British Prime Minister appoints trade envoy for Sri Lanka

British Prime Minister Theresa May has appointed Ranil Jayawardena, MP, as her trade envoy for Sri Lanka. 

Rupee firms in dull trade

REUTERS: The Sri Lankan rupee slightly firmed yesterday from a record low close as some exporters sold dollars, dealers said.

Stocks end marginally lower ahead of polls

REUTERS: Sri Lankan shares ended lower for a second straight session yesterday as investors sold blue-chip stocks such as John Keells Holdings PLC ahead of the local government polls over the weekend.

Public servants to receive training under NHRDC-AIM tie-up

The National Human Resource Development Council of Sri Lanka (NHRDC) and the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) Philippines, held discussions on a tie up for knowledge sharing and collaboration to address challenges faced by the public sector. Areas include executive management courses in strategic planing, project management and managing results.  

SLCMDI appoints new committee at third AGM

The Sri Lanka Chamber of Medical Devices Industry (SLCMDI) appointed its new committee for 2018 at the third Annual General Meeting held at Cinnamon Grand Colombo recently.

Fresh taste of Mentos now manufactured in Sri Lanka

Perfetti Van Melle (PVM) Sri Lanka recently announced that they are commencing local manufacturing of its much loved brand ‘Mentos’ for the first time in Sri Lanka, enabling them to offer consumers a wider range of products under the Mentos brand at affordable prices. 

Putting nation on track to economic independence

Recently, Sri Lanka celebrated the 70th Independence Day ceremoniously, giving some opportunities for the rulers as well as citizens to look back and rectify certain issues pertaining to development. Sri Lanka, like its other Asian counterparts, was conquered by invaders, mainly due to geographical importance, which even today we have not been able to properly harness. Political independence, which the nation could gain, then means the Sri Lankan

Sri Lanka’s economic competitiveness: A microcosm of its politics?

In 2017, Sri Lanka’s country score in the Global Competitiveness Index (GCI) declined to 4.09 out of 7. This is the lowest score Sri Lanka has received since 2010. Sri Lanka’s ranking in 2017 also declined to 85th out of 137. This is the lowest that Sri Lanka has been ranked since being included in the GCI in 2001.

Lanka Hospitals offers special fixed rates for cardiac bypass surgeries

Lanka Hospitals PLC, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the forefront of medical industry, is offering a special fixed rates for Cardiac Bypass Surgeries for the first time in Sri Lanka. In collaboration with the National Insurance Trust Fund’s (NITF) Agrahara Insurance scheme, which exclusively caters to the government employees in Sri Lanka, Lanka Hospitals will be facilitating affordable flat rates for Agrahara beneficiari

Ceylon Chamber organizes seminar on SL-S’pore FTA

In light of the new Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed last month, which is the first FTA Sri Lanka has signed in over a decade, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will hold a seminar titled ‘Expand your business opportunities through Sri Lanka-Singapore FTA”, on 16th February. 

HNB transforms employee experience with hSenid

Hatton National Bank, Sri Lanka’s most innovative bank, partners with hSenid to transform HR service delivery and employee experience.

University of Kelaniya ties up with Airtel’s industry partnership programme

The industry partnership programme is a joint academic cum industry work exposure programme that helps undergraduates understand the essence of business at large.

Whither Sri Lanka’s education system?

Getting rid of colonial education methods such as the examination-oriented teaching process and colonial education law— as independent Sri Lanka still does not have an education law— were highlighted at a recent forum organised by the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) in Colombo.

High-powered Japanese business delegation expresses confidence in Sri Lanka’s investment climate

A delegation of 59 Chairmen, Chief Executive Officers and leading officials of some of the largest, most important and best known Japanese companies visited Sri Lanka on a special invitation of the Prime Minister and participated at the Sri Lanka-Japan Economic Forum organized by the BOI at the Shangri-La Hotel.

Nestomalt Gold introduced with refreshing new taste

Sri Lanka’s iconic malt beverage Nestomalt has launched a delicious new Ready-To-Drink (RTD) variant, Nestomalt Gold. Creamy and instantly refreshing, Nestomalt Gold caters to young adults looking for a unique consumption experience. 

Sri Lanka, Czech Republic sign pact for mutual cooperation

The Development Strategies and International Trade Ministry of Sri Lanka and Industry and Trade Ministry of the Czech Republic entered into an agreement of mutual cooperation yesterday.

Ira Handa Weda Gedara introduces ‘Aloe Koma’

Replete with nutritional elements espousing herbal value, tracking down to heavenly magnificence, aloe vera sap-based Aloe Koma herbal soft drink has been introduced by Ira Handa Weda Gedara.  Aloe Koma strikes particular in that it soothes inflammation caused by gastritis in your stomach bringing about instant relief. At the same time, it is capable of mitigating adverse effects of alcohol and other beverages which can degenerate your liver

SLCPI calls for proactive measures to combat diabetes in Sri Lanka

Commonly known as the silent killer, the spread of diabetes in Sri Lanka is alarming, to say the least. As a disease that sneaks up on its victims, approximately four million Sri Lankans are currently affected by it. It is also estimated that over 50 percent of the population are unaware that they have it.

First conference of Insurance Industry’s HR Leadership Fraternity held

A few decades ago, the ‘Personnel’ department, as it was once known, was somewhere employees would go to seek help and support.

John Keells consumer food sector shines at Annual Report Awards

Keells Food Products PLC recently won the Gold award in the Food and Beverages category at the 53rd Annual Report Awards competition organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), whilst Ceylon Cold Stores PLC the market leader in carbonated soft drinks and ice creams won the silver award. 

Pee Bee Group among Asia’s Greatest Brands and Leaders

Pee Bee Management Services Pvt Ltd, manufacturer and owner of Flora Tissues was recently awarded Asia’s Greatest Brand including the company’s Managing Director Kishore Surtani being recognized and named one of Asia’s Greatest Leaders at the second edition of Asia’s Greatest Brands and Leaders 2017.

Hub point launches modern and innovative co-working office spaces

The global movement of co-working has arrived in Sri Lanka with the launch of Hub point, a company that provides purpose-built shared office spaces in the heart of Colombo. 

Five ways to make textbooks relevant in digital world

In 2009, the New York Times published an article titled: In a Digital Future, Textbooks are History. Since then, many have queried whether textbooks are needed in a digital world, given that extensive and often free online resources are now available.

SLIM holds inauguration for first CIM intake of 2018

The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), the renowned National Marketing body and premier Institute for Marketing education in Sri Lanka, is dedicated to constantly furthering the boundaries of Marketing philosophy in the country.

Lanka Property Web Aims To Replicate The Success Of Its Inaugural Event

Over 20 exhibitors are expected to participate at Sri Lanka’s largest property show, scheduled to be held on February 16th and 17th at the Kingsbury Hotel. 

Certification Ceremony for the Inaugural Digital Marketing Batch of SLIM held

Today’s world requires a successful career man or a woman to be at the top of their game to reach the pinnacle of success

Pee Bee Group among Asia’s Greatest Brands and Leaders

Pee Bee Management Services Pvt Ltd, manufacturer and owner of the household brand Flora Tissues, very

Mobitel Cash Bonanza winners drive away with brand new Montero Jeeps

The National Mobile Service Provider, Mobitel’s Cash Bonanza programme recently awarded Mr. P. R. Fernando of Negombo 

Virtusa Showcases Innovation and Tech Prowess at Tech Month

Virtusa announced the launch of “Virtusa Tech Month”, a celebration of the company’s innovative spirit and technology leadership,

Multi Finance PLC wins big at Annual Report Awards 2017

Sri Lanka’s trusted financial solutions provider, Multi Finance PLC (MFPLC) was honoured with the Award for Compliance at the recently concluded 53rd Annual Report Awards organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.