Sri Lanka’s retail landscape will reach a major milestone with the launch of Ministry of Brands (MOB), the country’s first off-price retailer. The flagship store is set to open on 16 February 2026, introducing Sri Lankan consumers to authentic global luxury and premium brands at discounts of up to 90% off original retail prices. Backed […]
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HSBC Ceylon Literary & Arts Festival begins this week
The HSBC Ceylon Literary & Arts Festival is set to begin its third edition from 13 to 15 February 2026 as the ‘Festival on Beira’ at Cinnamon Lakeside, bringing together 45+ speakers across 30+ sessions featuring both international and local literary voices. Renowned Bollywood names including Shabana Azmi, Kalki Koechlin and Rahul Bose will take […]
IDL, Clouds by SOZO and the Rukmini Tissanayagam Trust Partner with the HSBC Ceylon Literary & Arts Festival 2026 to Celebrate Sri Lanka’s Creative Voice.
The HSBC Ceylon Literary & Arts Festival 2026, taking place from 13 to 15 February at Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo, promises to be one of those rare cultural moments that linger long after the last session ends. It is a gathering not only of writers, artists and thinkers, but of ideas, shared, challenged and celebrated in […]
Celebrate your love at Hilton Colombo this Valentine’s Day
Hilton Colombo invites guests to celebrate Valentine’s Day with an assortment of exclusive dining experiences, which will create special romantic memories to be treasured for a lifetime. Complemented by an exclusive partnership with luxury fragrance brand Elvoir, Hilton Colombo exudes the perfect dreamy ambiance for you and your significant other to revel in the season […]
Prima KottuMee Hot ‘N’ Spicy Stars Shine at Y FM Relax Party
The winners of Prima KottuMee Hot ‘N’ Spicy Stars 2026 brought their fiery flair to the Y FM Relax Party, held at Excel World, adding an extra spark to the popular youth event. Twelve rising young stars took to the stage, having earned their place at Prima KottuMee Hot ‘N’ Spicy Stars 2026 through a […]
Moose Clothing Company Appointed Official Merchandise Licensing Partner for ICC Men’s T20 Matches in Sri Lanka
Moose Clothing Company has been appointed the Official Merchandise Licensing Partner in Sri Lanka for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, marking an important milestone in the brand’s journey on the international cricket stage. Under this partnership, Moose is authorised to design, manufacture, and retail officially licensed ICC merchandise for the Sri Lankan market. […]
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General partners Lanka Ride 2026, safeguarding riders and elevating national sports
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLICGL), Sri Lanka’s No. 1 motor insurance provider and most trusted general insurer, partnered Lanka Ride 2026, the islandwide cycling tour, as the Official Insurance Partner. The partnership reinforced SLICGL’s leadership in risk protection and commitment to advance national sporting excellence. Lanka Ride has roots in Sri Lankan sports […]
Joseph Fraser Hospital Advances Safe, Personalised Maternity Care Through Medically Supported Water Birth
Joseph Fraser Hospital recently marked an important milestone in its maternity services with the successful delivery of a baby through a medically supported water birth, reaffirming its commitment to personalised care, informed maternal choice, and the highest standards of clinical safety. Water births at Joseph Fraser Hospital are offered within a closely monitored clinical environment […]
Cinnamon Life and John Keells Foundation Present La Bamba! The Song of Veracruz
In association with Nations Trust Bank, Colombo welcomes the West End–licensed musical across seven shows in five days Colombo, Sri Lanka; 5th February 2026 – Cinnamon Life, in collaboration with John Keells Foundation (JKF) and in association with Nations Trust Bank (NTB), announced the staging of the West End–licensed musical La Bamba! The Song of […]
From Kevum to Keto: How Sri Lankans Search TikTok for Everyday Cooking Ideas
For generations, Sri Lankan cooking knowledge moved through homes by observation—watching a mother temper spices, learning the feel of dough by hand, remembering measurements by instinct rather than instruction. Recipes were not written down so much as absorbed. But everyday cooking today looks different. Kitchens are faster, diets more varied, and time more limited. Increasingly, […]