes

835 BYD ATTO 1s Land in Sri Lanka, Opening NEVs to a Wider Market

David Pieris Automobiles and Commercial Bank partner to deliver exclusive leasing solutions for GWM and BAIC

Food & Beverage

Fortune GP Farms Strengthens Poultry Sector Performance Standards Through Global Collaboration

Fortune GP Farms Strengthens Poultry Sector Performance Standards Through Global Collaboration

17 March 2026By Asanka

TechnoMate, EMCO CAL and Cal Pacific host Sri Lanka's first ever Berry Industry Development Forum

Yazu Set to Make Sri Lankan Debut at Radisson Blu Resort Galle in 2026

New Anthoney's Farms sponsors MasterChef Sri Lanka as Official Poultry Supplier

Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka Leads ‘Give Back Life’ at the T20 World Cup

Rolf Blaser Of Baurs Honoured as CEO of the Year 2025

A Ramadan Feast Awaits at ITC Ratnadipa – Available Till March 19

MAQARA Sri Lankan Restaurant becomes a must-visit culinary spot for tourists and locals

Maliban Chairperson Kumudika Fernando Honored at CEO of the Year Awards 2025

John Keells Consumer Foods Sector Celebrates Multiple Wins at TAGS Awards 2025

Education

Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology raises the bar for academic excellence

Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology raises the bar for academic excellence

17 March 2026By Asanka

‘Singer Pace Hunt with Lasith Malinga’ Kicks Off to Uncover Sri Lanka’s Next Generation of Fast Bowlers

Duckworth–Lewis–Stern Custodian Prof. Steven Stern Engages Sri Lanka in Special Forum on Cricket and Analytics

The Selvern Trust unlocks new opportunities with barrier-breaking language app

IIHS International Foundation introduced as a smart alternative to traditional A/L education

SCAD Strengthens Sri Lanka–Japan Cooperation Through HRD and Education

DIMO Academy Launches International Job-Guaranteed German Logistics Diploma

CFA Institute Research Challenge Sri Lanka 2025/26 Final : University of Kelaniya Clinches Coveted Title

SLIIT Recognised in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, Strengthening Its Position as the Leading Non-State University

CFA Society Sri Lanka and Frontier Research Announce “Economics in Practice” Learning Programme

Development

Ogilvy Group Clinches 6 Effie Metals for Campaigns Responding to National Priorities

Ogilvy Group Clinches 6 Effie Metals for Campaigns Responding to National Priorities

17 March 2026By Asanka

Event Management Association of Sri Lanka Celebrates International Women’s Day with Elegant High Tea at ITC Ratnadipa

Sunshine Holdings advances Group-wide digital transformation with new people management platform

SLASSCOM Strengthens ties with NASSCOM at NTLF 2026 Leadership Gathering

IRCSL Marks 25 Years of Regulatory Excellence and Transforming Sri Lanka’s Insurance Landscape

Embedding Human Rights, Equity and Integrity into Business Leadership

National Women-Led Movement #HerProgressOurProsperity (#HPOP) Launched to Safeguard and Facilitate the Thriving of Women and Girls Across Sri Lanka

ACCA Marks 21 Years of Driving Excellence in Sustainability Reporting

Round Table Sri Lanka Launches National Magazine and Official Website

Helping Elevate Workplace Wellbeing - The Employee Wellness Survey by Great Place To Work® Sri Lanka

Cargo & Logistics

John Keells Logistics Expands Strategic Engagement with CWIT Through Inter-Terminal Transport Operations

John Keells Logistics Expands Strategic Engagement with CWIT Through Inter-Terminal Transport Operations

13 March 2026By Asanka

Advantis and Sarens Forge Strategic Joint Venture to Strengthen Heavy Lift and Engineered Transport Capabilities

Asia Siyaka Logistics Centre achieves global first with ZeroCarbon® certification in tea logistics

David Pieris Logistics opens first-ever multi-user logistics facility in Northern Sri Lanka

Expo Commodities and STAY Naturals honoured at the Presidential Export Awards 2024/25

Sri Lanka Makes Packaging History with Tetra Recart

Deloitte supports D P Logistics in the acquisition of Logicare (Pvt) Ltd

Kanoo Prudential Shipping : A Strategic Joint Venture Elevating Maritime Excellence in Sri Lanka

Asia Siyaka Warehouse sets global benchmark as first ZeroCarbon® certified tea logistics company

Seaspan and Ceyline Shipping Celebrate 20 Years of Partnership Excellence

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