Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, announced the availability of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Series in Sri Lanka through its retail and digital channels, bringing Samsung’s latest flagship smartphone lineup to local consumers. The series includes the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, combining advanced AI-powered capabilities, premium design and next-generation connectivity for everyday mobile use, with customers able to experience the power of Dialog 5G Ultra on the devices.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Series introduces an AI-powered camera system featuring a 200MP AI-enhanced rear camera with improved low-light performance, advanced zoom and intelligent editing tools for capturing and refining content directly on the device. The lineup also includes Galaxy AI capabilities, a privacy display that limits viewing angles to protect on-screen information, and steady video functionality for smoother and more stable video recording.

The Galaxy S26 Series features Dynamic AMOLED displays across the lineup, including a 6.3-inch Galaxy S26, 6.7-inch Galaxy S26+, and 6.9-inch Galaxy S26 Ultra, supporting smooth performance for streaming, gaming and everyday productivity. The devices are available with 12GB RAM and storage options of 256GB or 512GB, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra also offers a 16GB RAM variant with up to 1TB storage for users requiring additional capacity.

The Mahindra Ideal Excellence Awards ceremony, a grand celebration to recognize dealers and other stakeholders of Ideal Motors, was held at the Wave n’ Lake Banquet Hall & Restaurant in Welisara recently.

The event was graced by the presence of special guests including Nalin Welgama, Founder and Chairman Ideal Motors, Dilani Yatawaka, Group Managing Director/CEO Ideal Motors, Nimisha Welgama, Director Legal and Corporate Affairs Ideal Motors, Sachin Arolkar, Head International Operations, Auto Division Mahindra & Mahindra India. Senthil Selvaraju, Head International Operations and Customer Service Automotive Division Mahindra & Mahindra India, Sujeeth Jayant, Country Head Mahindra & Mahindra India and Shitam Kundu, Head Domestic Services Mahindra & Mahindra India.

Also, in attendance from Ideal Motors were Kasun Fernando, General Manager Commercial Vehicle Sales Division, Sameera Bamunuarachchi, Deputy General Manager Spare Parts, Logistics & Inventory and Prasanna Manamperi, Deputy General Manager After Seles Service.

The Excellence Awards ceremony honoured the top sales dealers at the provincial and national levels. Recipients were presented with awards, certificates of merit, and cash prizes in recognition of their achievements. The three best national‑level sales dealers from the various categories were further rewarded with an opportunity to visit Bangkok, Thailand. In addition, special recognition was extended to banks and financial institutions that partner with Ideal Motors.

Speaking at the event, Nalin Welgama Ideal Motors Founder and Chairman said, “When we began our journey with Mahindra in 2009, the previous company had sold 300 vehicles in the country, of which nearly 150 had various defects. At that time our journey began by engaging with the parent company in India and repairing those vehicles free of charge. That commitment has brought us to where we are today. As we believe, our journey truly begins after the sale. We are dedicated to strengthening our customers, and in doing so, strengthening ourselves. That is how we transformed the after‑sales service experience.”

Nanaska, one of Sri Lanka’s leading professional education institutes specialising in the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualification, has strengthened its governance structure with the appointment of two new Non-Executive Directors alongside a reconstituted executive leadership team.

Arj Wignaraja andNiranjan Wijesekera have joined the Board as Non-Executive Directors, bringing extensive experience in strategy, consulting, and large-scale corporate leadership.

Wignaraja brings strong international and strategic expertise, having worked with the Boston Consulting Group in the United States and later serving as Managing Director of Stax Consulting in Sri Lanka. His background in strategy advisory, transformation, and leadership development is expected to add significant value to Nanaska’s long-term growth and governance.

Wijesekera brings more than two decades of C-level leadership experience at MAS Holdings, one of Sri Lanka’s leading multinational organisations. During his tenure, he served as CEO of Prym Intimates, Stretchline and MAS Brands. His deep understanding of governance, operational leadership, and corporate growth will further strengthen the Board.