Singer appointed exclusive distributor for Sony Mobiles

The latest premium flagship waterproof smartphone designed by Sony, the ‘Xperia Z2’ was unveiled to the local market recently in Colombo by Singer Sri Lanka Plc, laying a pedestal to the partnership with Sony Electronic Singapore Private Limited.

E-car charging centres at Arpico Super Centres

Richard Pieris group finance arm, Richard Pieris Arpico Finance Limited (Arpico Finance) yesterday announced the setting up of charging centres at all Arpico Super Centre outlets, starting August 2014, to cater the growing number of electric cars on local roads.

DRC goes high-tech, company listing within two days

The Department of Registrar of Companies has completed its transition towards the age of information technology and is finally operating for more than a pittance, according to Minister of Industry and Commerce Rishard Bathiudeen’s address to the parliament on July 11.

Subway franchise open for local entrepreneurs

The world’s largest submarine sandwich chain, Subway officially opened its first store in Sri Lanka yesterday and announced they would provide the opportunity for local entrepreneurs to open outlets under the franchise to rapidly grow its chain of stores throughout the country.

Kidz Planet- Ultimate play and learn experience for kids

Children of today are very intelligent and smart, and they become individuals from a very early age, with aspirations of who they want to become, what they want to do, and where they want to go. Therefore it is very important that we teach them about how to interact and live in this world from a very young age.

Findmyfare offers convenient customer experience via upgraded FMF CRM system

findmyfare.com, Sri Lanka’s largest online travel company recently upgraded its Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to offer a comprehensive service and better engage with their customer base.

Colombo Centenary International Scout Jamboree to be held in Sri Lanka

The Colombo Centenary International Scout Jamboree will be held in Sri Lanka from August 1-7 at the Ygro Camp site in Madampe.

Happiness.lk Introduces Same Day Delivery for Baby and Kids Products!

Tired of walking around from shop-to-shop looking for the perfect baby products? or just simply want to select the best birthday gift for your kid?. How about a website that has more than 5,000 products on it's portfolio? Ranging from the best baby brands and world famous toy brands all in one place?

SL gets US $ 300mn ADB loan for clean energy

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today has approved a US $300 million dual-tranche loan to help Sri Lanka scale up its use of clean energy and cut its reliance on costly petroleum oil for electricity generation

Domino’s Pizza Mania for All Those Little Celebrations

Domino’s Pizza, who introduced the 30 minute delivery guarantee to Sri Lankan consumers and the world leader in Pizza Delivery, is proud to launch “Pizza Mania” - a range of delicious mouth-watering pizzas to all pizza lovers to celebrate even the little joys in life in a big way.

Swiss Chef to enhance the Upcoming Swiss Food Festival at MLH

Swiss people love good food, music and wine. Savoring the world famous Swiss cheeses is considered an everlasting memory. The Mount Lavinia Hotel is promoting “A Taste of Switzerland” for the second consecutive year, backed by their main sponsor Baurs.

HSBC credit card deals now on zMessenger’s Bigbon app

HSBC has become the newest partner to be featured on ‘Bigbon’, a unique smartphone app by zMessenger that helps users find the best deals and offers to suit their need.

Samarasiri appointed Deputy Governor

The Monetary Board, with the concurrence of the President and Minister of Finance, has appointed P. Samarasiri as a Deputy Governor of the Central Bank, with effect from June 1, 2014.

Mobitel unveils the new Samsung Galaxy Tab S for the first time in Sri Lanka

The National Mobile Service Provider, Mobitel partnered with Samsung to provide customers a special opportunity to experience the Samsung Galaxy Tab S, which was introduced for the first time in Sri Lanka.

Fems, the only sanitary napkin in Sri Lanka to receive SLS Certification

The role of the progressive Sri Lankan woman of today, has significantly transformed, to become more demanding of an active, multi-tasking lifestyle.

MCB Bank opens its doors in Kollupitiya

Celebrating a presence of 20 years in Sri Lanka, MCB Bank, one of the fastest growing Pakistan-based bank, marks its successful journey this year with the opening of the newest branch in Kollupitiya, as part of the Bank’s strategy to be close to its customers and to serve them with an array of qualitative and efficient banking services.

Asia’s first ever travel bloggers’ conference to be held in Colombo

Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts, a five star hotel chain in Sri Lanka partnered with Professional Travel Bloggers’ Association (PTBA) and the National Carrier SriLankan Airlines yesterday to host Asia’s first ever Travel Bloggers’ Conference, TBC Asia.

Chiropractic Clinic at Nawaloka Hospital

Nawaloka Hospital is Sri Lanka’s first, purpose built private hospital. Over the years, the Hospital has invested enormously on advanced medical equipment and best curative facilities, Thus has many first to their credit in Sri Lanka.

For the first time in Sri Lanka enjoy a whopping 50% discount on flights to Malaysia offered exclusi

Findmyfare.com is offering a super 50% off bonus on selected flights to Malaysia. This is one of the best travel deals of the year which is offered exclusively by Sri Lanka’s largest online travel company, findmyfare.  This super deal is offered to findmyfare’s customers days after announcing the company’s new plans for expansion. “Rewarding our customers has always been a priority at findmyfare.

Cargills Bank launches with a vision to create a culture of Commercial Banking that facilitates prog

Cargills Bank entered Sri Lanka’s Banking and Finance Industry as the 23rd licensed commercial bank in Sri Lanka with the ceremonial launch of its Head Office at No 696, Galle Road, Colombo 3.

Sri Lanka amongst top 8 Social Media Day events worldwide - Colombo event hosted by Etisalat

Etisalat Lanka, the fastest growing mobile network in Sri Lanka hosts the Mashable Social Media Day in Colombo for the 3rd consecutive year and is been listed among the top 8 Social Media Day events in the world

Melwire Group partners with e-commerce innovator findmyfare.com

The Melwire Group hosted a gala cocktail dinner to felicitate the company’s latest venture to partner with findmyfare.com, Sri Lanka’s pioneering online travel company. The event that was held on 20th June 2014 at the Hilton Colombo saw the presence of a large gathering of distinguished guests.

Raja Bojun – a romantic escape for a royal treat of truly Sri Lankan cuisines

‘Raja Bojun’ the pioneers in making  truly Sri Lankan authentic dishes that suit the palate of food lovers in the country and around the globe  has now shifted to their new location just 500 m away from the earlier place at Galle Face area.

Autogas on the rise as world’s preferred alternative fuel

Road travel remains an essential feature of the world’s transportation mix, and is of tremendous importance to the many commuters who use this mode of transport.

Hutch launches ‘Hutch Buddy’ app

Hutch is pleased to announce the launch of Hutch Buddy – Your Online Assistant, a comprehensive and specially customized mobile app aimed at providing its subscribers with an unprecedented experience across its range of products and services at a user’s fingertips

Wine & Dine or Go All American this 4th of July at MLH

4th of July is a day filled with great food and good times with friends and family. MLH should be a must be culinary destination on your list! Featuring two very distinctive events the “All American BBQ” and the “Wine and Dine Evening”

AMW introduces Nissan Patrol’s ‘Hero of All Terrain’

Associated Motorways (Private) Limited unveiled the Nissan Patrol Y62 model at an event held at Tintagel Colombo today amidst a gathering of VIP guests, the management of AMW, members of the media and well wishers.

York Street Partners takes global titles at Harvard’s New Venture Competition

York Street Partners (Pvt) Ltd, a Sri Lanka-based boutique investment banking and advisory firm, took first place in both the “most innovative” and “greatest impact” categories of Harvard Business School’s 2014 Alumni New Venture Competition.

Nawaloka : the proven centre for dengue management

A series of awareness  programmes and a nationwide campaign is being conducted through the electronic and print media to educate the public regarding the killer disease called “dengue”.

Lassana Flora celebrates 16 years of touching lives in every occasion

Lassana Flora, Sri Lanka’s premier florist would bloom brighter as it celebrates its 16th anniversary by giving away 16,000 free gift vouchers worth a staggering Rs. 16 million, to all customers in celebration of its excellent track record of successfully spreading happiness for over a decade and a half.