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12 Apr 2024 - 1 - 77
As the yearning for more cross-Straits communications between the Chinese mainland and China’s Taiwan region has been increasing in recent years, CGTN proudly presents a three-episode documentary series, ’’Incredible Odyssey,’’ which tells three unique and exciting stories from the perspective of three young people from Taiwan. The series explores and presents a real and charming China to the world.
11 Apr 2024 - 4 - 1398
Extending the growth momentum, the international tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka crossed the 50,000 mark during the first nine days of April.
11 Apr 2024 - 0 - 234
The Hambantota International Port (HIP) has ventured into container transshipment operations, partnering with Switzerland-based Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC). Container ship MV MSC Ingrid made her maiden call at the HIP on Tuesday, discharging over 500 TEUs, originating from Rotterdam Port, via the east-west shipping route. The transshipment cargo is scheduled to reach the final destination Dubai, through container vessel MSC Sky 11, whi
11 Apr 2024 - 0 - 142
The Cabinet nod has been granted to establish Youth Agripreneurship Villages at Divisional Secretariat level, in a bid to attract youth to the agriculture sector, with the use of the latest technologies. Agriculture and Plantation Industries Minister Mahinda Amaraweera this week sought the approval of the Cabinet of Ministers to implement the programme by selecting one village in each of the selected Divisional Secretariat area this year, under
11 Apr 2024 - 0 - 94
Assetline Finance Limited (AFL) announced the appointment of Nanda Fernando as Independent, Non-Executive Director of the company. Fernando currently serves as a business consultant. A banker with over four decades of experience in banking, he is also Managing Director of Professional Business Consultants, a company engaged in providing financial planning and advisory services. He also serves on the respective boards of Hatton National Bank P
11 Apr 2024 - 0 - 105
Ravi Tissera has been appointed to the board of HNB Finance PLC as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective from April 4, 2024. Tissera is an inclusive finance, impact investing, green finance and MSME sector specialist, with over 15 years’ experience as a CEO, both in Sri Lanka and Myanmar. He was the founder CEO of LOLC Micro Credit Ltd in 2008, which later merged with LOLC Finance PLC (LOFC) in 2018. He continued as Executive Deputy Ch
11 Apr 2024 - 0 - 122
The reforms to the governance of Sri Lanka’s state-owned banks will soon kick off, with the Cabinet approving the implementation process, this week. On Monday, the Cabinet of Ministers affirmed the resolution furnished by President Ranil Wickremesinghe, as the Finance, Economic Stabilisation and National Policies Minister, to implement the reformation proposals. The set of reforms for the state-owned banks was identified by a committee consisting
11 Apr 2024 - 0 - 191
The Committee on Ways and Means has instructed the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) to collect the data of individuals earning above Rs.100,000 per month, on a digital platform, instead of all persons above 18 years of age. The committee, which met under the chairmanship of Patali Champika Ranawaka, in Parliament, on April 2, this year, issued the above instructions to the IRD. The government introduced mandatory income tax registration for everyo
11 Apr 2024 - 0 - 91
BBC: Banking giant HSBC is selling off its business in Argentina at a US $ 1 billion (£790 million) loss after years of battling with the country’s unstable exchange rate. HSBC Argentina, which has more than 100 branches and 3,100 employees, will be bought by Grupo Financiero Galicia, a major private financial group. Annual inflation in Argentina hit 276.2 percent last month, the highest in the world. Five years ago, US $ 1 would buy 43 pesos. It
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 156
10 Apr 2024 - 1 - 393
From the verdant hills of Kandy to the serene shores of Jaffna, the Ride4Ceylon charity ride embarked on a journey fueled by compassion and determination from February 28th to March 2nd. Spanning four days of scenic vistas and camaraderie, this ride wasn’t just about pedaling kilometers, but about pedaling hope and support for a cause close to many hearts.
10 Apr 2024 - 1 - 1501
Sri Lanka’s labour force participation rate hit a new low in 2023, the recently published Labour Force Survey (LFS) annual bulletin highlighted.
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 862
The world’s first Cinnamon Museum was unveiled this week in Mirissa Hills, a cinnamon estate near Weligama. The opening event was graced by Tourism Minister Harin Fernando....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 121
Sri Lanka Insurance concludes year 2023 with a profit before tax of Rs. 10.6 billion, reflecting an improvement in combined Gross Written Premium (GWP) of Rs. 44.2 billion, a growth of 7.2.....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 159
Sri Lanka’s middle class consumers are willing to shift from established brands to cheaper, lesser-known alternatives, or even try unbranded loose products at a time of shrinking....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 71
Amana Bank has announced the appointment of Delvin Pereira to its director board as a Non-Executive Independent Director with effect from 28 March 2024. With experience....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 248
Four companies this week received government approval to be recognised as Secondary Businesses of Strategic Importance. Cabinet nod was given....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 64
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce hosted the International Symposium on the Role of Science in Food Reformulations recently. The symposium brought together....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 74
The halted condominium project, the Campbell Avenue project, is to be resurrected by Westbury Suites, spearheaded by Project Director Muhez Muzammil. The project....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 44
Huawei Sri Lanka announced that a team from the University of Moratuwa has successfully advanced to the Huawei ICT Competition 2023–2024 Global Finals and Regional Award Ceremony....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 240
HNB General Insurance announced the appointment of Dayalanie Abeygunawardena to its director board. Abeygunawardena brings with her....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 42
Dr. Anil Munasinghe, former Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Kelani Cables PLC, has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the company, with effect from April 1, 2024. He started....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 191
Embarking on a bold journey toward sustainable energy solutions, People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC) and Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited, have officially....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 26
Designed to empower customers with high-return short-term savings plans, DFCC Savings Goal promises a personalised savings experience coupled with flexibility and attractive....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 35
Fitch Ratings affirmed Sri Lanka-based Construction Guarantee Fund’s (CGF) National Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) Rating of ‘BB(lka)’. The Outlook is Stable. The rating....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 23
Inequality results in adverse economic, social and political consequences. Unlike the advanced economies, improvements in education, fertility and incomes have not been able to enhance....
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 45
Cartoon 10.04.2024
10 Apr 2024 - 0 - 34
Genie Business, the ultimate all-in-one fintech platform for Sri Lankan businesses, was launched by Dialog Finance PLC to revolutionize the landscape for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises...
09 Apr 2024 - 0 - 66
Apex Institute of Management Services (AIMS) held their Award Ceremony 2023/2024 celebrating the achievements of their students in the Ruby Hall at the BMICH on the 30th of March 2024. AIMS is renowned in the manufacturing and service sectors, nurturing more than 2000 students every year as a leading professional education and training provider both locally and internationally. AIMS is registered under the NAITA and BSI since 2010 and is approved
09 Apr 2024 - 0 - 81
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