Unilever Sri Lanka, a leading force in Sri Lanka’s FMCG sector, emerged as a major winner at the SLIM-Kantar People’s Awards 2026, which recognises the country’s most loved brands based on consumer preference.

The company secured victories across five categories with its popular brands Vaseline, Sunsilk, Signal, Vim, and Sunlight, reaffirming its strong connection with Sri Lankan consumers.

Commenting on the achievement, Chairman Ali Tariq said:

“These awards are based on the voice of Sri Lankan consumers and are therefore a huge source of pride for us. It is a testament to the strength of our brands and our marketing, R&D, supply chain, and sales ecosystems. At Unilever, we play to win.”

The recognition highlights Unilever Sri Lanka’s continued commitment to delivering trusted, high-quality products while maintaining strong brand loyalty across the island.
DFCC Bank PLC Launches Avurudu Card Campaign
DFCC Bank PLC has launched its Avurudu 2026 card campaign, themed “The Most Rewarding Swipe of the Avurudu,” offering customers practical and flexible ways to manage seasonal spending while celebrating with family and loved ones.

Through DFCC Cards, customers can enjoy savings of up to 70% at leading merchants, cashback of up to 3% on eligible transactions, and 0% interest easy payment plans extending up to 48 months. These benefits allow customers to spread the cost of larger purchases while still embracing the traditions, gifting, and shared moments that define the Avurudu season.

The campaign is designed around typical Avurudu spending patterns, including clothing, home-related purchases, dining, travel, and festive gifting, helping customers plan ahead and maximise their budgets.

In addition to savings and flexibility, DFCC Bank’s card portfolio supports secure contactless and online transactions, backed by wide merchant acceptance and integrated fraud protection, ensuring customers can transact with confidence.

Customers are further supported through DFCC Bank’s digital banking platforms, which provide real-time visibility of transactions and account activity, enabling better control over spending during a period when expenses typically increase.

The Avurudu campaign reflects DFCC Bank’s continued focus on being a practical financial partner, delivering solutions that combine flexibility, accessibility, and security during one of the most important festive seasons for Sri Lankan households.
Unilever Sri Lanka Dominates at SLIM-Kantar People’s Awards