By N Perera – More than one billion people continue to smoke worldwide, and smoking sits in the category of avoidable, high-risk behaviour. In Sri Lanka, where 3.4 million of adults still smoke, it remains a big issue for public health. The question for policymakers, communities, and responsible companies is how smokeless nicotine products can […]
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National Women-Led Movement #HerProgressOurProsperity (#HPOP) Launched to Safeguard and Facilitate the Thriving of Women and Girls Across Sri Lanka
A powerful national movement aimed at safeguarding and facilitating the thriving of women and girls across Sri Lanka was officially launched on March 8, 2026. The movement launched with a 2026 International Women’s Day Roundtable Conference convened under the theme “The Power of Sri Lankan Women to Impact, Inspire, and Influence Youth in Sri Lanka.” […]
Private Healthcare Leaders, Policymakers and Experts Convene at APHNH Healthcare Leadership Summit 2026
The Association of Private Hospitals and Nursing Homes (APHNH) successfully concluded its 1st Healthcare Leadership Summit 2026 on 9 March 2026 at Waters Edge, Colombo, bringing together hospital leaders, policymakers, regulators, insurers, investors, and international experts to discuss practical, implementable priorities for Sri Lanka’s healthcare sector. The APHNH, established in 1972, is the recognised representative […]
Elvoir sets the Benchmark in Sri Lanka’s Fragrance Industry
Sri Lanka’s luxury landscape marks a defining milestone with the rise of Elvoir, a local fragrance powerhouse positioning the nation on the global perfumery map. In a historic first for the country, Elvoir stands as Sri Lanka’s first and only certified perfumer led fragrance brand, signalling a new era for locally crafted luxury that meets […]
Visa Serves Up Global Culinary Stardom as Official Payment Partner of MasterChef Sri Lanka Season 1
Visa, a global leader in digital payments, today announced its association as the Official Payment Partner for the inaugural season of MasterChef Sri Lanka, bringing one of the world’s most celebrated culinary television formats to Sri Lankan audiences for the very first time. Recognised by Guinness World Records as the world’s most successful cookery television […]
Montblanc launches Explorer Extreme in Sri Lanka through Exclusive Lines
Internationally renowned luxury Maison Montblanc has introduced its latest fragrance, Montblanc Explorer Extreme, to the Sri Lankan market through Exclusive Lines, the sole authorised agent for the brand in the country. The launch event was hosted at Virticle by Jetwing, where guests were invited to experience the newest addition to the bestselling Explorer line in […]
Havelock City Mall Hosts Historic Women-Only Screening of “Gahanu Lamai” for International Women’s Day 2026
Colombo, Sri Lanka – In celebration of International Women’s Day 2026, Havelock City Mall (HCM) hosted what is believed to be one of Sri Lanka’s first women-only cinema screenings, presenting a culturally significant and deeply meaningful tribute to womanhood. Held at Scope Cinemas, Havelock City Mall, the exclusive event featured a complimentary screening of the […]
Samsung Sri Lanka Celebrates International Women’s Day 2026
This International Women’s Day 2026, Samsung Sri Lanka proudly celebrates the strength, resilience, and leadership of women across its organisation under the global theme, “Give to Gain.” The theme reflects a powerful belief: when women invest in one another through knowledge, mentorship, and opportunity, collective growth follows. Across divisions, women at Samsung Sri Lanka continue […]
A Ramadan Feast Awaits at ITC Ratnadipa – Available Till March 19
This Ramadan, ITC Ratnadipa invites guests to celebrate the holy month with ‘A Feast for the Senses,’ a lavish Iftar buffet at the Indian Ocean Pavilion, available from 18 February to 19 March between 6:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. each evening, at LKR 9,500 nett per person. This specially curated dining experience offers an elevated […]
SpeedBay Launches Sri Lanka’s First-Ever Sodi World Series (SWS) Sprint Championship
Colombo, Sri Lanka – SpeedBay, Sri Lanka’s premier karting and motorsport facility, has made history with the launch of the country’s first-ever Sodi World Series (SWS) Sprint Championship, introducing an exciting new era of accessible, arrive-and-drive kart racing for aspiring and seasoned drivers alike. Colombo, Sri Lanka – SpeedBay, Sri Lanka’s premier karting and motorsport […]