Daraz Independence

Independence can refer to various aspects of an individual’s life. Personal independence refers to the state of being self-reliant and autonomous,

Singer Sri Lanka unveils the all-new SINGER RED Loyalty Program

Singer Sri Lanka PLC recently launched its all-new Singer RED Loyalty Program, which is open to anyone who makes a purchase at Singer. Singer currently holds a loyal customer base of over 2 million island wide.

E-commerce: An Islandwide Phenomenon and a Youth-oriented Futuristic Industry of Sri Lanka - Report

Daraz Sri Lanka and Sri Lanka Association for Software Services Companies (SLASSCOM) released the first in-depth study on the adoption and use of e-commerce in Sri Lanka durin

Sri Lanka and Australia - close partners and friends

Since the first Australian High Commissioner arrived in Ceylon on 29 April 1947, the partnership between our two island nations has flourished. I was delighted to become the 17th High Commissioner to Sri Lanka in August last year during the 75th anniversary of our diplomatic ties.

Nippon Paint Lanka participates for the launch of Architect 2023 and Felicitation Ceremony of Sponsors 2022

The Launch of Architect 2023 - The 41st Architects, Work & Trade Exhibition & the Felicitation of Sponsors of Architect 2022 was held recently at the Grand Ballroom, Hotel Galadari, Colombo.

High Commissioner’s message

This year, Sri Lanka also celebrates 75 years of its Independence and India and Sri Lanka mark 75 years of establishment of diplomatic ties.

Connex leverages Microsoft technology to provide customized Cloud solutions to its clientele

As a leading IT solution provider in the country, Connex has been instrumental in coupling business requirements with the power of technology since 2014

20 Years of Making Your Transactions Possible

It was two years into the new millennium and Internet based services were gaining rapid momentum worldwide. Meanwhile, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) was getting ready to put a huge step forward, unveiling a new era in domestic banking. It was the beginning of a two-decade-long journey that revolutionized the Sri Lankan financial ecosystem from the bottom to the top.

20 Years of Making Your Transactions Possible

It was two years into the new millennium and Internet based services were gaining rapid momentum worldwide. Meanwhile, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) was getting ready to put a huge step forward, unveiling a new era in domestic banking.

Wavemaker Wins Gold for Gaming at SLIM Digis 2.2

This award is a collaborative partnership between Wavemaker Sri Lanka and Gamer.lk. Dell Gaming is the proud patron of Games and Esports Communities around the world.

Lahiru Ariyaratne appointed Chief Growth Officer of the CAL Group & CEO of Capital Alliance Securities (Private) Limited

Strengthening its leadership team, Lahiru Ariyaratne has been appointed as the Chief Growth Officer of the CAL Group & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Capital Alliance Securities (Private) Limited.

Suren Cooke Agencies collaborates with NPQS to hold Riken fumigation equipment training

A pioneer pest management firm in Sri Lanka, Suren Cooke Agencies (SCA) collaborated with National Plant Quarantine Services (NPQS)

The World Trade Center, Colombo together with the Colombo Stock Exchange facilitates the Rotary International “One Million Tree Story” project as part of its Corporate Sustainability efforts.

Housing the largest network of corporates under one roof including the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), the World Trade Center, Colombo recently collaborated with the Rotary District 3220

Opening Of Toyota Lanka Fulfillment Center Coinsides With 70 Years Of Sri Lanka Japan Relationship

Toyota Lanka Private Limited, the national distributor of Toyota products commemorated the 70 years of Japan – Sri Lanka diplomatic relations by ceremoniously inaugurating the state of the art fulfillment

HAC wins Gold for enabling Sri Lankan exports through Halal certification

The Halal Accreditation Council (HAC) has received the Gold Award for services provided to exporters and was also certified as engaged in “Ethical Trading” by the National Chamber of Exporters (NCE

Suren Cooke Agencies gets Riken Keiki training in Japan

With a view to advance the technical capabilities of Suren Cooke Agencies (SCA) in servicing its clients, the company’s Director, Rajitha Cooke

MESSSGE FROM THE HONORARY CONSUL OF KAZAKHSTAN IN SRI LANKA MR ESHANA DE SILVA

It gives me great pleasure as the Honorary Consul to extend my greetings and best wishes to the Republic of Kazakhstan on this auspicious occasion as they celebrate the 31st Anniversary

ISOBAR Sri Lanka Sweeps the Boards at SLIM Digis 2.2 as the Most Awarded Agency

Adding yet another milestone in 2022, ISOBAR Sri Lanka, the digital arm of the premier advertising agency group, Dentsu Communications, recorded a historic win as the Most Awarded Advertising Agency

Digibrush, the most Awarded Independent Agency at SLIM DIGIS

Digibrush, a leading independent digital agency in Sri Lanka, established its position in the industry once again at the SLIM DIGIS 2.2 Awards, landing among the most awarded agencies at the event for the second consecutive year. The SLIM DIGIS 2.2, hosted by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), recognizes and awards the most innovative, impactful, and unique marketing endeavors employing digital media in the country.

Domestic violence: A crisis in the age of the pandemic

Restrictions on movements and lockdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic made women, girls and children susceptible to a more severe crisis, namely domestic violence

GroupM crowned as the top Sri Lankan agency across Digital & Media

GroupM, the world’s leading media investment management firm with over 20 years of presence in Sri Lanka’s media industry bagged the most sought-after accolades at the Campaign’s Agency of the Year awards, 2022.

Demands for system change in times of crisis: Not forgetting the most vulnerable

The pandemic and the accompanying lockdowns that took place in Sri Lanka in 2020 - 2021, and the worsening economic crisis that followed has only made worse another

Ride4Ceylon Heads East

It’s that time of year again. The Ride for Ceylon planning team are busy executing the finer points for the 2023 ride. Ride4Ceylon is the fundraising branch of the U.K. based charity Friends of Manipay Hospital. Initially set up by brothers, Prof Jayantha & Anandan Arnold, the charity is now one of the largest charity cycling rides in South East Asia. The 2023 ride has already been oversubscribed and that’s before the official registration date.

Message from the Ambassador

On the occasion of the birthday anniversary of His Majesty the Late King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great, Thai National Day, and Thai Father’s Day, 5 December 2022, the Royal Thai Embassy in Colombo would like to invite all parties in Sri Lanka to join us in commemorating the magnanimousness (great work and devotion) of King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great who has been a unifying force for all Thais and whose initiatives have rendered innumerable benef

President and Prime Minister praise role Malays played in nation building of Sri Lanka

President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena have applauded the role the Malays have played and continue to perform in the country as part of their congratulatory messages in the ‘Malays of Sri Lanka’.

Launch of Incubator Spaces for Free Expression, Information Rights, and Innovation at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura

The event to launch the Incubator Space at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura took place on the 21st of November 2022; with the students and faculty coming together to create an immersive and vibrant experience highlighting their experience and learnings through the “Incubator Space for Promoting Information Right and Freedom of Expression” (InSPIRE) Project.

Asian business communities eager to bolster cooperation with China in economy and trade

The 15th China-South Asia Business Forum was held during November 19th-21st in Kunming, China. Representatives from business communities of Asian countries including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan attended and delivered video speeches at the forum, calling for bolstering cooperation between their countries and China in economy and trade.

Commercial Bank Provides Amazing Debit Card Offers up to 25% for Daraz 11.11 Sale for First Time Alongside Credit Card Offers

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC continues its partnership with popular online shopping hub, Daraz.lk to provide credit card and, for the first time, debit card offers for the much-awaited Daraz 11.11 Sale 2022.

Incubator Spaces for Free Expression, Information Rights, and Innovation

In Sri Lanka, the literacy rate among youth (age 15-24) stands at 99 percent as per the World Bank statistics of 2020. However, there is potential to further develop critical

11 Amazing Deals on Electronic Appliances That You Wouldn’t Want To Miss

Daraz, the leading e-commerce platform in Sri Lanka, is all prepped for the 11.11 Biggest Sale with some incredible deals up for grabs. Customers can anticipate the greatest selection of genuine products from a wide range of categories at an unbelievable 85 percent discount and a guaranteed 14-day return policy. With up to 40-month instalment plans and an additional 10 percent discount on selected bank card payments, this year’s Daraz 11.11 Bigge