Ceylon Green Life Plantation (CGLP) has marked a significant milestone in its growth journey by launching its first international agricultural venture in Malaysia, reinforcing its commitment to modern, sustainable farming and global market expansion. The company recently announced the commencement of a large-scale greenhouse cultivation project in Malaysia, which is expected to create new opportunities for Sri Lankan agricultural expertise while strengthening regional agricultural collaboration.

Implemented with the support of the Malaysian Government, the initial phase of the project will be carried out on a fifty-acre land allocation. The venture will utilise advanced greenhouse technology, modern cultivation methods and high-yield seed varieties to produce vegetables tailored to the demands of the Malaysian market.

CGLP Founder and Chairman Dr. Malan Francis Peter said the initiative represents a major step towards positioning Sri Lankan agricultural knowledge and expertise on the international stage. “This project provides access to advanced agricultural technologies, improved cultivation practices and a ready market for produce. It creates opportunities not only for our organisation but also for Sri Lankan farmers and agricultural professionals who can benefit from international exposure and knowledge transfer,” he said.

BeWAXed Sri Lanka, a ‘specialist’ waxing brand founded by Durga Kenny in 2013, is expanding rapidly into India, with new branches set to open in several major cities.

“Unlike general salons that offer waxing as a side service, BeWAXed is a brand dedicated exclusively to professional, hygienic waxing,” Kenny says.

” It is also Sri Lanka’s only internationally certified waxing service, with technicians rigorously trained in skin health and technique. The brand already has a presence in the Maldives and now aims to establish itself as a key player in India’s growing beauty sector. BeWAXed also offers its own Goddess Cosmetics skincare range and made history with Sri Lanka’s first waxing-dedicated mobile app, allowing users to book appointments, choose technicians, and access rewards,” she says.

Durga Kenny describes this move as a landmark chapter in the brand’s growth, positioning BeWAXed as one of the few Sri Lankan beauty brands to scale into India so swiftly.

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon, in collaboration with Visa, has rewarded two of its credit cardholders with an extraordinary opportunity to witness the Final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the United States, one of the most coveted events in global sport.

Selected through a special spend drive conducted exclusively for Commercial Bank Visa Platinum, Signature and Infinite credit card holders, the two winners will each travel with a companion to attend the Final match scheduled for 19th July 2026 at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

The campaign considered card spending between 15th March and 10th May 2026, culminating in a draw that identified the two fortunate winners. Each winner will receive two tickets to the FIFA World Cup Final, return business class air tickets to the USA, and a fully paid four-night tour package for two, including luxury accommodation and transfers.

The official prize presentation ceremony was held at the Head Office of Commercial Bank, where the winners were felicitated by the Bank’s senior management together with regional leadership representatives from Visa.