Rishini Weeraratne
Rishini Weeraratne is a prominent figure in Sri Lanka’s media industry, with an impressive portfolio spanning journalism, digital media, and content strategy. As the Editor of The Sun (Sri Lanka) and The Weekend Online at the Daily Mirror, she plays a pivotal role in shaping thought-provoking and engaging content. In her capacity as Head of Social Media at Wijeya Newspapers Limited, she oversees the social media strategy for leading platforms, including Daily Mirror Online, Lankadeepa Online, Tamil Mirror Online, HI!! Online, Daily FT Online, Times Online, WNow English, and WNow Sinhala. Beyond her editorial work, Rishini is the author of ‘She Can,’ a widely followed weekly column celebrating the stories of empowered women in Sri Lanka and beyond. Her writing extends to fashion, events, lifestyle, world entertainment news, and trending global topics, reflecting her versatile approach to journalism. Recognized for her contributions to digital media, Rishini was honoured with the Top50 Professional and Career Women’s Global Award in 2023 for Leadership in Digital Media in Sri Lanka by Women in Management, IFC (a member of the World Bank Group), and Australia Aid. In August 2025, she received the Sri Lanka Vanitha-Abhimana Award in the Corporate and Professional Sector, and in October 2025, she was named Legendary Woman of the Year 2025 for Pioneering Digital Media in Sri Lanka. Rishini is also the Ambassador in Sri Lanka for the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR, UK). Under her guidance, her team has achieved significant accolades, including Social Media House of the Year (2020, New Generation Awards), Youth Corporate Award (2021, New Generation Awards) and the Silver Award from YouTube for both Daily Mirror Online and Lankadeepa Online. Currently, Rishini divides her time between London and Colombo, continuing to drive innovation in media while championing powerful storytelling across multiple platforms.
Cinnamon Life Creates Christmas Magic with Lata Pata Vintage
This festive season, Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams, unveils a celebration unlike any other, brought to life in partnership with Lata Pata Vintage. A brand synonymous with circular consumption, pre-loved treasures, and artful upcycling, Lata Pata Vintage has reimagined the property’s signature spaces with touches of whimsy, sustainability, and Sri Lankan luxe.
Sing for Hearts 2025
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Mount Lavinia Hotel Hosts Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
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In Conversation | Nimrita Dadlani | Founder, Pivot
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“Sounds of the Season” Christmas Carol Evening Held at Port City Colombo
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An Evening of Elegance at Amilani Perera’s Flagship Store
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Flower Park Unveils “Floral Debut” at City of Dreams
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In Conversation CHANTAL KHOUEIRY CHIEF CULTURE OFFICER, THE BICESTER COLLECTION
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Dialog Axiata’s Sandra De Zoysa Named Among the “Top 40 Future of CX Leaders 2026”
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The Sunera Foundation commemorated its 25th anniversary with a special musical evening held at the Lionel Wendt Memorial Theatre on 3rd December 2025. The event featured an inspiring performance by renowned artists Rohan de Silva and Sujeeva Hapugalle, who captivated the audience with a blend of classical and contemporary music. The celebration brought together long-standing supporters, well-wishers, and members of the arts community, reflecting
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Lady Hilton Christmas Get-Together
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The HALO Trust: Clearing Paths, Rebuilding Lives In Conversation | James Cowan, CEO and Farzana Baduel, Trustee.
For nearly four decades, The HALO Trust has stood as a beacon of hope in the aftermath of war, restoring safety, dignity, and opportunity to communities once devastated by conflict. Founded in 1988, HALO began with a simple mission: to remove landmines that continue to kill and maim long after the guns fall silent. Today, that mission has evolved to meet shifting frontlines of danger, from Afghanistan to Ukraine, from Angola to Sri Lanka, whereve
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A Christmas Carol – A New Musical by Jehan Aloysius brought festive charm to the Lionel Wendt Theatre, offering audiences a heartfelt retelling of the timeless holiday classic. The production featured enchanting performances, expressive music, and graceful staging, creating a warm and memorable evening for theatre lovers.
We Are a Resilient Island. We Will Rise Again.
Sri Lanka is grieving. In the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, as floodwaters begin to withdraw and the earth settles after devastating landslides, the scale of loss is becoming painfully clear. Homes have vanished under water. Hillsides have collapsed. Thousands have been displaced. And far too many lives have been lost, including that of a courageous Air Force pilot who died in a helicopter crash during a rescue mission. His final act was to save o
