NYT SHOWCASES COLOMBO
A recent feature in T – the New York Times style magazine – showcases Colombo, as it reemerges on the world’s travel map. T refers to a cultural renaissance unfolding in the city, where art, design, food and architecture are converging to redefine its identity. The piece features four Colombo based insiders – archaeologist Jagath […]
THE VANILLA EXPERIENCE
Sri Lanka’s first dedicated premium vanilla outlet, The Vanilla Shop officially opened its doors earlier this year in Battaramulla. The Vanilla Shop offers a curated range of goods including whole beans, gourmet grade extracts and vanilla infused treats, marking a sweet step forward for the country’s specialty food sector. The outlet also features a collection […]
THE FORUM WITH HASITH PREMATILLAKE
RENEWABLE ENERGY TRENDS This week on LMDtv Ruwandi Perera speaks with the Managing Director of Hayleys Fentons Hasith Prematillake on Renewable Energy Trends
VICTORY IN PORTUGAL FOR SRI LANKA’S F1 ASPIRANT
Seventeen year old Yevan David made history at the Algarve International Circuit in Portimão, Portugal, by becoming the first Sri Lankan to win races in the EuroFormula Open Championship. Driving for Team Motopark, the Dubai based David finished third in Race 1 before claiming back-to-back victories in Races 2 and 3. Remarkably, his performance put […]
FROM BEAN TO BREW IN THE HILL CAPITAL
Sri Lanka is making history with its first coffee heritage trail, launched at the Tree of Life Nature Resort in Kandy. Set within a 65 acre estate, the resort recently launched a 1.5 kilometre trail that takes visitors on an immersive journey through the island’s coffee heritage.The trail provides insights into Sri Lanka’s rich coffee […]
THE FORUM WITH NEIL SALMON
SRI LANKA COUNTRY IMAGE This week on LMDtv Ruwandi Perera speaks with the CEO/Managing Director of Ansell Neil Salmon on Sri Lanka’s Country Image
THE FORUM WITH HIMANI WEERASEKERA
INSURANCE SECTOR FINANCIALS This week on LMDtv Ruwandi Perera speaks with the Chief Financial Officer of Union Assurance Himani Weerasekera on Insurance Sector Financials
TOGGLE NAVIGATION
John Keells CG Auto begins first BYD deliveries in Sri Lanka. BYD, a global leader in New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), recently commenced its first customer vehicle deliveries in Sri Lanka, following the lifting of import restrictions. The first batch of vehicles, imported and distributed by its authorised distributor John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), was […]
SRILANKAN AVIATION COLLEGE EARNS ELITE STATUS
SriLankan Aviation College, the training arm of SriLankan Airlines, has been recognised as a top performing Authorised Training Centre (ATC) for 2024 by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) – a prestigious accolade bestowed on the best training institutions globally. This achievement elevates the college to IATA’s Preferred ATC category, highlighting its commitment to excellence […]
SIGIRIYA EARNS BRONZE GREEN STATUS
Sri Lanka Tourism has earned the prestigious Green Destination Bronze Award at ITB Berlin 2025, the world’s largest tourism trade fair. The award was presented in recognition of the country’s commitment to sustainable environmental practices in and around the Sigiriya rock fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Sri Lanka’s revered tourist attractions. […]