Author: LBO
Government to back apparel exporters with land reforms, ‘Plug and Play’ factories
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake chaired a discussion at the Presidential Secretariat on Monda aimed at resolving challenges facing Sri Lanka’s apparel sector and boosting the country’s export earnings. The meeting brought together top business leaders and investors from the industry to discuss practical hurdles and the support needed to roll out the Export Development Board’s […]
Sri Lanka, US reaffirm strong ties as talks focus on trade gap and tariffs
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with visiting US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Dr. Paul Kapur, at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (22). The two sides reflected on 77 years of Sri Lanka-US relations, noting how the partnership has grown to cover trade, defence, investment, tourism and people-to-people connections. Kapur […]
Scalable capture: Sri Lanka’s marine plastic problem is compounding, so is the response
Once considered a ‘miracle material’ capable of solving every industrial and consumer problem of the 20th century, today, plastic has become a ‘technofossil’. It has been found in snow at the top of Mount Everest, and as deep as the Marina Trench, across every known ecosystem, ultimately bio-accumulating up the food chain to humans as […]
Hayleys Fabric PLC and USJP establish SL’s first antibiotic resistance baseline for Kelani river basin
Hayleys Fabric PLC, a subsidiary of Hayleys PLC, and the University of Sri Jayewardenepura have completed Sri Lanka’s first comprehensive study on antibiotic resistance in the Kelani River Basin, a freshwater system that supplies drinking water to over 80% of the Greater Colombo region and supports more than a quarter of the national population. Conducted […]
FitsAir commences only direct air service between Colombo and Ahmedabad
FitsAir officially commenced direct operations between Colombo and Ahmedabad on 19th June 2026, becoming the only airline to offer non-stop flights between the two cities. Operating three times weekly, the new service strengthens connectivity between Sri Lanka and Western India while offering greater convenience for both leisure and business travellers. Ahmedabad, one of India’s leading […]
Musician Susitha Manoj launches new collection of songs
Sri Lankan-born singer and musician Susitha Manoj recently launched a new collection of songs to mark a significant milestone in his musical journey. The launch event was held at the Grand Monarch Hotel, Thalawathugoda, with the participation of artists, media personalities, well-wishers and music enthusiasts. The new collection reflects Susitha Manoj’s continued commitment to creating […]
From orphaned calves to smart technology: HIP advances ‘Save Ali Pancha’
Hambantota International Port (HIP), in partnership with the Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) and the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society of Sri Lanka (WNPS) as project facilitator, is taking its flagship human-elephant conflict initiative to the next stage with the launch of Phase II of the “Save Ali Pancha” project. The programme follows measurable successes […]
EDB Convenes Special Meeting with Industry Stakeholders to Address Challenges Faced by Coconut Coir and Fibre Product Exporters
The Export Development Board (EDB) recently convened a special meeting with key industry stakeholders to discuss the growing challenges confronting Sri Lanka’s coconut fiber export sector particularly the shortage of raw material that is disrupting production processes and driving up costs for manufacturers and exporters. Sri Lanka’s coconut coir and fiber-based product exports delivered a […]
Top three trends in software outsourcing, happening in 2026
It’s no secret that trends are constantly updating in the information technology industry, considering how fast-paced it is. While customers determine the path that businesses and their software development agency partners take, the introduction of new technologies (such as AI), now also lead the way. But it doesn’t stop there. Compliance is another major driving […]
Prime Residencies Commences Construction of THE GOLF on Lake Drive, Colombo 08
Prime Residencies, the real leader in the modern real estate, and a subsidiary of Prime Group, officially marked the commencement of construction on its latest ultra-luxury residential development, THE GOLF, with its groundbreaking ceremony held at the project site on Lake Drive, Colombo 8. The event brought together key stakeholders and project partners to mark […]
FCCISL and Indian High Commission Chart Path for Economic Cooperation; Focus on Digital Economy, SME Support, and Rupee-to-Rupee Bilateral Trade
The President and the Board of Directors of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL) convened with the High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka His Excellency Santosh Jha to discuss a bilateral economic framework. The meeting focused on advancing SME development, creating a unified startup ecosystem, driving digital economic […]
FitCon Presents Luxe Active Edit 2026 Celebrating the Future of Activewear and Athleisure
Luxe Active Edit 2026, Sri Lanka’s premier activewear showcase, recently took centre stage at Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka, bringing together fashion, wellness, sport, movement, confidence and self-expression in a unique celebration of the active lifestyle. The event highlighted the growing influence of athleisure, sportswear and wellness-driven fashion while showcasing how performance […]