DoubleTree by Hilton Weerawila Rajawarna Resort marked the beginning of its festive preparations with a Christmas cake mixing ceremony held on the resort’s rooftop, bringing guests and Team Members together against the backdrop of southern Sri Lanka’s sunset. Guests joined the resort’s team in mixing dried fruits, spices and traditional festive ingredients in preparation for…
The Gratiaen Trust Announces the Longlist for the 33rd Annual Gratiaen Prize
16th April 2026, Colombo, Sri Lanka – The Gratiaen Trust, in partnership with John Keells Foundation, and supported by the British Council, proudly announces the longlist for the 33rd annual Gratiaen Prize, Sri Lanka’s most prestigious literary accolade for creative writing in English. This announcement marks the first milestone in this year’s prize cycle, continuing…