Road safety has become a pressing national concern in Sri Lanka, with unsafe driving practices, speeding, distracted driving, and negligence by both motorists and pedestrians contributing to rising accidents and fatalities. The gravity of the situation is evident in the numbers. Sri Lanka Police reported over 3,642 road accidents in the first two months of […]
Category: Social
Seylan Bank nurtures a future of financial literacy with its 292nd ‘Pahasara’ Library at Nankadawara Kanishta Vidyalaya
Seylan Bank PLC continues its longstanding commitment to education and community empowerment with the opening of its 292nd ‘Pahasara’ Library at Nankadawara Kanishta Vidyalaya, Madagama, Dummalasooriya. The opening ceremony was held on the 21st of May 2026 under the patronage of J P C K Jayalath, Divisional Educational Director – Chilaw, H.T. Chandana, Principal of […]
Allianz Lanka Promotes Road Safety Awareness Among Three-Wheeler Drivers Across Sri Lanka
In a continued effort to promote road safety awareness in Sri Lanka, Allianz Lanka recently concluded a large-scale island-wide sticker campaign engaging over 7,000 three-wheeler drivers across nearly 60 locations. Three-wheeler drivers play an essential role in Sri Lanka’s daily transport network, supporting communities and livelihoods. Recognizing this, Allianz Lanka designed this initiative to go beyond […]
The Executive Response: How a Global Fellowship Navigated Sri Lanka’s Landslide Crisis
Moving beyond the “blind spots” of traditional aid, an exclusive network of young professionals reached 64,800 survivors of Cyclone Ditwah. By, Avanka William, Feature Correspondent for Round Table Sri Lanka In late 2025, Cyclone Ditwah tore through the island, triggering the most extensive flooding and landslide damage seen in two decades.The catastrophe claimed a confirmed […]
DIMO Facilitates Delivery of 134 TATA Xenon Yodha Cabs to the Sri Lanka Police
DIMO, the sole authorized distributor for TATA vehicles in Sri Lanka, successfully facilitated the delivery of 134 TATA Xenon Yodha cabs to the Sri Lanka Police, strengthening operational mobility and public service capabilities across the Northern Province. The official handover ceremony was held at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of His Excellency Anura Kumara […]
Celebrating Vesak, Serendib Flour Mills Serves Community Through Dansala at Orugodawatta
Celebrating the spirit of Vesak, Serendib Flour Mills served the community through a Tea Bun Dansala and Plain Tea Dansala held near the Orugodawatta Bridge on 29 May 2026, distributing 12,500 buns and 12,500 cups of tea to devotees and members of the public. The Dansala commenced with the blessings and presence of a venerable […]
AIA Higher Education Scholarship programme marks 31 years, inspiring over 750 students nationwide
AIA Insurance marked a significant milestone by celebrating 31 years of its Higher Education Scholarships Programme, one of the longest-running corporate social responsibility initiatives in Sri Lanka. The prestigious awards ceremony was held at Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo. This year, AIA honoured the 25th batch of top-performing students from each district who excelled at the Grade […]
MAS Intimo Vesak Lantern
Standing 53 feet high, the MAS Linea Intimo Vesak lantern rises to the height of an eight story building and is illuminated by over 15,000 bulbs and 120 sub lanterns. With it’s vibrant colours and rotating layers, the lantern is a breathtaking feat of craftsmanship and engineering. Behind this towering lantern is an extraordinary eight […]
H.E.R. Foundation supported by Fems launched ‘HER Ambassador Programme’ on Menstrual Hygiene Day
Calling on passionate individuals to help break the stigma and champion menstrual health across Sri Lanka In commemoration of Menstrual Hygiene Day on the 28th of May, the H.E.R. Foundation (Help, Empower, Rise) supported by Fems, officially launched its ‘HER Ambassador Programme’, a purpose-driven initiative inviting individuals across Sri Lanka to become advocates for menstrual […]
Selyn Marks Five Years of #BleedGood by Advancing an Ecosystem-Led Approach to Sustainable Menstrual Health
For more than three decades, Selyn Group has continuously evolved by responding to the realities of the communities connected to its operations. Since its founding in 1991 as a small handloom enterprise, Selyn has grown into a diversified fair-trade business spanning ethical manufacturing, retail, exports, sustainable product innovation, and community development. At the heart of […]