OKI DOKI, a leading Digital Transportation Solutions Provider, and a subsidiary of Expolanka Holdings, secured a Silver Award in the Transport category at the National Logistics Awards 2024. Hosted by the Sri Lanka Logistics and Freight Forwarders’ Association (SLFFA), the prestigious ceremony recognized excellence in the logistics sector, celebrating the achievements of standout industry leaders. The National […]
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Hayleys Fentons Limited was recognised at the prestigious SAFA Best Presented Annual Report Awards 2023. Organised by the South Asian Federation of Accountants (SAFA) in collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka, the ceremony took place in Colombo on 11th November 2024. The event celebrated excellence in financial reporting and corporate governance […]
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First Capital Holdings PLC, a pioneering force in the investment sector, achieved an exceptional milestone at the prestigious SLIM Brand Excellence Awards 2024, where it was honoured with the coveted “Brand of the Year” award—the highest accolade a brand can receive at this esteemed ceremony. This remarkable recognition underscores First Capital Holdings’ unwavering commitment to […]
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Acuity Knowledge Partners (Acuity), a leading provider of bespoke research, analytics and technology solutions to the financial services sector, has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering financial expertise in Sri Lanka through an ongoing partnership with the CFA Society Sri Lanka. Acuity has been the official training partner for the CFA Research Challenge in Sri Lanka […]
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Hayleys Fentons Limited, in collaboration with StarCharge Digital Energy Private Limited, a world leader in Electric Vehicle (EV) charging solutions, is set to revolutionise Sri Lanka’s EV landscape with a robust infrastructure network. This alliance addresses key challenges like range anxiety and accessibility for EV users across the country. By introducing high-capacity, ultra-fast charging stations, […]
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The Event Management Association of Sri Lanka (EMA), successfully hosted the highly anticipated BNS Hadagesma Special Edition Unplugged Musical Concert at the Musaeus College Auditorium on October 13th, 2024. This milestone event, featuring the renowned musical duo Bathiya and Santhush (BNS), achieved a remarkable sell-out, proving the concert’s status as one of the year’s most […]
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Orient Finance PLC, an established player in Sri Lanka’s financial services sector, has announced a remarkable financial performance for the period ended 30th September 2024, reporting significant growth in key financial metrics. For the period under review, the company achieved a net profit of Rs. 186.39 million, reflecting a 300.67% increase compared to the same […]
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Stories of A Heartwarming World, Through Photography On the evening of November 27, the HUAWEI XMAGE Awards 2024 Ceremony & Annual Exhibition took place at Shenzhen Sea World Culture and Art Centre. The grand event was well attended by artistic photographers, media, prize winners, different types of artistic creators, and fans keen on witnessing the […]
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DIMO Academy, the vocational training arm of DIMO, a diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with HomeServe Germany, a leading HVAC company offering installation, home repair, maintenance, and insurance services. This joint endeavor aims to strengthen vocational education in Sri Lanka by providing assured job placements in the thriving German building […]
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The All Island Dairy Association extended its heartfelt congratulations to the new NPP government for winning both recent elections and in particular welcomes the newly appointed Minister of Agriculture, Livestock development, Land & Irrigation – K.D Lal Kantha – while pledging their full support to him. AIDA serves as the central forum for consensus building […]
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DIMO, the leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, recently supplied a Kalmar Reach Stacker to Rank Container Terminals (RCT), a prominent player in the country’s logistics industry. The delivery took place at RCT’s Orugodawaththa facility with the participation of RCT officials, customs officers, and DIMO representatives. The Kalmar Reach Stacker is a versatile and efficient […]
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Huawei’s South Asia Supplier Convention 2024, held at ITC Ratnadipa on 29th November, brought together key partners from Bangladesh, Nepal, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka to explore new opportunities for collaboration and strengthen the region’s partner ecosystem. The event served as a platform to share Huawei’s strategic vision for the coming years, deliver insights into […]
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සිය පාරිභෝගිකයින්ට විශිෂ්ට සේවාවක් ලබාදීම වෙනුවෙන්, නවීකරණය කරන ලද ජනශක්ති ලයිෆ් මැදවච්චිය ශාඛාව නව ස්ථානයකදී යළි විවෘත කරන ලදී. මෙම සුවිශේෂී අවස්ථාව වර්ණවත් කිරීම සඳහා ජනශක්ති ලයිෆ් හි අධ්යක්ෂ සහ ප්රධාන විධායක නිලධාරී රවී ලියනගේ සහ නියෝජ්ය ප්රධාන විධායක නිලධාරී නිරන්ජන් තංගරාජා සහභාගී වූ අතර පාරිභෝගිකයින්ට ගුණාත්මක සේවාවක් ලබාදීමට සමාගම දරන උත්සාහය මෙහිදී මනාව පිළිඹිබු […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, has recently partnered with Sarvodaya Development Finance (SDF) to provide accessibility to high-quality agricultural equipment for small and medium-scale farmers. The objective of this partnership is to elevate the agriculture industry’s mechanization to further develop efficiency and productivity. Through this agreement, Sarvodaya Development Finance will provide special […]
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China Unicom Beijing and Huawei held an event, “5G Capital on the Way – Lighting Up Beijing with 5G-Advanced,” to announce their deployment of the world’s first large-scale integrated 5G-Advanced intelligent network. The network supports a world-leading 5G-Advanced smart commercial complex, with high- and low-band integrated networking, at the Workers’ Stadium. Furthermore, a benchmark was […]
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Hayleys PLC இன் துணை நிறுவனமும், உலகளாவிய கூட்டாண்மைகள் மூலம் முதன்மையான மற்றும் விரிவான தொழில்துறை தீர்வுகளை வழங்கும் முன்னணி நிறுவனமுமான ஹேலீஸ் எவன்சுரா (Hayleys Aventura), கொமர்ஷல் வங்கி வாடிக்கையாளர்களுக்கு எளிதான கட்டணத் திட்டங்களை வழங்குவதற்காக அவ்வங்கியுடன் ஒரு கூட்டாண்மையை ஏற்படுத்தியுள்ளது. இந்த எளிதான கட்டணத் திட்டமானது, வாடிக்கையாளர்களுக்கு Hayleys Aventura தயாரிப்புகள் மற்றும் சேவை வழங்கல்களில் 60 மாதங்கள் வரையான நீடிக்கப்பட்ட மீள் செலுத்தும் காலத்தை வழங்குகிறது. கிரண்ட்போஸ் (Grundfos) நீர்ப் பம்பிகள், மின்பிறப்பாக்கிகள், […]
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The Malalasekera Foundation proudly launched “Professor Gunapala Malalasekera: A Photographic Portrait“ today, commemorating the 125th birth anniversary of the legendary scholar and cultural advocate, Professor Gunapala Piyasena Malalasekera. Authored by the Venerable Wetara Mahinda Thero after eight years of meticulous research, the book is a heartfelt tribute to Professor Malalasekera’s unparalleled contributions to education, Buddhism, […]
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விரிவான மனிதவள முகாமைத்துவம் (HR), சம்பளப்பட்டியல் (Payroll) மற்றும் வணிக மென்பொருள் தீர்வுகளின் முன்னணி வழங்குநரான GalleryHR நிறுவனமானது, அனைத்தும் ஒன்றிணைந்த தமது HR சேவை தீர்வை, இலங்கையின் முன்னணி மூன்றாம் தரப்பு போக்குவரத்து சேவைகள் வழங்குநரும், தொழில்துறையில் தமது புத்தாக்க கண்டுபிடிப்புகள் மற்றும் விசேடத்துவத்திற்கு பெயர் பெற்ற நிறுவனமுமான John Keells Logistics (PVT) LTD (JKLL) இற்கு வெற்றிகரமாக அறிமுகப்படுத்தியுள்ளதை அறிவிப்பதில் மகிழ்ச்சி அடைகிறது. உலகத் தரம் வாய்ந்த மனிதவளத் தீர்வுகளை வழங்குவதற்கும், பல்வேறு […]
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Huawei and key TECH4ALL partners showcased the growing role of Huawei’s TECH4ALL initiative in Europe’s digital and green transformation at Huawei Connect Paris 2024. The TECH4ALL Forum on day one of Huawei Connect explored several new and existing TECH4ALL projects and the value these are creating in driving sustainable development for the benefit of both people […]
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The National Cancer Institute of Sri Lanka (NCISL) recently launched its all-new website, www.helpapeksha.com with the gracious presence of Dr.P.G.Mahipala-Secretary of Ministry of Health, Dr. Asela Gunawardena – Director General of Health Services of Ministry of Health, Mr. Shevan Goonetilleke-the Chief Executive Officer of MillenniumIT ESP, Mr.Channa de Silva-Chief Executive Officer of LankaPay (Pvt) Ltd, […]
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By Fauzaan Farook, Director, Digital Marketing Services, Acuity Knowledge Partners Sri Lanka Ever-evolving digital marketing has gained material traction as a career option in recent times. Businesses’ bias for the digital medium has, unsurprisingly, made digital marketing one of the fields with the highest potential, widening the scope for followers of this practice. Consequently, it […]
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–Appoints Jeevan Gnanam as Managing Director– Sigiri.Ai founded by Lasitha Gunasinghe has introduced a groundbreaking development for Sri Lanka’s digital landscape: the first-ever Sinhala and native Tamil Large Language Models (LLMs). This pioneering step brings advanced natural language processing to local languages, offering new levels of accessibility and engagement for Sinhala and Tamil speakers. The […]
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In alignment with its vision to enhance the lives of all Sri Lankans through innovative financial solutions, First Capital recently partnered with Room to Read for the second consecutive year to host a special school visit on October 11th, coinciding with the International Day of the Girl. Employees of First Capital organized this event as […]
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Nations Trust Bank PLC reported a strong performance for the nine months ending 30th September 2024, achieving a Profit After Tax (PAT) of LKR 12 Bn, up 29% YoY. Hemantha Gunetilleke, Director & Chief Executive Officer of Nations Trust Bank, stated, “The Bank’s results for the nine months ending 30th September 2024 reflect our sustained […]
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Themed Accelerating Net5.5G, Striding to Intelligence, the Net5.5G Intelligent IP Network Summit was held during the Ultra-Broadband Forum (UBBF) 2024. World-leading carriers, industry organizations, government agencies, and device vendors gathered at the summit to share pioneering use cases in Net5.5G IP network evolution and industry digital transformation. The global Net5.5G Pioneer Program was also launched, […]
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Classic Travel Pvt Limited has been honored as Sri Lanka’s Leading Travel Agency at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2024, held in Kathmandu, Nepal. This prestigious recognition reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional travel experiences and outstanding service to its valued clients. This year’s SATA attracted over 400 nominations across multiple categories, celebrating remarkable […]
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Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited announces its Silver award win at Dragons of Sri Lanka, part of the esteemed Dragons of Asia 2024, for its flagship campaign “Live a Life Full of Light”. This accolade highlights Hayleys Solar’s dedication to excellence in marketing communications and its mission to promote renewable […]
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Marking a milestone in its illustrious journey, Alumex PLC, a trailblazer in the aluminum extrusion industry, proudly inaugurated its revolutionary ‘Ascend’ facility on 26th September 2024 in Sri Lanka, setting a new benchmark in production efficiency and technological advancement. Strengthening its market presence, the new state-of-the-art facility embodies a giant step forward in Alumex’s commitment to innovation, quality and […]
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GalleryHR, a leading provider of comprehensive HR, Payroll, and Enterprise software solutions, is thrilled to announce the successful launch of its all-in-one HR service solution for John Keells Logistics (PVT) LTD (JKLL), ), one of Sri Lanka’s leading third-party logistics providers, known for its innovation and excellence in the industry. This significant achievement reflects SoftGallery‘s […]
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Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd., a subsidiary of Abans Group, and Sri Lanka’s leading provider of integrated waste management solutions, was honored with the Silver Award in the “Best Managed Project in Green Outcome” category at the National Project Management Excellence Awards (NPME) 2024. This recognition honors the company’s impactful “Plastic Pelletizing Project,” which effectively processes 35,000 […]
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DIMO Healthcare, DIMO’s healthcare arm, together with Siemens Healthineers, has once again demonstrated its commitment to further advancing cancer treatment in Sri Lanka by introducing the latest version of the Siemens CT Simulator, SOMATOM go.Sim, accompanied with AI-enabled tools for enhanced patient outcomes. The installation of this state-of-the-art CT Simulator at the Ceylinco Cancer Centre […]
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At the Global Mobile Broadband Forum 2024 (MBBF 2024), Cao Ming, Vice President of Huawei and President of Huawei’s Wireless Solution, launched 5G-AA solutions. Cao said: “Mobile AI is changing our lives. The arising new connections and services pose increasingly higher requirements on networks. Huawei’s 5G-AA 10 solutions build multidimensional ultimate network capabilities through the full-series Advanced […]
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Diva, the flagship laundry brand of Hemas Consumer Brands and a beacon of innovation, proudly announces its latest product, Diva Fresh Gardenia & Rose Detergent Powder. This new variant is infused with Advanced Perfume Technology, to combat persistent malodours, which is one of the most pressing issues (pain points) that consumers face when doing laundry. […]
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AuthorizedHQ (AHQ), a value-added distributor for IT products, recently announced the opening of their new headquarters. The all-new office opened its doors on 25th July 2024, on the 6th floor of Access Tower I, on Union Place, Colombo 2. This new headquarters is expected to serve as the central hub for AuthorizedHQ’s IT product distribution. […]
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Neptune Recyclers, a forerunner in Sri Lanka’s sustainability landscape, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), under USAID’s Oceans Plastics Reduction Activity. This partnership will improve waste collection systems, enhance recycling capabilities, and foster collaboration between public and private sectors in support of USAID’s broader efforts […]
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Hilton Sri Lanka Celebrates Prestigious Honors at the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2024 Hilton Sri Lanka has once again demonstrated its leadership in premium hospitality, taking home an impressive 12 awards across four properties at the prestigious World Luxury Hotel Awards gala held in Bali, Indonesia. The accolades serve as a testament to the brand’s […]
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The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) pleased announces the appointment of Anitra Perera as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 2024. With a distinguished career in education, strategic consulting, and leadership, Ms. Perera brings a wealth of experience that will be instrumental in advancing the mission of SLID. Anitra Perera is a […]
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The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, a leader in the herbal personal care sector, recently held the ‘Swadeshi Star Sales Awards 2023/24’ ceremony at the Jetwing Blue, Negombo. The event was designed to recognise excellence in sales, and reward top performers across the general and modern trade categories. Key business partners who contributed to the success […]
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The countdown to Christmas has officially begun at Pegasus Reef, where the much-anticipated Annual Cake Mixing Ceremony kicked off the hotel’s festive celebrations in a uniquely tropical style! This beloved tradition marks the start of an exciting holiday season, inviting guests from near and far to celebrate amidst a picturesque, beachfront setting. As chefs paraded […]
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Transitioning to a dynamic, interactive platform, Alumex PLC, the No.1 and most trusted Aluminum Extrusion brand in Sri Lanka, has proudly relaunched its official website, www.alumexgroup.com powered by AI, designed to provide a convenient, personalised experience. The new website features intuitive navigation that prioritises both aesthetics and usability, highlighting Alumex’s innovative and cutting-edge portfolio. Featuring improved navigation and […]
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Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s leading provider of integrated waste management solutions, recently inaugurated the Tissamaharama Material Recovery Facility, marking a significant milestone in its fight against plastic waste. This facility, launched in partnership with Gunadamin Elephant House , the CSR arm of Ceylon Cold Stores Elephant House – Beverages, underscores Cleantech’s unwavering commitment to […]
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Huawei released the telecom industry’s first All-Optical Network Technical and Application White Paper for Smart Hotel at a forum called “Digital Smart Hotels, Creating Ultimate Experience for Guests.” The white paper describes the trends and challenges in networking smart hotels, and introduces the Fiber to the Office (FTTO) all-optical network design and application solution for smart hotels. The […]
Continue ReadingDuring GITEX GLOBAL 2024, Huawei announced its fully-upgraded Xinghe Intelligent Network Solution and more than 20 all-new AI network products for markets outside China at the IP Club Carnival themed “Xinghe Intelligent Network, Accelerate Industrial Digitalization and Intelligence”. These purpose-built offerings help enterprise customers of all sizes to accelerate their digital and intelligent transformation. In […]
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Stripes and Checks (Pvt) Ltd, a leading menswear clothing brand in Sri Lanka, proudly announces the opening of its 5th showroom at Colombo City Centre, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. Founded in 2014 by Gajan Vinothan, Kalana Jayasuriya, and Udara Rathnayake, Stripes and Checks has grown to become a key player in […]
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PR Wire Sri Lanka (PRW), a member of the Wire Communication Consultancy Holdings Group (WCCG), announced a strategic partnership with LexAG – Legal Consultants, a renowned legal consultancy firm based in Colombo, Sri Lanka, further enhancing its service portfolio into policy advisory services. This collaboration represents a significant milestone for PR Wire as it expands […]
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Diva Dathata Diriyak Women Entrepreneurial Skills Development Programme is a collaborative effort by Diva, one of the leading laundry brands in Sri Lanka from Hemas Consumer Brands and Women in Management (WIM) to support and empower women entrepreneurs island wide. The 6th regional rollout of this program was successfully concluded in Anuradhapura on the 7th […]
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The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) is set to host the highly anticipated International Director Conference on the 29th of October 2024, at the Oak Room, Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo, from 9.00am to 5.00pm. The event, which will be held under the theme ‘The Courage To be Bold’, has been curated to inspire business […]
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Emerald International, Sri Lanka’s leading menswear brand, proudly announces its partnership with OrphanCare, an independent trust that supports orphaned children transitioning from care homes to adulthood. Through this collaboration, Emerald will donate Rs. 100 from every product sold under its Casual clothing categories, ‘Emerald Active’ and ‘Emerald Fashion’. This initiative underscores Emerald’s deep commitment to […]
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Huawei will participate in the GITEX Global 2024, one of the world’s largest technology exhibitions, as a Diamond Sponsor. Huawei will showcase a variety of innovative products and solutions at the exhibition, with the theme “Accelerate Industrial Digitalization and Intelligence”. Huawei will come together with industry customers, partners, thought leaders, and technical experts from around […]
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DIMO Healthcare, the healthcare arm of DIMO, who is also the authorized partner for ZEISS in Sri Lanka, is proud to announce the installation of the groundbreaking ZEISS KINEVO 900 at Lanka Hospitals. This sophisticated visualization system elevates the hospital’s neurosurgical capabilities, ushering in a new era of precision and efficiency. The ZEISS KINEVO 900 […]
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The ‘Diva Dathata Diriyak Entrepreneurial Skills Programme’ is a transformative collaboration between Diva, the flagship laundry care brand of Hemas Consumer Brands and Women in Management (WIM) to support women entrepreneurs in the island. This programme has been successfully conducted in 5 provinces and empowered over 275 women entrepreneurs to develop their businesses. By equipping […]
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Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons launched a children’s storybook, “Sunflower and the Bee” in Sinhala, Tamil and English at the International Book Fair (BMICH) recently, in celebration of International Children’s Day. The book is an initiative by Hayleys Solar to raise awareness about the benefits of solar power for young readers, […]
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Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s leading weft knitted fabric manufacturer, recently celebrated the unwavering commitment of its employees at the prestigious “Sewa Abhiman” Loyalty Awards ceremony. The event held at the Regent Country Club in Malabe, recognized the dedication and contributions of Ocean Lanka’s workforce who have been a part of the organization for […]
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The rise of Hemas Consumer Brands (HCB) is a success story in the home and personal care segment in Sri Lanka. Its powerful local brands have repeatedly proven themselves to be the proverbial ‘David’, standing up fearlessly against the ‘Goliath’ of multinational FMCG companies. HCB’s brands have not only competed successfully but also captured competitors’ […]
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Hilton properties in Colombo are thrilled to announce two exciting culinary events in October 2024, celebrating Bavarian and Thai cuisine. Guests are invited to partake in these vibrant celebrations, each offering a unique cultural and culinary experience. Hilton Colombo Oktoberfest Hilton Colombo brings back its highly anticipated annual Oktoberfest, from 24 October to 2 November […]
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Asia-Pacific Digital Talent Summit 2024 co-hosted by Huawei, ASEAN Foundation, and SEAMEO The 2024 Asia-Pacific Digital Talent Summit successfully brought together government leaders including Secretary-General of ASEAN, Minister of Ministry of Post and Telecommunications of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Education of Brunei Darussalam, industry experts, professionals from academy and 130+ […]
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BCT to develop further and market Temenos Country Model Banks, providing enhanced local functionality and service capability for financial institutions in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Philippines, Taiwan Temenos (SIX: TEMN) today announced that it has signed a Multi-Country Model Bank development agreement with Bahwan CyberTek (BCT), a global digital transformation company. Temenos Country […]
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Janashakthi Life, a leading life insurance provider in Sri Lanka, is pleased to announce exceptional financial results for the first-half of 2024. The company achieved record-breaking growth across key performance indicators, with a notable 45% increase in Gross Written Premiums (GWP) compared to the period under review in 2023. This significant growth reflects the company’s […]
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Huawei held the Global Partner Roundtable and Global Partners’ Night, themed Grow Together, Win the Intelligent Era, on September 18, and presented the Huawei Outstanding Partner Awards 2024 to partners who have made outstanding contributions in different industries. This year, there were 14 award categories, with 90 partners being recognized. Among the awards, 60 were […]
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Huawei announced the implementation stage of the Technology-enabled Open Schools for All Phase II project in Brazil, Egypt, and Thailand at Digital Learning Week, UNESCO’s flagship event on digital learning and the transformation of education. Running from 2024 to 2027, Phase II of the UNESCO-Huawei initiative will support the digital transformation of education in each of […]
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Oki Doki, a leading provider of digital transportation solutions with a global footprint, and a fully-owned subsidiary of Expolanka Holdings, has partnered with the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Sri Lanka (CILT) as its Gold Sponsor for all events for the financial year 2024-2025. Expolanka Holdings is also the holding company of EFL Global, a prominent […]
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The first European Girls’ Olympiad in Informatics (EGOI) supported by Huawei concluded on July 27th. Throughout the event, the company’s researchers and executives offered inspiring mentorships and support to EGOI participants. EGOI, a spin-off from the renowned International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI), is a programming competition designed for female students, mostly high-school age, from across […]
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Orient Finance has achieved a significant turnaround in its financial performance for the year 2023/24, recording a Profit after Tax of LKR 348.53 million—an impressive growth of 584% compared to the previous year’s loss of LKR 72 million. Total assets increased by 17% to LKR 20,477 million, reflecting accelerated growth that has surpassed industry average […]
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With 329 Microservices, 175 APIs and 535 Events, eMACH.ai empowers banks to design and compose future-ready technology solutions Intellect Design Arena Ltd, the World’s only Enterprise Grade Financial Technology Leader in Composable and Intelligent solutions for progressive Global Financial Institutions,announces the launch of eMACH.ai tailored specifically for the Sri Lankan financial landscape. With an impressive […]
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In Sri Lanka, the momentum towards a robust digital economy is accelerating, fuelled by the innovative contributions of young ICT talents. State universities play a key role in this transformation, equipping students with the necessary resources and platforms to excel in the rapidly evolving technology sector. This supportive environment allows Sri Lankan students to showcase […]
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Link Natural Products, a pioneer in herbal health care industry, is proud to announce that its flagship herbal drink, Swastha Amurtha, is now available on Costco Online in Japan. This significant milestone marks a major expansion of the brand’s global presence. Swastha Amurtha, a 100% natural herbal drink, is formulated with Nelli and Rasakinda. The […]
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Classic Travel Pvt Limited has achieved a significant milestone by being named the Best Travel Agency for Sri Lanka at the prestigious World Travel Awards ceremony held in Manila. This distinguished recognition underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence, reinforcing its status as a pioneer and trendsetter in the Sri Lankan outbound travel industry. For […]
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The Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) played host to COMPLAST & RUBEXPO 2024, from the 30th of August 2024 to the 1st of September 2024. The event is organized by SMART Expos & Fairs India Pvt Ltd and co-organized by the Plastics and Rubber Institute of Sri Lanka (PRISL), with support from the Industrial […]
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VegVoyages Foundation, Vegan Travel Asia, Animal Climate and Health Save Foundation India, The Save Movement, and Thrive Philanthropy in collaboration with Sri Lanka Tourism, have extended their offer of a plant-based culinary course/workshop, tailored specifically for Sri Lanka in both Sinhala and English languages. These workshops are open to the public and are held on […]
Continue ReadingThe Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts together with Cinnamon Nature Trails proudly hosted the second annual ‘The Gathering of Giants’ event at Cinnamon Habarana Complex from August 9th to 11th, 2024, in partnership with Seylan Bank, attracting wildlife enthusiasts, conservationists, and nature lovers from around the world. The event, which centred around the awe-inspiring elephant gathering […]
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For over forty years, Link Natural has been a trusted name in ensuring a healthy lifestyle for both local and global consumers. Specializing in herbal medicines and personal-care products created by blending trusted Ayurvedic wisdom with modern science, the brand has once again played a pivotal role by aiding the performers and spectators of the […]
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In honor of the resort’s first milestone, Hilton Yala is launching two impactful community outreach initiatives aimed at enhancing the local environment and supporting the Hilton Yala Resort, nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka’s renowned Yala National Park, celebrates its first anniversary on 31 August 2024. In commemoration of this milestone and in alignment […]
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Clogard, one of the most trusted names in Sri Lankan oral care, is proud to reintroduce Clogard Pancha Shakthi, a new herbal toothpaste specially formulated to offer multiple benefits of all-natural ingredients. This reflects Clogard’s unparalleled commitment to providing consumers with comprehensive and multi-beneficial oral care solutions. The all-new Clogard Pancha Shakthi is formulated to […]
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Neptune Recyclers, the nation’s leading enabler of recyclable waste management, recently reached a significant milestone, by receiving the Gold Award at the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Summit 2024, organised by the Colombo University MBA Alumni Association, at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo on 6th August 2024. The prestigious award was presented by His Excellency […]
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Huawei Sri Lanka recently marked a significant achievement with Sri Lanka reaching a total solar energy capacity of 1 gigawatt (GW) by 2024. This milestone was celebrated at an event held on August 15, 2024, at the Shangri-La Colombo, which gathered government officials and stakeholders to highlight the collaborative efforts in the renewable energy sector. […]
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China Unicom Beijing and Huawei have deployed an ultra-large-scale commercial 5.5G 3CC network in Beijing that covers more than 70% of the area within the city’s 4th Ring Road. The operator has achieved comprehensive 5.5G coverage for stadiums, metro stations and tunnels, residential areas, scenic spots, business districts, and universities in key areas within the […]
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Blue Lotus 360, a growing cloud SaaS ERP solution provider for SMEs in Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom, and Canada, has announced that it has become a reseller for Acumatica, one of the fastest-growing cloud-based SaaS ERP companies, which is highly rated for customer satisfaction and is best rated on Gartner’s Magic Quadrant Award, supporting […]
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Baby Cheramy is pleased to announce the successful completion of the first phase of its project at Castle Street Hospital for Women, the premier hospital for women in Sri Lanka. With the objective of ensuring that parents enjoy a more comfortable and pleasant experience while visiting the hospital, Baby Cheramy has installed comprehensive and informative […]
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DIMO Healthcare recently donated an additional workstation for the Siemens Healthineers 3 Tesla MRI Scanner at Jaffna Teaching Hospital expediting MRI report generation, for faster diagnosis that facilitates informed decisions on treatment plans for medical practitioners. The healthcare arm of the leading diversified conglomerate DIMO, also known as DIMO Healthcare Installed the Siemens Healthineers 3 […]
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CPA Australia, one of the world’s largest professional accounting organizations with over 173,000 members in over 100 countries, hosted ‘The President’s Cocktail’ in Colombo. The event was graced by the presence of Chief Guest, Hon. Dr. Susil Premajayantha, Minister of Education, and Guests of Honour, Professor Sampath Amaratunge, Chairman of the University Grants Commission, and […]
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The Kelaniya Toastmasters Club hosted its highly anticipated fourth officer installation and new member induction ceremony on 27th July 2024 at the prestigious Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo. Held under the theme “To Infinity and Beyond,” the event symbolized the club’s unwavering commitment to personal growth and excellence, promising to propel its […]
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During the TM Forum Digital Transformation World (DTW) 2024 summit convened in Copenhagen, Denmark, Huawei and China Mobile were awarded the “People and Planet” Excellence Award in recognition of their outstanding innovation and implementation of a Zero Carbon Ocean 5G Coverage and Ocean Care. The awarded project demonstrates how Huawei and China Mobile have deeply integrated 5G, […]
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DIMO, a pioneer in the automobile industry and the exclusive Authorized General Distributor for Mercedes-Benz in Sri Lanka marks a new era in the luxury vehicle market with the Mercedes-Benz EQ range, facilitating an authentic experience of sustainable automotive luxury while upholding the highest ethical standards and compliance with national regulations. Leading the charge in […]
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LB Finance PLC, a premier non-banking financial powerhouse in Sri Lanka and Myanmar, has announced a transformative alliance with Huawei to overhaul its core banking infrastructure. This strategic collaboration is set to elevate LB Finance’s extensive suite of services, including Digital Wallets, Digital Banking, Loans, Leasing, Savings & Deposits, Microfinance, and Payment Cards, leveraging Huawei’s […]
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Huawei Kepler Platform OptiX OSN 9800 K36 has been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Design Award 2024. This recognition highlights the product’s design excellence in digital intelligence, ultra-high capacity, innovative dual 3D orthogonal architecture, ultra-high integration, and ultra-strong intelligence. These features enable the subrack to seamlessly combine high-quality design with advanced functionality. Huawei OptiX OSN […]
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A high-level delegation from CPA Australia, including board members and representatives from international markets, recently concluded a successful visit to Sri Lanka. The delegation’s primary focus was on establishing strong relationships with local governments, professional bodies, universities, and banking institutions. “We’re excited to be expanding our presence in Sri Lanka,” said Professor Dale Pinto (FCPA), […]
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Asian Paints Causeway, nation’s leading premium auto and emulsion paint brands has entered a strategic partnership with Pit Pass, Sri Lanka’s largest digital content platform for automobiles and racing. This is a groundbreaking collaboration as it is the first time in Sri Lankan history that a multinational coating brand has signed a co-branding agreement with […]
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Hayleys Fentons, the first and largest company in Sri Lanka in the MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) sector, contracted with Advantis 3PL Plus, the market leader in Third Party Logistics (3PL), fire protection and detection system for the warehouse, a mezzanine area of 2800 square metres, and additional storage space of 8300 square metres. This […]
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The Overseas School of Colombo (OSC) is no stranger to setting exemplary standards in environmental education and sustainable practices and has earned many notable distinctions in recent times. OSC has yet again earned aremarkable global recognition, this time being the only school in the world to be awarded the prestigious MSA Programme of Distinction in […]
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Neptune Recyclers, Sri Lanka’s foremost enabler of recyclable waste management, has been honoured with a Bronze Award in the ‘Solid Waste Recovery/Recycling’ Category at the recent Presidential Environment Awards 2024. The prestigious event was graced by His Excellency President Ranil Wickremesinghe, organised by the Central Environment Authority and was held on the 28th of June […]
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The inaugural cohort of the Generation Connect Young Leadership Programme (GCYLP) fellows completed their development week in Switzerland. The GCYLP, an initiative launched by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in partnership with Huawei, supports 30 fellows each year for a period of three years. Aged 18-28, the fellows will receive mentorship and financial support in their projects […]
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Blue Lotus 360, a trailblazer in Cloud SaaS ERP solutions for SMEs, is thrilled to announce a game-changing partnership with Platned, a global service provider renowned for its commitment to cutting-edge technology and customer-centric excellence. This strategic alliance, coupled with another significant investment from Australia where John Keells shares have been acquired, signifies a pivotal […]
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Subsidiary, Nex-Gen Engineering Studio wins Gold award in small Category and ‘Runner Up’ in other services’ sector Building on a century of engineering excellence, Hayleys Fentons scored a triple win at the National Business Excellence Awards 2024. Showcasing its enduring legacy and innovative approach to engineering, the team once again became the winner in its […]
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The Sri Lanka Retailer’s Association (SLRA) held its 7th Annual General Meeting at Hilton Residencies on the 19th of July 2024. Outgoing President Mr. Charitha Subasinghe, opened proceedings with his address, during which he stated, “The Jan 2023 to Jan 2024 the price increases of products were about 60% higher. This has led to the contraction of […]
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Huawei received the GeSI Digital with Purpose (DWP) Award 2024 and the DWP Biodiversity Award 2024 yesterday for its automated filtering system designed to protect wild Atlantic salmon in Norway. Developed under Huawei’s TECH4ALL initiative with local partners Berlevåg Hunter and Fishermen’ s Association (BJFF), Simula Consulting, and Troll Systems, the award-winning solution is able to recognize different fish […]
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A mother’s touch is essential for the baby to thrive – and keeping this in mind, Baby Cheramy’s baby soap have been created to be gentle and safe, second only to a mother’s touch. For over six decades, Baby Cheramy products have been nurturing generations of babies to be healthy and safe, helping them to […]
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During the 2024 Huawei User Group Meeting (HUGM), Sun Rui, President of Huawei Wireless Solution R&D, launched the Apollo version — the world’s first commercial 5.5G version based on 3GPP Release 18. As the first global standard for 5.5G networks, Release 18 is widely expected to be the critical catalyst that will enable new value […]
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Month-long Celebration Features Rich and Diverse Sri Lankan, Indian, and East Asian Cuisines with Live Stations and Free-Flowing Beverages Hilton Colombo presents a month-long celebration of Asian flavors, showcasing the rich and diverse tastes of Sri Lankan, Indian, and East Asian cuisines. Guests are invited to embark on a gastronomic journey, enjoying expertly crafted dishes […]
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Classic Destinations, the inbound travel arm of Classic Travel, is proud to announce that it was recently awarded a Silver Award in the Hospitality and Tourism Sector at the prestigious National Business Excellence Awards 2024. This recognition highlights Classic Destinations’ commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions within the Sri Lankan tourism industry. Organized […]
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CoinCeylon, in collaboration with IntersectMBO, has marked a significant milestone in the blockchain landscape by launching the first Intersect Community Hub in South Asia, here in Sri Lanka. This landmark event, held at the Royal Colombo Golf Club, united blockchain enthusiasts, developers, diplomats, and industry leaders, all committed to promoting innovation, collaboration, and governance within […]
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Unilever Sri Lanka, a renowned leader in sustainable business practices, secured the coveted Gold Award in the Clean Energy for Productive Uses category at the inaugural International Symposium on Green Industry Initiative for Sustainable Industrial Development (ISGSD 2024). This prestigious recognition celebrates Unilever Sri Lanka’s groundbreaking achievements in implementing innovative clean energy solutions that deliver […]
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First Capital Holdings PLC, a member of the Janashakthi Group, was honoured with the “Technology Resilient Company of the Year 2024” award in the capital markets sector at the inaugural Digital Trust Awards 2024, organized by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Sri Lanka. The company states that this recognition showcases their contribution […]
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In a ground-breaking achievement, OKI DOKI, a leading transport service provider, proudly announces its attainment of the ISO 14064-1:2018 Certification, also known as the Carbon Conscious Certificate. This milestone positions OKI DOKI as the first transport service provider in Sri Lanka to receive this prestigious recognition, underscoring the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability and carbon-conscious […]
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The 2024 Esala festivals of the Kataragama Kiri Vehera and the Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Devalaya, two important places of worship in Sri Lanka, are being illuminated by The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC the pioneer herbal – personal care products manufacturer. The illumination is done under the theme of “Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya” The on-going […]
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During TM Forum’s annual Digital Transformation World (DTW), Huawei, in collaboration with China Mobile, was honored with the “Best Moonshot Catalyst-Attendees’ Choice Award” for their pioneering “GenAI for AN” project. Presented by TM Forum, the Catalyst Awards acknowledge telecom operators and their partners for their contribution to industry innovation. The awards serve as a testament to the […]
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Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), one of South Asia’s oldest automotive associations, recently held its 104th Annual General Meeting (AGM). The event was held under the auspices of Chief Guest Mr. Duminda Hulangamuwa, Chairman of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. The event was attended by over 140 dignitaries comprising of the government sector, diplomatic missions […]
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Technomedics International (Private) Limited, a leading provider of medical and healthcare solutions in Sri Lanka, is proud to announce a significant achievement at the 2024 National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA). The company secured a Gold Award in the Healthcare & Related Services Sector, demonstrating their exceptional commitment to quality and innovation within the Sri Lankan […]
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Halpé Tea, a subsidiary of Vella Group of Companies has reaffirmed its commitment to quality and excellence by securing the ‘Runner Up in the Food & Beverage Manufacturing Sector’ Award at the National Business Excellence Awards 2024. The awards ceremony was organised by the National Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka. This recognition underscores Halpé […]
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TVET Career Platform Project Reaches 70 Institutes and 200 CGOs UBION, a Korean Edtech company along with Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), have partnered with Sri Lanka’s Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) to advance the TVET Career Platform Project. The aim of this initiative is to enhance the competencies and professional standards of Career […]
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Signal, the leading oral care brand, served as the prime sponsor for the Sri Lanka Dental Association’s (SLDA) successful 91st Year Annual Scientific Session, which concluded on June 28th, 2024. Held under the theme “Novelty, Innovation & Technology,” the event brought together leading dental professionals from across Sri Lanka for three days of knowledge sharing, […]
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) together with the Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SEA) under the Ministry of Power and Energy (MOPE), the Tea Smallholders Development Authority (TSHDA) under the Ministry of Plantation Industries (MOPI), the University of Peradeniya and Hayleys Solar inaugurated Sri Lanka’s first-ever semi-transparent Solar PV-powered Agrivoltaics Demonstration Project. Innovation at its […]
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Associated Motorways (Private) Limited (AMW), in partnership with Yamaha Outboard Motors (OBM) has recently contributed a generous donation of 10 personal computers to St. Roches College in Ambakanadawila, Chilaw. This initiative underscores the commitment of AMW to support education and give back to the communities who have supported them over the years. The Ambakanadawila community […]
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Classic Travel, a leading name in the hospitality and tourism sector was recognised with the title of the “Most Technology Resilient Company” at the recently held inaugural ISACA Sri Lanka Digital Trust Awards ceremony. The ISACA is a worldwide association that solely focusses on assurance, security and governance, and provides global certification in the same. […]
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The Sri Lankan team from Moratuwa University has made history by securing the Second Prize in the Practice Competition – Cloud Track 1 at the Huawei ICT Competition 2023–2024 Global Finals. This marks the first time a team from Sri Lanka has advanced from the National Level to the Regional Level in Indonesia, and finally […]
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ITX360, a technology solutions provider specializing in boosting productivity and innovation across various industries, from telecommunications to the public sector, is thrilled to announce its placement among the prestigious 10 Best Workplaces in Sri Lanka’s Technology Industry for 2024. This recognition comes from the esteemed independent analysts at Great Place to Work® in Sri Lanka. […]
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Huawei unveiled an AI integration plan for networks, aimed at enhancing productivity through an ecosystem of RAN Intelligent Agents. The initial phase targets training 1,000 site engineers and deploying solutions across 10,000 sites across Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Bangkok, Jinan, and Shenzhen within a half year. At the MWC Shanghai 2024, Huawei’s Vice President and Chief Marketing […]
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Orderhub, one of the new innovative modules of Blue Lotus 360 ERP designed for seamless online order management, has been awarded the prestigious National Award for Best Innovative Product/Project in E-commerce & Retail at the SLASSCOM Ingenuity Awards 2024. This award ceremony, held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, celebrated the most innovative technologies and minds […]
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During a recent meeting with Sri Lankan journalists at the Adani Group’s global corporate headquarters, Anil Sardana, Managing Director of Adani Power Ltd, and Adani Energy Solutions Ltd, who is also heading the Adani Green Energy’s Sri Lanka project, highlighted Sri Lanka’s significant potential in renewable energy. Sardana, emphasized the country’s ability to harness solar, […]
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First Capital Holdings PLC, a member of the Janashakthi Group, is pleased to announce key appointments to its Board of Directors, effective June 28, 2024. Veteran banker Rajendra Theagarajah has been appointed as the Chairman. Joining him are Inoshini Perera, Rachini Rajapaksa, and Dilendra Wimalasekere as new members of the Board. The appointment of Rajendra […]
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MINISO, one of the world’s leading lifestyle retail brands, is on a mission to make your life more convenient and joyful than ever before. With its rejuvenated fresh outlook on life, Miniso is bringing a double dose of fun, positivity, and excitement into Sri Lankan shoppers. Abans, the master franchise holder for Miniso in Sri […]
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Singhagiri (Pvt) Ltd. a leading company in Sri Lanka for consumer durables, with a heritage of over 50 years, is excited to announce that the addition of CANDY products to its portfolio. CANDY is a leading European appliance brand, who’s refrigerators and washing machines will be sold exclusively by Singhagiri. Unlike other household appliances that […]
Continue ReadingAt MWC Shanghai 2024, Huawei hosted the Global Launch of 5G-A Pioneers Program. The event, themed “driving shared success with 5G-A”, brought together pioneering 5G operators from around the world, including China’s “big three”, as well as HKT, du, and Oman Telecommunications. At the event, they discussed how to drive the high-quality development of 5G-A […]
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the demise of Dato’ Dr. Tan Hian-Tsin, the visionary founder of Crocodile. His pioneering spirit and unwavering dedication have shaped Crocodile into the iconic brand it is today, leaving an indelible mark in the fashion industry. In 1947, Dato’ Dr. Tan Hian-Tsin, alongside his elder brother, established […]
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Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts introduces ‘The Gathering of Giants,’ an immersive educative weekend from 9th – 11th August 2024 at Cinnamon Habarana Complex, a unique event aimed to transform the annual natural phenomenon of the world’s largest gathering of Asian elephants – the ‘Elephant Gathering’ into a celebrated and educational experience for all. This spectacular […]
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Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, is empowering Sri Lankan families to take control of their energy needs with “Nayak Nowena Nayak” – exclusive financial schemes designed to make solar power affordable for everyone. Given the current economic conditions, electricity bills have become a significant expense for many families. While switching to […]
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Janashakthi Group (JXG) and its key subsidiaries, First Capital Holdings, Janashakthi Life, and Orient Finance, were recently honoured for their contributions to Sri Lanka’s digital landscape at the inaugural Digital Trust Awards 2024, organized by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Sri Lanka. This prestigious awards programme aimed to promote innovation and digital […]
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During the TM Forum Digital Transformation World (DTW) 2024 summit convened in Copenhagen, Denmark, Huawei and China Mobile were awarded the “People and Planet” Excellence Award in recognition of their outstanding innovation and implementation of a Zero Carbon Ocean 5G Coverage and Ocean Care. The awarded project demonstrates how Huawei and China Mobile have deeply integrated 5G, […]
Continue ReadingThe Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, manufacturer and marketer of Swadeshi Khomba for eight decades obtained several enjoining orders against Care Trust International (Pvt) Ltd., for violation through its product, of the intellectual property rights of its Swadeshi Khomba. The Commercial High Court of Colombo issued the enjoining order on 14th May 2024. Swadeshi is […]
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MTN South Africa (hereinafter referred to as MTN) and Huawei co-hosted on June 6th IP Day Summit under the theme “Net5.5G Network Development.” The event brought together top experts from MTN’s network planning team and Huawei’s data communications team. They discussed global network construction concepts, latest innovative technologies, and business insights in the IP field, […]
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The ISACA Sri Lanka celebrated digital trust champions at its first-ever Digital Trust Awards ceremony, held on June 13th, 2024, at the Monarch Imperial in Thalawathugoda, Sri Lanka. This first-of-its-kind event aimed to recognize and celebrate organizations and individuals championing digital trust and security within the region. hSenid Business Solutions, a leading Human Capital Management […]
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Huawei launched the 2024 Tech Arena Contests in Europe at Viva Technology, one of Europe’s biggest tech summits, on Friday. Tech Arena, formerly known as Huawei European University Challenge Program, is committed to providing global students outstanding opportunities to test themselves with the latest real-world technology challenges provided by industry. Participants immerse themselves in fields […]
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Nations Trust Bank American Express and Crazy Jets, a leading online travel company part of Inqbaytor Technologies, the preeminent innovator in Sri Lanka’s travel technology space, recently announced a strategic partnership to offer cardholders exclusive savings on their travel bookings. Through this partnership, Nations Trust Bank American Express cardholders can enjoy a 10% cashback on […]
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The government of Sri Lanka and UNDP host an inaugural dialogue in light of ongoing economic recovery efforts The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, Inland Revenue Department, University of Moratuwa, and the National Innovation Agency of Sri Lanka co-convened the first-ever National Tax Dialogue to […]
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Huawei and its partners have won two prestigious awards for cases demonstrating practical applications of AI in industry. First, during the recent AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva on May 30-31, the International Communication Union (ITU) gave an award to Huawei and Hunan Valin Xiangtan Iron and Steel’s for their use case of the Huawei Pangu […]
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Hayleys Fentons, with over a century of excellence in engineering and project management, won the highest number of awards, including the ‘Overall Best Managed Project of the Year’ title at the recent National Project Management Excellence Awards (NPME) Gala 2024. The annual NPME Awards, organised by the Project Management Institute of Colombo, Sri Lanka Chapter, […]
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Huawei and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) jointly hosted the 2024 Tech4Nature Summit on June 5 to mark the commencement of Phase 2 of the Tech4Nature global partnership and further promote innovation in nature conservation. Aligned with Huawei’s TECH4ALL initiative and IUCN’s Green List, Tech4Nature represents the joint vision of both partners to develop technological […]
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Gabo Travels, in partnership with Trafalgar, recently hosted an exclusive event to celebrate and appreciate their long-standing clientele at the prestigious Kingsbury Hotel. The event, titled ‘The Big Travel Show,’ was organized to introduce new travel destinations and tours by Trafalgar. The event featured a variety of activities, including live music and a dinner buffet, ensuring an […]
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Healthcare arm of DIMO and the exclusive partner for Siemens Healthineers in Sri Lanka, DIMO Healthcare has further elevated the technological prowess of Lanka Hospitals, a premier private hospital in the country through installing state-of-the-art Siemens Healthineers Symbia Evo Excel Gamma camera taking early diagnosis to new heights. The Siemens Healthineers Symbia Evo Excel Gamma […]
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First Capital Holdings PLC, in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka, proudly announces the successful completion of its CSR project aimed at providing access to safe and dignified housing for under-privileged families in the Bope-Poddala Division, Galle District. In a heartfelt ceremony attended by senior staff from both organizations and key government officials, two […]
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புதிய Taste The Current பிரசாரம் மூலம் டிஜிட்டல் குறும்படத்தை அறிமுகப்படுத்துகிறது PepsiCo நிறுவனத்தின் வர்த்தக நாமமான Sting®, அதன் சமீபத்திய பிரசாரமான ‘Taste The Current’ மூலம் இலங்கையில் உள்ள வாடிக்கையாளர்களை உற்சாகப்படுத்த தயாராகியுள்ளது. இந்த பிரசாரமானது, ஆக்கபூர்வமாகவும் விளையாட்டுத் தனமாகவும் இளைஞர்களை உற்சாகப்படுத்துவதை நோக்கமாகக் கொண்டுள்ளது. வர்த்தகநாமத்தின் எண்ணக்கருவை உள்ளடக்கிய ஒரு உயிரோட்டமான புதிய வீடியோ பிரசாரமாக அது அமைகின்றது. இந்த வீடியோவானது, STING® ஐப் பருகுவதன் மூலம் நுகர்வோர் தமது தருணங்களை சக்தியுடன் […]
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Colombo Lotus Tower (CLT) envisioned creating South Asia’s first immersive and interactive digital art space in Sri Lanka and sought the right partners for the project. After extensive research, they collaborated with Bling Productions and Eyeon, who deeply explored the local digital art landscape, CLT’s vision, and audience demographics to craft a comprehensive plan using […]
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HP recently unveiled a new range of Smart Tank printers tailored to meet the everyday printing needs of home users, micro, and small businesses. In today’s hybrid world, there is a growing demand for printing solutions that are both affordable and user-friendly yet equipped with smart printing solutions. To support emerging entrepreneurs and businesses, HP […]
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Hemas Consumer Brands, a pioneering force in the consumer goods sector, maintains its forefront position in promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility throughout Sri Lanka. Through a series of innovative endeavours and strategic partnerships, the company is actively advancing towards a more eco-friendly and sustainable future. At the core of these efforts lies the company’s Group […]
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IT Gallery’s Annual Partner Summit has been the cornerstone of event in its calendar its inception in 2018, fostering connections and driving innovation in the industry. Ms. Rita Liu, Country Manager and Ms. Li Xin, Regional Marketing Manager graced this year’s event with their presence. The 2024 edition of the event also commemorates IT Gallery’s […]
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The Data Center Intelligence Group (DCIG), a leading global technology research and analysis firm, has listed Huawei OceanStor Dorado 8000 and 18000 in its 2024-25 Top 5 Cyber Secure High-End All Flash Arrays report. OceanStor Dorado 8000 and 18000 earned plaudits for their leading data resilience capabilities. The report evaluated 14 high-end all-flash products by […]
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In an era were Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving and transforming enterprise on a global scale, LankaGPT proudly announces the upcoming launch of Sigiriya AI. This groundbreaking tool was developed by a team of 30, spread across Sri Lanka, United States, and Dubai, is geared to launch in July 2024. Sigiriya AI is the […]
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An Overview of the recent meeting between the National Environment Caucus, led by Ven. Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thero, and Mr. Ranjith Sepala, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SLSEA). The National Environment Caucus, led by Ven. Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thero, recently handed over a report titled “Addressing the Prevailing Energy Crisis in Sri […]
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In the era of heightened environmental awareness, Neptune Recyclers emerges as an industry leader with an impressive 99.25% waste diversion rate. This achievement not only positions Neptune Recyclers as an environmental steward in Sri Lanka but also as the world’s first and only waste management company to secure the prestigious Zero Waste to Landfill certification […]
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DIMO, the diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, recently upgraded its Balagolla facility into a full-scale DIMO branch while strategically relocating to No. 688, Balagolla, Kengalla, to cater to the diverse needs of customers in the central province. Previously, the Balagolla facility offered limited services focused only on TATA vehicles. With this significant upgrade, the Balagolla […]
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Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) through its wholly owned subsidiary Adani Transmission Step-Two Limited (ATSTL) acquired a 100% stake in Essar Transco Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL), one of the largest private transmission and distribution company in South Asia with a growing smart metering portfolio, has acquired 100% stake in Essar Transco Limited after obtaining […]
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Orion City, Sri Lanka is proud announce that, Cin7, a world-renowned leader in cloud-based inventory management software has recently moved into its locality. The strategic relocation is a result of Cin7’s rapidly growing team and operational expansion in the region. The opening ceremony, heled in late November was attended by Mr. David Leach, former Chief […]
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KOICA Career Guidance Platform ව්යාපෘතිය, අභ්යාසලාභීන් සහ වෘත්තිකයන්ට අත්යවශ්ය රැකියා සහ ආයතන පිලිබඳ තොරතුරු මෙන්ම රැකියා සොයාදීමට සහාය වෙමින් මහඟු මෙහෙවරක් සිදුකරයි. පාර්ශවකරුවන් යාවත්කාලීන කිරීමේ අරමුණින් සහ ඔවුන් වෙනුවෙන් සිදුකරන අඛණ්ඩ සේවාව ඉස්මතු කිරීමේ පියවරක් ලෙස නවතම Content Development Workshop හඳුන්වා දීමට ඔවුන් පියවර ගෙන ඇත. KOICA’s Career Guidance Platform හි මූලික අරමුණ වනුයේ පුහුණුවන්නන් […]
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The KOICA Career Guidance Platform project is making significant strides in empowering trainees and industry professionals with vital job and company information, as well as employment support. In an effort to update stakeholders and highlight ongoing efforts, a content development workshop event has been announced. The primary goal of the KOICA Career Guidance Platform is […]
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Huawei revealed the winners of the GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity, celebrating the best works of digital art from Huawei tablet users across the globe. The contest is designed to inspire creativity and self-expression through digital art. This year’s HUAWEI GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity winners, which ran from January until the end of February, were handpicked […]
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The FutureNet World 2024 was held in London from April 16-17. During the event, Huawei Autonomous Driving Network Solution (ADN) was awarded “The Automation Solution Award” to recognize their outstanding achievement of Telecom Foundation Model application in the field of network automation and AI. With the core theme of “Network Automation and AI”, the FutureNet […]
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Renewable Energy target for 2030 revised upwards to 50 GW from 45 GW Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), one of the world’s fastest-growing pure-play renewable energy companies, recently announced financial results for the quarter and year ending 31 March 2024. AGEL is developing the world’s largest renewable energy project of 30,000 MW on barren land […]
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AdaniConneX, a 50:50 Joint Venture (JV) between Adani Enterprises and EdgeConneX, has established one of South Asia’s largest sustainability linked financing to raise up to USD 1.44 billion. The financing has an initial commitment of USD 875 million, with an accordion feature to extend commitment up to USD 1.44 billion. The transaction elevates AdaniConneX’s construction […]
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Hemas Consumer Brands demonstrated healthy growth in FY2023/24 amidst challenging economic conditions, while unfailingly fulfilling its social responsibilities across its product categories. As a leader in Sri Lanka’s Home and Personal Care sector for over 60 years, its focus on empowering families to live a better tomorrow, by providing innovative solutions , has helped establish […]
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Hayleys Solar the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, has successfully completed an impressive 2.3MW capacity solar power installation for Texlan Centre Pvt Ltd, a leading hosiery manufacturer and exporter in the country. The grid-tied rooftop solar power system constructed on the rooftop of Texlan’s manufacturing facility in Minuwangoda has a capacity of 2,343kWp. This […]
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The Huawei Digital and Intelligent APAC Congress, jointly held by Huawei and the ASEAN Foundation, took place in Bangkok. More than 2,000 government officials, scholars, partners, and analysts from 15 Asia-Pacific countries and regions attended. Together, they discussed the deployment of leading digital and intelligent infrastructure, looking for ways to build a digital, intelligent Asia-Pacific. […]
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Inqbaytor Technologies, a leading travel technology company, recently announced a groundbreaking achievement as the first travel platform in the country to be certified for Emirates Gateway Direct NDC API. This landmark collaboration empowers Inqbaytor to directly connect its B2C platform, crazyjets.com, and B2B platform, Ticket Gadget, to Emirates through the IATA NDC standard, eliminating intermediaries […]
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Varun Beverages Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.(VBLL), a leading carbonated beverage manufacturer and the official bottling and distribution franchise of PepsiCo beverages in Sri Lanka, is leading the charge towards a cleaner and greener future with an innovative initiative. This program encourages the general public to collect waste PET plastic bottles in an environmentally responsible manner. Mrs. […]
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Huawei is presenting its innovative Intelligent Distribution Solution (IDS) at the 26th World Energy Congress in Rotterdam. Developed in collaboration with ecosystem partners, the IDS aims to tackle the electric power industry’s most pressing challenges, including high line loss, unreliable service, and the burden of managing new energy loads. To address these challenges, power companies are turning […]
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Australia and Sri Lanka’s commitment to countering maritime security threats has been on display with the launch of a new joint maritime security operation in Colombo today. Aptly named Disi Rela, which means ‘keeping a watchful eye over the maritime environment,’ the new joint activity will see the Australian Border Force (ABF) and Department of […]
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The 21st Huawei Analyst Summit (HAS) kicked off on 17 April 2024 in Shenzhen. The event brought together more than 500 analysts, think tank researchers, and other guests from around the world to explore what’s coming next in the age of intelligence, where the ICT industry is heading, and how different vertical industries are embracing […]
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Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, has opened doors to two new Experience Centres in Negombo (669, Puttalam – Colombo Rd) and Kandy (No 465/A, William Gopallawa Mawatha) respectively, bringing their total to four across Sri Lanka. These new centres offer residents a one-stop shop to explore solar energy solutions. Hayleys Solar […]
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A narrow airstrip that doesn’t even have an air traffic controller to guide incoming airplanes and whose only infrastructure is a portable toilet and a make-shift office in a container in the midst of miles of barren land bordering Pakistan is an unlikely gateway to the world’s largest renewable energy park. The airstrip was even […]
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DIVA, a proud Sri Lankan laundry care brand with over 20 years of heritage, celebrated the victors of the Diva Daathata Diriyak Entrepreneurial Skills Development Programme in Galle on 28 February 2024. This initiative encompassed comprehensive training sessions centred around women’s entrepreneurship and skill enhancement. Post a thorough evaluation process, four highest performing entrepreneurs were […]
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In accordance with Huawei’s Rotating Chairman system, Mr. Xu Zhijun (Eric Xu) will assume the position of Rotating and Acting Chairman of Huawei from April 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024. During his term, Mr. Xu will serve as the company’s top leader, and head the Board of Directors and its Executive Committee. Biography of […]
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Artificial Intelligence (AI), deep partner collaboration, and building a strong ecosystem foundation were championed as next-level growth engines to new opportunities in industry digitisation at the recent Huawei Cloud APAC Partner Connection Summit 2024. Huawei Cloud Asia Pacific hosted approximately 500 participants comprising partners from over 13 countries at its invitation-only partner event, held under […]
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Classic Travel, a leading IATA-accredited travel agent based in Sri Lanka and a member of the renowned Expolanka Group of Companies, has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award as the No.1 Travel Agent by Emirates. The coveted award was presented at the Emirates Awards Night, held at the Shangri-La Hotel, in recognition of Classic Travel’s […]
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The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, the No. 01 herbal personal care product company in Sri Lanka, and a company that is committed to preserving the country’s rich cultural heritage through the innovative Swadeshi Khomba Avurudhu Litha initiative. As a Sri Lankan company deeply rooted in traditional values and customs, The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC understands […]
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Hemas Consumer Brands is humbled to be among the coalition of partners whose work resulted in the recent honour, bestowed upon Sri Lanka with the prestigious UN Decade of Restoration flagship award for 2024. This accolade reflects the collective efforts made towards the restoration of mangroves. The company Proud to be a pioneer partner to […]
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Nissan to strengthen product portfolio, advance electrification, introduce new ways of developing and manufacturing, and harness partnerships to achieve Ambition 2030 vision YOKOHAMA, Japan: Nissan Motor Co., Ltd, today launched The Arc, its new business plan to drive value and strengthen competitiveness. The plan is focused on a broad-based product offensive, increased electrification, new approaches […]
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Showcases how the world can generate and use energy more sustainably, highlighting technologies and projects from the UK and abroad The Science Museum in London, UK, recently opened Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery, a major new free gallery which explores how the world can generate and use energy more sustainably to urgently decarbonise […]
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DIMO Academy, the educational arm of DIMO, recently hosted its 32nd convocation ceremony, recognizing the achievements of 50 graduates who completed the German Diploma in Automobile Mechatronics Program and Certificate course in Automobile Mechatronics. The ceremony highlighted the exceptional performance of three graduates who received gold, silver, and bronze medals for their outstanding academic accomplishments. […]
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Do you really Know Your Customer? Dossiers ensures that you do. Anagha Smrithi Bridging The Gap: The need to keep up with strict AML (anti-money-laundering) regulations is often challenging for financial institutions. Consistently steering clear of regulatory fines can become costly, demanding and time intensive. A new Sri-Lankan start-up called Dossiers recognizes this challenge and […]
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I was delighted to be invited to be a chief guest at ‘ Rang de Holi’- an event organized as a holi celebration on March 17th, 2024 at the Thurstan Rugby Grounds in Colombo. I was excited because Holi is one of my favorite Indian festivals- it’s a time to revel in fun with color […]
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Neptune Recyclers, Sri Lanka’s leading enabler in recyclable waste management, and Elephant House, trading as Ceylon Cold Stores (CCS), have joined hands in a ground-breaking partnership to launch an eco-friendly recycling project aimed at reducing plastic pollution and fostering sustainable practices. This strategic alliance, established in September 2023, brings together Neptune Recyclers’ expertise in collecting, […]
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Following the resounding success of the previous editions held in Portugal (2021), Czech Republic (2022) and Spain (2023), Huawei’s renowned European Leadership Academy is delighted to announce the fourth edition of the Summer School for Female Leadership in the Digital Age. Scheduled from 21 to 26 July 2024, the School will take place in Warsaw, Poland. The […]
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Classic Wild, the premier provider of immersive wildlife experiences, proudly announces its latest conservation initiative, the sponsorship of the “Small Cats Project” conducted by the Wildlife & Nature Protection Society (WNPS). With a mission to safeguard the Rusty-spotted Cat, Jungle Cat, and Fishing Cat, ensuing their overall commitment to preserving these elusive feline species and […]
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Printcare Digital Solutions (Pvt) Limited, operating under the brand name Printcare Agile, is proud to announce the launch of a groundbreaking solution aimed at alleviating one of the primary challenges faced by busy parents – covering their children’s schoolbooks. Titled “Book Wonders,” this innovative product promises to revolutionize the traditional book-covering process, making it faster, […]
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Adani Group plans to invest about $14 billion across its portfolio companies that range from ports to energy, airports, commodities, cement and media in the fiscal year starting April 1, as it doubles down on its $100 billion investment guidance over the next 7-10 years to grow businesses, sources said. In the final quarter of […]
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Pepsi® unveils new summer campaign; recreates iconic international commercial with Jacqueline Fernandez, emphasizing the ‘Refreshing Pepsi, Bold New Look’ in Sri Lanka Pepsi®, the iconic beverage brand, is gearing up to embrace the summer season in Sri Lanka with its latest film starring the charismatic Jacqueline Fernandez. Aligned with the campaign positioning ‘Refreshing Pepsi, Bold […]
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Suzuki Motor Corporation Japan has announced a Safety recall related to the fuel system of the Japanese Suzuki WagonR model range. As the sole distributor of Suzuki vehicles in Sri Lanka, Associated Motorways (Private) Limited (AMW) is taking active steps to ensure the safety and satisfaction of Suzuki WagonR owners. The safety recall is a […]
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“Soorya Sathkara” An Initiative Empowering 200 Care Homes Hayleys Solar, the premier renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, a subsidiary of the country’s leading conglomerate Hayleys Group, proudly announces a significant milestone of achieving a staggering 200MWp rooftop solar PV capacity in Sri Lanka. This remarkable accomplishment stands as the largest of its kind carried […]
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Huawei held the Green Development Summit, themed “Thrive with Green ICT”, during MWC Barcelona 2024. At the summit, guests from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), MTN Group, International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Kenya’s ICT Authority, and Indonesia’s Bandung Institute of Technology discussed how digital technology can […]
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~ Planning to triple its presence over the next three years ~ Socomec, a century-old French multinational and a global pioneer in low voltage power management systems, proudly announces a significant expansion of its operations in Sri Lanka as part of its broader strategy for Greater India. With a commitment to tripling its presence in […]
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The Event Management Association (EMA), the only professional industry body in Sri Lanka for event management, with a membership of over 50, sheds light on the often unseen, yet crucial role that professional event managers play in creating and delivering successful events and fostering a thriving industry within the country and the region. They aim […]
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Step into a realm where educational excellence has been the hallmark since 1957. The Overseas School of Colombo (OSC), Sri Lanka’s oldest international school, invites you to embark on a journey of unparalleled academic finesse, cultural richness, and global opportunities. Excellence in Education: The IB Advantage As the only IB World School in Sri Lanka, […]
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Spread across 175,000 square feet, the company has invested USD 5Million in establishing the state of the art Grade ‘A’ warehousing facility EFL 3PL, a subsidiary of EFL Global announced the launch of its flagship Grade A warehousing facility in the vibrant Bhiwandi region of Mumbai. This strategic expansion, with an investment of USD 5Mn, marks […]
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First Capital Holdings PLC (the Group), a leading investment institution, and a member of the Janashakthi Group, announces its strong financial results for the nine months ended December 31, 2023. The Group reported a Profit after Tax of Rs. 9.4Bn, marking a significant increase compared to Rs. 1.7Bn recorded in the corresponding period of the […]
Continue ReadingAdani Green Energy Sri Lanka Ignites a Green Revolution with Pooneryn Wind Energy Power Project. In a groundbreaking stride towards a greener tomorrow, Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SLSEA) has approved to grant the Energy Permit to Adani Green Energy (Sri Lanka) Limited for its monumental $355 million, 234MW Pooneryn Wind Energy Power Project, nestled […]
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Associated Motorways (Private) Limited (AMW), a key player in Sri Lanka’s automotive industry, is pleased to announce Mr. Andre Bonthuys as its new Group Managing Director. Established in 1949, AMW initially focused on tire manufacturing, re-treading, and exports. Over 75 years, it has expanded into automotive sales and services, lubricants, batteries, tires, and financial services. […]
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Enadoc, a cutting-edge document management solution, was officially launched on Orel Cloud through a collaboration between Huawei Cloud and Orel IT. The event, held at Port City Colombo, marked a significant step toward providing Orel Cloud customers with a seamless Software as a Service (SaaS) platform. The launch ceremony, attended by a diverse audience of […]
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Sri Lanka’s leading Fintech service provider announces appointment of Mr. Rajendra Theagarajah as Chairman of the Board. PAYable Pvt Ltd, Sri Lanka’s leading non-bank digital payment services provider, reported robust performance in its 10 year journey with over LKR 80 Billion in transactions processed. The company also plans to launch a host of new innovations, […]
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The Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers & Riders (SLARDAR), in collaboration with the Asian Motor Racing Club (AMRC), was thrilled to announce the eagerly awaited return of the ‘Sri Lanka Super Series 2024.’ The launch event for the Sri Lanka Super Series 2024 was held on the 22nd of February 2024 at DIMO 800 […]
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Hayleys Fentons Limited, Sri Lanka’s No.1 Solar EPC company and MEP contractor with over 100 years of engineering excellence, secured the Silver Award for the Best Annual Report in the Construction Sector at CA Sri Lanka’s TAGS Awards 2023. This marks the company’s third consecutive year in the top three, recognising its firm commitment to […]
Continue ReadingChina Mobile and Huawei’s joint cloud phone innovation was awarded the 2023 “Compute-enabled Innovative Application” by China People’s Posts and Telecommunications News. The publication of China’s Media and Communication Department, Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), named Mobile Cloud Phone an outstanding ICT success story, recognizing the two companies’ contributions to 5G service innovation, […]
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Operationalizes the first 551 MW solar capacity at Khavda, Gujarat, India Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), One of South Asia’s largest renewable energy (RE) company and the second largest solar PV developer in the world, has operationalized 551 MW solar capacity in Khavda, Gujarat, India. AGEL achieved this milestone within 12 months of commencing work […]
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#ProteinDay, now in its fifth year, calls on individuals, businesses, and industry leaders to boost awareness about the vital role of protein in nutrition security and enhance accessibility to protein-rich foods as health solutions for citizens. ‘Right To Protein,’ a dedicated awareness initiative powered by the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), unveils “Solve With Protein” […]
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Hemas Consumer Brands took centre-stage at the highly-anticipated SLIM Brand Excellence Awards 2023, clinching an impressive 5 awards across 3 of its key brands – Baby Cheramy, Fems and Vivya, in the highly-coveted categories of ‘Overall Product Brand of the Year’, ‘Best New Entrant Brand’ and ‘CSR Brand of the Year’. Encompassing diverse categories, these […]
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Save 40 to 50% through Optidrive Eco VFDs for both motor and pump applications. Leading industrial solutions provider, Hayleys Aventura, in partnership with global leader Invertek, renowned for cutting-edge drive technology, introduced Optidrive Eco Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) to enhance energy savings and reduce emissions in manufacturing, agriculture, and hydro-based industries. These VFDs enable clients […]
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India and Sri Lanka’s joint working committee on the power sector will likely meet this month to further discuss grid interconnectivity and renewable energy collaboration, Minister of Power and Energy of Sri Lanka, Kanchana Wijesekera told Economic Times India. The two countries have been planning to connect their grid to trade power for almost two […]
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Photo Caption: Hayleys Solar team at the victorious night of the SLIM award gala Wins Bronze in ‘Green Brand of the Year’ and Merit for ‘Best New Entrant’ 2023 Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited, proudly clinched two coveted awards at the prestigious Brand Excellence Awards, organised by the Sri Lanka […]
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Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s leading weft-knitted fabric manufacturer, celebrated a momentous occasion at the recent Victoria’s Secret & Co Partner Summit 2024 in Hong Kong, becoming the first fabric mill in Sri Lanka to be recognized with the prestigious Raw Material Supplier Cost Efficiency Award. This distinguished honor underscores Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd’s […]
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ITX360, a prominent player in the IT solutions landscape, proudly announces the attainment of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications, underscoring its commitment to environmental sustainability and unwavering dedication to quality management. ISO 9001:2015 certification is an internationally acclaimed standard for Quality Management Systems, empowering organizations to enhance performance, meet customer expectations, and demonstrate a […]
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The All Island Dairy Association (AIDA) has voiced grave concerns regarding the Sri Lankan government’s proposed increase in the Value Added Tax (VAT) from 15% to 18%, set to take effect on January 1st, 2024. This move, intended to broaden the tax base, could have severe repercussions for the dairy sector, a vital contributor to […]
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The Yancheng Low-Carbon & Smart Energy Industrial Park project has been awarded the 2023 Energy Globe World Award. Also known as the Net Zero Carbon Intelligent Campus project, it is a collaborative effort by the Yancheng Power Supply Company of State Grid Jiangsu and Huawei. The Energy Globe World Award is presented by a panel […]
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hSenid Business Solutions (hBS) released its financial results for the quarter ending on December 31, 2023, reporting a 23 percent year-over-year increase in revenues. The PeoplesHR Cloud business, constituting 76% recurring revenue, remains the primary driver having recorded a 40% growth year-on-year. The Company achieved a critical milestone in its growth journey by surpassing $3 […]
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Janashakthi Insurance PLC, a member of the Janashakthi Group, announces the appointment of Dr. Gehan Gunatilleke as an Independent, Non-Executive Director to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective from 24th January 2024. Dr. Gehan Gunatilleke is an attorney-at-law and a founding partner of LexAG, a law firm based in Colombo. He has previously served as […]
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When Hindenburg Research accused the Adani Group of “brazen stock manipulation” and accounting fraud a year back, it led to a stock market rout that erased about $150 billion in market value at its lowest point. But unlike its previous targets, tycoon Gautam Adani, who was the world’s second-richest man before the damning January 24, […]
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A week-long “Seeds for the future European Grand Finale,” bringing together a select cohort of “Seeds for the Future” alumni hailing from 18 European countries, ended on January 23. Hosted by Huawei Europe, the closing ceremony for the week-long journey showcased the collective achievements of Seeds alumni who had previously attended training programs organized in […]
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Interocean Lubricants (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s exclusive distributor and national nominee in Sri Lanka, Maldives and India for Sinopec, a global leader in lubricants, proudly announced the official launch of its distribution network expansion in Jaffna. The momentous event took place at the prestigious North Gate Hotel, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment […]
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China Unicom Beijing and Huawei have successfully deployed a pilot large-scale 5.5G network in Beijing to provide continuous coverage in three key areas, including Beijing Financial Street in the city center, the landmark Beijing Long Distance Call Building, and multipurpose Workers’ Stadium. This first-of-its-kind network is expected to become a benchmark for future 5.5 networks […]
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Alumex PLC, a prominent player in the aluminium extrusion industry, capped off an exceptional 2023 year with great successes, clinching over 14 awards in the past year, affirming their leadership in shaping Sri Lanka’s export landscape and commitment to governance, sustainability, and business excellence. At the 25th Presidential Export Awards 2023 Alumex received the coveted […]
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The Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards 2023, held in Hong Kong, witnessed a remarkable showcase of talent from across the region. Among the distinguished winners were nominees from Sri Lanka, selected through the National ICT Awards (NBQSA) 2023 organized by BCS Sri Lanka Section and the Young Computer Scientist (YCS) competition conducted by FITIS. […]
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A resurgent Sri Lanka needs rapid digital transformation to realize its full potential in the year 2024 and beyond. Embracing digital innovations is not just a choice – it’s a necessity. It is the key that unlocks a world of possibilities, where we can shape the future of our people through the right connectivity and […]
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Team Namibia was crowned the global Champion of the 3rd Seeds for the Future Tech4Good Global Competition. The team’s winning submission was an AI-powered teaching solution called YYeni AI that caters to the needs of every student. YYeni AI provides personalized tutoring to individual students in large classes. The app uses AI algorithms to guide students […]
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Softlogic Information Technologies (Pvt) Ltd (SITL) has fostered a partnership with AUSTRIACARD HOLDINGS AG, a prominent European provider of Secure Digital Technology Solutions headquartered in Vienna, Austria. This collaboration aims to empower SITL’s clients to seamlessly integrate the latest EMV security standards into their service offerings. Speaking on this partnership Managing Director, Mr. Roshan Rassool […]
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Gautam Adani, Chairman, Adani Group has emphasised the importance of Green Hydrogen in achieving net zero emissions for the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF). Titled “Reducing costs: The key to leveraging green hydrogen on the road to net zero”, Adani reflects on the viability and potential of Green Hydrogen as a […]
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DIMO Energy, the power and energy arm of the leading diversified conglomerate DIMO, with its long-standing partner for over seven decades Siemens ventured into the manufacturing of SIEMENS SIVACON S8 and SIEPAN 8PU Low Voltage (LV) Power Distribution Boards and Motor Control Centres (MCC) in Sri Lanka, targeting local and export markets. Mr Wijith Pushpawela […]
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First Capital Holdings PLC has come forward as the principal (title) sponsor of the SSC Open Tennis Championship for the 3rd consecutive year. The SSC Open 2024 is taking place from 06th January to 21st January 2024 at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) tennis courts. The Championship is a major open ranking tennis tournament that […]
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Emerald, Sri Lanka’s leading menswear brand, is proud to unveil the groundbreaking “UTILITECH™” collection. This latest offering reflects Emerald’s dedication to providing utility and comfort for active individuals, empowering flexibility in their daily wardrobe. The collection introduces a range of bottoms made of high-stretch fabric, featuring an elastic waistband that creates a better range of […]
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ශ්රී ලංකා ජාතික අපනයනකරුවන්ගේ මණ්ඩලය විසින් සංවිධානය කරන ලද 31 වැනි වාර්ෂික අපනයන සම්මාන උළෙල පසුගියදා කොළඹ ෂැංග්රිලා හිදී පැවැත්විණි. එහිදී Halpé Tea හි සාඩම්බර මව් සමාගම වන U.H.E. Exports සම්මාන ත්රිත්වයකින් පිදුම් ලැබූ අතර, තේ සහ තේ නිෂ්පාදන අංශයේ ප්රමුඛයා ලෙස සිය ස්ථාවරය නැවතත් තහවුරු කරමින් Halpé Tea විසින් මෙම සම්මාන දිනා ගන්නා ලදී. […]
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Exponential seven-year growth with Hayleys signals unprecedented future value creation Fentons Limited, a trusted engineering services provider with a legacy spanning over a century, has legally adopted the name and identity of Hayleys, Sri Lanka’s largest and most diversified conglomerate, as “Hayleys Fentons Limited”, marking a historic milestone in its journey. For longer than a […]
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The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA), in collaboration with the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) and the Export Development Board, is thrilled to announce the inauguration of the 30th edition of FACETS Sri Lanka, Asia’s premier gem and jewellery exhibition. The grand inauguration ceremony took place on the 6th of January 2024 […]
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In an era where technology plays an increasingly integral role in education, ParentPay Sri Lanka, a division of ParentPay Group, is at the forefront of shaping the future of educational technology globally. As a leading EdTech company in Europe, ParentPay Group has recently expanded its horizons with the inauguration of a new office in Colombo, […]
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Billionaire Gautam Adani, Chairperson of Adani Group, reacting to the Supreme Court judgment on allegations levelled by a US short-seller against his conglomerate, said recently that truth has prevailed and his group would continue to contribute to India’s growth story. The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that there was no ground to order an investigation […]
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In an effort to drive sustainable energy initiatives in Sri Lanka, Huawei recently organized a key conference titled ‘Unleashing the Potential of a Sustainable Energy Future’ in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SLSEA) and the Solar Industries Association (SIA). The event served as a dynamic platform for industry experts to share profound […]
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The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, the pioneer and the market leader in herbal personal care products in one of its community support initiatives recently sponsored the “Aloka Poojawa” of the historic Attanagalla Raja Maha Viharaya. “Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya” is a concept of Swadeshi Chairperson Ms. Amari Wijewardene. Situated in the Gampaha district, Attanagalla […]
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In a resounding achievement, hSenid Business Solutions PLC has once again proven its industry leadership by securing the Gold award in the Medium Category of the ICT, BPO & Related Services Sector at the 31st Annual Export Awards 2023. The event, organized by the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka and held at the […]
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ITU, ISO, IEC, and partners aim to speed up climate action with digital tech Huawei has joined hands with more than 40 leading tech companies and organizations to push for Green Digital Action (GDA) at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Climate Change agreement (COP28), hosted by the UAE, that closed on Tuesday. […]
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The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) has raised serious concerns about the government’s unprecedented decision to subject the industry to the Value Added Tax (VAT) regime. The SLGJA fears that such a move could lead to foreclosures and compel the private sector to relocate overseas or revert to the informal sector. The gem […]
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Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), One of the world’s leading renewable energy solutions partner, has attained the remarkable position of the second-largest global solar PV developer, in Mercom Capital Group’s latest Annual Global Report. According to the report, AGEL’s outstanding performance and contribution to the renewable energy landscape have earned it the prestigious second rank […]
Continue ReadingAdani Portfolio today released its half yearly financial performance update. The integrated business portfolio, which focusses on fortifying infrastructure development, has delivered a strong performance across all its businesses. The substantial cash flows from these businesses lay the foundation for sustained future growth. “The incubation continues to be a success story with Airports, Green Hydrogen […]
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Huawei Takes Part at World University Leadership Summit The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen) held the World University Leadership Summit in Shenzhen on December 11th. William Xu, Huawei Fellow and Chair of Huawei’s Scientist Advisory Committee, took part as the speaker representing the business sector. Xu spoke during a roundtable discussion, themed Research […]
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Pintanna Holdings, a pioneer in the Sri Lankan Agarwood plantation sector, is making significant strides. The inauguration of the newly constructed multi-purpose building, equipped with modern technology at Pintanna Estate, coincided with the official unveiling of Pintanna’s commemorative cover launch. Additionally, the company has introduced its second Agarwood Investment Rewards to the public and valued […]
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Visvaka, Sri Lanka’s pioneering food ingredient supplier, proudly marks its 20th anniversary as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the industry. From humble beginnings, Visvaka has emerged as a trailblazer, particularly highlighted by a remarkable success story. Founder’s vision: Where the journey started. At the heart of Visvaka’s success is its visionary founder, Chula […]
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Konekt is delighted to announce the successful culmination of its recent project with Stripes and Checks, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. Konekt goes beyond merely providing solutions; they prioritize building enduring relationships with their clients. Their philosophy revolves around comprehending the unique needs of clients and delivering tailored solutions that consistently exceed […]
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DIMO Coastline Pvt Ltd, a formidable joint venture between DIMO and Coastline Investments in the Maldives, has been honored with the esteemed title of ‘Best Support Services in the Maritime Industry’ at the recently concluded 7th Edition of the South Asian Business Excellence Awards. The event, held at the exquisite JEN Maldives Malé by Shangri-La, […]
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First Capital Holdings PLC, the pioneering investment institution, has secured a prestigious accolade at the TAGS Awards 2023, organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) for the 58th consecutive year. The company was honoured with the prestigious Gold Award in the Investment Banking category, recognizing its outstanding performance and […]
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The pilot project is under the aegis of Japan-India Clean Energy Partnership As the world leaders converge in the UAE for the UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28) from 30 November to 12 December 2023 to fast-track energy transition and slash emissions before 2030, Adani Power Ltd., one of South Asia’s largest private sector power […]
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HUTCH, a prominent player in the Sri Lankan telecommunications industry, announces a groundbreaking shift in connectivity dynamics with its latest social media plans. Renowned for delivering unmatched value for money, HUTCH is committed to meeting subscriber demands by staying attuned to market trends and amplifies its dedication to meeting the evolving digital needs of its […]
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Company to invest further in advanced tech to reduce its water footprint across operating and upcoming solar projects 4,830 MW of AGEL’s solar portfolio will be covered by robotic cleaning cumulatively in the near term, which will save ~ 595 million litres of water annually AGEL has committed to be water-positive for all operational plants […]
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Schoolpreneur 2023: School Entrepreneurship Day was conducted across Sri Lanka on November 16th, with over 2000 school students from the nine provinces participating at the event organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the International Labour Organization, endorsed by the Ministry of Education. Conducted simultaneously in Anuradhapura, Badulla, Colombo, Galle, Kandy, Puttalam, […]
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Viability of green hydrogen being assessed as an alternative energy source for CGD consumers ATGL will use latest technologies to blend green hydrogen with natural gas for over 4,000 Home and Commercial PNG customers during the pilot phase Project will enhance existing infrastructure, diversify energy mix, develop hydrogen ecosystem and reduce CO2 emission by […]
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Huawei’s 2023 Sustainability Forum and its regional sessions concluded on November 27, 2023. Themed “Thriving Together with Tech: Realizing Sustainable Development,” the event involved five regional sessions in China, Italy, Ghana, Pakistan, and Brazil, where best sustainability practices from Huawei and its partners were demonstrated. In Brazil, Huawei is working with local operator Veloso Net to […]
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90 million people connected under Huawei’s pledge to ITU’s Partner2Connect Digital Coalition Huawei announced it has already brought connectivity to 90 million people in remote regions in nearly 80 countries following its pledge to the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU) Partner2Connect (P2C) Digital Coalition. The announcement was made as part of Huawei’s first progress report since […]
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Empowering the younger generation, Unilever Sri Lanka recently inducted its 10th batch of Unilever ‘SPARKS’ student Ambassadors, welcoming 26 passionate undergraduates from 10 different universities into its impactful and sought-after student ambassadorship programme. The SPARKS programme seeks to cultivate the leadership skills and innovative spirit of Sri Lankan undergraduates, encouraging them to become positive influencers […]
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Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric manufacturer, recently celebrated notable achievements at the 25th edition of the Presidential Export Awards, held at the BMICH in Colombo 07. In a notable feat, Ocean Lanka secured accolades for two consecutive years, receiving recognition for its outstanding contributions to the export industry, marking its […]
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The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA), the apex body for the country’s Gem and Jewellery industry was established in October 2002, by uniting the Sri Lanka Gem Traders Association, Sri Lanka Jewellery Manufacturing Exporters Association, Sri Lanka Lapidarists and Exporters Association and Sri Lanka Jewellers and Gem Merchants Federation under one banner. The […]
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Forging ahead in its mission to make the world a safer place for children, Baby Cheramy is partnering with the Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians to educate parents on prevention of home accidents, a major cause of child injuries in Sri Lanka. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was inked on 7th November 2023, to cement this […]
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Elysian Crest (EC), a pioneer in innovative technological solutions, is proud to announce a momentous achievement at the National Best Quality ICT Awards (NBQSA) 2023. The prestigious Gold Award was presented to EC in the “Citizen Services and Digital Government in Public Sector and Government Category” for their groundbreaking product – the Electronic Certificate of […]
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The 5G Smart Factory Forum was held today at the Huawei European Supply Center (HESC) in Budapest. At the forum, Huawei stated that 5G-powered innovative solutions, including self-driving vehicles, AI-driven quality control, and AR-assisted remote maintenance, will serve as the typical applications and basic capabilities of future smart factories. To drive broad adoption of 5G […]
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Raja Jewellers, the undisputed monarch of the gold world since its establishment in 1928, once again proves its mettle by securing the coveted Gold Award at the National Industry Excellence Awards 2023. The prestigious event took place recently at the Nelum Pokuna and was organized by the Ministry of Industries and the Industrial Development Board. […]
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Recently, China Unicom and Huawei began to help the Baoding Automation Technology Branch of Exquisite Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (“EA”) deploy a commercial 5G-Advanced flexible production line that features ultra-high reliability and ultra-low latency. At Great Wall Motor’s factory in Baoding, Hebei, 5G-Advanced equipment is being used in the car roof production line. Traditional industrial […]
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Hatch, with funding support from the U.S. Department of State, recently concluded its Demo Day for AccelerateHER, Sri Lanka’s trailblazing accelerator program tailored for female entrepreneurs. The program marked the graduation of seven female founders, who showed remarkable progress and business acceleration throughout the 3-month program. The entrepreneurs made compelling pitches to an audience of […]
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Royal Ceramics Lanka PLC (Rocell) has once again taken the spotlight at two prestigious award ceremonies, underscoring its position as Sri Lanka’s leading Tile and Bathware manufacturer. Rocell’s outstanding contributions in the Extra Large Manufacturing Sector were recognized at the CNCI Achiever Awards 2023 with multiple awards, a testament to its unwavering dedication to manufacturing […]
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Development of CWIT will support the growth of the Sri Lankan economy U.S. fund will support development of deepwater shipping container terminal in the Port of Colombo Will facilitate private sector-led growth and attract crucial foreign exchange to Sri Lanka to aid in its economic recovery U.S., Sri Lanka and India to foster an enduring […]
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Alumex PLC, a renowned symbol of excellence and forward-thinking and the flagship entity of the Hayleys Group’s Construction Materials sector, reveals a strategic expansion of its product line-up. This visionary endeavour seeks to enhance the well-being of homeowners and their families by introducing a selection of cutting-edge aluminium products specially crafted to revolutionise everyday living […]
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Aiming to foster entrepreneurial mindsets among school children in Sri Lanka, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, together with the Ministry of Education and the International Labour Organization (ILO) Country Office for Sri Lanka and the Maldives will launch the Schoolpreneur 2023: School Entrepreneurship Day, across Sri Lanka, on 16th November. Schoolpreneur 2023 will span across […]
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Singer Finance, a pioneering financial service provider trusted by Sri Lankans for decades, recently celebrated the second anniversary of introducing Sri Lanka’s first-ever QR-based mobile money collection service. This innovation reflects their unwavering commitment to revolutionizing financial solutions, with a particular focus on empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The primary goal is to make […]
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The importance of cutting-edge technology and cultural understanding cannot be overstated in an increasingly interconnected world. Recognizing this, and with the goal of providing the opportunity to learn cutting-edge ICT technologies, Huawei’s Seeds for the Future Program 2023 selected a group of four undergraduates from Sri Lanka, who were chosen by the Ministry of Education, […]
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hSenid Business Solutions (hBS) announced its earnings results for the period ended 30 September 2023, reporting a total revenue of LKR 400.3 million for the concluded quarter. The primary driver of revenue growth can be attributed to the success of the PeoplesHR Cloud business, which accounts for 56 percent of company revenues. A majority of […]
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Huawei announced the 57 winners of the XMAGE Awards 2023. The competition, which spotlights photos taken with Huawei devices, named three Grand Prize winners, 17 Best-in-Category winners, 34 Runner-up winners, and three Honorable Mentions. This year’s winners were selected from more than 600,000 entries received between April 7 and August 15 from participants from nearly […]
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FACETS Sri Lanka 2024, Asia’s Premier Gem and Jewellery Exhibition, a collaboration between the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA), the National Jewellery Authority (NGJA), and the Export Development Board (EDB) takes centre stage from January 6th to 8th, 2024. Located at the prestigious Atrium Lobby of the Cinnamon Grand Hotel in Colombo, this […]
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Opens all-new outlet in Havelock City Mall In a remarkable milestone of its 15-year journey in Sri Lanka, Crocodile, a world-renowned lifestyle brand, recently unveiled its new outlet at the state-of-the-art Havelock City Mall. This strategic location is a perfect fit for Sri Lanka’s premier fashion and lifestyle brand, housed in Colombo’s latest premier lifestyle […]
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The Sri Lanka Retailers Association (SLRA), which serves as the foremost organization for organized retail in Sri Lanka, recently played host to the eagerly awaited Federation of Asia-Pacific Retailers Association (FAPRA) Head of Delegations Meeting. This significant event took place at the prestigious Cinnamon Grand Colombo. A pivotal point of discussion during the FAPRA Head […]
Continue ReadingOperational Performance Operational Capacity increases by 24% YoY to 8,316 MW with addition of 1,150 MW solar-wind Hybrid, 212 MW solar and 230 MW wind power plants over the last one year Sale of energy increases by 78% YoY to 11,760 mn units Solar portfolio CUF stands at 25.2% up by 90 bps, Wind portfolio […]
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ParentPay Group the leading international education technology company has announced the opening of its new development centre in Sri Lanka. The ParentPay Lanka (Pvt) Ltd. office is conveniently situated in the Elegance Building at No. 2 Rajagiriya Road, Rajagiriya. With more than 1,000 employees worldwide ParentPay Group is also a significant investor in innovation and […]
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Raja Jewellers, the undisputed monarch of the gold world since its establishment in 1928, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the Sri Lankan community by celebrating the remarkable achievement of Tharushi Karunarathna, a 19-year-old Sri Lankan athlete who clinched the Gold Medal in the Women’s 800m event at the 19th Asian Games in […]
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The transmission line will support India’s decarbonization efforts Adani Energy Solutions Ltd. (AESL) has commissioned a new green evacuation transmission project in Tamil Nadu state. The project includes the establishment of the 400/230 kV, 1000 MVA Karur Pooling Station, along with its associated transmission Line In & Line Out (LILO) of the 400 kV D/C […]
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Huawei announced its business results for the first three quarters of 2023 today. During this period, Huawei generated CNY456.6 billion in revenue, with a year-on-year increase of 2.4% and a net profit margin of 16.0%. “The company’s performance is in line with forecast,” said Ken Hu, Huawei’s Rotating Chairman. “I’d like to thank our customers […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, once again affirms its commitment towards innovation in agriculture with the launch of the country’s first boat tractor, the Bison through its agriculture arm, DIMO Agribusinesses. The Bison Boat Tractor stands out as the only tractor suitable for any paddy field. What sets this boat tractor apart […]
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Softlogic Information Technologies (SITL) recently won the prestigious “Eguardian Partner of the year – Large and Medium Business Partner Sri Lanka” at The Eguardian Partner Conference 2023. This accolade serves as a glowing testament to the remarkable strides and unwavering commitment exhibited by Softlogic in cybersecurity, over the course of its impressive three-decade long journey. […]
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Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s foremost provider of integrated waste management solutions, continues to champion environmental sustainability by showcasing its recent PET bottles and plastic collections at the Book Fair 2023. This initiative, reflecting Cleantech’s unwavering dedication to responsible waste management, highlights the company’s commitment to preserving the environment. The recent Book Fair, a much-anticipated, […]
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Strong underlying business reflected in the unwavering confidence from global financial institutions Adani Cement, through Endeavour Trade and Investment Ltd has entered into definitive agreements for a fresh facility of USD 3,500 million for refinancing of the debt taken for acquisition of Ambuja and ACC The re-financing program of USD 3,500 million has been concluded […]
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Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) hosted its 21st Annual General Meeting recently in, Colombo. Re-appointed as President, Ajward Deen has worked tirelessly along with his committee to strengthen and uplift the Gem and Jewellery industry to great heights over the past year. The Gem and Jewellery industry continues to brave a range of obstacles, […]
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Hatch, in collaboration with GIZ Sri Lanka and the EU, recently implemented “Green Innovation Lab” – an Agri Incubator program. This showcased the importance of prototyping new innovations and providing an enabling ecosystem to test, iterate and validate ideas for commercial viability. This is of paramount importance in transforming Sri Lanka’s Agriculture Industry to significantly […]
Continue ReadingThe Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, manufacturer and marketer of Swadeshi Khomba for eight decades obtained several enjoining orders against Dasun Consumer Products (Pvt) Ltd., for violation through its product, of the intellectual property rights of its Swadeshi Khomba. The Commercial High Court of Colombo issued the enjoining orders on 06th October 2023. Swadeshi is the […]
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DIMO, the leading conglomerate, emerged as the overall Gold Award Winner (shared) at the recently held prestigious CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2023, organized by the Institute of Certified Management Accountants (CMA) of Sri Lanka, bagging 04 awards in total. The ‘CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2023’ marked the 9th consecutive year of […]
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Alpha Industries, the premier safety solution provider in Sri Lanka turns 60 this year. Alpha industries operates under the umbrella of Finco group, and has been ensuring that Sri Lankans get the best safety solutions possible, for six decades. Apart from providing excellent safety solutions, Alpha Industries has expanded its offerings to include office furniture, […]
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AB Cash Management Services (Pvt) Ltd, a subsidiary of AB Securitas (Pvt) Ltd, proudly announces its Gold Award win at the esteemed National Project Management Excellence Awards 2023. This achievement underscores the company’s steadfast commitment to innovation and excellence in the Banking and Financial Category. The spotlight shines brightly on AB Cash Management Services for […]
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At Ultra-Broadband Forum 2023 (UBBF 2023), Leon Wang, President of Huawei Data Communication Product Line, delivered a keynote speech titled “Bring Net5.5G to Reality, Inspire New Growth.” He noted that in the 5.5G era, new ultra-broadband applications — such as glasses-free 3D, house-wide intelligence, ultra-HD video conferencing, and computing services — will emerge one after […]
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At the 2023 Global Antenna Technology & Industry Forum, Huawei launched the Marconi platform antenna, the industry’s first antenna with horizontal azimuth obtaining and adjusting capabilities. The Marconi platform antenna aims to help operators improve their network construction and O&M efficiency through tech innovations in antenna form factor, architecture, and new digital capabilities. Antenna site […]
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The Sri Lanka Retailers Association (SLRA) is proud to announce its upcoming role as the host nation for the highly anticipated Federation of Asia-Pacific Retailers Association (FAPRA) Head of Delegations Meeting, scheduled to take place at the prestigious Cinnamon Grand Colombo from October 18th to October 20th, 2023. The primary aim of the Sri Lanka […]
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The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), the senior most automotive association in Sri Lanka, recently held another CMTA Stakeholder Breakfast Forum at the Hilton Colombo Residencies. The event was graced by His Excellency Denis Chaibi, the EU Ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives as the guest speaker. Several other Officials from Ministries, Government institutions […]
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One of the world’s largest ports, with over 260 MMT capacity Handled over 155 MMT in FY 23, nearly 11% of India’s maritime cargo EXIM gateway for container traffic, 33% of India’s container traffic flows through the port Contributed over Rs 2.25 lakh crore to the state and national exchequer since inception Created more than […]
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IT Gallery Computers (Pvt) Ltd., a prominent player in the IT distribution market since 2011, today unveiled the latest additions to Lenovo’s consumer and gaming portfolio in Sri Lanka. Amongst the showcased products were the showstopping dual-screen Yoga Book 9i and the newest gaming laptops LOQ. With this launch, IT Gallery Computers is poised to […]
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ISO 41001:2018 is the world’s first international FMS standard published in 2018 Fentons Smart Facilities (Pvt) Limited, the Facility Management arm of Hayleys Fentons, reached yet another milestone by being accredited the ISO 41001:2018 certification from SGS Lanka (Pvt) Limited, and becoming the first ISO-certified facility management service provider in Sri Lanka. The ISO 41001:2018 […]
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Connex 360 is proud to announce its strategic partnership with EverestIMS Technologies, a leader in AI-driven IT operations solutions. This collaboration marks a significant step in the evolution of IT services in Sri Lanka and promises to deliver cutting-edge ITOps products powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). Connex 360 Chief Operating Officer, […]
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HUTCH’s Valuable Business Partner Convention 2023, showcased the strategic approach that has been driving HUTCH towards its ultimate business goals since early 2023. This event marked an exciting opportunity to realign their Business Partners and teams with their new objectives and explore the growth prospects that lie ahead. HUTCH’s primary mission is to ensure complete […]
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At HUAWEI CONNECT 2023 this morning, Mr. Kang Ning, President of Huawei Cloud Global Ecosystem, spoke on how “Partnership Paves the Way for New Value”. In his keynote speech, Mr. Kang shared the latest progress and achievements of the Huawei Cloud ecosystem and announced the release of the Ascend AI Cloud Service for reliable, scalable […]
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Oak Integrated Systems (Pvt) Ltd, in collaboration with ISACA – Sri Lanka Chapter and Senhasegura & EZOREF, successfully hosted a CXO Forum and Panel Discussion centered around the theme of “The Role of Identity and Access Management in Digital Trust.” The event was held at Hilton Residencies Colombo and brought together esteemed industry experts and […]
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With the post-pandemic accelerated digital adoption, cyber-attacks on startups and small businesses are rapidly increasing around the world. While the big, high-profile breaches make headlines, many intruders prefer to target smaller unprepared organizations. During the last year, cyberattacks on small companies surged by more than 150%, according to RiskRecon, a Mastercard company that evaluates companies’ […]
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The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) in partnership with the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) and the Export Development Board (EDB) is delighted to announce that FACETS Sri Lanka, Asia’s premier gem and jewellery exhibition will be held at the Atrium Lobby of the Cinnamon Grand from January 6 to 8, 2024. […]
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Lever Ayush, a flagship brand of Unilever Sri Lanka, proudly partnered Department of Ayurveda’s AyurEx Colombo 2023 as the Title Sponsor for the International Conference focused on the promotion and advancement of traditional medicine, held on 8th, 9th, and 10th September 2023 at the BMICH. Furthermore, Lever Ayush partnered with Department of Ayurveda as the […]
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PR Wire, one of Sri Lanka’s leading Public Relations consulting firms, has earned the prestigious title of “Best Agency to Work For” (Small) for the second consecutive year at PRovoke Media’s “Best Agencies to Work For in Asia-Pacific 2023” rankings. This remarkable achievement underscores PR Wire’s unwavering dedication to cultivating a positive workplace environment and […]
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DIVA, a proud Sri Lankan brand, in collaboration with Women in Management (WIM), recently celebrated the victors of the ‘DIVA Dathata Diriyak’ program held in Dankotuwa. This initiative encompassed comprehensive training sessions centred around women’s entrepreneurship and skill enhancement. Notably, this year marked the inception of the inaugural program in the Dankotuwa region, which has […]
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Comprehensive collaboration between Huawei and ITU embarks on a promising journey of digital development for the region. In a collective move to fortify the digital skills pipeline, Huawei, the ASEAN Foundation, and the Southeast Asia Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) hosted the Seeds for the Future Summit 2023 on September 19, 2023. Under the theme […]
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Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, expands its horizons to make solar energy accessible from the south to north of the nation with its recent strategic launch in Jaffna. The newly established Experience Centre, situated at No 148 -1/1, Palali Road in Jaffna, represents a significant stride in making solar energy accessible […]
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Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s foremost provider of integrated waste management solutions is proud to announce the opening of their new e-waste and recyclables collection center, Sampath Piyasa, in Rajagiriya. Aligned with Cleantech’s principles of minimizing environmental impact, the center will collect electronic waste (e-waste) and recyclables, providing a convenient and environmentally responsible disposal solution […]
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Unilever Sri Lanka’s official e-commerce platform, uStore.lk recently entered into a partnership with Uber Eats and Celeste Daily in an effort to make grocery shopping more convenient, intuitive and reliable for its customers. The partnership paves the way for effortless access to uStore.lk, now conveniently available on Uber Eats. Customers can visit the uStore.lk shop […]
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The eighth ‘Seeds for the Future’ program began in Sri Lanka on September 13, 2023, with four outstanding students from three state universities in Sri Lanka participating this year. The students are from the Universities of Jaffna, Kelaniya, and Colombo. The ceremony was held at the Huawei Sri Lanka local office in Colombo 1 with […]
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HUTCH, the leading telecom operator in Sri Lanka, is set to redefine mobile connectivity by introducing its revolutionary eSIM for all users of compatible iPhone, Samsung, and various other smartphone brands. An eSIM, also known as an embedded SIM, is a miniature component seamlessly integrated within compatible mobile devices, obviating the necessity for physical SIM […]
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Softlogic Information Technologies (Pvt) Ltd (SITL) celebrated its 30th year of partnership with Dell technologies Inc., at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, last week, to honor both DELL and its esteemed customers. Representatives from over 100 organizations were present, including small, medium, and large companies and multinational corporations. The gathering provided a unique rostrum for the attendees […]
Continue ReadingNewly collected data reveals an abundance of dolphins and whales in shipping lanes off the south coast of Ireland Ocean Research and Conservation Association (ORCA) of Ireland and Huawei Ireland released the latest key findings on marine life protection in Ireland discovered during their joint work on the Smart Whales Sound project. The announcement took […]
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Emerald, Sri Lanka’s leading menswear brand, is delighted to announce the successful conclusion of its association as the Youth Sports Development Partner for the first-ever Youth Sports Festival organized by the Youth Sports Club. The event, which took place at Nooraniya M.M.V – Uyanwatta, witnessed an overwhelming participation of 900 students from the local community, […]
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After over two months of preparations, Island Climate Initiative with funding from USAID and in collaboration with the National Innovation Agency, John Keells X and MAS Foundation for Change, successfully hosted a Demo Day and Innovation Trade Show dedicated to unveiling groundbreaking solutions to address the pressing issue of single-use plastics – the first of […]
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Clogard, the trusted oral care brand from Hemas Consumer Brands, has long championed the social mission to build a cavity-free nation, conducting a long-running programme over the past few years which has educated thousands of school children on good oral hygiene over the years. Clogard has a 30-year history as one of the leading and […]
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The Jewellery Design Competition 2023 conducted by the Sri Lanka Gem & Jewellery Association under the theme “Celebrate Sri Lanka”, received an overwhelming number of entrants, with many professional and aspiring jewellery designers submitting a range of creative and attractive designs. Intending to bring together talented jewellery designers from around the Island, the competition encouraged […]
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Informatics International Limited (IIL), a leader in IT software, Infrastructure solutions, and services, proudly announced the resounding achievement of its esteemed customer in Myanmar, AYA SOMPO Insurance, at the prestigious Insurance Asia Awards 2023. AYA SOMPO Insurance secured the coveted “Technology Excellence Initiative of the Year – Myanmar” award, a testament to the outstanding strength […]
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Alumex PLC, Sri Lanka’s most trusted aluminium brand and subsidiary of the Hayleys Group, has partnered with the Mechanical Engineering Department of the University of Moratuwa, to champion Sri Lanka’s inaugural formula electric car as the material sponsor at the “EXMO 2023” exhibition which is the University’s flagship engineering exhibition. Alumex provided vital support to […]
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A significant stride towards revitalizing Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry was taken as the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) and the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura joined hands through a momentous Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) signing ceremony. This transformative event unfolded within the distinguished premises of the University’s […]
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Scybers, a leading cybersecurity firm, today announced a partnership with the Cyber Leadership Institute (CLI), a global leadership training organization focused on developing visionary cybersecurity leaders. The partnership will combine Scybers’ expertise in cybersecurity with CLI’s leadership development programs to create a comprehensive training and mentorship program for the next generation of cyber leaders. “The […]
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Huawei and Ericsson have signed a long-term global patent cross-licensing agreement that covers patents essential to a wide range of standards such as 3GPP, ITU, IEEE, and IETF standards for 3G, 4G, and 5G cellular technologies. The agreement covers the companies’ respective sales of network infrastructure and consumer devices, granting both parties global access to […]
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The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), the senior most automotive association in South Asia, has addressed the recent announcement regarding the relaxation of import restrictions for commercial vehicles and buses. While the CMTA acknowledges the positive step of easing these restrictions, they emphasize the need for a sustainable approach to manage foreign currency expenditure on […]
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02 Gold Awards for Best Managed Project in ‘Construction / Infrastructure Development’ and ‘Green Outcomes’ as well as 02 Silver Awards for Best Managed Project in ‘Power and Energy Sector’ and ‘Technology and IT Sector’ Hayleys Fentons, with over a century of excellence in engineering and project management, proudly walked away with four accolades at […]
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The Event Management Association of Sri Lanka (EMA), together with 𝙁𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙧é, announces the grand showcase of “Dream Music Fest 3.0,” a phenomenal audio-visual concert experience that promises to redefine entertainment norms. This extraordinary event is scheduled to unfold on the 29th of August 2023, commencing at 6.00 pm, at BMICH – Sirimavo Bandaranaike Hall A. […]
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• Partnership to empower Sri Lankan youth by establishing cutting-edge training centres • Fully updated curriculum to align with global fabrication benchmarks Alumex PLC, a subsidiary of Hayleys and a trailblazing aluminium manufacturer in Sri Lanka, has inked an MoU with the Department of Technical Education & Training (DTET), to create opportunities for the youth, […]
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Launched under the theme “Logic behind the Magic” For a significant duration of time, SLIM Brand Excellence has been celebrating supreme achievements within the nation, recognizing remarkable marketing endeavors and remarkable brand narratives. In a grand launching ceremony, SLIM recently introduced the most recent edition of this esteemed award ceremony, themed ‘Logic Behind the Magic’. […]
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The Data Center Intelligence Group (DCIG), a globally-leading technology analyst firm, has selected Huawei FusionCube as one of the world’s top enterprise hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) providers in their DCIG 2023-24 Top 5 report. Huawei FusionCube was awarded this title for its simplified and intelligent O&M management, diverse computing ecosystems, and high density and flexible hardware […]
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Global trend shifting towards homogenous and recyclable packaging materials Below are excerpts of an interview with B. Swaminathan, the CEO and President of Smart Expos & Fairs India (Pvt) Ltd, we delve into his perspectives on the transformative potential of Circular Economy and Sustainable Growth within Sri Lanka’s plastics industry. Swaminathan sheds light on how […]
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Raja Jewellers, recognized as the undisputed monarch of the gold world in Sri Lanka, recently unveiled an exquisite online product segment, exclusively designed to capture the hearts of the youth. With an enduring legacy spanning over 95 years in the industry, Raja Jewellers proudly introduced a captivating collection that speaks to the dynamic tastes of […]
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Huawei’s FTTR OptiXstar F30 products recently won both the iF and Red Dot Design Awards, two of the most prestigious international awards that recognize industrial design. The products offer innovative design and capabilities — minimalist and compact appearance, innovative Wi-Fi algorithms, ultra-low network latency, and seamless Wi-Fi roaming. Since its release in 2020, Huawei’s innovative […]
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APIIT’s Adoption of Huawei Cloud Marks a New Era of Scalability, Security, and Innovation The Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT), a prestigious educational institution, with a 23 year history in quality higher education has achieved a significant milestone by migrating its IT infrastructure to Huawei Cloud, in collaboration with DMS Software Engineering. This […]
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Pelwatte Dairy, the leading local dairy brand in Sri Lanka that produces a range of dairy products and saves valuable foreign exchange, is pioneering a series of farmer training sessions in Sri Lanka that incorporates Artificial Intelligence based farming know-how, a first in Sri Lanka. Aimed at Pelwatte Dairy’s farmer supply chain, the sessions are […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate and the sole Authorized General Distributor for Mercedes-Benz in Sri Lanka has unveiled an exciting leap towards sustainable mobility with the introduction of the all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQ range to the local market. The all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQ Range offered by DIMO includes the impressive line-up of Mercedes-Benz EQA, EQB, EQE, EQE […]
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A new era in agriculture irrigation dawned as Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited inaugurated the (Inotec) polyethylene pipe manufacturing plant. Nestled within the Lindel Industrial Zone, Sapugaskanda, this landmark facility will revolutionize Sri Lanka’s agricultural practices, offering advanced irrigation solutions. Distinguished guests, including the chief guest Mr. Gunadasa Samarasinghe, Honorable Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, […]
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First Capital Holdings PLC (the Group) announces its outstanding financial performance for the first quarter ended June 30, 2023. The Group reported an impressive Profit after Tax of Rs. 2.81 billion, marking a remarkable leap from Rs. 96 million recorded in the same period last year. Among the key divisions, the Primary Dealer segment demonstrated […]
Continue ReadingHuawei’s HongMeng Kernel was awarded the industry’s first Evaluation Assurance Level 6 Augmented (EAL6+) certificate as part of Common Criteria for Information Technology Security Evaluation (CC), the highest security level available in the field of general-purpose operating system (OS) kernels. Huawei is the world’s first smart device manufacturer to receive the certification in this particular […]
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Award in recognition of ground-breaking Electro-Mechanical systems construction Hayleys Fentons, the No. 1 Security and Surveillance, Solar EPC and MEP contractor was honoured with the prestigious Merit Award in the Construction Category at the National Awards for Construction 20/21. Organised by the Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA) under the Ministry of Urban Development and Housing, […]
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Bureau Veritas Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, (BV) and Oak Integrated Systems (Pvt) ltd teams holding the ISO 9001:2015 global certification for Quality management in Sri Lanka. © (Photographer Name) / Oak Integrated Systems (Pvt) ltd /2023 (From L-R) Nirodha Goonawardena (Head of Solution Sales, Oak), Sulochana Kariyawasam (DGM, Head of Sales & Marketing, Oak), Dilshan De […]
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Huawei announced its business results for the first half of 2023 today. Overall performance was in line with forecast. In 2023 H1, Huawei generated CNY310.9 billion in revenue, with a year-on-year increase of 3.1% and a net profit margin of 15.0%. The company’s ICT infrastructure business contributed CNY167.2 billion, its consumer business CNY103.5 billion, its […]
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Threadworks, a leading innovator in baby products, is thrilled to announce the successful launch of its ground-breaking product line – Bamboo Nappies – in Australia. Designed to provide parents with a sustainable, comfortable, and eco-conscious diapering option, the launch marks a significant milestone in the Australian baby care market. Velona Cuddles Bamboo Nappies are crafted […]
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The Hotel Show in Colombo witnessed a thrilling spectacle as Shan Hussain of Uga Residence emerged victorious and claimed the prestigious Bar Champ 2023 title. Shan’s exceptional mixology skills wowed the judges and made his cocktails stand out from the competition. Outshining 84 participants from all corners of the island, Shan secured a place in […]
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Janashakthi Life, a pioneering life insurance provider in Sri Lanka, recently hosted the ‘Janashakthi Life Achievers Golden Night,’ at the iconic Lotus Tower in Colombo. The event celebrated the outstanding performances of 300 highflyers who excelled in the first half of the year. Esteemed guests, including Janashakthi Life’s Deputy Chairman, Prakash Schaffter, and Group MD/CEO, […]
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Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, is proud to announce its partnership with Dipped Products PLC (DPL), on a groundbreaking corporate sustainability initiative. Commencing on June 21st, 2023, the installation of a cutting-edge 1MW system at DPL’s Premier Gloves Manufacturing complex within the Biyagama Industrial Zone marked a key milestone in DPL’s […]
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Industry pioneer demonstrates a commitment to recognizing internal talent to continue to drive business growth Informatics Pvt Limited (IPL), a leader in IT Banking and IT Infrastructure Solutions and Managed Services, announced the promotion of Ruwini Weliwita to the prestigious role of General Manager – Sales. This appointment highlights IPL’s commitment to fostering internal excellence […]
Continue ReadingFirst Capital Treasuries PLC, Sri Lanka’s oldest operating non-bank primary dealer, announced the appointment of Sachith Perera as the company’s Chief Executive Officer with effect from 31st July 2023. Sachith is a financial market professional with a career spanning over 30 years primarily in Treasury and Balance Sheet Management and Financial Derivative Solutions. He is a […]
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Huawei Cloud’s Pangu-Weather Model, an AI model for global weather forecasting, is now available on the website of the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) . On this website, global weather forecasters, meteorologists, weather enthusiasts, as well as the general public can now view Pangu-Weather’s 10-day global weather forecasts for free. ECMWF also released a technical […]
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Capazity (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lankas pioneering organisation exclusively focusing on the senior citizen segment of Sri Lanka recently sealed a partnership with Ceylon X Corporation (Pvt) Ltd to enable several digitized processes and digital platforms to provide world class, ahead-of-the curve services to its members, island wide merchant partners, trainers/facilitators. Capazity is an organisation that […]
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HUTCH Sri Lanka CEO Thirukumar Nadarasa will retire on 15th September 2023 after 25 years with the Hutchison Group. Since he has accumulated outstanding leave, his last working date with Hutch is 31st July 2023. During his tenure, he worked in different Hutchison Telecommunication subsidiaries in the group. He rejoined Hutch Sri Lanka in 2012 […]
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Huawei is committed to working with its global partners to promote financial inclusion and improve lives by bringing equal, effective, comprehensive, and convenient digital financial products and services to every person and organization. Huawei Mobile Money is part of Huawei’s efforts to bridge the digital divide through mobile communications technologies and digital payment platforms. This […]
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Co-founder and CEO of Inqbaytor, the trailblazing travel technology company, Dr. Harshani Perera, has been honoured with two extraordinary awards, acknowledging her exceptional contributions and leadership in the fields of Information Technology and the travel industry. Dr. Perera received the prestigious ‘Woman Technopreneur of the Year 2023’ at the SLASSCOM National Ingenuity Awards 2023, and […]
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Alumex PLC, the leading aluminium manufacturer in Sri Lanka, announced the conclusion of a successful programme for its Lumin Certified Fabricators Club – an exclusive community recognising the most skilled and certified fabricators for Lumin products. With an unwavering commitment to supporting the local fabricator community since 1986, Alumex has revolutionised the aluminium sector and […]
Continue ReadingHuawei OceanStor Dorado All-Flash Storage is the world’s first data storage product to get a DEKRA Certificate for ISO14067 carbon footprint compliance as well as much-valued DEKRA Seal Certificates that can be affixed on the products. DEKRA is one of the world’s leading expert organizations in the testing, inspection, and certification sector. This pioneering achievement […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, elevated the country’s residential landscape with “Enta Villa,” the revolutionary home elevator solutions from TKE. In 2018 DIMO was appointed as the sole distributor, installer, and service provider in Sri Lanka and Maldives for TKE a global leader in elevators and escalators from Germany. Today DIMO has […]
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In an inspiring display of ingenuity and determination, Hatch in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka, showcased a remarkable array of innovative startups at the much-anticipated CONNECT Demo Day. With passion and resilience, 18 exceptional startups took center stage, illuminating a path toward a brighter and more sustainable future for […]
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Demonstrating its continuous commitment to collecting plastic and tackling marine plastic pollution, Hemas FMCG joined hands with Clean Ocean Force for an extensive beach cleanup on 22nd July 2023, at Crow Island Beach, with the enthusiastic participation of its employees, interns from the MAS-Dialog-Hemas Summer Interns Programme, Rotaract Club of Colombo Regent and Universal College […]
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On May 18th 2023, Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, partnered with Watchtower Sri Lanka to construct a 2MWh battery backup system powered by solar PV, designed to provide energy independence, offering up to three days of uninterrupted power. This landmark project marks a significant milestone for the renewable energy sector in […]
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First Capital, the pioneering investment institution in Sri Lanka, is delighted to announce its triumph as the ‘Most Valuable Consumer Brand in the Investment Banking Sector,’ featured in the esteemed ‘Brands Annual 2023’ edition by Brand Finance. This achievement marks the second consecutive year that First Capital has secured the top spot, affirming its position […]
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Unilever Sri Lanka’s flagship Ayurveda brand, Lever Ayush joined hands with the Department of Ayurveda as a main partner for the recently held “Wedaduru Abhiman, Presidential Ayurveda Award Ceremony” which was organised for the first time in history by the Department of Ayurveda under the Ministry of Health. Wedaduru Abhiman is a program that recognizes […]
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The Digital Marketing Association of Sri Lanka (DMASL), the professional body for digital marketers in Sri Lanka along with Dialog Axiata PLC, will be hosting The Sri Lanka Digital Marketing Summit 2023 on the 4th of July. It will be held at the Taj Samudra Colombo. The theme for this year will be ‘The Lankan […]
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Prásara, the Hela Osu infused wellness brand from Hemas Manufacturing, proudly opened its all-new Herbarium on the 5th July 2023 in Dankotuwa. This all-new Herbarium consists over 200 unique Hela Osu plants and was designed to serve as a hub for education and research, welcoming schools and universities to explore the wonders of Sri Lanka’s […]
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Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, the esteemed joint venture between Fountain Set (Holdings) Limited, Brandix Lanka Limited, and Hirdaramani Group, proudly inaugurated its new office premises recently. The momentous occasion was celebrated with a grand ceremony and a captivating cocktail event, symbolizing a significant milestone in the collaboration between these esteemed organizations. The welcome note was […]
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GlobalData, a world-renowned consulting firm, recently released a report entitled “Network Function Virtualization Infrastructure (NFVI)/Telco Cloud Infrastructure: Competitive Landscape Assessment”. The report evaluates global telco cloud platform vendors in terms of architecture, carrier-grade capabilities, management, market momentum, performance, and professional services. Huawei telco cloud solution was once again named the “Leader” among its peers for […]
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In a powerful display of collective commitment to address climate change and promote sustainable practices, Hayleys Solar, the leading renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons and the country’s No.1 solar provider, joins forces with Crystal Martin Ceylon Group to embark on the second phase of a groundbreaking solar installation project. With a total project investment […]
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Fems, the socially responsible feminine hygiene care brand by Hemas Consumer Brands, won the prestigious ‘Best Community Initiative Focusing on Women Led Project of the Year’ award at the recently-concluded Top 50 Professional & Career Women Global Awards for its groundbreaking project, ‘Fems AYA’. The project has empowered countless women and girls by making menstruation products […]
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The Scale-Up Shop, an initiative aimed at fostering innovation in the Sri Lankan manufacturing and export sector, is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for its transformative program. The Scale-Up Shop is carried out as part of the ‘Support to Small and Medium Enterprises in the Organic Agriculture Sector’ Programme jointly co-financed by the […]
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The company promotes IP protection, striking a balance between technology innovation and adoption Huawei, one of the world’s largest patent holders, announced royalty rates for its handsets, Wi-Fi, and Internet of Things (IoT) patent license programs on 13 July 2023. “Huawei is willing to share cutting-edge innovations in the form of patents with the world,” […]
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Keeping abreast with the advancements in the digital era and its pioneering spirit, the premier transnational higher education provider in Sri Lanka, Universal College Lanka (UCL) launches the only British MSc Digital Marketing Communications programme in Sri Lanka in partnership with the prestigious University of Central Lancashire, UK. This initiative is set to empower local […]
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A problem statement Huawei introduced as part of a competition at the recent AI for Good Global Summit, the leading United Nations platform for inclusive dialogue on AI, seeks to raise awareness on the role of AI in combating climate change. This problem statement is part of a series of competitions curated by United Nations […]
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The 2023 Esala festivals of the Kataragama Kiri Vehera and the Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Devalaya, two important places of worship in Sri Lanka, are being illuminated by The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC the pioneer herbal – personal care products manufacturer. The illumination is done under the theme of “Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya” The on-going […]
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First Capital, the pioneering investment institution and non-bank market leader in primary dealing, successfully concluded the 8th edition of the First Capital Colombo Symposium 2023, one of the largest investor symposiums ever held in Sri Lanka. The event themed “Invest with Impact, Seize Capital Market Opportunities” took place on July 4th, 2023, at the Shangri-La […]
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▪ Aims to revolutionize the way technology drives hospitality experiences ▪ Unveiled “Smart Hospitality” trends, including Smart Check-in ▪ Expected benefits include up to 15% increase in revenue generation for hotels Hayleys Fentons ICT, Sri Lanka’s pioneering PABX (Private Automatic Branch Exchange) communication system service provider, joined forces with NEC Japan, a multinational technology and […]
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The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Huawei, and other partners officially launched the “Global Alliance on Artificial Intelligence for Industry and Manufacturing” (AIM Global) on 6 July 2023, at the sixth World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC). Led by UNIDO, AIM Global will integrate public and private partners to foster the use of and innovation […]
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Hutchison Telecommunications Lanka (Private) Limited (“Hutch”), and its infrastructure partner Edotco Services Lanka (Private) Limited (“Edotco”) launched the very first advertising LED Panel in Edotco’s smart lamp pole network. Edotco has close to 700 such smart lamp poles in the country in various key strategic locations, and this LED Advertisement is the very first commercial […]
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Orion City IT Park, welcomes Atlas Axillia Co. (Pvt) Ltd, the leading stationery & learning company in Sri Lanka, who has chosen Orion City as the ideal location for their Marketing and Growth team. Atlas Axillia was founded in 1959 and has evolved into Sri Lanka’s foremost learning company fully owned by Hemas Holding Limited. […]
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Unity Systems PVT Ltd, a leading authorized IT and computer retail store in Sri Lanka, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its brand-new store in Bambalapitya. This exciting development comes as a result of the company’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional products and services to its valued customers. The new store, previously located […]
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Hayleys Fentons fortifies Sri Lanka’s largest warehouse under one roof Over 200 High-Definition Cameras Secure 455,000 Sq Ft Warehousing Space in Just 2 Weeks Hayleys Fentons Security and Surveillance Division, a leading provider of cutting-edge security solutions, partnered with Advantis 3PL, the market leader in Third Party Logistics (3PL) solutions, to fortify the security measures […]
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Huawei announced they will launch a complete set of commercial 5.5G network equipment in 2024 at the 5G Advanced Forum during MWC Shanghai 2023. Huawei’s Director and President of ICT Products & Solutions Yang Chaobin who made the announcement said the company intends for this launch to mark the beginning of the 5.5G era for […]
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At the opening day of MWC Shanghai 2023 today, Sabrina Meng, Huawei’s Rotating Chairwoman and CFO, gave a keynote titled “Embracing 5G transformation”. “5G has been in commercial use around the world for four years now. It’s driving new value creation, and 5.5G is the next step forward,” said Meng. “Science and technology are moving […]
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The Overseas School of Colombo is a benchmark institution of academic finesse, renowned for progressive, holistic experiential learning. OSC has to its merit the status as the oldest international education institution established in 1957, to being the only IB World School in Sri Lanka. OSC is a learning hub composed of over 40 nationalities, maintaining […]
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Hosts Brand Conclave connecting top tier global industry brands with local businesses Hayleys Aventura, a leading industrial solutions provider, hosted their Brand Conclave on the 27th of June bringing together some of the world’s most reputed industrial brands and their top management, to interact and share insights on their world-class product innovations, all under one […]
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Bags Prestigious Overall Winner – Silver Award Runner-up in the Extra-Large Sector Winner for Local Market Reach Winner for Infrastructure and Utilities Sector Total 18 National Business Excellence Awards won by the Hayleys Group Hayleys Fentons achieved a significant milestone at the National Business Excellence Awards 2023 by winning four major awards in their inaugural […]
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Crocodile, the leading fashion brand known for its timeless designs and exceptional quality, is thrilled to announce the opening of its brand-new store in Wattala. This latest addition to Crocodile’s retail portfolio marks the company’s 8th store, further solidifying its position as a key player in the premium fashion industry. Situated on the 4th Floor […]
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BCS The Chartered Institute for IT – Sri Lanka Section (BCSSL) elected its new leadership for the year 2023/2024 at the Annual General Meeting held recently at BMICH. The new leadership team consists of the Executive Committee led by Chairman Mr. Alanzo Doll, Secretary Mr. Sanjeewa Perera and Treasurer Mr. Sampath Senadeera, while Mr. Vajeendra […]
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Unilever Sri Lanka, in its commitment to fostering economic growth and empowering young individuals, has joined hands with the National Youth Services Council to launch an island-wide career development program. This initiative aims to create job opportunities and cultivate future-fit careers in Sales & Marketing for the youth, ultimately contributing to the country’s economy. With […]
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The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), one of the longest standing automotive associations in South Asia, has recently raised concerns regarding the fairness of current import regulations, shedding light on the importation of extravagant items such as televisions and mobile phones, while essential necessities such as a motorcycle remains restricted. The CMTA emphasizes the need […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, is delighted to announce the realigning of its power and energy operations under the new brand identity: DIMO Energy which operates in three main pillars High Voltage Power Solution, Medium Voltage & Low Voltage Power Solutions and Renewable Energy Solutions. DIMO Energy provides comprehensive solutions in the […]
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Kumarika, the leading local hair care brand in Sri Lanka from Hemas Consumer Brands, embarked on journey over the years to connect with pilgrims who were visiting the Mihinthale Temple. These initiatives were implemented to create meaningful experiences and deepen Kumarika’s bond with its valued consumers. This year, the Mihintale initiative kicked off with a […]
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The Jeep Club of Sri Lanka (JCSL) recently organised the highly anticipated Jeep Club Expedition 2023, aptly named “Call of the Wild.” A group of 20 ardent JCSL members embarked on an extraordinary adventure, immersing themselves in the awe-inspiring landscapes of the majestic Yala National Park. With their families by their side, they gathered at […]
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The fourth Annual General Meeting of the All Island Dairy Association (AIDA) was recently held at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce premises in Colombo. The AIDA which is affiliated with the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, and plays a pivotal role in representing the local dairy industry by fostering agreements, aligning goals, and mobilising the industry. […]
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Trainocate SEANM, a leading IT training provider, organized a highly anticipated “Cisco Partner Gathering” on May 17th, 2023, at their Colombo office. The event aimed to raise awareness about Cisco’s comprehensive security product portfolio and equip Trainocate’s partners with the knowledge and guidance to effectively position these solutions within their customers’ infrastructure. With cybersecurity becoming […]
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Four Hatch startups: Hyperglade, Miris by Islandmom, True by Tina and Feelo have acquired funding to take their businesses to the next level. The most significant of these funding opportunities came from Silicon Valley investor Tim Draper who funded Hyperglade with USD350,000 proving that the local entrepreneurial talent among Hatch startups are capable of making […]
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The 5G-Advanced Core Industry Forum — hosted by China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) and co-hosted by Huawei — was held at the China National Convention Center during the 31st PT Expo China. One of the most influential ICT industry events in Asia, PT Expo China gathers thought leaders and specialists from all […]
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Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, has completed phase 1 of the grid-tied rooftop solar PV system for Emjay International (Pvt) Ltd, a leading apparel manufacturer. This project covered Emjay’s manufacturing facilities located at Karandagolla, Kurunegala, and Panwila, Kandy. The project is part of Emjay’s ‘Mihiliya’ sustainability initiative to create energy-efficient and […]
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Gulf Binance Co., Ltd., (“Gulf Binance”), a joint venture between Binance and Gulf Innova Co., Ltd. (“Gulf”) has been granted digital asset operator licenses by the Thailand Ministry of Finance through the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) in Thailand. Gulf Binance was established following a 2022 agreement between the two organizations to set up a […]
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The International Labour Organization (ILO), in collaboration with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the Office of the Governor of the Northern Province, and the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, successfully organized a national policy symposium focused on promoting youth entrepreneurship and generating greater private sector investments in Sri Lanka. With a regional and sectoral focus, […]
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NAITA-HUAWEI ICT Academy for Vocational Training successfully trained over 260 individuals in nine sessions by April 2023. This is the number of training youths from August 2021 to April 2023. The active sessions continued throughout the Covid-19 pandemic and the economic downturn. On April 16, 2021, Huawei began collaborating with the National Apprentice and Industrial […]
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Island Climate Initiative in partnership with the National Innovation Agency, John Keells X and MAS Foundation for Change and the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Clean Cities, Blue Ocean program, is supporting innovators to find creative new solutions to combat plastic waste with a recently launched Plastic Innovation Challenge. Around the world 11 […]
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From Binance-style super meet-ups to online contests, the crypto exchange is celebrating Bitcoin’s famous first purchase Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, is celebrating the thirteenth anniversary of Bitcoin Pizza Day, the historic day in 2010 that a purchase of two pizzas was made in return for 10,000 Bitcoin (BTC). To celebrate this monumental day […]
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Stafford Motors, Sri Lanka’s sole authorised distributor for The Honda Motor Corporation of Japan, is conducting a nationwide inspection campaign for Honda motorcycles. The campaign will be held in conjunction with dealers across the island. The objective of the campaign is to educate customers about the importance of using genuine parts and how to identify […]
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Granbell Hotel Colombo, a Japanese-owned hotel in the heart of Sri Lanka’s bustling capital city, recently celebrated its first anniversary in style. The hotel commemorated this milestone with a grand press conference, captivating the attention of media personnel and esteemed guests from across the industry. The hotel’s management shared insights into their successful journey, highlighting […]
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In the recent Huawei Asia Pacific Partners Congress，Simon Zou, Vice President of Huawei EBG Global Public Sector, shed light on Huawei’s expanding partnership network and its role in advancing digital transformation in government, education, and healthcare industries. In the Asia Pacific region, the company’s sales increased by 65% year-on-year. In addition, the proportion of revenue […]
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Hayleys Agriculture recorded the highest number of tractor sales in the month of April 2023 and having the highest number registered with The Registrar of Motor Vehicles (RMV). The company dominated the market in April 2023 while obtaining its highest-ever market share. The Company secured a whopping 52% share of total tractor registrations and a […]
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Hayleys Agriculture, one of Sri Lanka’s leading agricultural solutions providers, partnered with Shizuoka Seiki Japan, which has been manufacturing agricultural machinery for over 40 years and has continuously innovated advancements in grain processing technology, to introduce the all-new Shizuoka Circulation type Grain Dryer, with cutting-edge Japanese technology, in an effort to enhance the country’s grain […]
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The International Schools of Sri Lanka (TISSL) is an association comprising of 23 premier international schools in the country. The association was established with the multiple objectives of promoting global best practices in education, increasing collaboration between international schools and strengthening goodwill among school communities. TISSL is now recognized as the leading voice of the […]
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VMware adds 19 sovereign cloud providers to its portfolio in APJ over the last 12 months Businesses across Southeast Asia are pivoting towards cloud sovereignty to deal with the increasing complexity of data protection and privacy regulations together with the need to transform at scale for business growth. In response to the growing demands, VMware, […]
Continue ReadingHuawei kicked off its Asia Pacific Partners Conference 2023 in Shenzhen today, bringing together over 1,200 of its partners from more than 10 countries and regions to explore ways to seek new growth and win the future. Huawei also hosted an APAC partners alliance launch ceremony during the event. Asia-Pacific has long been an engine […]
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IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. USA recently partnered up with Haychem Bangladesh Limited (a subsidiary of Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Limited, Sri Lanka). IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. is an American multinational corporation that specializes in the development, manufacture, and distribution of veterinary diagnostic products and services. The company is a pioneer and global leader in veterinary diagnostics. As a […]
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Orion City IT Park, a commercial and office infrastructure provider, recently welcomed the expansion of Infomate, a company of the John Keells Group with world-class facilities. The company’s expansion is a testament to the unparalleled service provided by Orion City, which is dedicated to supporting the growth of companies such as Infomate. Infomate officials said […]
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Dandex, a leading haircare brand from Hemas Consumer Brands, introduces Dandex – Head & Hair, an all-new range of haircare solutions especially formulated for women. Dandex- Head & Hair will be available island wide in a variety of value pack sizes and is backed by 30 years of haircare expertise. Dandex – Head & Hair […]
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Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, in partnership with Lumala, a pioneering bicycle brand in Sri Lanka with a market presence of 4 decades, is looking to revolutionize the country’s e-mobility sector. This expedition, named the “Eco Ride”, took place covering a route of over 800 km extended from Point Pedro to […]
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Staying true to its purpose of empowering women to be economically independent, Diva, a proudly Sri Lankan laundry care brand, recently organised several Avurudu pola, where female entrepreneurs who had undergone Diva’s entrepreneurial skills development programme earlier were given the opportunity to sell their products directly to consumers. Hemas paved the way for Diva to […]
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With a 100% user recommendation rate and a full score of 5.0 based on 214 reviews, Huawei was recognized a 2023 Customers’ Choice in the Gartner Peer Insights™ Voice of the Customer for Primary Storage for its OceanStor Dorado all-flash storage. As part of the evaluation process, Huawei OceanStor Dorado all-flash storage was reviewed by […]
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Sri Lankan Web3 and blockchain firm, HyperGlade, announced it has raised USD 350,000 in funding from Silicon Valley investor Tim Draper’s venture capital firm, Draper Associates, as a part of their seed investment round. The investment reinforces HyperGlade’s innovative Web3 migration solutions for Web2 firms and highlights the potential of the Sri Lankan startup ecosystem. […]
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Binance Sensei is an innovative AI-driven learning tool that is seamlessly integrated with Binance Academy. Binance Sensei leverages the power of artificial intelligence to help users access the wealth of knowledge available on Binance Academy in a more intuitive manner. Binance Sensei is the ultimate destination for free education on Web3, blockchain, and crypto. Designed […]
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7UP®, recently launched its super-duper refreshing summer campaign featuring brand ambassador and superstar Rashmika Mandanna. The film showcases Rashmika’ s experience with 7UP® as it brings alive the brand’s new positioning ‘Super Duper Refresher’ across Sri Lanka. Opening on a sunny, sweltering day, the new film features Rashmika requesting a shopkeeper for a 7UP®. The […]
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FitsAir, Sri Lanka’s first privately owned international airline, is proud to announce that it has reached an important milestone by flying more than 50,000 passengers to and from Bandaranayake International Airport since its launch just six months ago. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the airline’s continued growth, especially since it has only been […]
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Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s leading provider of integrated waste management solutions was recently accredited with the prestigious ISO 14001:2015 certification for its commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable waste management practices. The Company is engaged in provision of recycling, E waste handling, build environmental maintenance, solid waste, hygiene and sanitation services. This certification demonstrates […]
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The Sri Lanka Retailer’s Association (SLRA) held its 6th Annual General Meeting at the Colombo on the 25th of April 2023 at Hilton Residencies. The event was attended by members of the SLRA, and Mr. Vish Govindasamy, Chairman Chamber of Commerce and Group Managing Director of Sunshine Holdings PLC as the Chief Guest. Former President, […]
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Amidst 75 years of political failures and growing public alienation, a new generation of leaders launched the United Centenary Front on Saturday, April 29th, at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium, offering a direct solution to Sri Lanka’s current crises. This momentous occasion marks the culmination of a four-year journey traversing all 25 districts of our nation, […]
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DIMO’s agriculture arm, DIMO Agribusinesses is now fully equipped to enhance the local agriculture sector with modern and SMART technologies, including micro-irrigation solutions and protected cultivation systems, covering every part of the country. DIMO Agribusinesses, partnered with Rivulis and Eurodrip, leading global micro-irrigation solutions providers, to establish SMART micro-irrigation solutions a few years back. Rivulis […]
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Sri Lanka with its transcendent beaches and beautiful mountain ranges is vastly considered to be one of the world’s top tourist destinations. Tourism contributes a significant % (12.6% in 2018) to Sri Lanka’s GDP, and the businesses across the sector are struggling significant drops in tourist numbers. There has been a <70% drop in the […]
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The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), the most senior automotive association in South Asia, recently held the inaugural CMTA Masterminds Quiz Competition at Playtrix, Colombo City Centre. The competition was designed and organised by the CMTA HR Forum to promote networking among Member companies and encourage employee engagement which is a vital under the current […]
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International Distillers Limited (IDL) is proud to announce that it has received the coveted ‘Great Place to Work’ certification, a recognition that acknowledges the company’s commitment to providing an exceptional workplace culture. As one of Sri Lanka’s leading corporates, and a manufacturer and importer of quality spirits, this certification further solidifies IDL’s position as an […]
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Huawei announced that it has replaced the legacy ERP system with its MetaERP system over which it has full control. Today, Huawei hosted the MetaERP Award Ceremony to recognize the individuals and teams who made critical contributions to this project. The event titled “Heroes Fighting to Cross the Dadu River” was held at the company’s […]
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By Leon Foong, Head of APAC, Binance The events in 2022 served to remind us of the importance of regulatory compliance when it comes to protecting users and maximizing user security and trust in the industry. As we move forward and usher in a new chapter of growth for the crypto industry, regulatory harmonization will […]
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The Diva Dathata Diriya training sessions are aimed at empowering women to grow their businesses and services. The aim of the Diva Dathata Diriya training sessions is to equip women entrepreneurs with the necessary resources and training opportunities, enabling them to enhance their business growth with self-assurance. Following the success of the initial sessions held […]
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Axiata Digital Labs, the leading provider of innovative software solutions, has announced the launch of a new website aimed at promoting online safety for kids, giving parents a platform to learn and explore the different methods of keeping their children safe. The launch of kidssafe.lk is a significant step forward in the fight against cyberbullying, […]
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For over 25 years, AIESEC in Sri Lanka has been a pioneer in creating value driven leaders and bringing in initiatives that have served to impact Sri Lanka. As an organization driven by youth for youth, AIESEC in Sri Lanka has successfully completed many impactful initiatives and will continue to by holding the Asia Pacific […]
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M Power Capital., one of the leading corporate finance and investment banking firms in the country, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lakmal Jayarathne as its new CEO with effect from April 2023. Lakmal, a qualified management accountant, is a very competent investment banker with over 20 years of varied and comprehensive experience in […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka and the only Authorised General Distributor for Jeep in the country, recently opened the all-new Jeep Performance Centre. This state-of-the-art aftersales facility has been designed to offer Jeep owners comprehensive care and the launch event was attended by several Jeep owners. Located at the DIMO 800, Centre […]
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The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA) the most senior automotive association in South Asia, recently concluded another Stakeholder Breakfast Forum, which was held at the Hilton Colombo Residencies. The event was graced by the Ambassador for Japan in Sri Lanka His Excellency Mizukoshi Hideaki as the guest speaker while several senior officials from Ministries, Government […]
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3rd April 2023, Colombo Sri Lanka: Luxury brand Aaraa & Aati is bringing back the essence of the ancient trading method with its unique auction event “Mini Ratnapura Market”. The event is set to take place at their flagship store located on the first floor of Crescat Boulevard, and customers can acquire top-quality sapphires and […]
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3rd April 2023, Colombo Sri Lanka: Luxury brand Aaraa & Aati is bringing back the essence of the ancient trading method with its unique auction event “Mini Ratnapura Market”. The event is set to take place at their flagship store located on the first floor of Crescat Boulevard, and customers can acquire top-quality sapphires and […]
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Axiata Digital Labs, the leading provider of innovative digital solutions and services, has once again proved its commitment to corporate social responsibility by contributing to the well-being of children in need through the ADL Heartbeat initiative. Axiata Digital Labs, along with its team members recently made a generous donation of essential and daily-use products to […]
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Huawei plans to develop fifty thousand ICT talents in South Asia in the next five years. The strategy will include various programs like building ICT academies, different ICT and startup competitions, online course enrollment, fresh employee recruitment, etc. The announcement has come in an event titled ‘Building a Smart Talent Ecosystem, In South Asia, For […]
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Singer Sri Lanka PLC, the leading retailer of consumer durables in the country, has been honored with its 17th consecutive ‘People’s Brand of the Year’ Award at the SLIM-KANTAR People’s Awards 2023, organized by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM). This achievement underscores Singer’s supremacy in the consumer durables industry and the brand’s widespread […]
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Fems Aya, the nationwide initiative of Fems – a leading Hygiene Care brand of Hemas Consumer Brands, is celebrating its second anniversary of impacting lives and communities by offering awareness on menstrual health and equal access to low-cost, high-quality sanitary napkins. The purposeful initiative was first launched on International Women’s Day – March 8th, 2021. […]
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The Lions and Leos of Multiple District 306 Sri Lanka (MD 306), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, are hosting the inauguration ceremony of the ‘Protect Child Nutrition’ project at the Holy Rosary School, in Colombo 02. The Chief Guest for the event is the Minister of Education, Hon. Dr. Susil Premajayantha, and the […]
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DIMO Academy for Technical Skills (DATS) recently held its 31st Convocation ceremony at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall to honour the graduates of the year 2022. The ceremony was a proud moment for the institute as it produced yet another batch of globally recognized Automobile Mechatronics technicians for the country. The students who successfully […]
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Huawei released its 2022 Annual Report today. The company reports steady operations throughout 2022, having generated CNY642.3 billion in revenue and CNY35.6 billion in net profits. Huawei continues to strengthen investment in R&D, with an annual expenditure of CNY161.5 billion in 2022, representing 25.1% of the company’s annual revenue and bringing its total R&D expenditure […]
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The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) recently hosted the annual 2023 panel discussion in celebration of the International Women’s Day at Hilton Colombo Residences, for the fourth consecutive year. This year’s topic for the forum was Women’s Leadership in Crisis, Change and Transformation, and the keynote address was based on Unlocking Women’s Leadership Potential […]
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hSenid Business Solutions PLC was audited and certified with the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 standard by the Bureau Veritas Certification Holding SAS – UK Branch. The certification is an international recognition on information security standards published by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) that specifies the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, […]
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The Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers & Riders (SLARDAR), the premier Motor Racing Club in Sri Lanka and Asian Motor Racing Club (AMRC), launch the ‘Sri Lanka Super Series 2023’ in partnership with Principal Sponsor Nippon Paints, Official Tyre Partner, Maxxis Tyres and Official Lubricant Partner Mobil. This is the first of such racing […]
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Singer partners with Interact in Rotary International District 3220 as the Title Partner for the 3rd consecutive year with the DELL Brand in the premier youth musical event of Sri Lanka, Interflash’23. Held annually for over a decade, Interflash is one of the most exciting events in the Interact calendar, routinely drawing an audience in […]
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The Overseas School of Colombo (OSC) will organize an Open Day on Saturday, the 25th of March 2023, at the school premises in Pelawatte, Battaramulla from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Did you know The Overseas School of Colombo (OSC) is truly a world-class educational institution? With its origins dating back to 1957 OSC has […]
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Unilever Sri Lanka has been recognized as the No. 01 Employer of Choice among undergraduates in Sri Lanka for the 11th consecutive year. This prestigious award is a reinforcement of the unwavering commitment of the company towards developing Sri Lankan youth as purpose led, future fit leaders of tomorrow. The Employer of Choice survey is […]
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OKLO Private Limited, a leading provider of customer-driven innovative technology solutions, has been honoured with two prestigious awards at the FITIS Digital Excellence Awards, which took place on 28th February 2023 at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo. OKLO received an award for ‘Best Consumer Digital Engagement’ and an award for ‘Best Use of Data & […]
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Heshani Kaumadi, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of InTalent Asia, recently won the ‘Self Reliance Award’ at the Femina Awards Ceremony organized by the Saubhagya Foundation, held on the 8th of March 2023, coinciding with International Women’s Day. The Femina Awards aimed to recognize, appreciate, and empower women who were exceptionally resourceful and determined […]
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A pristine campus that has stayed true to its motto ‘Unity in Diversity’ in the eons, since its inception in 1957, The Overseas School of Colombo (OSC) is committed to benchmarks that define and exemplify excellence. The Overseas School of Colombo (OSC) is truly a hallmark institution of academic finesse, multi-cultural diversity, specializing in progressive […]
Continue ReadingJaya Container Terminals Limited (JCT Limited), is a fully owned subsidiary of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA). Since 2008, its primary business has been to store marine fuel, including Low Sulphur Fuel (LSF) and Marine Gas Oil (MGO) for seagoing vessels. The facility spans over 9 acres and initially consisted of 13 fuel tanks […]
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Image Captions – “Meet the amazing women behind Raja Jewellers – masters of multiple trades, from manufacturing, crafting and designing to sales and customer care, they are the driving force behind every aspect of the jewellery business.” ‘Be Yourself’ campaign of Raja Jewellers, the undisputed monarch of the gold world, offers many discounts in celebration […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, was recognized as the Overall Runner Up as well as the Winner in the Conglomerates & Diversified category at the prestigious ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards 2022. Gahanath Pandithage, Group Chief Executive Officer of DIMO shared his thoughts on the win. “This is a phenomenal achievement […]
Continue ReadingAIESEC in Sri Lanka has initiated a large-scale SDG Facilitation project in the months of Febraury to April with the promise of empowering youth leaders to be responsible citizens and to change communities while engaging young people to work towards a better future for our country. As an island-wide project, Youth4SriLanka attempts to engage 25000+ […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, participated at the 13th edition of Jaffna International Trade Fair 2023, exhibiting some of the world’s best engineered brands and several other solutions offered by the company. The fair commenced on 3rd March 2023 at Muttraweli Grounds in Jaffna, attracting a large number of visitors to the […]
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With an increased focus on women-focused education, mentorship and scholarships, crypto exchange aims to level its industry’s gender gap Ahead of International Women’s Day, Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, is renewing its commitment to increase the number of women active and employed in Web3. Through women-focused education and mentorship initiatives, Binance to date has […]
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Huawei held Product & Solution Launch 2023 at Mobile World Congress (MWC23), and Huawei Cloud is there to release its new global offerings such as Landing Zone and Cloud on Cloud. Jacqueline Shi, President of Huawei Cloud Global Marketing and Sales Service, delivered a keynote speech entitled “Unleash Digital with Everything as a Service”. “We […]
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Axiata Digital Labs (ADL), the renowned innovative software solutions provider, highlighted its commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) with a valuable donation of dry rations and everyday essentials to the Social Services Elders Home in Moratuwa. This CSR effort was yet another chapter of the ADL Heartbeat initiative, the company’s dedicated CSR arm that demonstrates […]
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At MWC Barcelona 2023, Huawei showcases leading technologies, new business opportunities, and industry progress in the 5.5G era. The company aims to work with carriers and industry partners around the world to further the evolution of ICT infrastructure, lay the foundation for the 5.5G era, and build on the success of 5G for even greater […]
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Uga Ulagalla, the pristine 58-acre property nestled in Thirappane, Anuradhapura, renowned for its unspoiled cultural allure, has partnered with the Center for Conservation and Research (CCR) to launch its first-ever community-based village fencing project in Pittala Konderama and Karambe. The initiative aims to mitigate human-elephant conflicts (HEC) in the area. The inauguration of the project […]
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Blockchain is one of the most fascinating innovations of our generation, revolutionizing numerous products and services within financial services and beyond. Cryptocurrencies, perhaps the most recognizable application of distributed ledger technology, have thorough and sophisticated technological underpinnings, innovative applications and untapped potential and utility – all making them incredibly viable and valuable as both technology […]
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HUTCH, the pioneering mobile telecom operator in Sri Lanka, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the people of the country during these trying economic times. The latest initiative focuses on three products, enabling customers to access the most affordable fixed-price options, eliminating the worry of excessive usage and spend. The packages look to […]
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Huawei announced it has joined the UNESCO Global Alliance for Literacy (GAL) today as part of the company’s lead up to the Mobile World Congress 2023. The announcement was made at a Digital Talent Summit co-hosted by Huawei and the Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL) which serves as the Secretariat of the GAL. At the […]
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The AB Cash Management services entity which is under AB Securitas (Pvt), the leader in Total Loss Prevention Solutions Provider in the country, recently introduced Total SSD Management in Sri Lanka. This newest add-on to the products and services is the novelty concept of “Brown Label SSD. The project is operated under AB Cash Management […]
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Sarvodaya Fusion, the ICT for Development Arm of the Sarvodaya Movement being true to its long-standing ethos to serve the communities and empower the youth of this country recently launched the Personal Financial Literacy and Green Skills Programme 2022 in collaboration with HSBC. This programme is presented by HSBC and implemented by Sarvodaya Fusion for […]
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If you’re after A/L’s and wondering what to do next or if you are considering to upgrade your qualifications and looking for a job (at whatever age or stage in your career), or planning to elevate your career to the next level; to know all the choices, options and opportunities you have at your disposal, […]
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Singer (Sri Lanka), a company renowned for empowering Sri Lankans with cutting-edge technology, recently launched a brand-new range of all-in-one Flat Panel smartboards to help enhance the learning experience for students and office work within organisations. This latest Smartboard can be used as a computer, projector or electronic whiteboard and makes teaching and learning much […]
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It is that time of the year when everyone wants to fall in love and show affection for their lovers., Binance, the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider, takes a look at crypto’s role in romance thanks to a global survey of 2,600 people. The survey findings are compelling and show that having […]
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The Overseas School of Colombo is a benchmark institution of academic finesse, specialising in holistic experiential learning. Situated in the Western Province, OSC is the oldest international education institution established in 1957, and the only IB World School in Sri Lanka. A pristine campus that has stayed true to its motto ‘Unity in Diversity’in the aeons […]
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The Rotaract Club of Informatics Institute of Technology (RACIIT) is recognized for its initiatives aligned with Rotary International’s 7 focus areas and the UN’s 17 SDG goals. “WeCan” is a project by RACIIT to raise awareness about menstrual health and hygiene, which earned the club the Bronze award at the 31st Rotaract District Assembly and […]
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The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) organized the Auto Expo – The Motor Show, which is one of the major auto shows of the global auto industry, from 12th to 18th January 2023 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR, India. The 10th Auto Trade Dialogue was also held on 14th January 2023at […]
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Huawei Sri Lanka together with Ministry of Education, Ministry of Technologies, Board of Investment, ICTA, Dialog Innovation Foundry, AIESEC Sri Lanka, Leo Club of University of Moratuwa, launch the award ceremony for the second Huawei ICT Competition in Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. The twenty winners were from eight different universities, and the first prize of each […]
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hSenid Business Solutions (hBS) reported its results for the period ended 31December 2022, with revenues up 16 percent year-over-year. Topline growth was supported by its core PeoplesHR Cloud offering, followed by Tracking Solutions. The group recorded 51 percent recurring revenues, driven by PeoplesHR Cloud. hBS continued its growth initiatives during the quarter, particular within the […]
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Binance Charity, the philanthropic arm of Binance, the world’s leading cryptocurrency and blockchain infrastructure provider, reveals applications to study Web3 education have reached ~ 82,200 in just six months. Over $2.2 million in BUSD was donated during 2022 with projects spanning France, Senegal, Nigeria, Australia, Germany, Cyprus, Ukraine, South Africa and Brazil, offering students the […]
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Kamal Dole, the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Celcius Solutions (PVT) Ltd. was recently awarded with the Dynamic Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the CEO Awards 2022. Launched by the CEO Magazine of Sri Lanka, the CEO Awards is a platform to recognize top performing leaders and achievers in 12 distinguished categories which are […]
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Every year, the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) nominates the National ICT Awards – NBQSA winners, to represent the nation at the Asia Pacific ICT Awards, organized by the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA). This year, the Asia Pacific ICT Awards was held in Islamabad, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka was represented by a large number […]
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In a one of a kind collaboration; Hatch, the award winning co-working space, start-up incubator and accelerator is partnering with HDFC Bank as their official banker, to give its community of startups access to an exclusive loan facility, the benefits of which will support these startups in strategically growing their business in the face of […]
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The Digital Media Association of Sri Lanka (DMASL) is excited to announce the first Digital Marketing Summit in Sri Lanka, which is scheduled for March this year. The conference will bring together industry leaders from some of the biggest and most influential companies in the world, alongside some of the experts in Sri Lanka in […]
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The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA) together with the Association of International Marketing Graduates in Sri Lanka (AIMG) recently organized a joint forum titled “Road to Electrification” at Jetwing Colombo, which delved into the future of the EV market in Sri Lanka. The joint forum was participated by over 100 automotive industry experts, marketers, corporate […]
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The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, the pioneer and the market leader in herbal personal care products in one of its community support initiatives recently sponsored the “Aloka Poojawa” of the historic Keragala Raja Maha Viharaya. Organized for the 9th consecutive year on the Duruthu Full Moon Poya day, “Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya” is a […]
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Varun Beverages Lanka Pvt Ltd. is a leading beverage manufacturer in Sri Lanka and an integral part of Varun Beverages Limited, which is the 2nd largest bottling company of PepsiCo in the world outside the United States, recently launched its voluntary EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) program “Clean Green Sri Lanka”. Under this program, PET Bottle […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, together with TATA Motors, is hosting the ‘DIMO – TATA Mega Campaign’ from the 9th to the 21st of January 2023 at 16 DIMO – TATA Workshops and 32 onsite locations across the island. The campaign offers all TATA commercial vehicle customers, an opportunity to ensure their […]
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Members of the Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA) continue to raise growing concerns about the plight of the local economy and the impacts of the current economic conditions on the retail industry. They addressed their concerns and questions to a panel of experts at the recently concluded SLRA Members’ Forum. The SLRA Members’ Forum is […]
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TASA Solutions Sri Lanka recently opened their all-new office at the Colombo Innovation Tower as part of their global market strategy. The Malaysian-based company identifies, deploys, and delivers experienced-based solutions that adhere to international standards. Upon entering the Sri Lankan market last year, TASA solutions partnered with the E-Consulate Group, a software provider that specialises […]
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The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), the most senior automotive association in South Asia, recently hosted the first CMTA Pre-owned Vehicle Fiesta, which was the first public event put on by the CMTA in over 2 years. This was due the significant challenges brought about by the prevailing economic conditions and the fact that Sri […]
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Pelwatte Dairy, one of the leading local brands in Sri Lanka that produces a range of dairy goods, recently debuted new products for consumer testing such as the 200g Pelwatte Chilli Butter, the 8 and 30-portion Pelwatte Ceylon Butter, and the Pelwatte Ghee 500g tin. The testing event was held at BMICH in the presence […]
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Continuing to initiate technology firsts in the country and the region, Dialog Axiata PLC, launched ‘Futureverse’ – Sri Lanka’s first completely immersive, interactive and experiential Metaverse where people can purchase Dialog products and services, socialize, attend events, and play games in one constant virtual world. Futureverse is an immersive and interactive virtual world where users […]
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U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung, Secretary to the Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Somaratne Vidanapathirana, Director General of Central Cultural Fund Professor Gamini Ranasinghe, and Senior Archaeology Officer Rasika Muthucumarana commemorated the announcement of a U.S. grant of $82,192 to document and preserve the Godawaya shipwreck and its artifacts. The grant to Sri Lanka’s […]
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Wins Bronze Award – B2B Brand of the Year at SLIM Brand Excellence Awards Hayleys Fentons recently marked a milestone achievement in the company’s history by winning the Bronze Award in the B2B Brand of the Year Category at the recently-concluded SLIM Brand Excellence Awards. One of the most trusted engineering companies in Sri Lanka, […]
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Huawei announced that it was named a Leader in the 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure, the only non-North American vendor positioned in the Leaders Quadrant. Huawei takes it as a milestone and believes it is yet another testament to the global recognition of Huawei’s full lineup of network offerings. […]
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On 16th December 2022, the inaugural G17 Summit Sri Lanka and Award Ceremony was held at the Duncan White Auditorium, Ministry of Youth and Sports in Colombo, from 2 pm to 6 pm. The G17 University Ambassadors Consortium (G17 UAC), a global fellowship program ideated by The Road to Rights (recipient of the United Nations […]
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EFL 3PL, the leading 3PL company in Sri Lanka, bagged Gold for the second consecutive year in the B2B Brand of the Year category at the recently held SLIM Brand Excellence Awards 2022. This recognition is a testament to the outstanding initiatives undertaken by the company amidst all the challenges in these unprecedented times to […]
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Pelwatte Dairy, the leading local dairy brand in Sri Lanka that produces a range of dairy goods and saves valuable foreign exchange, is also a prime mover in farmer welfare. In its efforts to give back to its farmer community base and uplift it, especially given the economic hardships they presently face, Pelwatte is embarking […]
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Event Management Association of Sri Lanka (EMA) celebrated a momentous occasion recently and signed a landmark bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the first of its kind, with Event and Entertainment Management Association India agreeing to immensely strengthen the position of the industry both regionally and locally. This MoU was signed in the presence of the […]
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Oak Integrated Systems (Pvt) Ltd. recently held a forum under the theme ‘Build Cyber Security & Resilience together with Oak’. The highlight of the event was a discussion with the distinguished panel which included Mr. Dilan Walgampaya, Cyber Security Consultant, Mr. Deenadayalan Nagaratnam, Cyber Security Consultant, Mr. Janindu de Silva, Vice President, Information Security – […]
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Sustainability advocates and diversity champions lead thought-provoking conversations on inclusivity and smart solutions PropertyGuru Group’s enterprise solutions, PropertyGuru for Business, launches at ARES PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, has returned its thought leadership platform, the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit (ARES), to the physical stage, drawing the most brilliant minds […]
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DIMO has once again been rewarded for its 2021/22 Annual Report, bagging two Gold awards and a Bronze award at the recently concluded TAGS Awards 2022, organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka). DIMO won a Gold award in Integrated Reporting, further solidifying its position as a pioneer in […]
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WeChat video call 300 meters underground, supporting real-time communication in emergencies On December 15, the 4G industrial ring network that can be upgraded to 5G was officially launched in the smart mining area of Asia-Potash International Investment in Khammouane province, 350 km away from Vientiane, Laos’ national capital. A miner made the first WeChat video […]
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Award-Winning Pool of Accomplished Developers Gather In Bangkok for Full Return of Awards Series Finale PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, today announced the regional winners representing the Best in Asia at the 17th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, presented by Kohler and supported by Leading Real Estate Companies […]
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Boutique Agency Network was recently honored at the prestigious Agency of the Year Awards held by Campaign for 2022. Winning the Bronze Award under the category, ‘South Asia Boutique Agency of the Year’, Boutique Agency Network succeeded in becoming the only Sri Lankan agency to win an award in a South Asian category. This award […]
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The Rotary Club of Colombo Mid Town, along with the “Ex HNB Friends” and the Rotaract Clubs of Colombo Mid Town, Colombo University Faculty of Management and Finance and Achievers Lanka Business School, recently donated multimedia equipment and furniture required for the English Lab of Somadevi Maha Vidyalaya in Sevanagala. The visiting Rotarians and Rotaractors […]
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Digibrush, a leading independent digital agency in Sri Lanka, established its position in the industry once again at the SLIM DIGIS 2.2 Awards, landing among the most awarded agencies at the event for the second consecutive year. The SLIM DIGIS 2.2, hosted by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), recognizes and awards the most […]
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Diva Power from the leading household laundry brand Diva clinched Bronze award for the Best New Entrant Brand of the Year at the Slim Brand Excellence Awards 2022. Diva Power secured this award after beating strong competition from popular brands in Sri Lanka. Launched in 2020, Diva Power was soon able to revolutionize the country’s […]
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In support of the Ministry of Environment’s policy on plastic waste reduction, the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) partner, Island Climate Initiative (ICI) under USAID’s global Clean Cities Blue Ocean Program, is calling on innovators around the world to design solutions to help Sri Lanka’s leading consumer goods companies reduce their plastic footprint. […]
Continue ReadingScybers, a global cybersecurity consulting and managed services company, today announced a partnership with Netenrich and Google Cloud. The partnership combines the power of Scybers’ global cybersecurity expertise with Netenrich’s Security Intelligence Cloud’s data analytics, machine learning, and automation and Google Cloud’s Chronicle Security Operations Suite’s speed, scale, and threat intelligence to deliver a 24x7x365 […]
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The Effie Awards Sri Lanka, the world-renowned international awards program, organized by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), the apex body of marketing profession, is a coveted event that is highly anticipated and celebrated by advertising agencies and marketers, both locally and globally, as the most distinguished honour in the industry. Celebrating and inspiring […]
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Janashakthi Life has been globally recognised as the ‘Best Life Insurer Sri Lanka 2022’ for the first time in Janashakthi Life’s history. Awarded by the internationally acclaimed Capital Finance International (CFI.co) headquartered in London, this prestigious recognition identifies organisations that contribute significantly to the growth of economies and truly add value for all stakeholders. The […]
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AIA Insurance partnered Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) recently. The partnership contained AIA as a Gold Sponsor for WCIC PRATHIBHABHISHEKA – Women Entrepreneur Awards 2022, organized by the Women’s Chamber of Commerce (WCIC) and for WCIC’s strategic events to promote women’s entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka for 2022 – 2023. As a company that […]
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The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), the senior most automotive association in Sri Lanka, recently hosted the CMTA Stakeholder Breakfast Forum at the Movenpick Hotel on the 26th of October. The event was attended by a host of representatives from Ministries, Government Institutions, NGOs, and a host of other stakeholder organisations related to Sri Lanka’s […]
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National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA) in collaboration with leading ICT solutions provider Huawei, has just awarded certificates to first batch of 240 students, who participated the advanced technology in telecommunication, through a join initiative named NAITA-Huawei Asia-Pacific Academy. NAITA-Huawei Asia-Pacific Academy is a substantial development initiative for ICT talents focusing on vocational students, […]
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The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA), the apex body of organised retail in Sri Lanka, has raised growing concern about current standing of the local retail sector. If the retail sector collapses completely, it will greatly affect its larger eco system that depends on retail, penetrating deep into the length and breadth of the country. […]
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EY Global Delivery Services (EY GDS) Sri Lanka, part of the global EY network of service delivery centers with a focus on innovation, technology and process improvement, joined hands with the 24th National ICT Awards – NBQSA 2022 held recently to recognize outstanding achievements in Sri Lanka’s ICT (Information and Communications Technology) sector. Commenting on […]
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Sajeev Rajaputhra, the President and Chief Executive Officer of SAS3 Trading Company, is also a singer, an actor, a director, a student of Kung Fu and an avid philanthropist. He experienced philanthropy first-hand at an early age, as he observed his father, Mr. Kshasthriya Rajaputhra Weerasinghe, do his utmost to give back to society. Mr. […]
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Pelwatte Dairy, one of the leading local dairy brands in Sri Lanka that produces a range of dairy goods, is launching its latest Pelwatte Chilli Butter Range for dairy lovers. It is the first time a Chilli Butter being introduced to the Sri Lankan market as a value-added dairy product. The Pelwatte Chilli Butter is […]
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Since the beginning of the year, the eruption of energy crises in certain parts of the world have gained global traction. To offset energy shortages, increases in coal consumption has been consecutive and considerable. Many analysts believe that coal-generated power may well be on course to creating all-time highs for the second year in a […]
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IceWarp, a global messaging and collaboration solutions provider, is delighted to announce that its services are now available throughout Asia-Pacific (APAC) including Sri Lanka, Singapore, Thailand, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Cambodia, using the technology of Huawei Cloud which allows to launch demanding cloud applications in minutes, using technologically advanced cloud infrastructure with strong local presence in […]
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hSenid Business Solutions (hBS) reported yet another favourable earnings result for the period ended 30 September 2022, with strong growth across the key business segments and regional operations. Net profits for the quarter came in at LKR 58.0 million, compared to a profit of LKR 15.3 million in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial […]
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At the end of last year, port congestion caused severe disruptions in global supply chains,, and most stores were out of stock during the Black Friday and Christmas, the peak selling season. However, the practice of automation and intelligence innovation from the ports in China is expected to solve this dilemma. On the port’s visitor […]
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Binance kicked off the first meetup in Sri Lanka, generating an opportunity to empower blockchain and Web3 enthusiasts in the nation with the right knowledge about blockchain technology and shared insight on the potential of integrating such technologies in varied industries in the local context. The Binance Colombo meetup was an offline educational event introducing […]
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Over the last year, Kumarika, the leading local hair care brand in Sri Lanka from Hemas Consumer Brands, launched multiple initiatives in the North and North-western provinces to engage with and be part of the pilgrims journey whilst valuing the communities that took part in religious activities. The first of two initiatives were launched on […]
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The grand Awards ceremony of the National ICT Awards NBQSA 2022 will be held on the 4th November 2022 at Monarch Imperial. BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT Sri Lanka Section announced that the awards event is all set to be unveiled as an invitee’s only gala event and will be filled with entertainment and […]
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BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT Sri Lanka Section, announced today that Axiata Digital Labs (ADL), a leading software solutions provider has partnered with the National ICT Awards NBQSA 2022 as the Exclusive Digital Transformation Partner. ADL, a subsidiary of Axiata Group Berhad, is a long-standing partner of the ceremony having sponsored NBQSA for three […]
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VMware unveils new and enhanced portfolio offerings, Cross-Cloud services and significant partner announcements at VMware Explore to deliver a faster and smarter path to cloud for digital businesses VMware recently unveiled innovations, new offerings, services and expanded partnerships that further its commitment to help customers navigate and thrive in today’s multi-cloud world at VMware Explore […]
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Around 300 students from 11 countries completed a three-day on-site Training Camp initiated by the International Collegiate Programming Contest University Commons (ICPCU) on Sunday. Co-hosted by the University of Wrolcaw and Huawei, the camp aims to provide top-notch programming training for college-aged enthusiasts of mathematical modeling, algorithms, programming and data structure. Ready, steady, go! From […]
Continue ReadingDIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate, was recently recognized as one of Sri Lanka’s Most Outstanding Women Friendly Workplaces at the AICPA & CIMA Satyn Women-Friendly Workplace Awards 2022. The company was also bestowed with the award for ‘Organization with the Most Female Friendly Innovation/Practice in the Sri Lankan Workplace’ for its unwavering effort to nurture a […]
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DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, recently launched ‘Powerfully You’, a novel initiative developed in-house to further strengthen its focus on women empowerment at DIMO. The initiative focused on Women’s Leadership Development, targeting women in junior and middle management levels at DIMO. The initiative was implemented in partnership with Ms. Senela Jayasuriya, an […]
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As part of its continuous commitment to inculcate long-lasting hygiene behaviours amongst communities, Unilever Sri Lanka’s flagship hygiene soap brand, Lifebuoy, commemorated Global Handwashing Day in partnership with the Sri Lanka Scouts Association to reiterate the importance of handwashing amongst the children at the 13th National Cuboree 2022 held at S. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia. […]
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Sonduru Diriyawanthi celebrated one year of donating and uplifting the lives of women diagnosed with cancer, through the national wig donation program. Kumarika, the leading hair care brand of Hemas Manufacturing together with the Indira Cancer Trust, Lions Clubs of Aluthgama Bentota and Galkissa, Sri Lanka College of Oncologists and the Ministry of Health launched […]
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In continuing its efforts to transition more corporates to clean, affordable energy, Hayleys Fentons recently signed an agreement with Maliban Biscuit Manufactories (Pvt) Ltd. & Maliban Dairy and Agri Products (Pvt) Ltd to install rooftop solar PV systems across its key operations. A 240kW (288.90 kWp) Grid Tied rooftop solar PV system will be installed […]
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Unlatching new chances for youth in the developing fast-food sector, Sri Lanka launched its initial vocational training kitchen on October 14th at the Technical College in Kuliyapitiya. USAID will start a new curriculum lined with worldwide best practices and train vocational trainers and assessors for the program. Financed by a US$ 1.3 million contribution from […]
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HUAWEI CONNECT 2022, themed “Unleash Digital”, kicks off in Dubai today. Industry leaders, experts, partners, and guests from the Middle East and Africa gather to share their thoughts on technological innovation, ecosystem collaboration, and digital transformation. Ken Hu, Rotating Chairman of Huawei, delivered a keynote speech under the conference theme and called for enterprises to […]
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Japan and Sri Lanka signed a Memorandum of Cooperation on the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) for Low Carbon Growth Partnership this afternoon (10) at the Presidential Secretariat. The Memorandum of Cooperation on the JCM was signed by Dr. Anil Jasinghe, Secretary to the Ministry of Environment, and Mr. Misukoshi Hideki, Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka. […]
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Sri Lanka’s leading integrated financial services provider, HNB FINANCE PLC, has entered into a partnership with HNB General Insurance Ltd (HNBGI), making it remarkably simpler and quicker for HNB FINANCE customers to receive the general insurance policies needed for many of the offerings from the company. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed recently by the […]
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By Rohit Wad, Chief Technology Officer at Binance Bitcoin was the first well-known application of blockchain technology in 2008, but it is now widely used across a variety of industries. 1 By 2030, it’s anticipated that about 30% of all customers would be using blockchain as a form of technology. Additionally, blockchain will be beneficial […]
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Four of the best Athletics schools in Sri Lanka, St. Anthony’s College Kandy, St. Benedict’s College, St. Joseph’s College and St. Peter’s College are meeting again at the Annual Saints’ Quadrangular Athletic championship on 15th and 16th October 2022 at St. Peter’s College grounds, Bambalapitiya. This annual competition is eagerly looked forward to by the […]
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During the Asia Pacific ISP Summit, Huawei put forward its latest strategy of “Diving into the Asia Pacific, Shaping an All-Optical, Intelligent Internet”, bolstering the ISP industry as the critical foundation of the Intelligent World 2030. The summit, joined by business leaders and partners, also featured discussions on Asia-Pacific’s all-optical trend and progress of home […]
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Ocean Lanka Pvt Ltd. Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric manufacturer, recently acknowledged the unwavering loyalty of its long serving employees with the ‘OCL Sewa Abhiman 2022’ Loyalty Awards. Dr. Austin Au, Managing Director of Ocean Lanka shared his thoughts: “Ocean Lanka is very fortunate to have employees with many years of dedication and commitment. […]
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Under the regular Social Responsibility programs organized by the ISF (Sri Lanka) Inc., held a blood donation campaign on 17th September 2022 from 1000 hrs at the Anderson Flats Recreation Centre at Narahenpita in collaboration with the National Blood Bank. Over 100 donors from Member Companies and others actively participated by donating blood during the […]
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Initiative helps combat crypto crimes and is Binance’s continuing efforts to assist law enforcement and regulators Binance, the global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, today formally announced its Global Law Enforcement Training Programwhich has grown exponentially since the expansion of the investigations team in the last year. The program—the […]
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Singer (Sri Lanka) is a key player in the local manufacturing segment with a legacy of more than 6 decades. Singer claims the honors for introducing the world-renowned Singer sewing machines back in 1960s in their own factory at Ratmalana. Since then, Singer has gone from strength to strength in the local manufacturing segment with […]
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The latest venture of the Industrial Hub of Capital Maharaja Group, Premier Herrero (Pvt) Ltd. opened its inaugural factory in Pannala, Sandalankawa recently. Premier Herrero (Pvt) Ltd. will function as a specialised organisation manufacturing building materials under the ‘Guardian’ brand. ‘Guardian’ Chain Link Fencing is already a well-established Brand Name in the market and Premier […]
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During the session of “Accelerate the Digital Journey of Education” at HUAWEI CONNECT 2022 Bangkok, Huawei released the White Paper on Opportunities for Digital Transformation of Education, which explores the intelligent education maturity assessment model for the first time. Huawei also proposed to leverage all-scenario education solutions to innovate teaching modes, promote inclusive education resources, […]
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Power World Gyms, Sri Lanka’s pioneering fitness arena and the largest fitness training chain, recently opened its full-fledged fitness center at Ethul Kotte. The new 6000sqft gym offers a variety of convenient health and fitness options for the community. Equipped with state-of-the-art fitness equipment, the Gym features spacious training areas with facilities including a fully […]
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Pelwatte Dairy, one of the leading local dairy brands in Sri Lanka that produces a range of dairy goods and saves valuable foreign exchange for the country, has won the hearts of Sri Lankan dairy consumers thanks to its continued offer of Sri Lankan goodness to its dairy consumers. Pelwatte also is reputed to make […]
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The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC the pioneer herbal – personal care products manufacturer once again illuminated the Devundara Uthpalawarna Sri Vishnu Maha Devalayaalong with Mahanuwara Sri Maha Visnu Devalaya. The “Aloka Pooja” was carried out under the theme, “Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya”, during the annual Esala festival. Mahanuwara Sri Maha Visnu Devalaya was illuminated […]
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Axiata Digital Labs (ADL), one of Asia’s fastest growing and most innovative software and IT service providers, announced today that the organization is now an ISO-certified entity, receiving its certifications for ISO 27001 and ISO/IEC 27701. ISO 27001 is an internationally recognized specification for an Information Security Management System (ISMS) while ISO 27701 enables ADL […]
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At the Industry Conference & Exhibition (IC&E) 2022 hosted by the Next Generation Mobile Networks (NGMN) Alliance, Dr. Wen Tong, Huawei Fellow and CTO of Huawei Wireless, delivered a keynote speech titled “Bridging 5G to 6G”. In his speech, Dr. Tong explained the driving forces and plans that can help 5G evolve into 6G, noting […]
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Ceylinco Life recently held its 21st yearly ‘Pranama Scholarships’ program through a virtual ceremony during which 147 young Sri Lankans who had shined at public exams and extracurricular activities were awarded scholarships surpassing Rs 11.1 million in value. The commemoration which was live-streamed through Zoom for the second straight year saw the involvement of around […]
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Huawei Technologies (Thailand) Co., Ltd., represented by Chief Executive Officer Abel Deng, today received the “Prime Minister Awards – Thailand Cybersecurity Excellence Award 2022” from the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA), during a ceremony held at the Miracle Grand Convention Hotel in Bangkok. The event was chaired by Mr. Chaiwut Thanakamanusorn, Minister of Digital Economy […]
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The Rotary Club of Colombo Mid Town recently supported 50 pregnant and lactating mothers in Navinna with the provison of dry ration packs. The Rotaract Clubs of Achievers Lanka Business School and University of Colombo – Faculty of Management and Finance also collaborated with this initiative and it was organized under the Rotary Area of […]
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Posting a steady performance, Orient Finance PLC, a member of the Janashakthi Group and a leading financial service provider, recorded a 27% increase in the company’s turnover with LKR 809.8 Mn for the first quarter of the financial year 2022-23. Indicating a growth of 11% in comparison to the corresponding period in the previous financial […]
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Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand and Secretary-General of ASEAN delivered congratulatory remarks during the digital skills program kickoff. [Bangkok, Thailand, August 19, 2022] Today, Huawei launched Asia Pacific Seeds for the Future 2022 in collaboration with ASEAN Foundation and Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). From August 19 to 27, the program will bring together 120 […]
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Introduction The 5th Generation of mobile networks is on the horizon and promises to deliver a connectivity that will take on a much larger role than previous generation technologies such as 3G and 4G LTE. It is a technology with unique capabilities that will not only interconnect people, but also interconnect and control machines, objects, […]
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S-lon Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, the market leader in the thermoplastic pipes & fittings industry, recently relocated their re-distribution centre in Jaffna to an all-new location with the objective of further enhancing convenience and quality of service for their valued customers and supporting their retail partners. The new re-distribution centre further cements the commitment of S-lon […]
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The State Mortgage and Investment Bank (SMIB), a leading state-owned bank in Sri Lanka with 90 years of history, announced the appointment of an experienced banker, Mr. Thushara Asuramanna, as the new CEO with effect from 01 July 2022. Prior to his appointment as CEO SMIB, Mr. Asuramanna was the Vice President of Commercial Credit […]
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Indira Cancer Trust has once again teamed up with Ramani Fernando Salons to re-launch the much awaited Hair Donation programme in Sri Lanka on 20 July 2022, exactly 5 years after it was first launched on the 20 July 2017. To date there have been 121,267 persons donating their hair which enabled us to produce […]
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In its commitment to ensure the responsible disposal of plastic waste, Hemas Consumer Brands, a leader in Sri Lanka’s FMCG sector, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cleantech Pvt. Ltd., on 18th July 2022. As part of the project, plastic litter left behind at public events and public spaces will be collected and recycled […]
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Dr. Weerawarana was recognized for outstanding technical innovations in the field of services computing that have had a lasting impact with the IEEE TCSVC Research Innovation Award A leader in digital transformation technology, WSO2, today announced that Dr, Sanjiva Weerawarana, the founder and CEO of WSO2, is a recipient of the 2022 IEEE TCSVC Research […]
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At the Green Development Solution Launch held on the second day of Win-Win·Huawei Innovation Week, Ryan Ding, President of Huawei’s Carrier Business Group, stressed the need for operators to prioritize energy efficiency and called for the establishment of a standard, industry-wide indicator system for energy efficiency during his keynote speech titled “Green ICT for New […]
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Baby Cheramy, the leading baby care brand in Sri Lanka has always aligned its actions with their brand values by continuously encouraging inclusive parenting among Sri Lankan parents. A few months ago, Baby Cheramy came forward with a commitment to support the parents of the sextuplets, who were the first-ever sextuplets to have been born […]
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Technology maverick Asia Pacific Technology Systems recently introduced MAMMATUS, a highly versatile public cloud platform with an offering on par to that of the much more expensive global counterparts. The development, a testament to local talent and commitment is introduced to the market at a most fitting time when affordability along with reliability is of […]
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BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT Sri Lanka Section announces that applications for the National ICT Awards – NBQSA 2022 will be open till 15th July. This year, the most awaited awards event in its 24th edition, will yet again recognize the outstanding achievements in terms of ICT related products and services developed by individuals […]
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DIMO, a leading conglomerate in Sri Lanka, through its agricultural arm DIMO Agribusinesses, recently introduced the first and only paddy transplanting machine in the country capable of maintaining an 8-inch gap between seedling rows, aptly named ‘Pela Batta’. DIMO has always been in the forefront of introducing innovative and affordable agri machinery to the local […]
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The Helping Hands project, a three-year partnership between the American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka and Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka, recently completed its first phase with the support of Teejay Lanka PLC, our reputed corporate partner. Positively impacting over 3000 students, the project involved the provision of three (03) toilet units each […]
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When choosing skin care solutions, products with moisturizing properties are excellent products to incorporate into daily skin care routines. Moisturization is a key component that helps to keep the skin healthy and protect the youthfulness in skin. It is vital to look for skin care products with moisturizing properties especially considering the warm and humid […]
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ஜனசக்தி குழுமத்தின் உறுப்பு நிறுவனமும் முன்னணி நிதிச் சேவை வழங்குனருமான Orient Finance PLC, ஒரு விசேட நிலையான வைப்புத் திட்டத்தை அண்மையில் அறிமுகப்படுத்தியுள்ளது. இது ஒரு முதலீட்டுத் திட்டமாகும். இது ஆயுள் காப்புறுதி மற்றும் தீவிர நோய்க்கான பாதுகாப்புடனான நிலையான வைப்பீட்டு வசதியை வழங்குகிறது. மேலும், இந்த திட்டத்தின் மூலம் வழங்கப்படும் நிதி நன்மைகளை சமூகத்திற்கு அறியப்படுத்துவதற்கும், அது தொடர்பில் விழிப்புணர்வை ஏற்படுத்துவதற்கும், நாடு முழுவதும் பல்வேறு விழிப்புணர்வு நிகழ்வுகளை நிறுவனத்தின் விற்பனைக் குழு மேற்கொண்டிருந்தது. […]
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The Ceylon Motor Trader’s Association (CMTA) affiliated to the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and one of the oldest automotive trade associations in South Asia comprising of companies who are franchise holders of global automobile manufacturers, held its 102nd Annual General Meeting on 29th June 2022 as a virtual event, due to the mobility issues resulting […]
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Axiata Digital Labs (ADL) strengthens their partnership today with the Sri Lanka Association for Software Services Companies (SLASSCOM), the national chamber for the IT/BPM industry in Sri Lanka. ADL will act as a Platinum Sponsor for the 2022 National Ingenuity Awards. ADL is a leading innovative software service provider, offering telco-focused digital and IT services and solutions, advancing the digital […]
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The Huawei ICT Competition 2021-2022 Global Final in Shenzhen drew to a close on June 25. This year marks the sixth Huawei ICT Competition, which included three competitions – Practice, Innovation and Industry – attracted 150,000 students from more than 2000 universities in 85 countries and regions around the world. After making it through the […]
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The Cabinet of Ministers last night has decided to immediately supply fuel ‘only’ to essential services till 10 July. “The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) will only issue diesel and petrol for essential services including ports, airports, health, food distribution and agriculture,” Cabinet Co-Spokesman and Minister Bandula Gunawardena said yesterday. Accordingly, only essential services will be […]
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University of Moratuwa (UoM) and Dhammika & Priscilla Perera Foundation (DP Foundation) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 2nd of June 2022 to facilitate open online course development and delivery at the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) level of the Project Management Institute, USA. The objective of this initiative is to provide opportunities to […]
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Raja Jewellers, recognized as the undisputed monarch of the gold world introduces its latest men’s jewellery collection ‘Persona’ – a particular type of character that a person seems to have and that is often different from their real or private character – along with a promotion in celebration of Father’s Day. Raja Jewellers identified that […]
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Huawei held the “Fast, Reliable, and Green Data Center” Forum on the Huawei APAC Digital Innovation Conference 2022. Discussing how enterprises can build new generation data centers in the digital economy to cope with several challenges, such as rapid data volume growth, data protection, and low-carbon. This forum attracted over 500 customers and partners from […]
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Special transport facilities will be provided to candidates sitting for the GCE Ordinary Level examinations from Monday. This initiative has been taken on the request of Examinations Department. Both SLTB and Railway Department have decided to deploy more buses and trains to facilitate the students during the exam period. The authorities will be taking measures […]
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The Sri Lankan rupee has recorded a positive growth yesterday (18) soon after the economic decisions taken under the new Prime Minister. Accordingly, the rupee has appreciated sharply against the US dollar on May 12. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka quoted the selling price of the dollar at 377.50 rupees and the buying price […]
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With the recent successful completion of the nation’s first comprehensive grid tied renewable energy microgrid project at the University of Moratuwa (UOM), DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, is now well equipped to implement microgrid systems for the local industries to ensure an uninterrupted power supply. DIMO will also provide microgrid services to the Maldives and […]
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Leadership is a concept spoken about a great deal these days, but what does leadership mean? Does leadership mean being in a position of authority? Or is there more to it than simple designations? Leadership is a trait that can be expressed by anyone at any level, be it at school, your workplace, or even […]
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The 8th Asia-Pacific Spectrum Management Conference is held in Bangkok from 26 to 27 April 2022. It is jointly hosted by Forum Global and Thailand NBTC, supported by ITU and APT. Global 84 countries with more than 630 participants join the conference on site and in virtual. Speakers include regulators from Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Republic […]
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The Cabinet has granted approval for the purchase of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) from Siam Gas Company in Thailand. According LP Gas will be purchased from the Thai company for a period of 01-year. The Government further said that Siam Gas Company from Thailand will supply 70% of Sri Lanka’s LP gas requirement per year. […]
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Fuel distribution operations are underway at the Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPTSL) and depots, said the Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera. He added that trains and both government-owned and dealer-owned tankers are being utilized for transposition. The private hired tanker members are those from the Sri Lanka Petroleum Private Tanker Owners’ Association […]
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Supporting the “donate a book for change” CSR campaign to donate books and valuable reading material to schools in rural areas, Sri Lanka’s leading private bank HNB PLC recently partnered with one of the country’s leading premium bookstores – M. D. Gunasena. The two companies penned their partnership at the HNB Head Office in the […]
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Several licensed commercial banks in Sri Lanka have listed selling rate of US Dollar at Rs. 360 on April 28. US Dollar selling rate continues to rise further while the rupee depreciates against major foreign currencies.
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Vogue Jewellers, a dominant name in immaculate Diamond Jewellery in Sri Lanka was honored as the Worldwide Winner, Innovative Diamond Jeweller of the Year at the Retail Jeweller World Dubai Awards held recently. This esteemed award has been given based on its Editorial Team Research, held among 150 top and first-class jewelers around the world. […]
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Reasserting its leadership in Telecommunication and Technology, SLT-MOBITEL mobile was awarded the distinguished global award for the ‘Best Innovation in Telecommunication’, at the World Innovation Congress hosted in Mumbai, India on the 24th of March 2022. The award is a testament to SLT-MOBITEL’s distribution of the advanced Sub-1GHz band LTE network solution, created to further […]
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Minister of Power Kanchana Wijesekara said that a decision has not been taken on the proposed tariff revisions by the CEB. However, the request made by the CEB has been approved by the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL). The Minister revealed that the Cabinet has the authority to implement the proposal, make revisions […]
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Italy has announced its consent to offer an emergency grant to Sri Lanka for medicine purchase. The Embassy of Italy in Colombo said that Italy will grant Rs. 125 million to purchse essential medicine. This grant will be channeled through the Italian Bilateral Emergency Fund at the World Health Organization.
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A total of 75,909 cancer cases were diagnosed in Sri Lanka over a five-year period up to the year 2020, and 57% of those diagnosed were women. ‘Loss of Hair’ is a major side effect of the chemotherapy treatment that these patients must undergo. Realising the psychological trauma these women suffer, and to help break […]
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Granbell Hotel Colombo the first 4-star hotel in Colombo uniting the Sri Lankan and Japanese design philosophies will open on the 27th of April 2022. The sister property of Le Grand Galle and proudly situated on the Western coast, Granbell Hotel Colombo welcomes all to an eventful experience in the heart of the capital city […]
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At the inaugural Huawei Cloud Spark Hackathon Singapore 2022 final event last Friday, 10 teams pitched innovative products to a panel of judges, addressing five emerging trends in Education, Hospitality & Travel Service, Eco & Sustainability, Finance & Banking, and Health Tech. This year’s hackathon, which opened on November 15, 2021, had over 190 teams […]
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A Diesel shipment worth 40,000 Metric Tonnes from India reached Sri Lanka yesterday. This consignment has been purchased under the Credit line offered by India. India has announced its support to Sri Lanka by offering additional US$ 500 million to purchase fuel.
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Stock market analysts say that the March Quarter earnings season which began yesterday, could be the final quarter that the listed entities could see a double-digit earnings growth they consistently recorded for many quarters. The supply chain crunch and cost escalations are expected to affect their future earnings. Sri Lanka’s listed entities reported the second […]
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The PUCSL has announced a power outage of 3 hours and 20 minutes for Wednesday (20). Power cuts will be imposed for a period of 2 hours from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm and for 1 hour and 20 minutes from 5.00 pm to 9.00 pm.
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Hemas Hospitals responds to a desperate request by the medical fraternity by immediately donating 500 Endotracheal (ET) tubes to the neo-natal unit of the Castle Street Hospital for Women. The gesture was in immediate response to a recorded voice message which was going around by Dr. Saman Kumara, Consultant Neonatal Pediatrician of Castle Street Hospital, […]
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Several leading licenced commercial banks in Sri Lanka have declared their selling rate of the USD at Rs. 335.00. It is an increase of Rs. 5 to that of Rs. 330 yesterday. As per the official exchange rates of the CBSL, the buying rate of the US Dollar is Rs. 319. 20.
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US Dollar rate continues to rise at local banks with the economic crisis Sri Lanka is currently facing. Several licensed commercial banks have listed US Dollar selling rate at Rs. 330 today (11).
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The Sri Lankan tea exporters are concerned over the loss of market share due to a number of internal and external issues such as low tea crop, fuel issues and sanctions. The regular power cuts and non- availability of sufficient quantities of fuel to operate generators have also hampered the day to day operation of […]
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For the first time in the history, US Dollar rate against Sri Lankan rupee has surpassed Rs. 300. The selling price of US Dollar at licensed commercial banks has increased to Rs. 310. The Sri Lankan rupee is on a depreciation swing as it continues to hit record lows against the US Dollar.
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The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has requested for a 12 hour power cut for Friday, which was approved by the PUCSL. Accordingly, areas A,B,C,D,F will receive a 2 hour power cut from 4am to 6am, 4 hours from 8am to 12pm and 6 hours from 4pm to 10pm. Areas G,H,I,J,K,L – 2 hours from 6am […]
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Sri Lanka’s gold price continues to rise and the price of 24-carrot gold was listed as Rs. 185,000. The price of 22-carrot gold coin has increased up to Rs. 185,000. It is reported that a shortage of gold stocks is the reason behind this price hike.
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A statement issued by the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank of Sri Lanka says that the banking system is stable and that operations of state banks are carried out as usual, contrary to the statements made otherwise. Source – Ada Derana
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The newly arrived U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka, HE Julie J. Chung, met with the Board of Directors of the American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (AmCham Sri Lanka) on the 16th of March 2022. Ambassador Chung was welcomed by the Office Bearers and visited the AmCham Secretariat located at the Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, […]
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The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has issued a circular on amendments to the Operating Instructions on “Incentive Scheme on Inward Worker Remittances” and “Repatriation of Export Proceeds into Sri Lanka”. As per the circular, the CBSL has instructed commercial banks to sell twice the amount of US$ to the Central Bank reducing the […]
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To promote Sri Lanka’s education sector amid international students, a talk was held between the senior representatives of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and the Australian Commission in Sri Lanka on the 2nd of March to share strategies and ideas. At the meeting, EDB Chairman Suresh D. De Mel showed that the government […]
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The highways Minister Johnston Fernando had reviewed the progress of the new highway project, which spans from Ingurukade junction to Colombo Port city. The project is to be completed and commissioned for the public use in 2023. According to sources, the travel time between Ingurukade junction and Fort (45 minutes) will be reduced to five […]
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Sri Lanka’s Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa signed a $1 billion credit line with India on Thursday to help ease crippling shortages of essential items, including fuel, food and medicine, officials said. “India stands with Sri Lanka,” Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar said in a tweet. Sri Lanka’s foreign exchange reserves have fallen 70% in the […]
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SLT-Mobitel, The National ICT Solutions Provider, announce as part of the Digital Partnership initiative, the Strategic Collaboration with Softlogic IT, in introducing Data Exchange and Analytics Services. This essentially enables businesses to adopt a data driven approach in solving problems and gaining deeper insights in data using the tools and processes of the IZAC “Data […]
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Sri Lanka’s central bank will revise up ceiling interest rates on credit card loans and temporary overdrafts now after policy rates were raised on March 04, to reduce money printing and a bring forex crisis under control. The central bank will “revise upwards the caps imposed on interest rates applicable to credit cards to 20 […]
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Emirates has signed a memorandum of understanding with Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau at the Emirates Group headquarters in Dubai. The agreement reaffirms a commitment to Sri Lanka and outlines mutually beneficial initiatives that will help revive the local tourism industry. The MoU was signed by Ahmed Khoory, Emirates senior vice president, commercial West Asia […]
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Sri Lankan Airlines joined forces with Maldives-based Manta Air to connect travellers from Gan Island to Koodhdhoo City in the Maldives to meet the diverse needs of the luxury travel segment, the national carrier said. ‘’The Maldives has always been a very important market to Sri Lankan Airlines, so the airline has continuously sought to […]
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Pelwatte Dairy, the leading dairy name at the tip of everyone’s tongue in the country came out victorious once again for the 3rd consecutive year in its running for the Achiever Awards organized by the Ceylon National Chamber of Industries. The award ceremony which has been running for over 20 years took place at the […]
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The British Council is now taking registrations for their Skills Plus English course specially designed for students who have completed their A-Level exams. The course has been customised to help students build confidence and develop their English language skills. It is supplemented by life skills aimed at young adults who are making important life choices […]
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Women who undergo chemotherapy consider hair loss to be one of the most traumatic experiences during this difficult journey. Hair loss occurs during the first, two-four weeks of starting chemotherapy and such women should be supported in every possible way . Realizing the need to uplift these women, Kumarika, continues to support the central province […]
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Pelwatte Dairy Industries, a name known to every Sri Lankan as a leading home grown dairy producer conducted a Christmas themed competition titled “Most Creative Dish” to celebrate and give its loyal customers a joyful, colourful and flavourful Christmas during the Month of December. The competition kicked off on the 15th of December with participants […]
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The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, the pioneer and the market leader in herbal personal care products in one of its community support initiatives recently sponsored the “Aloka Poojawa” of the historic Keragala Raja Maha Viharaya. Organized for the 8th consecutive year on the Duruthu Full Moon Poya day, “Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya” is a […]
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Asia Securities champions financial inclusion in Sri Lanka with a free, trilingual, short video-based Financial Literacy initiative First-ever comprehensive private sector initiative to promote Financial Literacy in Sri Lanka Asia Securities, a leading investment firm in Sri Lanka, launched DhanaMaga (ධනමග / தன மார்க்கம்) a trilingual financial literacy program aimed at helping Sri Lankans take […]
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Anton Armor uPVC Roofing sheets has been awarded the prestigious “Green Label Certification” from Green Building Council and “ISO 9001:2015” as well. Anton’s Armor Roofing has been commended on several occasions for its value and quality. “Anton Armor” becoming the first brand in the roofing category in Sri Lanka to be awarded with the Green […]
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Kumarika, a leading hair care brand in Sri Lanka has stepped forward with a purpose driven campaign to address the increasing need for natural hair wigs for women who are diagnosed with cancer. The launch of “Sonduru Diriyawanthi” – a national campaign to help support cancer patients, marked the onset of yet another timely initiative […]
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In a pioneering initiative to support the health care sector, HUTCH has joined forces with the leading telemedicine provider oDoc to launch the oDoc-HUTCH Suwa Sarana initiative to offer telemedicine services free of charge, to all Sri Lankans during the present travel restrictions. Through this CSR initiative, all Sri Lankans regardless of their mobile network […]
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Huawei Y7a is the latest mid-range smartphone in the popular Y series with top of the line flagship specifications. It also packs a much larger screen competing head to head with its rivals. Even though Y7a is positioned in the mid-range category, it is equipped with flagship smartphone features and offers great value for money […]
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HUTCH, Sri Lanka’s preferred choice for mobile broadband services has unveiled the newest version of the popular HUTCH Self Care app to offer HUTCH subscribers with an enhanced, all-inclusive digital experience. With a host of services,HUTCH usersno longer need to worry of manually topping up as the app comes with a built in top up/recharge […]
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The strong partnership between Singer Sri Lanka and ASUS has resulted in the advent of 11th generation laptops for the first time ever in Sri Lanka. Singer’s latest introduction of the ASUS laptops with 11th Gen Intel processors come with a two-year global warranty. The new 11th Gen lineup offers the best processor for thin […]
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Thailand, which leads ASEAN in 5G rollout, is eyeing the pole position in the race for ASEAN digital hub with its initiative to boost the ICT infrastructure and ecosystem, government officials revealed at the Powering Digital Thailand 2021: Huawei Cloud & Connect event in Bangkok. “Thailand is one of the first countries in ASEAN that […]
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Ocean Lanka Pvt Ltd, Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric manufacturer, announced that it has entered into a partnership with Cotton made in Africa (CmiA), one of the world’s leading standards for sustainably produced cotton. The recent partnership will see Ocean Lanka further increasing its sustainable cotton portion, which is ecologically and socially progressive. Cotton […]
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Wins first place in recognition of its high standards in delivery ABS Courier – established in 2006 as the courier wing of AB Securitas (Private) Limited – recently won the ‘Daraz 3PL of the year’ award at the Daraz Seller Summit 2020. The event, which took place at the Shangri-La Hotel on 30th September, witnessed […]
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INIVOS Consulting, the fully fledged Sri Lankan Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions provider announced its partnership with Muzulu, the UK based provider of industry leading ERP business solutions. The partnership aims to support a wider base of customers globally, with an initial focus on Sri Lanka and Europe. Both INIVOS, a channel partner for IFS […]
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Huawei, the global smartphone brand recently launched Y7a – a mid-range smartphone with one of the largest screens that would undoubtedly be craved by heavy social media users and mobile gamers in Sri Lanka. Huawei Y7a is the latest in the mid-range smartphones to enter the market with unprecedented value for money due to its […]
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Despite the current uncertainties we have managed to successfully complete the fourth iteration of KICKASS Bootcamp, empowering a whole new batch of future women leaders in business. Series 4 of the KICKASS Bootcamp was conducted in partnership with LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) Sri Lanka and TNL Radio and was facilitated by Naomi Gunnels, Entrepreneur […]
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At the 2020 Global Mobile Broadband Forum (MBBF), Huawei’s Executive Director and President of the Carrier Business Group Ryan Ding gave his keynote speech “Maximizing Wireless Network Value for a Golden Decade of 5G”. Ding said that the coming decade will be a golden age for 5G’s progress around the world, and that the whole […]
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VMware’s Multi-Cloud Strategy Unlocks the Value From Any Cloud While Delivering Better Security and Simplified Operations VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW) announced new innovations to help customers build, run, manage, connect, and protect any app on any cloud. Today, more than 15 million enterprise workloads run on VMware in the cloud, and more than 4,300 partners […]
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Working towards healthier food production and sustainable waste management Pelwatte Dairy Industries, the industry leader in local dairy produce has been known for enriching lives – not just by providing nutrition through its dairy products but also through the consecutive training and support that it extends to farmers and their families, thereby empowering them, the […]
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The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC launched a novel hygiene awareness campaign for Sri Lanka’s primary school children to coincide with the World Children’s Day celebrations. Titled “Swadeshi Khomba Baby Hoda Purudu” the event saw grade 3 school children at Sapugaskanda Sobhitha Vidyalaya (Primary) taking part in awareness-led activities inculcating “Hoda Purudu ” (Good habits) among […]
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Sri Lanka’s preferred choice for mobile broadband services, HUTCH has appointed popular social media influencer and a movie star Gayathri Shan as a new brand ambassador. With this appointment, HUTCH aims to actively engage a wider base of Sri Lanka’s Tamil speaking community that is ready to avail HUTCH offerings. A well-known and a popular […]
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In the latest national rankings of ‘Listed Finance Companies of Sri Lanka’ Report by K Seed Investments, Singer Finance (Lanka) has seized the best performing Finance Company rank among Tier 2 finance companies in Sri Lanka. The Report, issued by K Seeds Investments (Pvt) Ltd has identified Singer Finance (Lanka) as the leader in its […]
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Huawei Nova 7 SE is the latest 5G smartphone to arrive in Sri Lanka featuring top of the line specifications and a game-changing design. With Nova 7 SE, Huawei revolutionizes the 5G mid-range smartphone markets everywhere, bringing premium level 5G capability at mid-range prices but not compromising on offerings and its famed design innovations. Nova […]
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Huawei launched HUAWEI CLOUD Meeting, its full-scenario, secure and reliable global video conferencing solution in Asia Pacific on Monday. The award-winning device-cloud synergy solution enables effective internal and external meetings for up to 1,000 concurrent participants — anytime, anywhere, over the Internet, from any terminal or device. The pandemic has accelerated the need to stay […]
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Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT), the pioneer in British higher education in Sri Lanka and the country’s premier IT and Business campus, successfully concluded its first-ever virtual IIT Cutting Edge 2020 where the latest collection of ground-breaking IT and business solutions of IIT students were showcased. Cutting Edge is primarily an annual exhibition organised by […]
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The age of 5G has dawned. Huawei, a pioneer in 5G technology and the global smartphone manufacturer recently unveiled the first ever mid-range 5G smartphone. Huawei Nova 7 SE is fully equipped to deliver an unrivalled performance for smartphone users who have been yearning for the novel 5G experience. Nova 7 SE’s display is the […]
Continue Reading3GPP recently announced that the 5G Deterministic Networking Alliance (5GDNA) has become its Market Representation Partner (MRP), making it the third organization member from 5G vertical industry after 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) and 5G Alliance for Connected Industries and Automation (5G-ACIA). This partnership shows the rise of 5GDNA’s influence in 5G standards and 5G B2B […]
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Combined entity will have the leadership, resources and scale to successfully capitalize on opportunities in the fast-growing data industry. Merged capabilities will create a single comprehensive and fully integrated platform, from digital strategy, software engineering, data management and integration, to deep analytics with artificial intelligence tools, ensuring a complete solution to be delivered to […]
Continue ReadingSinger Sri Lanka PLC, country’s premier consumer durables retailer has partnered with Trident Corporation, a leading distributor of IT hardware, software and printing solutions in Sri Lanka to serve globally renowned HP Printer range in the Sri Lankan market. This partnership opens Singer Sri Lanka’s customers across the island to the popular HP Printer range […]
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Strengthened 5G Telco Cloud Portfolio with Cloud Native Support enables businesses to better harness emerging technologies in Sri Lanka’s cloud and mobile first economy VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW) recently announced its 5G Telco Cloud Platform, empowering Communication Service Providers (CSPs) to better meet the growing demands for 5G-powered innovations in Sri Lanka. The VMware 5G […]
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Win a gold necklace and many more exciting gifts every week! The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC has launched yet another exciting promotion for the loyal consumers of Rani Sandalwood soap with weekly offers including an attractive 22 Carat gold necklace and many more valuable gifts items. Consumers who post two empty cartons of any Rani […]
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The 2019-2020 Huawei Asia Pacific ICT Competition, under the theme of “Connection, Glory, Future,” successfully concluded on Wednesday. Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) from Indonesia won champions of both the Network and Cloud tracks in this regional finals, and will represent the Asia Pacific region in the global finals. This year, the Huawei ICT competition in […]
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Ideal Motors Pvt Ltd and its subsidiary Ideal First Choice Pvt Ltd (part of the Ideal Group of Companies) have pioneered an insurance reward scheme free of charge, an industry first for vehicle owners who continue to avail services from both Ideal Motors and Ideal First Choice workshops. The Ideal Motors main workshop located in […]
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By Krishan Thilakarathne Financial Inclusion is essential for continuous and sustainable economic development, according to IFC. This is no exception for Sri Lanka despite showing strong numbers in bank penetration. According to the World Bank Group’s (WBG) Global Findex for 2017, nearly 74 percent of population in Sri Lanka have accounts at a financial institution, […]
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Enriching lives with technology Huawei Consumer Business Group (BG) recently published its Sustainability Progress Report. The report highlights the company’s sustainability achievements over the past decade, covering four major areas including information accessibility, education and health, environmental protection, and corporate responsibility. This marks the first time that Huawei Consumer BG shares its sustainability progress on […]
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HUTCH, Sri Lanka’s preferred choice for mobile broadband services recently rewarded the winners of HUTCH Danumai Miliyanayai in a grand prize-giving ceremony held at the Hutch Head Office, Colombo. Danumai Miliyanayai, which ran for a six-month period is a general knowledge quiz competition. BeyondM, a subsidiary of the hSenid Software International is the platform and […]
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Focus on intrinsic security enables organizations to build future-ready businesses to thrive in the age of the distributed workforce Cutting edge solutions provide CISOs with unprecedented visibility into the enterprise workplace to respond, adapt and accelerate businesses for the new normal VMware, Inc., a leading innovator in enterprise software, recently announced new advancements to its […]
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The inaugural Sri Lanka Army Commander’s T20 League tournament concluded on the 17th October 2020 at the SLAOC Grounds, Dombagoda with DIMO Southern Warriors emerging victorious. DIMO Southern Warriors beat Super Fashion Northern Warriors by 9 runs in an exciting game which swung in favor of both sides throughout the match. DIMO Southern Warriors who […]
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One of the largest Tier 1 automotive companies, Bosch Gmbh has acquired 26% stake in Bengaluru based battery service provider, Sun Mobility. Bosch through its investment arm, Robert Bosch Investment Nederland B.V. invested an undisclosed amount for the stake. This investment comes as part of Bosch focusing on growth pillars in mobility sector, which includes […]
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the UN Broadband Commission and Huawei held the sixth Ultra-Broadband Forum (UBBF 2020) online in Beijing. With the theme of “Intelligent Connectivity, New Value Together”, this year’s UBBF discussed the challenges and opportunities facing the connectivity industry in the intelligent era. At the event, David Wang, Huawei Executive Director and Chairman of the Investment Review […]
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Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers decided to allow importation of special bamboo sticks for incense stick production with tax relief citing shortages in sourcing these bamboo sticks locally. The proposal was presented by the Minister of Industries, Wimal Weerawansa to solve current issues in the industry. Accordingly, importation of the required quantity of special bamboo […]
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First time author, A. A. Moses recently launched her novel, Jamie’s Magical Adventures in Floffinville in a virtual event in September engaging viewers in fun quizzes and a captivating book reading. The novel which was published by The Jam Fruit Tree Publications encompasses a spray of magic on every page that transcends reality, things unseen […]
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Highly configurable, integrated and fully branded omnichannel hub lets customers book services and get accurate information online, through social or over the phone IFS, the global enterprise applications company, announces the availability of new and enhanced capabilities in its customer engagement software empowering companies to overcome challenges faced when working with traditional call centers to […]
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Moves to new office, strengthens team and expands offerings Communique PR, with its innovative outlook in the field of Public Relations, has completed its first year of operations in the country. The company also announced the move in to a new location at the brand new office premises at Elegance, Rajagiriya. CPR, served the first […]
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HatchX, Sri Lanka’s first fintech startup accelerator programme, recently concluded its demo day with its first cohort of 7 promising local fintech startups graduating from the programme and getting connected with several industry stakeholders. The goal of HatchX is to help local fintech startups find success by offering them the necessary support to grow and […]
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Ensures a smoother experience through essential technical advisory The World’s Biggest Book Sale, returning via www.bigbadwolfbooks.lk this year will be extended beyond the scheduled closure date, initially from 4th October, to 11.59pm on 8th October. This update comes as a result of the considerable number of fans and book buffs requesting for more order time […]
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Technomedics, Sri Lanka’s leading medical equipment and turnkey solutions provider which partners with many Fortune 500 companies, is pleased to announce Linus Jeganathan as its new Managing Director to spearhead its long term growth objectives. Jeganathan , a senior management professional counting over 20 years of experience in multiple sectors including, sales, FMCG, healthcare and […]
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Axiata Digital Labs (ADL) entered into a partnership with the local chapter of the UK based Chartered Institute for IT professionals BCS Sri Lanka, to sponsor National ICT Awards (NBQSA) 2020 as the Exclusive Innovation Partner, the company announced today. “For the last 22 years, NBQSA has bestowed their highest honours on the best and […]
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Reframe your fitness, health and style with the latest smart sports watch from Huawei Huawei recently announced the launch of its latest fitness watch, HUAWEI WATCH FIT. Huawei’s first ever smart sports watch with a rounded rectangular face, the HUAWEI WATCH FIT encourages users to get into new forms of exercise through a variety of […]
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SLIM NASCO Awards 2020, Sri Lanka’s premier national sales awards ceremony held in recognition of the outstanding performances of sales professionals gets underway for the 20th time. The organizers of the SLIM NASCO, the most anticipated corporate event in Sri Lanka’s sales calendar have announced the 22nd October deadline for submission of entries. The coveted […]
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Lanka Electricity Company (LECO) together with the University of Moratuwa (UOM) launched a pioneering pilot project on Microgrid with a grant assistance of $ 1.8 million (approximately Rs. 325 million) from Asian Development Bank (ADB). DIMO, together with the German specialist DHYBRID, has been selected for the supply of comprehensive Renewable Energy Microgrid consisting of […]
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World’s Biggest Book Sale goes online from 1st-4th October 2020 Its official, the World’s Biggest Book Sale is back in Sri Lanka! Taking an innovative approach, The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale 2020 will move to an online platform this year, “The Readers Portal” live for 24 hours a day from 1st to 4th October. […]
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The Management Club (TMC) Colombo conducted its 15th Annual General Meeting at Hotel Galadari, Colombo with the participation of a large amount of members and founder members of TMC. The Management Club (TMC) formed in 2001 under the auspices of the Chartered Management Institute – UK Sri Lanka. The Branch was established to uplift management […]
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“Akura”, presenting the extensive work of researcher Dr. Sumanthri Samarawickramas is completed with the help from India-Sri Lanka Foundation. The symbolic expression of language—the letterforms, are among the most important reflections of a nation and its culture. This is why a study of the Sinhala letterform and its development invariably becomes a reflection of Sri […]
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World’s thinnest 13.3″ and 14″ laptops with full I/O ports, powered by 10th Gen Intel Core CPUs and featuring edge-to-edge keyboards and four-sided NanoEdge displays ASUS brings to Sri Lanka ZenBook 13 (UX325) and ZenBook 14 (UX425) – two new-generation 13.3-inch and 14-inch ultraportable laptops in the ZenBook Classic series. Both models are extremely light, […]
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Huawei Developer Conference 2020 (Together) was held today at Songshan Lake. In the keynote speech, Huawei announced major upcoming updates for HarmonyOS 2.0, EMUI 11, HMS(Huawei Mobile Services), HUAWEI HiLink, and HUAWEI Research. These improvements will empower global developers and ecosystem partners to provide enhanced and innovative user experiences for users. At the event, Huawei […]
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Pelwatte Dairy transforms the shopping experience with value-for-money dairy deals Pelwatte Dairy Industries – Sri Lanka’s renowned dairy producer – has extended some exciting value-for-money deals that can be availed at Sri Lanka’s leading supermarket chains this September. The home-grown company is celebrated for its healthy, fresh and delicious range of dairy products that include […]
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The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal for compulsorily advertising the publicity programmes, to the value of 25% of the advertising and publicity budget of all government and semi- Government institutions from Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation, Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation, Independent Television Network of Sri Lanka, and the Associated Newspapers company Limited which are […]
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Singer Sri Lanka PLC has been commended for its exceptional sales performances, best sales improvement and their contribution for VRF Inverter Multi system Air Conditioning Solutions of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. Singer Sri Lanka has been a partner of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air Conditioner sales in Sri Lanka since 2015. The global integrated business enterprise Mitsubishi is […]
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Huawei, the leading global technology solutions provider, recently hosted the “Huawei Golf Tournament 2020” in Sri Lanka, ushering a monumental partnership with the country’s golf game. In its latest foray into sports inclusion in Sri Lanka, Huawei ran the two-day Golf Tournament at Sri Lanka’s historic golf venue-the Royal Colombo Golf Club. Commenting on the […]
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Ocean Lanka Pvt Ltd, Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric manufacturer, recognised and rewarded a large cohort of long-serving employees at the ‘Sewa Abhiman 2020’ Loyalty Awards, where gold coins were presented to 63 employees, who completed 10 years of service at the company. Addressing the staff, Managing Director of Ocean Lanka, Dr. Austin Au, […]
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The Huawei 5G Microwave Asia-Pacific Conference was held online recently, bringing together more than 130 guests to share insights into 5G microwave applications and to discuss how microwave solutions contribute to accelerating 5G development in the Asia-Pacific region. At the conference, Huawei proposed an innovative solution to solve transmission capacity and distance bottlenecks that traditional […]
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As the world integrates the ‘New Normal’ in the ecosystem, Sri Lanka’s digital framework is pacing with fresh energy and has bold plans for the future. The ‘New Normal’ has given rise to several ‘behavioral changes’ in the Sri Lankan consumer, and the need to be digitally connected is one of them. While we are […]
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, Book lovers across Sri Lanka, it’s time to get ready for the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale. The Sale is coming to Sri Lanka for the 4th consecutive year, along with its popular 50%-90% discounts. What is intriguing this year is that the Sale is venturing to an online platform, promising a pioneering experience […]
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Huawei P40 Pro is the latest addition to Huawei’s array of smartphones unveiled in 2020. Categorically a flagship device, P40 Pro’s design resembles the beauty and form of flowing water and its quad-curve overflow display is designed to dissolve the barriers of vision and imagination on every edge. Its innovative design is backed by the […]
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Banks are facing increased challenges in meeting heightened regulatory expectations AML compliance is a board level issue with continuing operational challenges and investments not bearing fruit Banks are following a risk-based approach for AML compliance, but more needs to be done to extend it to the enterprise level Transactions monitoring, and sanctions screening processes need […]
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Huawei P40 Pro is the latest flagship smartphone rolled out in Sri Lanka by Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer. The all-new Huawei P40 Pro is expected to revolutionize the smartphone photography with its Ultra Vision Leica Quad Camera setup. Camera has become a key aspect which receives much attention over other specifications and the evolution […]
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By Niroshan Udage As an integral part of the Country’s financial system, Licensed Finance Companies (LFCs) and registered leasing companies play a vital role in the development of the national economy. Collectively known as the Non-Bank financial (NBFI) sector, they offer a gamut of financial solutions to cater to individuals, proprietors, partnerships, corporates or business conglomerates. […]
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Photo Captions 1. CEO of Axiata Digital Labs, Thushera Kawdawatta 2. CEO of LK Domain Registry Professor Gihan Dias Axiata Digital Labs announced that they have entered into a partnership with LK Domain Registry to sponsor the BestWeb.lk Awards 2020. The partnership results in Axiata Digital Labs being crowned as the Exclusive Technological Partner of […]
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Use of drugs by school children in both urban and rural areas of Sri Lanka has been a significant concern for well over a decade particularly because it is a sensitive age where such use can lead to long-term addictions and resulting health and social issues. Many children who have engaged in drug use were […]
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INIVOS Consulting, the fully-fledged Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions provider has launched its assortment of solutions to Sri Lanka’s enterprise sector in a bid to provide end-to-end solutions, earmarked to make progress in the business sphere. INIVOS, an authorized partner of global ERP solutions provider IFS, has to-date served a multitude of local and international […]
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Singer, Sri Lanka’s premier consumer durables retailer, has partnered with Signature Group, Malaysia’s largest Kitchen Cabinet and Wardrobe manufacturer. With this new partnership, Singer aims to begin manufacturing Signature Kitchen systems and products in Sri Lanka. This collaboration is expected to reinforce Signature brand’s presence in Sri Lanka which treats the local consumers to a […]
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By Shiranthi Gunawardana – Attorney at Law and Legal Consultant to the Finance Houses Association Regulated Finance Companies (RFCs) are major financial intermediaries which are duly regulated and governed by the laws of Sri Lanka. RFCs are strictly governed by virtue of statutes and Acts such as Finance Business Act No. 42 of 2011. The […]
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Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer has introduced an all-new Postal Repair Service in a bid to support the Huawei device holders. With this latest initiative, which is available 24/7 and 365 days, customers avail a free pickup and delivery service that facilitates convenient smartphone repairs. This convenient courier service intends to facilitate the customers by […]
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60 ஆண்டுகளுக்கும் மேலாக இயங்கி வரும் Singer Fashion Academy, இலங்கையின் பெஷன் துறையில் மிகவும் விரும்பப்படும் தகுதியான தனது பெஷன் டிசைன் சான்றிதழ் கற்கை நெறிக்கு மாணவர்களை இணைத்துக்கொள்ளும் பொருட்டு விண்ணப்பங்களை கோரியுள்ளது. இது ஐக்கிய இராச்சியத்தில் உள்ள Chartered Society of Designers (CSD)இனால் கற்கை நெறி சான்றளிப்பு உறுதிப்படுத்தலை பெற்றதாகும். ஐக்கிய இராச்சியத்தின் Chartered Society of Designers (CSD) இனால் கற்கை நெறி சான்றளிப்பு நெறி சான்றளிப்பு உறுதிப்படுத்தலை பெற்ற இலங்கையில் […]
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Aims to provide a world-class customer experience Singer (Sri Lanka), the premier consumer durables retailer has collaborated with Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), the apex body for marketers, to launch an Advanced Certificate in Retail Services Marketing in a bid to equip Singer sales force with the best practices and industry knowledge in marketing. […]
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Dubbed the “Oscars” of the design industry, the Red Dot Award: Brands & Communication Design was recently awarded to HUAWEI Assistant · TODAY. Based on Red Dot’s motto of “In search of good design and creativity”, this award is a testament to Huawei’s efforts in continuous innovation to provide a smart consumer experience. The brand […]
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Since its inception, Ocean Lanka has established itself as Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric manufacturer, overseeing all four phases of fabric production from knitting to dyeing, printing and finishing. As Ocean Lanka, Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric manufacturer, steps into its 25th glorious year, it is an ideal occasion to look back at […]
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World’s leading ICT provider, Huawei co-sponsors Information & Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) for e-Swabhimani 2020 – Digital Social Impact Awards programme that recognizes the excellence of the use of Information & Communication Technology tools and applications for social wellbeing. e-Swabhimani is an initiative of ICTA, the apex ICT institution of the Government, […]
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Pelwatte Dairy, the renowned dairy producer of Sri Lanka has been commended by the bakery and culinary industry experts who commends its rich flavour and creamy texture. The flavour and texture of Pelwatte Products both enhance the taste of the bakery products of the premier bakery product ranges. “The Fab has been using the products […]
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The local diary giant Pelwatte introduced two brand new flavours to their ice cream palette. The unique Faluda and Ginger Biscuit flavours will allure more ice cream enthusiasts to go beyond the traditional flavours and enjoy the signature smooth, creamy texture of the Pelwatte ice creams. “The Sri Lankan ice cream context is diversified with […]
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Ideal Motors, a fully owned subsidiary of the Ideal Group and the authorized distributor for Mahindra motor vehicles, motor cycles and utility products in Sri Lanka, has gained market dominance within a short time span backed by its unique after sales service. In 2017, Ideal Motors was awarded sole distributorship of Mahindra Powerol diesel generators […]
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How good is betting on a South Asian startup incubator dojo aimed at would-be-entrepreneur females with only a burning passion for their crafts and launched in the smack middle of the gloomy pandemic? Wagered by Hatch Works, the knowledge and growth hub for Sri Lanka’s nascent startups, a “business development program” series called “Kickass Bootcamp” […]
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Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) recently received two awards from the European Image and Sound Association (EISA), a group comprising 55 of the world’s most respected consumer electronics magazines. HUAWEI’s P40 Pro was named “EISA Smartphone Camera 2020-2021” by the Association, alongside the HUAWEI WATCH GT 2, which won the accolade of “Best Smartwatch 2020-2021.” […]
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The Singer Fashion Academy, being in operation for over 60 years, has called for new enrollments to its Certificate in Fashion Designing – a highly sought-after qualification in Sri Lanka’s Fashion industry, a qualification which is also validated by the Chartered Society of Designers (CSD), UK. The Academy has commenced accepting applications for the September […]
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By Sanjeewa Bandaranayake Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFI) sector has evolved over the past years to be a stronger force in the finance industry in Sri Lanka. Unfortunately, the public only remembers NBFIs in light of unethical practices of Non-regulated finance companies. But NBFIs account for many heart-touching, unsung narratives while working with less privileged people […]
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Sri Lanka Unites is the honored custodian of this comprehensive compilation of Ambassador Jayantha Dhanapala’s work December 15, 2019 saw the launch of a long awaited book sharing the life story of an internationally recognized Sri Lankan personality who was praised by President John F Kennedy, and who represented the island nation at the United […]
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G M A de Silva, one of the most trusted jewellers for the consumers in Southern Sri Lanka, will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. GMA de Silva (Pvt) Ltd. was Founded in 1920 by late G.M.A de Silva as a trusted gold pawning operation in Ambalanoda. In 1956 the son of the founding […]
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புத்தாக்க ஸ்மார்ட்போன் உற்பத்தியாளரான Huawei, சிறப்பம்சங்கள் பலவற்றினால் நிறைந்த Huawei P40 Pro இனை இலங்கையில் அறிமுகப்படுத்தியதன் மூலம் ஸ்மார்ட்போன் புகைப்படவியலை ஒரு படி முன்னோக்கி நகர்த்தியுள்ளது. இந்த வலுநிலையமனாது ஒளி முறிவு தோற்றத்தையும், சிறு விபரங்களிலும் நேர்த்தியை வெளிப்படுத்தும் 6.58 அங்குல OLED full view திரையையும் கொண்டது. வேகம், வலு, கெமரா, வடிவமைப்பு மற்றும் மேலும் பல சிறப்பம்சங்களிலும் வாடிக்கையாளர்களை ஈர்க்கும் ஸ்மார்ட்போன்களை தயாரிக்கும் Huawei இன் திறனை Huawei P40 Pro மேலும் […]
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HeiQ Viroblock technology proven to be effective against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19)* Velona, a leading brand in the hygiene and clothing segment in Sri Lanka recently introduced the Velona Protect antiviral mask manufactured with HeiQ Viroblock NPJ03 technology which is among the first technologies in the world to be proven effective against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)*. HeiQ Viroblock NPJ03 […]
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Increases PAT by 29% and retains industry-best NPLs ‘A’ Stable rating reaffirmed by ICRA Rated amongst Top 50 Brands for 2019/20 by LMD Commercial Leasing and Finance PLC (CLC) concluded FY2019/20 on an impressive note, consistently performing well year on year despite the extremely challenging events that marked the financial year. As a further testimonial […]
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ජාතික විදුලි බල සැපයුම වර්ධනය කිරීම සඳහා වන ‘ජාතික විදුලි සම්ප්රේෂණ, බෙදාහැරීම් ජාල සංවර්ධන හා කාර්යක්ෂමතාව වැඩිදියුණු කිරීමේ ව්යාපෘතියේ, පැකේජ් 05 උප ව්යාපෘතිය සඳහා සීමන්ස් – ඩීමෝ එකතුව , ලංකා විදුලි බල මණ්ඩලය හා ගිවිසුමකට අත්සන් තැබීම පසුගිය දා සිදු විය. මෙයට සමගාමිව පැකේජ් 04 උප ව්යාපෘතිය ද සීමන්ස් – ඩීමෝ එකතුව වෙත 2020 වර්ෂයේ […]
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VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW), a leading innovator in enterprise software, today announced the appointment of Devendra Manuvel to the company’s leadership team as Country Sales Manager for Sri Lanka and the Maldives. In his new role, Devandra will oversee the delivery of VMware’s industry-leading innovations to the region, enabling organizations to access next-generation technologies to […]
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Uga Shines big at the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards 2020 The world’s largest travel platform has picked a leading Sri Lankan hotel brand to reward in its latest ‘world’s top 25 boutique luxury hotel’ awards. Uga Chena Huts, has won the latest international commendation, being acclaimed as one of the “Best […]
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Reiterating its customer centricity, Mobitel, one of Sri Lanka’s leading mobile service providers, has constantly addressed the needs of mobile consumers with innovative products and services. In its latest venture, Mobitel has come forward to fulfill the needs of Huawei smartphone users by integrating its cutting-edge Mobitel Selfcare app, Mobitel mCash app and Datamart app […]
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By Roshan Abeygoonewardena The Finance Houses Association of Sri Lanka (FHA), as the apex body of 39 Regulated Finance Companies registered with Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), plays an important role in the finance and banking sector of Sri Lanka. The association acts as the mediator to the Non-Banking Financial Institutes (NBFI) sector and […]
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BID2WIN bidding competition organized by zMessenger in collaboration with HUTCH was concluded recently with an awards ceremony that rewarded the winners of several promotions conducted this year. Ashane Imantha Gunesena from Kaduwela emerged as the winner of Wagon R Car Promotion which was held from 1st Feb to 31st March 2020 while P. A. J. […]
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The new government has for the first time in 40 years taken the subject of women’s and children’s affairs outside the scope of a Cabinet level Ministry. This subject has been downgraded to a matter that is assigned to a State Minister, who will also deal with the subject of Pre-school and Primary Education, School […]
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IFS, the global enterprise applications company was duly recognized as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Field Service Management (FSM). IFS achieved the highest overall position for its ability to execute in the 2020 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Field Service Management which is a testament to its long-term product investment strategy and singular […]
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SIEMENS – DIMO consortium recently signed agreement with the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) to embark on the Medium Voltage distribution sub project package 05 of the “National Transmission and Distribution Network Development and Efficiency Improvement Project” aimed at enhancing national power supply. The package 04 of the above project was also awarded to the SIEMENS-DIMO […]
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You can always count on great food from Mandarina; it’s the place to go if you’re a foodie on a budget! Now, Mandarina has once again innovated a Sri Lankan classic. We all know about the iconic Nelum Kole meal but Mandarina has completely revamped it, you get to choose from: 3 different types of […]
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Hutch, Sri Lanka’s preferred choice for mobile broadband services, has unveiled Unlimited Social Media plans including Facebook, Messenger and WhatsApp in yet another customer-oriented service offering. The customers can avail Facebook, Messenger and WhatsApp in all-inclusive packs, which are offered at affordable prices on monthly and weekly basis. The Unlimited Social Media plans enable users […]
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Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer recently launched the feature packed Huawei P40 Pro in Sri Lanka taking the smartphone photography a step further. This powerhouse has a refractive matte finish to it and a 6.58-inches OLED full view display that reveals elegance in every minute detail. Huawei P40 Pro yet again proves Huawei’s capacity to […]
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Perfect fit coming in with exciting colorway Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently introduced the Skyline Grey edition of Huawei Nova 7i in Sri Lanka extending the color choices for Nova 7i lovers. When Huawei first launched Nova 7i, it took the world by storm with its vibrant colors refreshing to the eyes such as […]
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The tech company reveals its long-term plan to bridge the ICT talent gap and calls for a cross-sector collaboration at the Huawei Asia Pacific ICT Talent Forum 2020 Huawei Technologies recently hosted Huawei Asia Pacific ICT Talent Forum 2020 to explore ICT talent trends and talent development strategies in the Asia Pacific region. At the […]
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Focusing “All about the family” The Häcker family keeps growing as the German-based company introduced a total of 35 new kitchens from two product lines: Classic and Systemat to their existing product options. Finco Trading, the exclusive partner for Häcker kitchens in Sri Lanka, proudly presents this innovative product range to the local customers who […]
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The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), the only trade association in Sri Lanka that represents automotive manufacturers through their local importers, urged the Government to provide a clear direction on the period of the vehicle import suspension and emphasized the need to regulate automotive imports to legitimate importers that have been vetted by the Government. […]
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Pioneer Sri Lankan owned entity to produce specialist bituminous products in the post independent era, Colombo Stock Exchange listed Industrial Asphalts (Ceylon) PLC – IAC (Stock Code ASPH.N) got company’s shareholders’ approval to the capital raising exercise to raise over Rs. 149 million to strengthen company’s future expansion via the recently announced rights issue. Accordingly, […]
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Huawei announced recently the release of a global digital economy policy study titled “Think digital. Think archetype. Your digital economy model.” The report provides a novel approach to digital transformation and provides detailed policy guidance applicable to all countries. Huawei and Arthur D. Little have collaborated on this research report based on a shared conviction […]
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The Sri Lanka Association for Software Services Companies (SLASSCOM), which is the national chamber for the IT/BPM industry in Sri Lanka, under the patronage of the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Sri Lanka, is hosting Oslo Innovation Week Accelerate 2020 (OIW Accelerate 2020) – a competition to promote Sri Lankan Tech Start-Ups through cash grants of […]
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“There is no keener revelation than a society’s soul than which it treats its children” – Nelson Mandela Stop Child Cruelty Trust (www.stopchildcruelty.com ), an organization committed to ending cruelty to children launched the #JUSTSAYNO National campaign with the first Citizens’ Forum live Zoom discussion via Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stopchildcruelty on 25th July 2020. This forum was […]
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Axiata Digital Labs (ADL) is pleased to announce the addition of Sanharsha Jayatissa, Fawaz Ashraff and Niresh Samaranayake to their Senior Leadership Team. ADL, an innovative software service provider, has added three new members to the company’s senior leadership team in order to facilitate its growth as the preeminent leader in software innovation. These appointments bring […]
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Enterprise Analytics, a leading provider of pioneering technology-based business solutions, recently partnered with Acumatica (www.acumatica.com), a leading Cloud ERP platform, to extend Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions to the growing SME sector in Sri Lanka. Both Enterprise Analytics and Acumatica are driven by the shared vision to empower SMEs with Cloud ERP solutions and this […]
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FASTFIX, one of Sri Lanka’s first apps to facilitate easy home repairs from plumbing to electrical is launched today in a bid to connect end users with service providers. FASTFIX has partnered with Anton, a fully owned subsidiary of St. Anthony’s Industries Group to extend the services provided by the app, offering a gateway to […]
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Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently launched the Huawei Y6p in Sri Lanka featuring an innovative triple camera set up that revolutionizes smartphone photography, promising more stable and detailed images. Camera is a key aspect in today’s smartphones and smartphone manufacturers of late have focused on equipping cutting-edge camera innovations ensuring an optimal photography experience […]
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As part of its efforts to deliver a better experience to its customers, HUTCH, Sri Lanka’s fastest growing mobile broadband service provider, recently upgraded its primary customer service point at its Bambalapitiya offices in the heart of Colombo. The ceremonious opening was graced by Mrs. Yogalathagini Thirukumar, as Chief Guest and Mr. Thirukumar Nadarasa, Chief […]
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Unique student offers to assist the new Learn From Home model in Sri Lanka Introduces Dell Inspiron 15 5593 laptop and Dell Inspiron 14 5491 laptop and tablet mode powered with a 10th Gen Intel® Core™ processor and range of new accessories Dell Technologies listens to what consumers want and need from their PCs – […]
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From setting up businesses to managing finances and everything in between, Simplebooks, a leading company registrar has revolutionized the business landscape of Sri Lanka as a one-stop destination for all the finance, HR and legal needs, since its inception in 2016. Simplebooks has already registered over 1500 companies from various industries in its short stint […]
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Looks like it’s time for Sri Lanka to howl along with their favourite Wolf. That’s right, – the Wolf will be back in Sri Lanka for the 4th consecutive year with a twist from the 1st – 4th of October 2020. Book lovers and avid readers all around the island nation will once again have […]
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The Tile & Sanitaryware Importers Association (TSIA), Sri Lanka’s main body established to address the grievances of tile and sanitaryware importers, has raised serious concerns about the Government’s import ban on their products and clarified how such a move is detrimental to the Government’s efforts to reduce foreign exchange outflow. The TSIA consists of over […]
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Wins 2 Gold, 1 Silver and 2 Bronze awards Newton Lanka, an extension of Newton TAC Malaysia proudly bagged five awards at the recently concluded Asian Customer Engagement Forum 2020 (ACEF) showcasing its unmatched, innovative creative solutions, yet again. The company won two gold awards, one silver and two bronze in five different categories for […]
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Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), the national body for marketing in Sri Lanka announced the SLIM DIGIS 2020, the most coveted digital awards ceremony in a revolutionary online press conference graced by a distinguished panel consisting of; Mr. Roshan Fernando – President of SLIM, Mr. Nuwan Gamage – Vice President of SLIM and Project […]
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Stop Child Cruelty Trust (www.stopchildcruelty.com), an organization committed to ending cruelty to children has launched the #JUSTSAYNO National campaign of awareness videos, petition and first public live Zoom discussion via Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stopchildcruelty will be held on 25th July 2020 from 7pm onwards. This public debate will be attended by Ajith Rohana, Director In General of […]
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Reassuring its commitment towards providing the Best Customer Experience, DIMO recently implemented several projects to elevate the customer experience by introducing numerous digital platforms. “DIMO made a strategic decision to enhance the company’s investment in digital transformation so that customers can access a large number of DIMO products and services by simply using their devices […]
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Applications close on 31st July Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) the premier government institution driving the nation towards digital inclusivity, calls for applications for the e-Swabhimani 2020, the Digital Social Impact Awards, to be held for the 10th consecutive year in recognition of the digital solutions which are of strong […]
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Y50 Big Battery and strong performance and Y30 with advance gaming mode and 4 rear cameras vivo Mobile Lanka launched two next generation smart budget phones in Sri Lanka. Y50 and Y30 devices address the online presence of the young audiences and to fuel their creative drive in content generation as well as for the […]
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Offering an uninterrupted smartphone experience Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently unveiled the all-new Huawei Y6p featuring a 5000mAh long-lasting battery that helps users get through their everyday tasks without any interruption. This resourceful addition to the entry-level Y6p proves to be highly effective and comes in as a surprise package as entry-level smartphones rarely […]
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Celcius Health Mask® is the latest addition to the innovative product range of Celcius Solutions (Pvt) Ltd., the leading manufacturer and supplier of bedding products in Sri Lanka. This personal protective mask is Sri Lanka’s first National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) certified reusable mask for non-medical use (NMRA/MDR/P-8/01/2020) which has been tested for its filtering […]
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With the completion of its bigger and better island wide 4G network in February this year, HUTCH is on course to enhance its brand presence and further establish itself as one of Sri Lanka’s premier telco operators with its larger 2G, 3G and 4G network coverage and the widest range of innovative products that appeal […]
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Calls for positive reforms strengthening legal enforcement and industry cooperation The Finance Houses Association of Sri Lanka (FHA) announced that it will continue to empower the nation with ethical finance practices while acting as the mediator to the non-banking financial industry. Since its inception in 1958, the association has played a crucial role in safeguarding […]
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Huawei announced its business results for the first half of 2020 today. The company generated over US $ 64.2 billion (CNY 454 billion) in revenue during this period, a 13.1% increase year-on-year, with a net profit margin of 9.2%. Huawei’s carrier, enterprise, and consumer businesses achieved US $ 22.58 billion (CNY 159.6 billion), US $ […]
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By Vidura Prabhath Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently marked its footprint in the laptop arena with the launch of Huawei MateBook D15 and Matebook 13. Both the laptops are not just aesthetically designed showpieces; they offer many more to admire including the innovative features that optimize productivity and efficiency. Features like Huawei share and […]
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With its aim to assist in the process of reviving the country’s economy, the Agri Machinery Division of DIMO together with its partner Mahindra tractors came to the fore in supporting the country’s national initiative to recultivate barren paddy lands across the island. The government has identified the need to recultivate these lands in its […]
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People around the world cherish US manufactured SUV’s and Pick-up trucks for their premium look and features coupled with the ample spaciousness which is a key for travelling purposes. But most of these vehicles are unfortunately designed for left-hand driving which does not pertain with rules and regulations in most other regions. People who are […]
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IFS, the global enterprise applications company, was recently recognized in the top five Export Corporate Brands for IT Services in the latest edition of the Brands Annual magazine. IFS secured this achievement on the back of outstanding financial performance and delivering best-in-class ERP solutions to both local and international customers. As a key player in […]
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Axiata Digital Labs (ADL) today announced its participation in TM Forum’s renowned collaborative proof-of-concept Catalyst program focused on co-creating innovative solutions to important industry challenges leveraging key TM Forum best practices and standards. ADL is participating in the App Trading Marketplace: a framework for CSP collaboration – Phase II, which will be showcased alongside other […]
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Setting a new benchmark for entry-level smartphones, Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently launched Huawei Y6p featuring 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM. Huawei Y6p is considered as the benchmark of smartphone in its price range to offer a standard 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM in the current smartphone market. It’s 64GB ROM offers ample storage […]
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DIMO Agribusinesses, the agriculture arm of DIMO, officially unveiled its third Agri Techno Park in Lindula establishing its presence in the up country region. Located in the up-country wet zone on the Hatton-Nuwara Eliya main road, this 25 acre multi-purpose property is equipped with tea plantation, cultivation tunnels, mushroom and vegetable production/processing facilities, well-equipped tissue […]
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Hatch launched “Open House” a free mentorship program that connects mentors with startup founders to provide guidance and insight to grow their startups. Since the outbreak of the pandemic, Hatch began offering its services online, one of which is the Hatch Open House mentorship program. Through Open House program, Hatch facilitates virtual sessions that connect […]
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Newton Lanka, an extension of Newton TAC Malaysia recently provided Safe Shoppers tool kit for Domino’s in a bid to strengthen the Zero Contact experience for Dine-In. The campaign was launched as part of the Newton’s Safe Shoppers program considering the reluctance shown by customers to dine at restaurants and cafes due to safety concerns […]
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Ultra large 5000mAH battery with 8GB + 128GB of RAM & ROM The innovative smartphone manufacturer, vivo Mobile is set to release their mid range mobile device Y50, to Sri Lankan market in later this month. The device is expected to cater towards many consumer requirements on extended battery power with high quality camera settings. […]
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Sri Lanka Association of Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM), the Knowledge and Innovation Chamber, held its first digital Annual General Meeting on 30th June 2020, powered by Microsoft Teams. During the AGM, SLASSCOM elected its new Chairman, Board of Directors and General Council for the year 2020/21. The departing Chairman Ranil Rajapakse stated, “From small […]
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Underpinned by an unrelenting drive for innovation, Huawei makes the top 50 for the fifth consecutive year Huawei is steadfast in its commitment to innovation and driving value for global consumers. In the latest BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Brands study, published by WPP and Kantar, Huawei is ranked 45th, up two places from last […]
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New search tool powered by the Petal Search engine has been created in partnership with global search engine leaders to offer Huawei users an innovative and diverse search experience Huawei, the global leading technology company, have announced the availability of the Find Apps search widget, which is already available for download via AppGallery. The new […]
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Ocean Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric manufacturer is currently conducting third party trials for its very own all natural anti-bacterial face mask. The company has announced that it is adjusting its manufacturing process to help alleviate the shortage of face masks caused by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Upon successful trials, the […]
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Including the most awaited Y6p with 4 GB RAM + 64GB storage Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer recently launched multiple smart devices namely Huawei Y6p, Y5p, Huawei MatePad T 8, Huawei MateBook 13 and MateBook D 15 at the first ever mega online launch on 24th June 2020 with a massive audience and high engagement […]
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දේශීය විලාසිතා නිර්මාණකරණ ක්ෂේත්රය තුළ වූ කුසලතා වර්ධනය කිරීම උදෙසා කැපවෙමින් ක්රියා කරන සිංගර් හි අනුබද්ධිත ආයතනයක් වන සිංගර් ෆැෂන් ඇකඩමිය වසර 60 කට අධික ප්රෞඪ ඉතිහාසයකට උරුමකම් කියන කීර්තිමත් ආයතනයකි. ශ්රී ලංකාවේ විලාසිතා නිර්මාණකරණ අධ්යාපනයේ නවොත්පාදකයා ලෙස නම් දරා ඇති සිංගර් ෆැෂන් ඇකඩමිය විසින් Covid-19 වසංගතයෙන් සමස්ත ලෝකයටම දැඩි බලපෑම් එල්ලවී ඇති තත්ත්වයක් තුළ, […]
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Pelwatte, the leading local dairy manufacturing company conducted several consumer driven CSR projects which manifested the company’s commitment towards the social upliftment amidst the Covid-19 crisis. Mithuru Mithuro Movement is an organization mainly focused on rehabilitation and purification of substance abused personals in Sri Lanka. The organization is registered under government and National Dangerous Drugs […]
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Two entry-level smart phones including Huawei Y5p make their appearance Setting a new benchmark for entry-level smartphones, Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently launched two of the most feature-packed entry-level smartphones at the online launch event on 24th June 2020. The two smartphones are Huawei Y6p featuring 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM and Huawei Y5p, […]
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3 days of special discounts from 26th to 28th June SINGER, the country’s premier consumer durables retailer recently launched its new website in order to provide an optimal user experience to its customers through www.singer.lk. This yet again replicates SINGER’s commitment in serving its customers by enabling a smooth and convenient engagement. SINGER continues to […]
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The Government imposed quarantine and the challenges therewith, affected the overall continuity of curriculum driven education amongst many state and private education institutions in Sri Lanka. Despite the challenges of the situation, Alethea School and Alethea International school, was already equipped to continue the teaching and learning process, as the organisation had already anchored on […]
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Global leading ICT infrastructure provider Huawei has ranked No. 6 in BCG’s recent released list of the 50 Most Innovative Companies in 2020, moved up by 42 places. This is the highest ranking for the tech giant since it first made the list in 2012. According to the report by Boston Consulting Group, Apple, Alphabet, […]
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Offering sophisticated jewelry solutions to meet international standards Ark Gems Ceylon, a unique handcrafted jewelry store was launched in Sri Lanka offering customized jewelry solutions to the local and international markets. Inspired by the passion to create attractive and timeless jewelry that evoke glamour and pride to wear, Ark Gems Ceylon is all set to […]
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Huawei’s Deputy Chairman Ken Hu outlined its vision and action plan for education under its digital inclusion initiative TECH4ALL at the Global Education Webinar entitled “Driving Equity and Quality with Technology”, emphasizing that “connecting schools and skills development are two key ways for Huawei to improve equitable and quality education.” The webinar was joined by […]
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A recruitment platform built to help businesses navigate the ‘new normal’ in the pandemic-struck economy Rooster Jobs is a free of charge end-to-end recruitment platform and Applicant Tracking System (ATS) designed to help businesses source suitable candidates. The platform was launched on 11th of May with the motive to assist businesses navigate hiring efficiency amidst […]
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By Vidura Prabhath Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, will be rolling out the all-new Huawei Y6p in Sri Lanka this month. This entry-level smartphone is speculated to come with a flagship rivalling 4GB RAM + 64GB of storage. With features such as triple camera setup, 5000mAh battery, enhanced storage and performance, the Huawei Y6p will […]
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Ocean Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd., Sri Lanka’s largest weft knitted fabric manufacturer donated Rs. 1 million to the ‘Itukama’ COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund at the Presidential Secretariat recently. Further, 5,000 yardsof protective face mask material and 9,000 yards of single jersey fabric material will be donated to the Presidential Task Force, to help provide […]
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Continuing its journey of introducing latest technologies to the local healthcare sector, DIMO Medical Engineering team successfully completed installation of world-class ZEISS OPMI Lumera 700 surgical microscope at Durdans Hospital Colombo, to further strengthen facilities at the eye care unit of the hospital. ZEISS OPMI Lumera 700 is a surgical microscope used to enhance the […]
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Coding is a form of creative expression. The recently held SLASSCOM TechKids Online Coding competition is a prime example of that. Since the start of the lockdown, more and more kids have been hooked to their digital devices, not for playing games or watching movies, but to put their logical and creative skills into action. […]
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Tune in to Huawei Online Launch and win amazing gifts Five Huawei devices are set for their debut in Sri Lanka at one of the biggest online launch events of the year, in June 2020. Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer will be live streaming the online event through Huawei Sri Lanka official Facebook page and […]
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Hutch Telecommunications, Sri Lanka’s preferred choice for mobile broadband services has enhanced its popular cliQ app enabling all its 078 & 072 subscribers to enjoy unlimited Internet experience on its nationwide Bigger and Better 4G network. 072 subscribers have been enjoying cliQ 3G since 2017 and post the take-over of Etisalat Sri Lanka last year […]
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Hatch the hub for all things startups, recently launched KICKASS, an incubation program to support and empower women in business. The program launched in March already concluded two chapters with the third to be started soon. The program was conducted online during the COVID-19 lockdown and all the participants were provided free access. This program […]
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The Finance Houses Association of Sri Lanka (FHA) in its capacity as the apex association of 41 Registered licensed Finance companies of Sri Lanka, deeply condemns the alleged murder of the late Sunil Jayawardena, the Chairman of the Lanka Self Employed Professional’s Three Wheel Association, which has taken place on Wednesday 10th, June 2020, evening. […]
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Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, constantly equips its product portfolio with highly efficient and productive devices. Huawei Nova 7i and Huawei FreeBuds 3 are two such devices which revolutionized the Sri Lankan market recently. Nova 7i is a stylish mid-ranger to hit the market for an affordable price while FreeBuds 3 comes in as Huawei’s […]
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vivo’s best-in-class stylish selfie flagship is designed to complement the lifestyles of young and fashion-savvy consumers vivo today revealed the new V19 in Sri Lanka featuring a dual front 32MP + 8MP super wide-angle camera, and super AMOLED FHD+ iView Display design, V19 brings together extraordinary selfie capabilities, cutting-edge technology, and elegant fashion to deliver […]
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Encourages valued participants to continue learning in the safety of their homes Towering 60 years of service excellence in the field of fashion, Singer Fashion Academy over the years has bestowed a world of opportunities for individuals to turn their passion into a profession through its range of innovative courses. Having integrated its learning structure […]
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ශ්රී ලංකාව තුළ විශිෂ්ටතම බහු-භාෂා අධ්යාපාන අවස්ථාවන් පිරිනමන අධ්යාපන ආයතන අතර ප්රමුඛතම ආයතනයක් වන ප්රංශ ජාත්යන්තර පාසල ලෙසින් ප්රකට, École Française Internationale De Colombo (EFIC), පසුගියදා සිය 40 වැනි සංවත්සරය සැමරීය. හැව්ලොක් පාරට,් පයිෆ් පාරට සමීපව හා බේස්ලයින් පාරට සමීපව කොළඹ 05, පාර්ක් පාරෙහි පිහිටා ඇති ප්රංශ ජාත්යන්තර පාසල 1979 වසරේ පිහිටුවීමෙන් අනතුරුව දැනට දශක හතරක් […]
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In its bid to further empower local rural farmers, Sri Lanka’s preferred poultry producer Crysbro recently held an informative workshop to educate over 60 new small-scale farmers who signed up with ’Crysbro’s coalition with the smallholder agribusiness partnership programme (SAPP). The workshop was headed and enriched by the presence of representatives from Crysbro, SAPP and […]
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September 2020 intake to be announced by the French International School of Colombo École Française Internationale De Colombo (EFIC), also known as the French International School of Colombo celebrated a milestone of 40 years in providing exceptional education opportunities in Sri Lanka recently. The Multi-lingual Education School will be calling for applications to enroll new […]
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Prime Grand, the flagship luxury project of Prime Group, the leading real estate developer of Sri Lanka, has resumed its operations in accordance to #RestartSL protocols announced by the Government of Sri Lanka. Prime Group which stands strong in their contribution towards the economic regeneration in the country, celebrated a key milestone of ‘Prime Grand’, […]
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ஜோன் கீல்ஸ் குழு அதன் சமூகங்கள் மற்றும் பிற பங்குதாரர்களுக்கான பொறுப்பை தொடர்ச்சியாக தடையின்றி நிறைவேற்றுவதோடு, இலங்கையில் COVID-19 சர்வதேச பரவல் ஆரம்பித்ததிலிருந்து அதை எதிர்த்துப் போராடுவதிலும் ஒரு முக்கிய பங்கை வகிக்கின்றது. இந்த சர்வதேச நோய் தீவிரமாக பரவியதிலிருந்து இலங்கையின் மிகப்பெரிய கூட்டு நிறுவனமும் குழுவின் வெவ்வேறு கம்பெனிகளும், தனது CSR ஜோன் கீல்ஸ் அறக்கட்டளை மற்றும் குழு வணிகங்கள் மூலம் பாதிக்கப்பட்ட சமூகங்களுக்கு முக்கியமான உள்கட்டமைப்பு மேம்பாடு, முன்னணி சேவைகளில் இருப்பவர்களின் பாதுகாப்பை வலுப்படுத்துதல் […]
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ප්රජාවන් සහ අනෙකුත් පාර්ශවකරුවන් කෙරෙහි ඇති කැපවීම සහ ආයතනික වගකීම ඉටු කිරීමට, ජෝන් කීල්ස් සමූහය එහි ආයතනික සමාජ වගකීම් අංශය ඔස්සේ, ශ්රී ලංකාවෙන් COVID-19 තුරන් කිරීමේ වැඩපිළිවෙළෙහි ක්රියාකාරී සාමාජිකයෙක් වශයෙන් කටයුතු කරන ලදී. වසංගතයේ ව්යාප්තියත් සමග, ශ්රී ලංකාවේ විශාලතම පෞද්ගලික ආයතනය වන ජෝන් කීල්ස් සමූහයේ, සමාජ සත්කාරක අංශය වන ජෝන් කීල්ස් පදනමත්, ඊට අනුබද්ධ වෙනත් […]
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Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, launched ‘’Huawei Service Mid-year Fiesta’’ to be held from 1st June till 31st July 2020. Huawei offers special discounts for smartphone repairs and also complimentary gifts throughout the fiesta to encourage users who are eagerly waiting to get their smart devices repaired. A 20% discount on Huawei original spare parts […]
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IT Gallery Computers Private Limited, Sri Lanka together with Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co. Ltd, China, recently donated a Hikvision Temperature Screening Thermographic camera to the Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd in an effort to help identify people with abnormal body temperatures. The donation took place at the chairman’s office of the airport […]
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Axiata Digital Labs, the technology hub of AXIATA Group Berhad, Malaysia is expanding its sustainability and CSR initiatives with the launch of ADL Heartbeat, the sustainability arm of ADL. Stepping up to the battle against COVID-19, ADL Heartbeat launched its first initiative which was jointly supported by ADL employees who contributed a part of their […]
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COVID–19 සමග ගතවූ පසුගිය මාස 2 ක සිට නිර්මාණය වූ අනපේක්ෂිත ගැටළුකාරී වාතාවරණය හමුවේ දැවැන්ත සුපිරි වෙළෙඳසැල් ජාලයන් මෙන්ම සුළු හා මධ්ය පරිමාණ ව්යසායකයන් රැසකට සිය සුපුරුදු ව්යාපාරික ක්රමවේදයන්ගෙන් බැහැරවෙමින් අන්තර්ජාලගත ඇනවුම් විකුණුම් සංස්කෘතියකට හුරුවන්නට සිදුවිය. ඒ නිසාම ඇඳිරි නීති සමයට පෙර 1% ක්ව පැවැති මෙරට අන්තර්ජාලගත විකුණුම් සංස්කෘතිය අදවනවිට ඉතා සීඝ්රයෙන් ව්යාපාරිකයන් හා පාරිභෝගිකයන් […]
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ශ්රී ලංකාවේ ස්මාර්ට් ජංගම දුරකතන අතරෙහි නවතම ගෝලීය සන්නාමය වන vivo, කොවිඩ් -19 ගෝලීය වසංගතය හා එමගින් සිදු වන ආර්ථික හානිවලින් ජය ගැනීමේ සටනට සාර්ථක ලෙසින් එක්වන බව පාරිභෝගිකයන් වෙත සහතික වෙයි. ශ්රී ලංකාවේ පශ්චාත් කොවිඩ්-19 තත්ත්වය තුළ, ස්මාර්ට් ජංගම දුරකතන හා උපාංග කර්මාන්තයේ ස්ථාවරත්වය පිළිබඳව මෙන්ම අලෙවිය පිළිබඳව දැනටමත් ක්ෂේත්රය තුළ සෘණාත්මක පුරෝකතනයන් තිබියදී, […]
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Huawei Malaysia introduced the Huawei ASEAN Academy, a dedicated training module set to empower digital talent in the region. In its commitment, Huawei aims to nurture 50,000 talents over the next five years, spread across various businesses and technology sectors. The academy will provide more than 3,000 ICT courses involving 100 skilled trainers to nurture […]
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Huawei held its 17th annual Global Analyst Summit in Shenzhen, both onsite and online. At the event, Huawei was joined by over 2,000 analysts, key opinion leaders, and media representatives from a range of industries, including telecoms, the Internet, and finance. Together, they discussed how the industry can work together to weather the difficult times, […]
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When Sri Lanka entered a sudden lockdown, in response to the global COVID – 19 pandemic, Saaraketha, Sri Lanka’s largest retailer and exporter of certified fresh organic produce and ethically sourced sustainables, was one of the very first to respond to the overnight national need for delivered food. Unlike other retailers, in the food industry, […]
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Introduces “Huawei Share” enhancing user experience and productivity Huawei, announced the introduction of Huawei MateBook D 15, the latest addition to Huawei’s product portfolio in Sri Lanka. The Huawei MateBook D 15 laptop has a stylish and a minimalist design whilst focusing on a solid performance. Huawei has been steadily making a name in the […]
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Huawei, the world’s leading ICT provider, has established an alliance with 18 automakers to build a 5G-enabled automobile ecosphere to accelerate commercial use of 5G technologies in the industry. The first batch of 18 automakers of this alliance include First Automobile Group, Chang’an Automobile, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, SAIC Motor Corporation, Guangzhou Automobile Group, BYD Auto, […]
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Launches #vivography to create a pool of photographs taken by local ‘vivo-users’ From candid snapshots to sleek ad campaigns and everywhere in between, smartphone photography has advanced rapidly in a few short years. vivo the global smartphone brand has been amongst the pioneer in mobile photography revolution; the innovative camera settings of the recently introduced […]
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The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA) commended exhaustive measures taken by Regional Plantation Companies (RPC) in partnership with Government and health authorities to minimize the risk of COVID-19 being transmitted into estate communities, and urged strict and continuous vigilance moving forward. Operations on RPC estates were halted on 13th March 2020 in compliance following the […]
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Velona Cuddles, the leading Diaper brand in Sri Lanka has commenced delivering its products through PickMe in order to serve its customers during this COVID 19 emergency. The ongoing curfew period in the country not only brought logistics services to a standstill, but also caused difficulties for customers who ran out of essentials. As a […]
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Despite the volatile condition in the country and the world due to the pandemic, Sri Lanka’s first fintech accelerator program launched virtually on April 23rd 2020. This is also the first virtual accelerator to be launched in the South Asian region overall during COVID-19. HatchX fintech chapter is executed in partnership with Lankan Angel Network […]
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Encourages all Sri Lankan’s to reflect and engage in religious observances from home Committing to ‘giving’ in its true spirit, HUTCH will be launching its trademark Digital “Vesak Deemana” for the 6th consecutive year in light of the Vesak festival from 7th to 9th May 2020. HUTCH customers can now avail this free offer by […]
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Britain’s government made a firm decision to allow China’s Huawei to have a role in building the country’s 5G phone network and as far as the foreign ministry’s top official understands it is not being reopened, according to media reports. Britain decided in January to allow Huawei into what the government said were non-sensitive parts […]
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Pelwatte Dairy Industries, Sri Lanka’s leading local dairy processing company has taken all the necessary steps to ensure the best practices for health and prevention protocols are followed during the dairy processing. The company, which has continued with uninterrupted dairy collection, has been able to ensure the livelihoods of the local dairy farmers were not […]
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As the world races to curb the spread of the deadly COVID-19 disease, eMarketingEye (www.emarketingeye.com), the award-winning Digital Marketing Agency has taken progressive steps to assist Sri Lanka’s struggling Hospitality industry by sharing a detailed analysis and strategy paper on the impact of the COVID-19 on the industry. The report titled “Digital Insights, Trends and […]
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In view of the ongoing lockdown in Sri Lanka caused by the COVID-19 threat, Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT), the pioneer in British higher education in Sri Lanka and the country’s premier IT and Business campus, has increased its ongoing series of online support seminars in ICT, that help prepare Ordinary Level (O/L) and Advanced […]
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Signs partnership to deliver recharge cards island wide In collaboration with the Ministry of Information and Mass Media and Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation on a special request made by the Presidential Task Force established to combat COVID – 19 in Sri Lanka, HUTCH has joined hands with the Department of Posts Sri […]
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As part of its action plan to help customers to fight COVID-19, Huawei is providing technological services in artificial intelligence (AI), video conferencing, wireless network coverage and smartphones to nations across Asia Pacific. Huawei has joined hands with countries like Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Bangladesh and others to address on-ground communication challenges, ensuring connectivity […]
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Unilever Sri Lanka has committed a sum of Rs. 35 million towards national efforts to tackle the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic in Sri Lanka. The company has contributed Rs 20 Million towards Public Awareness, Hygiene and Sanitation Efforts across the country through its flagship hygiene brand Lifebuoy. This includes setting up 70 Lifebuoy handwash stations in public spaces […]
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Ministry of Health, Nutrition and Indigenous Medicine together with the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) of Sri Lanka, the apex ICT institution in the country has developed an application to inform, engage and react to the deadly spread of the New Coronavirus also known as Covid-19 under the instructions of his excellency the President […]
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Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently unveiled an array of Health and Fitness products ensuring a more convenient and comprehensive way of looking after health and fitness. Huawei Watch GT2, Huawei Band 4 and Huawei Band 4E help simplify life, track workouts and assist in everyday activities at the same time providing a hassle free […]
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In response to the current COVID-19 outbreak, vivo, the global smartphone brand donated LKR 1 million worth surgical masks to the Ministry of Health, Sri Lanka. The donation which is a part of the vivo’s CSR initiative #vivocares, included 15,000 surgical masks that would be utilized by front line medical workers of the Sri Lankan […]
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NOMINATIONS ARE EXTENDED TO AUGUST DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC Online submissions of entries are open until Friday, 21 August 2020 Precautionary health measures to be conducted before and during awards night In light of the ongoing global health crisis, the organisers of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards have made the responsible decision of postponing their […]
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In the light of recent developments caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, following consensus among the stakeholders of the tea industry and with the support of the Chairmen of the Sri Lanka Tea Board, the Colombo Tea Traders’ Association successfully concluded the weekly tea auction on March 18th and 19th, at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, […]
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In a significant announcement made today, Hutch has started offering its subscribers 100% Anytime Data packages without any night time quotas. Customers will no longer have to wait till midnight to access their night time quotas and be worried of running out of quotas to use during the day time. With Hutch Anytime data revolution, […]
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President Gotabaya Rajapaksa held a discussion with the Governor of Central Bank of Sri Lanka Professor W D Lakshman and other senior officials to assess the emerging macro-economic conditions due to the impact of COVID-19 pandemic. The steps taken by the CBSL to manage the operations of the Bank to provide liquidity and access to finance […]
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WASHINGTON, — The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors Thursday (02) approved the $128.6 million Sri Lanka COVID-19 Emergency Response and Health Systems Preparedness Project to help the country prevent, detect, and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and strengthen its public health preparedness. The new fast track package will benefit the entire Sri Lankan population […]
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Sri Lanka’s inflation, as measured by the change in the Colombo Consumers’ Price Index (CCPI), declined to 5.4% in March 2020 from 6.2% in February 2020, the Central Bank reported. This was due to the decline in the prices of items in the Food category. Accordingly, Food inflation (Y-o-Y) declined to 12.8% in March 2020 […]
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Huawei announces solid business performance and commitment to creating greater value for customers and society Huawei released its 2019 Annual Report today, detailing a solid business performance. The company’s global sales revenue in 2019 rounded off at US $ 123 billion (CNY 858.8 billion), up 19.1% year-on-year; its net profit reached US$ 9 billion (CNY […]
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HUAWEI, the innovative smartphone manufacturer recently launched HUAWEI P40 Pro+, HUAWEI P40 Pro and HUAWEI P40 globally. HUAWEI’s long-standing customer base in Sri Lanka is eagerly waiting for the new HUAWEI P40 Series flagship smartphones featuring cutting-edge designs with ground-breaking camera innovations that radically expand mobile photography and video capture possibilities. Available in three glossy […]
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Huawei is renowned for unveiling powerfully designed smartphones at affordable prices. The recently unveiled Nova 7i further raises the bar in terms of design and performance, and proves to be the latest mid-range innovation equipped with flagship features. It presents a whole lot of features that need to be admired such as elegant design, Quad […]
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TM Forum and Huawei Technologies holding a live webinar on 26th March 2020 titled “Whitepaper Launch – Unleash the Power of Digital Transformation”. The webinar reverts on Digital Transformation of Telco’s two key business processes based on eTOM model: (1) SIP-Strategy, Infrastructure, and Products (producing products/services) (2) OPS-Operations (obtaining users and monetizing) During this virtual […]
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Huawei recently introduced Nova 7i, the mid-range smartphone that incorporates flagship features in a robust design. Nova 7i became an instant hit among Sri Lankan consumers due to its outstanding features offered at an unbelievable price. Among the myriad of its attractive features is the quad AI camera set up which makes it a powerhouse […]
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Keeping true to its long devotion to the best interests of their customers, HUTCH has today introduced another key initiative ensuring continuity and access to telecommunication services at a time when the country is grappling with the COVID -19 crisis. The newly announced initiative offers a free daily relief reload of Rs. 15 to all […]
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In line with the decision taken by the Cabinet of Ministers at the Cabinet meeting held on 20.03.2020 on the Direction issued by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to provide relief measures to assist businesses and individuals who are adversely affected by the prevailing Covid-19 outbreak, the Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Deshamanya Professor W D Lakshman has […]
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வீட்டிலிருந்து பணியாற்றும் ஆரம்பகட்ட முயற்சியினை முன்னெடுப்பதன் மூலம், COVID-19 வைரஸ் பரவுவதைத் தடுக்க மக்களை தனிமைப்படுத்துவதன் முக்கியத்துவத்தை அரசாங்கம் அடையாளம் கண்டுள்ளது. இன்று வெளியிடப்பட்ட விசேட அறிக்கையின் மூலமாக Hutch நிறுவனமானது, சந்தாதாரர்கள் தகவல்களை அறிந்து வைத்திருக்க தொடர்ச்சியாக இணைந்திருப்பதற்கும், அவர்களின் நாளாந்த செயற்பாடுகளை வீட்டிலிருந்தவாறு தொடரவும் வழிகோலும் பல புதுமையான முயற்சிகளை விரைவாக முன்னெடுப்பதன் மூலம் அரசாங்கத்தின் முயற்சிகளில் தான் பங்கெடுத்துள்ளமை தொடர்பில் அறிவிப்பதில் மகிழ்ச்சி அடைகின்றது. இந்த முதல் முயற்சியானது, Hutch சந்தாதாரர்கள் தங்கள் […]
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Sri Lanka has enough food for several months, the Ministry of Agriculture said, while urging people not to crowd around shops when curfew imposed to combat Coronavirus is lifted as the Indian Ocean Island’s coronavirus count went to 97 overnight. e Sri Lanka’s Health Ministry said 19 persons were confirmed as having Covid – 19, […]
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As the number of confirmed COVID-19 coronavirus cases continues to rise, something else is starting to happen around the world – entrepreneurs, businesses and multimillionaire philanthropists are pledging their support. Sri Lankan Billionaire Dhammika Perera has also joined this battle against preventing the spread of COVID-19 in the country, with a pledge to donate from […]
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The Government has recognized the importance of isolating the population to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus by driving Work from Home initiatives. In a special statement made today Hutch is pleased to announce that it has joined in supporting the Government’s efforts by rapidly rolling out a number of innovative initiatives that will […]
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Online shopping has become a global trend and an integral part of many people’s lives. Both sellers and customers have identified it to be very convenient, as it provides the luxury of ordering items to one’s doorstep and running an e-commerce store at home. Online shopping has moved beyond merely a means of shopping to […]
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Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently introduced Huawei Nova 7i adding yet another feature packed device to the Nova line of smartphones that offer more value for a convenient price. Like all other Nova smartphones, Nova 7i is stunning to the eye with its matte looking aluminum frame which is convenient to hold in the […]
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Dialog Enterprise, the digital business solutions arm of Dialog Axiata PLC, showcased its readiness and experience to digitize enterprises of trading & manufacturing sectors. Dialog’s readily available products and services boost productivity, security and speed to market of small, medium and large enterprises by leaner digital business processes and enabling new business models. This message […]
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In collaboration with Huawei, Deloitte has published a new whitepaper discussing how key features of 5G can synergize with other technologies to enhance the effectiveness of pandemic prevention and treatment, as well as drive the digital transformation of healthcare systems in response to major public emergencies. The whitepaper, titled “Combating COVID-19 with 5G: Opportunities to […]
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DIMO together with SIEMENS, a global technological and electrical solutions provider, recently signed a contract with Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) to embark the package 04 Lot A phase of the “National Transmission and Distribution Network Development and Efficiency Improvement Project” for enhancing national power supply. The package 04 Lot A phase of this project was […]
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HUTCH organized an engaging event to unveil its fresh value proposition “Be. Anywhere.” before its staff recently. The fully fledged – coverage campaign translated on how HUTCH has now emerged as a Bigger and Better network provider offering inclusive connectivity across the country. Post the successful completion of an expanded 2G, 3G and brand new […]
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Velona Cuddles, the leading Diaper brand in Sri Lanka, won the ‘Best use of Mobile Award’ in the retail sector at the recently concluded SLT Zero One Awards. In addition, Velona Cuddles also won the 1st runner-up award for the ‘Best Website / Microsite’ in the retail sector. Organized by the leading digital service provider, […]
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ජංගම දුරකතන තාක්ෂණයේ නවොත්පදකයින් වන Huawei සමාගම විසින් මෑතකදී වෙළද පොළට හඳුන්වා දෙන ලද නවතම Huawei Y7P ස්මාර්ට් දුරකථනය සඳහා ඉහළ පාරිභෝගික ඉල්ලුමක් පවතී. විශිෂ්ට ඡායාරූප ලබා ගැනීමේ හැකියාව සහිත කැමරා පද්ධතියකින්, වැඩි දත්ත සහ ගොනු ප්රමාණයක් රඳවා ගත හැකි ආකාරයේ ඉහළ මතක ධාරිතාවයකින් සහ ආකර්ෂණීය නිමාවකින් එන Huawei Y7P, ඉතා අඩු මුදලකට මිලදී ගැනීමේ […]
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eMarketingEye (www.emarketingeye.com), the award-winning Digital Marketing Agency and a pioneer in the Asian region specializing in the Hospitality industry, took home most of the top awards including the coveted “Overall Best Digital Media Agency”, “Best Digital Media Agency for Travel/Leisure sector”, “Best Digital-Enabled Product” and “Best Digital-Integrated Campaign” for the Travel/Leisure sector, at the SLT […]
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Also wins the Consumer Durables Brand of the year The people of Sri Lanka have once again voted for the country’s premier consumer durables retailer “Singer”, as the “Peoples Brand of the Year” for the 14th consecutive time at the recently concluded SLIM Nielson Peoples awards ceremony held at Waters Edge. In addition, Singer also […]
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ශ්රී ලාංකාවේ ප්රමුඛතම සන්නාම සමූහයක් වන ජැට් හෝල්ඩින්ග්ස්, සිය ආයතනික සමාජ වගකීම යටතේ ප්රජා සත්කාරය හා සංවර්ධනය වෙනුවෙන්, තරුණ පරපුර වෙත වෘත්තීය පුහුණුව ලබාදෙමින් ඔවුනගේ කුසලතාවන් ඉහළ තලයකට ගෙන ඒමේ අරමුණින් GIZ වෘත්තීය පුහුණු ව්යාපෘතිය (German Tech) සමඟ අවබෝධතා ගිවිසුමකට පසුගියදා එළැඹීය. ප්රායෝගික හැකියාවකින් සහ ලැදියාවකින් යුතු කුසලතා පූර්ණ තරුණ තරුණියන් සහ ශ්රව්යාබාධිත තරුණ තරුණියන් […]
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ඇන්කර් සම්පූර්ණ යොදය සහිත කිරිපිටි, ශ්රී ලංකාවේ ක්රියාත්මක වන දේශීය ප්රමිතියට සම්පූර්ණයෙන්ම අනුකූල බවට ශ්රී ලංකා ප්රමිති ආයතනය මගින් නැවත වරක් තහවුරු කර තිබේ. නවසීලන්තයේදී ඇන්කර් කිරිපිටි නිෂ්පාදන ක්රියාවලිය සම්බන්ධයෙන් සිදුකරන ලද පූර්ණ විගණන පරීක්ෂාවකින් අනතුරුව එම ආයතනය මෙම නිගමනයට එළඹී ඇත. කිරිපිටි සම්බන්ධයෙන් ශ්රී ලංකාවේ දේශීය ප්රමිතිය ලෙස ක්රියාත්මක වන SLS 731 ප්රමිතීන්ට අනුකූල […]
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A Triumphant Return of The Region’s Most Prestigious Real Estate Awards in Colombo Long awaited black-tie event and awards ceremony to be held in Colombo on 17 July 2020, with public nominations open until 1 May New edition will also recognise the Best Residential Development in Maldives and its capital Malé On the heels of […]
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In an all new, exciting edition of the Slow Boat series, Chandan Lahiri from India and Timm Kruse from Germany will paddle their watercraft around the coast of Sri Lanka. The expedition will begin on the 8th March 2020 from Mount Lavinia and paddle till 17th April through one of the most beautiful destinations in […]
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With the roll out completion of a nationwide 4G network and 2G/3G network merger with Etisalat, HUTCH is now enabling a trulydigital experience with the launch of its Self-Care App for both 078 and 072 mobile number users. Among the many value based services to its customers, Hutch is proud to present the first and […]
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Huawei, innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently unveiled their novel addition to the much acclaimed Y series, the Huawei Y7P, to general enthusiasm. Alongside the flagship features with an outstanding camera quality, impressive storage capabilities and an ethereal design, Huawei Y7P has fascinated its users while being available at an extremely affordable price. Standing out as a […]
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Festival at Avenra Garden Hotel on 8th March 2020 from 10 a.m. onwards She could be your mom, sister, girlfriend, fiancé, wife, boss, peer, friend, or any combination of the above. International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8th with a mission to help forge a gender-equal world, and this year in 2020, the Rotary […]
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Industrial Engineering Team of DIMO facilitated the Ettampitiya safe Water supply project by executing the entire Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) scope of work for providing safe drinking water to the people living in Badulla district. This is one of the largest water supply projects facilitated by DIMO. The ceremonial commissioning of the safe water supply […]
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Velona Cuddles, the leading baby diaper brand in Sri Lanka, recently introduced their all new diaper subscription app. This app was released to the valuable clientele as a solution for a problem that many parents with infants and toddlers face. While a new parent provides a baby with undivided care, the flexibility to step out […]
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Huawei Sri Lanka and University of Moratuwa (UOM) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enable the educated and talented youth in Sri Lanka to further enhance their skills in the ICT domain and to be competitive in the ever growing ICT industry, as part of Huawei’s long-term digital inclusion initiative – TECH4ALL, to […]
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The 32nd Joint Meeting of UN World Tourism Organization’s Commission for East Asia and the Pacific and the UNWTO Commission for South Asia will be hosted by Sri Lanka from 29th June to 01st July 2020 in Colombo and Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority is currently in the process of organizing the conference. The theme […]
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Huawei, innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently unveiled its all-new introduction to the array of Huawei Y series smartphones, the Huawei Y7P. An instant success, Huawei Y7P has been recognized by professionals as being an innovative, aesthetically pleasing and high performance device that is more than suitable for all your daily smartphone needs. Huawei takes it one […]
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The success of ASEAN’s digital transformation need the support of the private sector and market players like Huawei in building an innovation ecosystem and addressing issues related to big idea and data privacy, said Dr. Aladdin D. Rillo, Deputy Secretary-General for ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), at an online Industrial Digital Transformation Conference on Monday. “ASEAN’s […]
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Both service providers as well as their customers rely on technology to help their operations and business growth. Technology can be used to break down regional barriers, and to enhance the ability to operate as one global team. Many service providers have acknowledged the need to modernize business operations and get onto the latest solutions. […]
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Ideal First Choice, the multi brand total after care arm of the Ideal Group expanded its branch network by opening its 8th service center at Dambulla and 9th at Wanawasala. Ideal First Choice is an initiative by the Ideal Group of Companies, the authorized distributor for Mahindra vehicles ranging from Motor Cycles to Prime Movers. […]
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With an ambitious plan to reach greater heights by strengthening its senior leadership team headed by its VC and CEO Prof Nalaka Jayakody, Northshore Campus, a leading higher education institute in the country with modern state-of-the-art infrastructure, recently appointed Professor Sisuru Sendanayake as its new Deputy Vice Chancellor. Prof Sendanayake was previously the Director of […]
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Encouraging life insurance policyholders to enjoy life and lead healthier lifestyles, the innovative Union Assurance’s ‘Union Lifestyle Bonus’ offers an impressive range of wellness–related discounts. Nurturing the wellbeing of life insurance policyholders, the Union Lifestyle Bonus campaign offers invaluable discounts through the Nawaloka Premier Wellness Centre, and leading opticians Eric Rajapaksha and Vision Care. At […]
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By Ransika De Silva, Director / Founder of PayMaster Technology has expanded its roots to the field of Finance with promising signs of a cashless world. An often-heard term, Fintech has taken the center-stage for financial services with many companies at present turning towards the same for leveraging profits and productivity. Fintech culture has ushered […]
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Cyber security is a major concern in this tech era where people are too overwhelmed with technology to the extent that they tend to feel safer in the face of technology. Emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, and Quantum Computing have facilitated the millennials with the luxury of automating their work, at the same […]
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Huawei Consumer Business Group (BG) recently hosted a virtual launch in Barcelona, Spain, during which it announced a series of new 5G products and a strategy that demonstrate the full capabilities of its all-scenario ecosystem. The key products announced include, Huawei Mate Xs, an evolution of the foldable device featuring cutting-edge hardware and software, Huawei […]
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කන්වීනියන්ස් ෆුඩ්ස් (ලංකා) පී.එල්.සී සමාගම ගෙන එන රටේම විශ්වාසයේ රස මුද්රාව වන ලංකාසෝයි නිෂ්පාදන පෙළෙහි නවතම සෝයා නිෂ්පාදන දෙකක් පසුගියදා වෙළෙඳ පොළට නිකුත් කෙරිණි. සුවිශේෂී රසයෙන් යුතු, ලංකාසෝයි මිරිස් මාළු හා ලංකාසෝයි අලකරිය මෑතදී පාරිභෝගිකයින් අතට පත් කෙරුණු එම නිෂ්පාදන ද්විත්වයයි. මෙම ලංකාසෝයි නිෂ්පාදන ද්විත්වයම වෙනස් රසයෙන් යුක්තව අලුත් අත්දැකීමක් ගෙන එන නිසා රට පුරා […]
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‘’Sri Lanka Corporate Health and Productivity Awards 2020’’ conducted by the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) in collaboration with Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) was held recently at BMICH. H.E Akira Sugiyama, Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka attended the showpiece event as the chief guest and Aminda Rodrigo, Chairman of COYLE also attended […]
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Ensuing customers remain connected and abreast with technology, the innovative ‘Union Lifestyle Bonus’ promotional campaign launched by Union Assurance offers policyholders amazing tech deals. John Keells Office Automation (JKOA), the market leader in office automation solutions, with a product portfolio that includes renowned global brands such as Samsung, Toshiba and Hitachi is providing attractive discounts […]
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Unveiling a pivotal achievement post its strategic acquisition of Etisalat Lanka (Pvt) Ltd., in 2018, Hutchison Telecommunications Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, today announced the successful completion of the merger between the two networks and smooth migration of customers from multiple systems to one of world-class unified system. Senior officials from the local subsidiary of global telecommunication […]
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27 වැනි වතාවටත් පැවැත්වුණු ශ්රී ලංකාවේ විශාලතම එළිමහන් චිත්ර ප්රදර්ශනය වන කලා පොළ 2020, දේශීය දෘශ්ය කලා ශිල්පීන් විශාල පිරිසකගේ නිර්මාණ කෞශල්යය බබලවමින් කොළඹ වර්ණවත් කිරීමට සමත් විය. ජෝර්ජ් කීට් පදනම හා ජෝන් කීල්ස් සමූහය එක්ව ගෙනා කලා පොළ 2020, පසුගියදා කොළඹ 07, ආනන්ද කුමාරස්වාමි මාවතේදී පැවැත්විණි. නෙත් ඇදහිය නොහැකි චිත්ර, මූර්ති මෙන්ම ජීවමාන සේ […]
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கலா பொல 2020, இலங்கையின் வருடாந்த திறந்தவெளி ஓவியக் கண்காட்சியின் 27 ஆவது தொகுப்பு, கொழும்பின் கிறீன் பாத் பகுதியை வண்ணமயமாக்கியதுடன், பல கலைஞர்களை வெளிக்கொண்டு வந்தது. ஜோன் கீல்ஸ் குழுமத்துடன் ஒன்றிணைந்து ஜோர்ஜ் கீற் மன்றம் முன்னெடுக்கும் கலா பொல 2020, கொழும்பு 7, ஆனந்தகுமாரசுவாமி மாவத்தையில் பெப்ரவரி 23 ஆம் திகதி இடம்பெற்றது. இக் கண்காட்சி 370 பதிவு செய்யப்பட்ட கலைஞர்களை கவர்ந்திருந்ததுடன், கண்ணைக் கவரும் ஓவியங்கள், உயிரோட்டமுள்ள உருவப்படங்கள், பண்பியல் ஓவியங்கள் மற்றும் […]
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ජංගම දුරකථන තාක්ෂණයේ නවොත්පාදකයා වන Huawei විසින් සිය Y පරපුරේ ස්මාර්ට් ජංගම දුරකථන මාදිලි පෙල අතරට නවතම හඳුන්වා දීමක් පසු ගියදා සිදු කෙරිණි. මෑතකදී දියත් කරන ලද Huawei AppGallery සමඟින් ශ්රී ලංකාවට හඳුන්වා දෙන ප්රථම ජංගම දුරකථන මාදිලිය වන Y7P අද්විතීය විශේෂාංග රැසකින් සමන්විත සුවිශේෂී ස්මාර්ට් දුරකථන මාදිලියක් වේ. ඉතා තියුණු, පැහැදිළි හා අලංකාර ඡායාරූප […]
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Kala Pola 2020, the 27th edition of Sri Lanka’s annual open-air art fair, turned Green Path in Colombo into a riot of colour, shining a spotlight on a variety of local visual artists. Presented by The George Keyt Foundation in association with the John Keells Group, Kala Pola 2020 took place on February 23rd along […]
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New appointment will further accelerate cloud and digital transformation journeys for customers in fast-growing, dynamic markets in Asia including Sri Lanka Move complements VMware’s strengthened focus on supporting business transformation amidst region’s fast developing digital economy VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW), a leading innovator in enterprise software, today announced the appointment of Venkatesh Murali as Head […]
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The global fashion industry is one of the most vital and rapidly-growing industries that dates back to our evolution. Behind the glamourous catwalks, there exists sourcing and manufacturing processes, working tirelessly to bring clothing to the masses. With civilization arrived fashion, and it has been evolving ever since. The Fashion industry is sustained by infographics […]
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நல்லிணக்கத்தையும், அமைதியையும் கொண்டுவரும் புத்தாக்க ஸ்மார்ட்போன் தயாரிப்பாளரான Huawei, தற்போதைய பரபரப்பான ஸ்மார்ட்போனான Huawei Nova 5Tஐ Crush Green வண்ணத்தில் அறிமுகப்படுத்தியுள்ளது. புதிதாக Nova குடும்பத்தில் அதிரடியாக இணைந்துகொண்ட Huawei Nova 5T, தற்போது கண்ணைக் கவரும் Crush Green வண்ணத்தில் கிடைப்பதுடன், இம்மாதிரி ஏற்கனவே Crush Blue, Midsummer Purple மற்றும் Black ஆகிய வண்ணங்களில் கிடைக்கின்றது. Huawei Nova 5Tஇன் தட்டையான பின்புற மேற்பரப்பு 3D effects உடன் கூடிய பிரம்மிக்கவைக்கும் அம்சத்தைக் […]
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සීමාසහිත ඩීසල් හා මෝටර් ඉංජිනේරු පොදු සමාගම (ඩීමෝ), විසින් සිදු කරන රූමස්සල ලෝක ප්රසිද්ධ බොනස්විටා කොරල් පරය ආශ්රිතව කොරල් නැවත රෝපණය කිරීමේ හා සංරක්ෂණය කිරීමේ වැඩසටහනෙහි තුන්වැනි අදියර පසුගිදා සාර්ථකව අවසන් විණි. තෙවැනි අදියර්දී අක්කර 0.75 ක ප්රදේශයක කොරල් නැවත රෝපණය කෙරුණු අතර, ඩීමෝ සමූහය හරහා ඩීමෝහි අංශ ගණනාවක ස්වේච්ඡා සහභාගිත්වය ලබා ගනිමින්, බොනස්විටා කොරල් […]
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புத்தாக்க ஸ்மார்ட்போன் தயாரிப்பாளரான Huawei, தனது Y தொடரின் புதிய இணைப்பான Huawei Y7P ஸ்மார்ட்போனை அண்மையில் அறிமுகப்படுத்தியது. இந்த அறிமுகத்தின் சிறப்பம்சம் என்னவெனில், Huawei AppGallery மற்றும் Huawei இன் புதிதாக அறிமுகப்படுத்தப்பப்பட்ட அப்ளிகேஷன் ஸ்டோருடன் (application store) இலங்கையில் அறிமுகப்படுத்த முதல் சாதனம் Huawei Y7P ஆகும். மூன்று விவேகமான பின்புற கமெராக்களை இது கொண்டுள்ளது. 48MP பிரதான கமெரா, 8 MP அதிவிசாலமான கோண (Ultra Wide Angle) கமெரா மற்றும் 2MP […]
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On 29th February, Saturday, Colombo’s popular jazz singer Gananath Dasanayaka with his band En Route will set the mood for an evening of good jazz at the OWSC in an atmosphere set for wining and dining. ‘Cheers to Jazz’ will provide jazz lovers a Saturday evening of quality music that will include some popular numbers […]
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Innovative smartphone manufacturer Huawei yesterday unveiled its much-awaited new addition to the Y series: the Huawei Y7P. The specialty of this launch was that the Huawei Y7P is the first device to be launched with Huawei AppGallery, Huawei’s newly launched application store, in Sri Lanka. It features three intelligent rear cameras. The 48 MP main […]
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Kala Pola – the iconic Sri Lankan open air art fair presented by The George Keyt Foundation in association with the John Keells Group will take place for the 27th consecutive year. This year’s fair will be held on Sunday, 23 February from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. along Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 7. Kala […]
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Rediscover Sri Lanka’s beauty and relish an affordable vacation with ‘Union Lifestyle Bonus’ promotional hotel deals, enabling Union Assurance Life Insurance policyholders an opportunity to enjoy their life. Many who yearn to travel and relish vacation time can now do so with ease, as leisure has never been more affordable. Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts portfolio […]
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මෙවර SLASSCOM ආයතනය විසින් සංවිධානය කළ IT/BPM සතියෙහි සිවු වැනි අදියර, පසුගියදා ඌව පළාතේදී බදුල්ල ප්රදේශයේදී පැවැත්විණි. මානව හැකියා ධාරිතාවය ඉහළ නැංවීම අරමුණු කර ගනිමින් දුර බැහැර නගරවල සංවිධානය වන SLASSCOM IT/BPM සතිය, මේ වන විට ශ්රී ලංකාවේ තාක්ෂණික වර්ධනය කෙරෙහි සුවිසල් දායකත්වයක් ලබා දෙන තරගකාරී වැඩසටහනක් බවට පත් ව ඇත. එමෙන්ම, ඉකුත් වසරවලද SLASSCOM […]
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Hutch, Sri Lanka’s preferred choice for mobile broadband services, collaborated as the presenting partner with Sun FM to bring forth the much awaited “Boyce Avenue Live in Colombo” concert at the Taj Samudra South Lawn recently. The evening was serenaded with the melodies of Sun FM’s professed “Slow Flow Sunday” as Boyce Avenue, the reputed […]
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The 11th edition of INDIAWOOD, organised by NürnbergMesse, is the region’s biggest knowledge sharing show for furniture manufacturing machinery, raw materials, panels, hardware, components and accessories. It will be held from February 27-March 2, 2020at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, Bengaluru, India. The five-day mega show will focus on carpentry, skilling, innovation, automation and digitalization with […]
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Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon, ජෝන් කීල්ස් සමූහයේ සමාජ ව්යවසායකත්ව ව්යාපෘතියවන Plasticcylce සහ සමුද්රීය පරිසර ආරක්ෂණ අධිකාරිය (MEPA) සමඟ හික්කඩුව වෙරළතීරයේ කොටසක් සුරැකිම සඳහා 2020 ජනවාරි 30 දින වැඩසටහනක් දියත් කරන ලදි. මෙම වැඩසටහන තුලින් ප්ලාස්ටික් අපද්රව්ය රැස් කිරීම සඳහා විශේෂයෙන්ම නිර්මාණය කළ බින් ස්ථානගතකිරීමට අපේක්ෂා කරන අතර එයට MEPA විසින් ආරම්භ කරන ලද “වෙරළ ආරක්ෂක” […]
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Bringing harmony and tranquility, Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, has introduced a new color gradient of Crush Green to the current smartphone sensation, Huawei Nova 5T. One of the latest additions and taking the Nova family by storm, Huawei Nova 5T, is now available in the eye-catching color gradient of Crush Green, alongside its existing […]
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Singer, country’s premier consumer durables retailer recently partnered with cake specialist, Dushanthi Madanayake in an attempt to provide an all-new user experience for food enthusiasts who are passionate about baking products and equipment. As an exclusive partner, Dushanthi will be collaborating with Singer for two years where she will be instrumental in creating awareness of […]
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The ‘Sri Lanka Corporate Health and Productivity Awards 2020’ organised by the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) together with Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) is set to unfold on 25 February at the Lotus Room, BMICH from 4:30 p.m. onwards. The awards ceremony, featuring its second edition, is considered an honest effort in raising […]
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කොළඹ සංස්කෘතික දිනපොතෙහි මග නොහැරිය යුතු ඉසව්වක් ලෙස ඉමහත් ජනප්රියත්වයට පත් වාර්ෂික එළිමහන් කලා සල්පිල, ‘කලා පොළ 2020’ කොළඹ 07 ආනන්ද කුමාරස්වාමි මාවතේ දී එළඹෙන පෙබරවාරි 23 වන ඉරුදින පැවැත්වීමට කටයුතු යොදා තිබේ. ජෝන් කීල්ස් සමූහයේ සහයෝගීතාව සමඟින් ජෝර්ජ් කීට් පදනම විසින් සංවිධානය කරනු ලබන කලා පොළ එදින උදෑසන 8.00 සිට රාත්රී 8.00 දක්වා පැවැත්වීමට […]
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With a renewed focus on empowering their employees to become product consultants to a growing global clientele, software product engineering specialist 99X Technology engaged Tarigo Consulting, UK to conduct Product Management workshops to drive their next wave of growth. 99X Technology conducted a second series of workshops on Product Management for its project leadership teams […]
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Kala Pola – the iconic Sri Lankan open air art fair presented by The George Keyt Foundation in association with the John Keells Group – will be held on Sunday, 23rd February 2020 from 8.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. along Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 07. Conceptualized by the George Keyt Foundation, Kala Pola was first […]
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යුනියන් ඇෂුවරන්ස් සමාගම හඳුන්වා දී ඇති ‘යුනියන් ලයිෆ්ස්ටයිල් බෝනස්’ වැඩසටහන මඟින් දැන් යුනියන් ඇෂුවරන්ස් රක්ෂණ හිමියන්ට දේශීය හා විදේශීය සංචාරයන් සඳහා සුවිශේෂී වට්ටම් හිමිකර ගැනීමට අවස්ථාව ලැබී තිබේ. ලොව ආකර්ෂණීය ස්ථාන සියැසින් දැකබලාගැනීම යනු බොහෝ දෙනෙකුගේ ප්රාර්ථනාවකි. මේ ප්රාර්ථනාවන් සැබෑ කරමින් ජීවිතයට කිසිදා අමතක නොවන මතක එක්රැස් කරගැනීමට රක්ෂණ හිමියන්ට අත්වැලක් වනු පිණිස, මැලේසියාව, වියට්නාමය, […]
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இலங்கையின் முதற்தர நுகர்வோர் சாதனங்களின் சில்லறை விற்பனையாளராகவும், வர்த்தக ரீதியில் உலகின் முதல் தையல் இயந்திரத்தினை அறிமுகப்படுத்திய சிங்கர் நிறுவனமானது, இலங்கையின் சிறிய மற்றும் நடுத்தர அளவிலான ஆடைக் கைத்தொழில் உற்பத்தியாளர்களை ஊக்குவிக்கும் நோக்கில் பல புதிய தையல் இயந்திர மாடல்களை அறிமுகப்படுத்தியுள்ளது. இலங்கையில் புகழ்பூத்த தையல் இயந்திர வர்த்தகநாமமாகத் திகழும் சிங்கர், லொக்ஸ்டிச் தையல் இயந்திரத்திலிருந்து ஓவர்லொக் தையல் இயந்திரம் வரை ஏற்றுமதி மற்றும் சிறு கைத்தொழில் துறை உற்பத்தியாளர்களுக்குத் தேவையான அனைத்து விதமான தையல் […]
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Reflecting a strong turnaround delivering an impressive surge in Q3 profits for the year 2019/20, the Singer Group reported consolidated profit after tax of Rs. 341.4 million, compared to Rs.17.4 million in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The mainstays of this significant improvement was due to growth across key product categories as a […]
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DIMO triumphed at the TAGS Awards 2024, winning the prestigious Silver Award for Overall Excellence in Corporate Reporting. The company also earned a Gold Award and four Silver Awards, highlighting its commitment to Transparency, Accountability, Governance, and Sustainability. The accolades included a Gold Award for Diversified Holdings (Group Turnover Up to 100bn) and Silver Awards […]
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பிரான்ஸை தளமாகக் கொண்ட குறைந்த மின்னழுத்தம் தொடர்பான மின்சக்தி நிர்வாகத்தில் ஒரு நூற்றாண்டுக்கும் மேலான நிபுணத்துவம் கொண்ட Socomec நிறுவனம், இலங்கையின் மின்சார பொறியியல் மற்றும் தொலைத்தொடர்புத் துறையில் உள்ள முன்னணி நிறுவனங்களில் ஒன்றான Venora குழுமத்தின் துணை நிறுவனமான Boxy Private Limited உடன் ஒரு மூலோபாய கூட்டாண்மையை ஏற்படுத்தியுள்ளதாக அறிவித்துள்ளது. இந்த ஒத்துழைப்பானது இலங்கைச் சந்தையில் மின்சார அளவீடு மற்றும் கண்காணிப்புத் தீர்வுகளை வலுப்படுத்துவதை நோக்கமாகக் கொண்டுள்ளது. இது பிராந்தியத்தின் நிலைபேறான தன்மை மற்றும் […]
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Socomec, a France-based specialist in low voltage power management with over a century of expertise, has announced a strategic partnership with Boxy Private Limited, a subsidiary of the Venora Group—one of Sri Lanka’s leading players in Electrical Engineering and Telecommunication. This collaboration aims to strengthen power metering and monitoring solutions in the Sri Lankan market, […]
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The Pre-Insulated (PIR) Duct industry in Sri Lanka has been subjected to controversy due to the low-quality products that are available in the market. Lead Airtec, is one of the authorized distributors of Kingspan Insulation in Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Seychelles, urges its clients in purchasing industry standard and reliable products. Kingspan Insulation notes that […]
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by Sailaja Devireddy, Head of Financial Marketing Services of Acuity Knowledge Partners From the bustling trading floors of global financial hubs to the serene offices of boutique wealth management firms, the asset and wealth management landscape offers a spectrum of environments where individuals can cultivate their talents, hone their expertise, and forge lasting relationships within […]
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මෙරට ප්රමුඛ පෙළේ ශාකසාර නිෂ්පාදන ක්ෂේත්රයේ විශ්වාසනීය සන්නාමයක් හා සී.අයි.සී හෝල්ඩින් හි අනුබද්ධිත ආයතනයක් වන ලින්ක් නැචුරල් ප්රොඩක්ට්ස් හි “සාර ඔසු” කෘෂි ව්යාපෘතිය පෙන්නුම් කළ තිරසාරත්වය සඳහා වන අඛණ්ඩ කැපවීම පසුගිය දා ඇගයීමට ලක් විය. ශ්රී ලංකා වාණිජ මණ්ඩලය විසින් සංවිධානය කරන ලද 2024 වර්ෂයේ හොඳම ආයතනික පුරවැසි සම්මාන ප්රදානෝත්සවයේ දී මෙම “සාර ඔසු” කෘෂි […]
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Associated Motorways (AMW) සමාගම සහ ජපානයේ Yamaha Motor සමාගම විසින් මෙරට ප්රථම වරට පැවැත් වූ Sri Lanka Technician Grand Prix 2024 සඳහා සිය සත්කාරකත්වය සපයන ලදී. Yamaha යතුරුපැදි සහ ස්කූටර් කාර්මික ශිල්පීන්ගේ තාක්ෂණික කුසලතා වැඩිදියුණු කරමින් ඔවුන්ගේ වෘත්තීය සංවර්ධනය සඳහා මෙම අවස්ථාව මඟපෙන්වනු ලැබීය. දිවයින පුරා සිටින Yamaha කාර්මික ශිල්පීන්ට ‘ශ්රී ලංකාවේ හොඳම Yamaha කාර්මික […]
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20 ஆண்டுகளுக்கும் மேலாக Hemas Consumer Brands நிறுவனத்தின் முதன்மையான சலவை பராமரிப்பு வர்த்தகநாமமாக திகழும் தீவா, 23ஆவது SLIM Brand Excellence விருது நிகழ்வில் அதன் துணை வர்த்தகநாமமான தீவா திரியவிற்காக (Diva Diriya) Best New Entrant of the Year (வருடத்தின் சிறந்த புதிய நுழைவாளருக்கான) வெண்கல விருதை வென்றதன் மூலம் அதன் விசேடத்துவத்தை மீண்டும் நிரூபித்துள்ளது. இலங்கை சந்தைப்படுத்தல் தொடர்பான முதன்மையான அமைப்பாக விளங்கும் Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing […]
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Diva, the premier laundry care brand from Hemas Consumer Brands for over 20 years, has proven its excellence yet again by winning the Bronze Award for Best New Entrant of the Year for its sub brand ‘Diva Diriya’ at the 23rd SLIM Brand Excellence Awards. This prestigious award from the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing […]
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Nations Trust Bank recently launched an Urban Forestry Initiative, a multi-phase tree-planting project that is aimed at increasing greener spaces in Colombo city while encouraging environmental stewardship. The initiative demonstrates Nations Trust Bank’s commitment to environmental sustainability and its aim to reach the Global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Twenty-four trees of the variants Mee, Karanda, […]
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