EDB Launches Fast-Track Relief to Support Exporters Affected by Adverse Weather

EDB Launches Fast-Track Relief to Support Exporters Affected by Adverse Weather

The Export Development Board (EDB) has launched a rapid relief and recovery program following the severe impact of adverse weather conditions on Sri Lanka’s export sector. A discussion meeting was held recently at the EDB premises, with the participation of Secretary to the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Mrs. Tilaka Jayasundara, EDB Chairman and […]

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UNDP, together with partners, brings together immersive insight into the cruel realities of SGBV in Sri Lanka in line with 16 Days of Activism

UNDP, together with partners, brings together immersive insight into the cruel realities of SGBV in Sri Lanka in line with 16 Days of Activism

The immersive experience ‘Through her eyes’ blends audio and visual storytelling with theatre in a never-before-seen approach to SGBV awareness. The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign observed annually from 25 November to 10 December, beginning on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and concluding on […]

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HUTCH Contributes Rs. 60 Million to Support Cyclone-Affected Communities

HUTCH Contributes Rs. 60 Million to Support Cyclone-Affected Communities

As part of ongoing relief efforts for communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah, HUTCH Sri Lanka has donated Rs. 60 million to the Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund. The contribution was officially handed over today (04) at the Presidential Secretariat. The donation cheque was presented to Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake by HUTCH […]

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Central Bank of Sri Lanka gives approval for Nations Trust Bank’s acquisition of HSBC’s retail banking business in Sri Lanka

Central Bank of Sri Lanka gives approval for Nations Trust Bank’s acquisition of HSBC’s retail banking business in Sri Lanka

Nations Trust Bank PLC (NTB) is pleased to announce that the Bank has received the approval from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) to acquire The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, Sri Lanka’s (HSBC Sri Lanka) Retail Banking business. NTB and HSBC signed a binding Sale and Purchase Agreement in September this year, with […]

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Uber joins hands with Sri Lanka Red Cross Society: Commits LKR 65 million to support communities impacted by Cyclone Ditwah

Uber joins hands with Sri Lanka Red Cross Society: Commits LKR 65 million to support communities impacted by Cyclone Ditwah

Teams up with Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) to mobilise community donations Uber Sri Lanka today announced a partnership with the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society to support relief and recovery efforts for communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. As part of this initiative, Uber is contributing approximately LKR 65 million towards emergency relief, combining funds for […]

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Suwanda Industries (Cycle Pure Incense – Sri Lanka) Recertified as ZeroCarbon® Manufacturer for 2025

Suwanda Industries (Cycle Pure Incense – Sri Lanka) Recertified as ZeroCarbon® Manufacturer for 2025

Suwanda Industries, known globally under the brand name Cycle Pure Incense, is proud to announce its recertification as a ZeroCarbon® Manufacturer for 2025. This marks another significant milestone in the company’s ongoing journey of environmental responsibility and purpose-driven business. As Sri Lanka’s only Carbon Neutral Manufacturer of Incense Sticks, this achievement reaffirms the company’s unwavering dedication to […]

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Sofia Colombo launches Colombo’s first ‘Hotel e-Shop’ powered by Thineth Software Solutions

Sofia Colombo launches Colombo’s first ‘Hotel e-Shop’ powered by Thineth Software Solutions

In a groundbreaking step toward enhancing guest convenience and digital hospitality, Sofia Colombo has officially launched Colombo’s first-ever multilingual “Hotel E-Shop,” developed in partnership with Thineth Software Solutions. This innovative online platform operates without the need for app downloads or personal data collection guests simply scan a QR code available in their rooms to access […]

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