Navy Commander and senior naval officers awarded Vishista Seva Vibushanaya (VSV)

From Sri Lanka to Delhi: Durga Kenny takes homegrown beauty brand BeWAXed to India’s capital

Sri Lankan entrepreneur Durga Kenny has expanded her specialist waxing business BeWAXed to New Delhi through a collaboration with Tip & Toe India. The outlet is located on the second floor of Tip & Toe, Shop No. 31, Meharchand Market, Lodi Colony. The business lists 28 September as its soft-opening date. The Delhi expansion follows the brand’s entry into Chennai, where it has locations in Adyar and Alwarpet. BeWAXed reports a presence across Sri Lanka, the Maldives and India. Kenny founded th

03 Oct, 2026

First Capital Treasuries strengthens Board with experienced capital markets and treasury expertise

First Capital Treasuries has announced Channa de Silva’s appointment as chairman and the addition of Dudeepa Ratwatte and Niran Mahawatte as independent non-executive directors. De Silva moves to the chairmanship from his position as an independent non-executive director. The company is a subsidiary of First Capital Holdings and part of JXG, the Janashakthi Group. The appointments bring experience in capital markets, treasury operations, financial markets and risk management to the board, acco

03 Oct, 2026

Leading Brands Come Together for ‘This Is Michael – Relive the Legend’ at City of Dreams Sri Lanka

Michael Jackson tribute production This Is Michael – Relive the Legend is scheduled for 8 and 9 November at The Podium, City of Dreams Sri Lanka, with Lenny Jay leading the performances. The two-hour show will feature more than 20 songs associated with Jackson, performed with live musicians, vocals, choreography, visuals and costumes, according to the organisers. The announced repertoire includes Billie Jean, Beat It, Thriller, Smooth Criminal, Man in the Mirror, Bad, Black or White, Dangerous

03 Oct, 2026

Ground Theory puts Sri Lankan Coffee in the Spotlight

Ground Theory Coffee Roasters has expanded its Colombo roastery while highlighting locally grown Arabica for International Coffee Day, observed on 1 October. The company, which began roasting in 2020, sources green coffee from producers in Sri Lanka’s central highlands. It reports using Arabica grown at elevations above 1,200 metres and selecting lots before roasting them in small batches. Its current range includes wet-processed and naturally processed Arabica for wholesale and retail custome

03 Oct, 2026

Effie Awards Sri Lanka 2026 Calls for Jury Nominations

Advertising agencies are invited to nominate a representative to serve on the judging panel of the Effie Awards Sri Lanka 2026, with nominations open until 20 October 2026. Nominees must be employees of the nominating advertising firm and hold a senior management position, such as Chief Executive Officer, Chief Creative Officer, Head of Client Servicing, Head of Planning or an equivalent role. Candidates must also have at least 12 years of experience in the advertising industry. To qualify, no

03 Oct, 2026

OVERFLOW - brings gospel music and community together to support educational opportunities for children in Padaviya

Music, faith and giving will come together on Saturday, 10 October, as Live Love & Give (LLG) presents OVERFLOW – An Evening of Music, Joy & Giving, a fundraising gospel concert supporting its Educational Scholarship Programme for children and young people in Padaviya. The concert will take place at Trace Expert City, Colombo, featuring performances by Soul Sounds and Choir Legato, alongside special performances by children from Padaviya. Backed by Ilayanila Isaikkulu, the evening will bring to

03 Oct, 2026