TRAVEL ESCAPE
HIDDEN CULTURAL GEMS Sri Lanka is famed for its ancient cities such as Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa. But beyond the well trodden tourist paths lie lesser known cultural destinations that offer glimpses into the island’s traditions, arts and spiritual life. Here are some rare cultural sites where you can experienceauthentic tradition and heritage… HOME OF THE […]
ADVENTURE TOURISM
THE HIGH-OCTANE SHIFT Anuruddha Bandara delves into Sri Lanka’s growing status as an adventure hub Sri Lanka’s tourism identity is undergoing a powerful transformation and emerging as a premier destination for adventure tourism. With its compact geography and ecological richness, the island offers a range of experience, from high-octane thrills to nature immersed journeys. “Adventure […]
EXPORTERS FORUM
MOVING UP THE VALUE CHAIN Mangala Gunasekera presents a bold vision for Sri Lanka’s rubber industry Q: How would you describe the current state of Sri Lanka’s rubber industry in terms of export competitiveness and market readiness? A: With its roots in the colonial era, Sri Lanka’s rubber industry is at a critical juncture. Despite […]
INVEST SRI LANKA
A REVIVAL IN MOTION Sri Lanka is repositioning itself as a resilient regional hub with exports leading the way Sri Lanka is regaining its footing as a dynamic export hub in South Asia, as evidenced by its latest export earnings – US$ 4 billion in the first quarter of this year. This growth reflects a […]
CONNECT DUBLIN
My story began in Sri Lanka, where my passion for technology took root. Following a decade in the tech industry – including six years with various Microsoft
CASSANDRA FERNANDO TRIUMPHS IN HOLT
Sri Lanka born Australian politician Cassandra Fernando has been reelected as a member of parliament for the seat of Holt in Victoria, representing the Labor Party. Her victory came as Labor, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, won a second consecutive term with a clear majority at the 3 May federal election. Representing Holt since […]
ISLAND INNOVATORS ON FORBES 30 UNDER 30
Three trailblazing Sri Lankans make it to the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2025 list. Chef and YouTube star Charith Silva, the creative force behind WildCookbook, is recognised in the arts category for redefining digital food storytelling. With over 10 million subscribers, Silva’s cooking videos re-cently earned him the YouTube diamond play button – […]
CREATIVE WIN FOR UBER EATS SRI LANKA
Uber Eats Sri Lanka won its first regional marketing accolade when it bagged a silver medal in the creative media award category at the prestigious Festival of Media Asia-Pacific Awards 2025. The award recognised the brand’s innovative campaign – ‘Get Almost, Almost Anything’ – which focussed on its expanded range of products that are available […]
MALIBAN’S BOLD NEW FLAVOUR
Maliban Biscuit Manufactories has introduced a bold new addition to its Snackers range with Sri Lanka’s first Korean ramen flavoured savoury biscuit. Inspired by the rising popularity of Korean cuisine and K-pop culture among Sri Lankan youth, this spicy crunchy snack brings the distinct flavour of Korean ramen to the local biscuit market. To celebrate […]
YOUNG SHOOTER WINS BRONZE
Thirteen year old Kael Liyanage made history by winning the bronze medal in the Super Junior category at the 2025 International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC) and Mini Rifle World Shoot Championship, held in Znojmo, Czech Republic. This marks Sri Lanka’s first individual medal at a world championship in practical shooting, marking […]