Israeli envoy says bilateral trade needs boost

The New Delhi based Israeli envoy for Sri Lanka and India, Daniel Carmon says, Sri Lanka and Israel needs to focus on further enhancing its existing trade and commercial ties.

Future hangs in the balance

?Construction work of the Chinese-funded US$ 1.4 billion Colombo Port City Project that was temporarily suspended in March on the grounds of improper procedures been followed during the past regime, is yet to commence. Analysts say, the future of the project hangs in the balance  

NDB 1Q group net down 27%; bank level profits up 30%

NDB Banking group saw its net profit for the quarter ended March 31, 2015 (1Q15) falling 27 percent year-on-year (yoy) to Rs.869.2 million, largely due to lower gains from financial investments.

Golden Key Hospitals introduces HD-3D OCT eye-testing machine

?Golden Key Hospitals, Sri Lanka’s leading eye and ENT care hospital, recently enhanced its service offering with the introduction of the latest version of CIRRUS HD-3D OCT 5000 Ver. 8.0.

Ramco and ITCONNECT partner to launch futuristic cloud ERP solution

?Ramco Systems Limited and ITCONNECT recently announced a partnership to launch their futuristic cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution to the Sri Lankan market.

DFCC extends support to disaster-hit Nepal

?The DFCC Banking group recently supported the government initiative to send basic necessities to the survivors of the disastrous Nepal earthquake. The DFCC group has had a close relationship with Nepal on development of renewable energy.

Hemas Hospitals conducts free health seminars

?‘Pain in your knee and joints can be more than annoyance. It may limit your daily simple activities such as walking and climbing stairs. It might even keep you awake at night. So how can you get relief from the pain’ 

BoC conducts annual sand laying ceremony at Sri Maha Bodhi

?With the blessings and the guidance Anuradhapura Atamasthanadipathi Venerable Dr. Pallegama Siriniwasa Thera, the ceremony of strewing white sand at the Anuradhapura Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi Upper Maluwa and Lower Maluwa was...

Empowering innovators – The Ideamart story

?Sri Lanka made its mark on the global technology stage at the Mobile World Congress recently, with Dialog winning the global award for Best Technology Enabler for its developer platform, Ideamart. Sri Lanka made its mark on the global technology stage at the Mobile World Congress recently, with Dialog winning the global award for Best Technology Enabler for its developer platform, Ideamart. Breathing new life to tech-based entrepreneurship, I

Kanrich Finance initiates ‘Sasunata Diriyak’ project

?The latest social service effort launched by Kanrich Finance is ‘Sasunata Diriyak’ (Helping Buddha Sasana), a project implemented according to a concept of Kanrich Finance CEO Shiran Wirasinghe, with the primary aim of supporting and developing the underprivileged Buddhist temples.

Is creativity on your check list?

?Doing things differently.Creativity, if needed, can be summed up in that one sentence. But creativity is often the last on the list when it comes to concepts that drive a business. 

What AIIB can learn from World Bank shortcomings

To understand the impetus for launching the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), look no further than China’s concern that the governance structure of existing international financial institutions was evolving too slowly. 

SLT March profits soar

Sri Lanka Telecom PLC (SLT), the largest fixed line telephony operator in the country said its March quarter (1Q15) net profit surged 201 percent year-on-year to Rs.1.6 billion on the back of higher top line gains.

Akmal Hanuk to talk on financial crisis at CIMA Business Leaders Summit

?This year’s CIMA Business Leaders Summit themed ‘Future Defined’ will feature one of the pioneers in the Islamic Banking sector – Akmal Hanuk.  

Luck meets envoy

?CIMA Global President for 2014/15, Keith Luck FCMA, CGMA paid a courtesy call on British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka James Dauris, while on an official tour to the country.  

OPA Annual Conference on ‘Innovation and Technology’ in August

?The Organization of Professional Associations of Sri Lanka (OPA) which is formed of 44 professional associations is the premier institution for professional affairs ranging from good governance to ...

SLIM holds 45th AGM, elects Ruwan Liyanagamage as President

?The 45th Annual General Meeting of Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) was held on 30th March at the Cinnamon Lakeside Hotel, which saw the election of Ruwan Liyanagamage as the 37th President of SLIM for 2015/16.

Goodhope Asia Holdings powers CA Sri Lanka with lead sponsorship

?Goodhope Asia Holdings Ltd, the holding company of the plantations, oils and fats segment of Carson Cumberbatch PLC recently came onboard to power the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) ...

15th CIM Annual Conference concludes on high note

?It is vital that companies narrow their focus if they want to become market leaders, branding and positioning guru Al Ries said at the 15th CIM Annual Conference, held at the BMICH. 

Durdans opens Women’s Wellness Centre

?Sri Lanka’s first Joint Commission International-approved hospital Durdans recently opened doors to its Women’s Wellness Centre. Specially designed to allow women of any age and health status to align themselves with a healthier lifestyle the centre offers a range of services specific to women.

Signature Sports introduces its new range of football boots

Signature Sports recently introduced a robust and trendy collection of men’s sports shoes that is designed specifically for football and rugby enthusiasts and sportsmen. Signature is part of the Hameedia brand, which is continuously setting the benchmark in the fashion industry. The new range of football boots further enhances the Signature product portfolio and offers customers an affordable and high quality selection of sports footwear.

SLII Graduation Ceremony 2015

The inaugural graduation ceremony of the SLII took place on 20th February, 2015 at the Bishop’s College Auditorium. The event was sponsored by the ‘Malaysian branch’ of Hannover Re who have been closely working with SLII towards development of professionalism through conducting seminars and training programs.  Mr Chandra Schaffter, Deputy Chairman of Janashakthi Insurance PLC graced the occasion as the chief Guest.

Haputhanthri attends second National Seminar on Higher Education in India

One of the Sri Lanka’s Marketing / Brand strategists and tacticians,...

Regus Sri Lanka’s flexible workspaces revolutionizes work

Regus Sri Lanka, the local arm of the world’s largest provider of flexible workspace, ...

IPM’s National HR Conference to kick start in June

South Asia’s largest HR event, the National HR conference 2015 organised...

‘Fast Track 15’ gives impetus to talented young undergrads

Fast Track 15, a dedicated internship programme in collaboration with Ceylon Tobacco Company,..

Support builds for crucial renminbi move

 Political momentum is building behind an International Monetary...

WISL to hold quarterly meeting in Colombo next week

Work In Sri Lanka, a volunteer-led brain gain initiative says interest is growing among expatriates...

Has Asia’s debt risen too quickly?

In recent years, Malaysia, Singapore, and Pakistan have experienced rapid credit growth that brought...

Finding path to true democracy in Sri Lanka

“This country, with its institutions, belongs to the people who inhabit it.