Vallibel Finance opens Premier Center in Rajagiriya

?In its quest for creating better value for its customers, Vallibel Finance opened its newest Premier Center in Rajagiriya, bringing financial products to the cutting-edge in a locality witnessing a surge in up-market real estate and shopping. 

Lankan Angel Network funds US$ 5 mn for 20 startups

?With the Lankan Angel Network having already raised US$ 5 million in funding for 20 startups across a number of industries vital to Sri Lanka’s future, there was no better time for the recent launch of the new Lankan Angel Network Incubation Centre for startups. 

Amãna Takaful Life rewards ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire’ achievers

?Amãna Takaful Life (ATL Life) recently rewarded achievers of ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire’ - an achievement based reward scheme for employees who excel and perform beyond targets.

Otaradel.com goes live

?The newly revamped website of entrepreneur and philanthropist Otara Gunewardene was launched recently. Unveiling a sleek re - design combined with a responsive layout, it features an innovative, ...

International thought leaders to share best practices in finance transformation

?The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA – Sri Lanka) and the Sri Lanka Association of Software and Service Companies (SLASSCOM) will conduct a unique thought leadership forum addressing the opportunities and best practices...

CA Sri Lanka facilitates setting up of professional accountancy body in Bhutan

?In an effort aimed at developing the accounting profession further in the South Asian region, President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), Arjuna Herath, in his capacity as the President of the South Asian Federation of Accountants...

CTC shares expertise in operational excellence

?In its legacy of over 100 years, the Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) has established itself as a benchmark in corporate excellence, not only in Sri Lanka, but within the wider network of British American Tobacco (BAT) markets. 

CIMA Business Leaders Summit to be held in June

?The flagship event of CIMA Sri Lanka, the Business Leaders Summit will be held for the 38th consecutive year on 16 and 17 June at Cinnamon Grand.  The CIMA Business Leaders Summit 2015 is an annual business...

The ‘Around the Pearl’ journey comes to a successful end in Colombo

The 22 cyclists who participated in the ‘Around the Pearl’ (ATP) initiative were recently received by family, friends and supporters at the MJF Centre in Katubedda, Moratuwa, where they celebrated the successful completion of their journey around Sri Lanka.

Global IP body urges govt. to develop cohesive Intellectual Property policy

?The Director General of the Geneva-based World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Dr. Francis Gurry, has assured support to the government’s policy of orienting the country towards a knowledge and innovation economy.

Mobitel Innovation Centre opens doors at TRACE Expert City

?Mobitel’s state-of-the-art Innovation Centre was launched by President Maithripala Sirisena at the TRACE Expert City Colombo, the city dedicated for innovation, research & development.

Kerala Tourism forms new tourism circuit with Sri Lanka

The Hindu: Kerala Tourism has decided to form a new tourism circuit with Sri Lanka to tap tourists arriving in the island nation for an extended holiday here.

SAIC to feature international technology partners

The South Asian Investment Conference (SAIC) organised by the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) in association with the South Asian Federation of Exchanges (SAFE), will take place today at the Galadari Hotel, Colombo. 

Fears loom over economic data blocking by right to information law

?econonomynext: A proposed right to information law has proposed the blocking of information that ‘could seriously harm the economy’, an excuse the rulers and state workers did not specifically previously have to withhold economic data.

Global giant to assist Lankan foundry industry

Sri Lankan foundries have not been given clear directions or policies, and will be addressed in the future with the help of a global foundry technology giant, according to a press communiqué from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce.

J Lanka launches Sri Lanka’s first “Internet of Things” product

Sri Lanka’s first “Internet of Things” product, the ePro1000 electricity consumption monitoring smart meter was launched this week by J Lanka Technologies (Pvt) Ltd.

Gamata kiri through maritime silk route

?Famous author Stephen Phinker, a finalist in the Pulitzer Prize, in his book ‘Blank Slate’ argued that what we perceive as real is sometimes distorted by our own expectations. This is the basis of optical illusion. 

CNE launches Warner brothers licensing to Lanka via local agent Rainco

Cartoon Network Enterprises South Asia together with Cartoon Network CNEs official representative in Sri Lanka, Rainco, recently conducted an awareness programme and media briefing on  regional licensing trends

Turkish frigate arrives on goodwill visit

?Turkish Navy frigate TCG Gediz arrived at the Colombo Port yesterday. The goodwill visit of the ship (from April 26 to 28) to Sri Lanka is part of the commemoration activities of the 125th anniversary of the voyage of Frigate Ertu?rul to Japan. 

zMessenger launches ‘Arambuma’ to empower social enterprises and non-profit organisations

?With 12 years of excellence in service as the country’s first integrated mobile marketing company, zMessenger has been a catalyst in driving the fourth screen revolution in the country.

CA Sri Lanka Taxation Faculty to felicitate new Tax Chief

?The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) together with its Faculty of Taxation will felicitate the newly appointed Inland Revenue Department Commissioner General Kalyani Dahanayake at a ceremony...

Leo Burnett’s young professionals attend AFAA’s Fast Track Programme

?Two young professionals from Leo Burnett Solutions Inc. (LBSI) recently participated in the AFAA Fast Track Professional Excellence Programme, which took place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 

​SAC organises Logistics Forum on Customs’ Export Facilitation Centre

The Shippers’ Academy Colombo (SAC) together with the Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council (SLSC) has organised a Logistics Forum on April 30, 2015, at the Sri Lanka Foundation, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon...

‘Indian Trade Fair 2015’ unveils in Colombo next month

?Bringing into focus the diverse trade opportunities that exist between India and Sri Lanka, the ninth Indian Trade Fair will open on May 07 at the Sri Lanka Exhibition and Convention Centre, Colombo.

Emirates cabin crew now 20,000 strong

?Emirates celebrates a milestone in its employee history in April 2015, with its cabin crew team crossing 20,000 staff. Instantly recognizable all around the world, Emirates cabin crew is a vibrant group that comprises over 135 ..

Lankem launches Robbialac Painters Academy

?Lankem Paints Ltd, manufacturers and marketers of Robbialac Paints recently launched the Robbialac Painters Academy which will henceforth train Sri Lankan paint applicators and empower them with a scientific skill for life. 

SriLankan Airlines launches knowledge management system

?SriLankan Airlines, in a ground-breaking initiative, has introduced a knowledge management system, one of the first in the corporate sector in Sri Lanka, branded as yoULink and themed—“connect, collaborate, share and learn.”

Big ideas for small business managers : A dream becomes a goal when relentless action is taken towar

Last week we reviewed Section One of the business plan – ‘Strategic Direction’. Today we move on to Section Two – ‘Objectives and Goals’. 

Elephant Reach Hotel Yala marks nine years

?March 29, 2015 was a special date in the calendar of Elephant Reach Hotel Yala. Since its inception on March 29, 2006, the hotel has grown from strength to strength and has been setting the standards in world-class accommodation and service in the Yala region.

Maliban to introduce range of Hi Cal milk powder

?The Maliban Company has taken measures to introduce a variety of high calcium milk powder (“High Cal Gold”) to the Sri Lanka’s market with the view of improving nutrition level of the consumers.