Thai army officers charged over online arms trading

AFP:  Several Thai army officers were charged yesterday over an online weapons market that saw soldiers sell grenades and bullets over social media, in a country where military weapons routinely turn up on the streets.

Merkel in Argentina hopes for S. America trade deal

AFP: Germany and Argentina voiced hopes Thursday for a free trade agreement between the European Union and South America as German Chancellor Angela Merkel visited Buenos Aires. In talks with Argentine President Mauricio Macri, Merkel discussed bilateral commerce and efforts to strike a deal with the Mercosur grouping of South American countries.

Chinese exports, imports smash forecasts in May

AFP:  China posted a forecast-busting surge in exports and imports in May, official data showed on Thursday, signalling improvement in the world’s number two economy.

Tokyo’s Nikkei up, pound down with eyes on British election

AFP: Tokyo’s benchmark stock index opened higher yesterday after ousted FBI chief James Comey’s explosive testimony, while the pound took a hit as British election exit polls pointed to a hung parliament.

Rupee steady on inward remittances; stocks down

REUTERS: The Sri Lankan rupee traded steady yesterday in tepid trade as mild inward remittances offset dollar demand from importers, dealers said.

Samsung Sri Lanka reaches out to flood-affected communities

In a gesture that will enable flood-affected communities to overcome difficulties with regard to their damaged equipment, Samsung Sri Lanka plans to host a free service camp in Galle and Matara for all Samsung devices and products.

Boston Lanka presents first-ever US Lanka Fashion Week in New York

Boston Lanka presents the first-ever US Lanka Fashion Week in Staten Island, New York.  The Sri Lankan fashion week in New York will be the first-ever event to promote Sri Lankan fashion exclusively in New York City for a duration of one week. 

CA Sri Lanka awards scholarships to 140 outstanding students

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) recently awarded scholarships to 140 outstanding students, including the top achievers at the 2016 GCE Advanced Level Examination, to help them realise their dreams of becoming globally sought-after chartered accountants. 

Currency plunge

People queue in front of the money changer at the financial district in Singapore. The pound plunged almost two percent yesterday as Prime Minister Theresa May looked set to lose her majority in Britain’s general election, fuelling political uncertainty just days before the start of Brexit talks. (AFP)

‘PickMe Waasi’ to reward one lucky winner with Rs.1mn this week

The grand draw of ‘PickMe Waasi’, the three-month loyalty programme introduced for the patrons of the tech-based taxi-hailing company, draws closer and closer as PickMe will be choosing one lucky winner on June 10, who will walk away with a grand prize of Rs.1 million. 

Deen Brothers Imports holds annual DBL Bath Dansala

To mark the Vesak festival, Deen Brothers Imports (Pvt.) Ltd (DBL) successfully held its fifth annual DBL Bath Dansala at the head office of Deen Brothers Imports (Pvt.) Ltd Matara.

Amãna Takaful - the pioneer in the ‘takaful way’ celebrates 18 years in the insurance industry

Takaful is a concept of Joint Guarantee or Mutuality, which simply means that any Takaful (insurance) contract is transparent and participatory. The Participant is the Takaful Certificate holder and thereby 

Watawala Tea Ceylon celebrates Watawala Tea becoming the No 1 brand

Watawala Tea Ceylon Ltd, a member of the Sunshine holdings group celebrated its outstanding achievements for the last year with a gala event on the 21st of April 2017 at the Grand Ballroom of the 

The Gem and Jewelry Industry As Described By The Experts

For hundreds of years the Gem and Jewelry Industry of Sri Lanka has played a vital role in the country’s cultural, social and economical development. Growing from strength to strength the industry 

The French Embassy and the Alliance Française de Kotte launch French Spring Festival 2017 in Sri Lan

For this edition of the French Spring Festival, The French Embassy and the Alliance Française intend to bring the best of French modern culture, to an extended audience, in Colombo and Kandy.

Kuwait Airways ties up with Air Canada to offer Toronto services

Kuwait Airways, the national carrier of the State of Kuwait has tied up with Air Canada, the flag carrier of Canada to operate almost daily flight services to Toronto, Lester. B Pearson Airport.

Emirates partners with BMW Group for new fleet of Chauffeur-drive cars

Emirates has partnered with BMW Group to provide a fleet of luxury automobiles for its complimentary Chauffeur-drive service for Business Class passengers in the UAE.

Land Rover Bar Move Closer To America’s Cup Final

Land Rover BAR have qualified for the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup Challenger Playoffs following the conclusion of the double Round Robin stage. A competitive and hard-fought nine days of racing 

Shangri-La’s Hambantota launches new golf membership, attractive room offer for first anniversary

Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa will roll out a plethora of activities and special offers for its first anniversary. 

Etihad Airways doubles A380 service to New York JFK

Etihad Airways recently introduced its flagship Airbus A380 aircraft on its second daily service between the UAE capital and New York JFK. All14 weekly flights between the two cities are now operated by the double-decker aircraft.

Hameedia reopens their newly revamped Crescat Showroom

Marking another milestone in its style studded history Hameedia has revamped its showroom at Crescat Boulevard to mirror its eminence as the ‘most preferred and trusted men’s wear specialist in 

Debug Hospitality and Leisure launches Amber Collection in Sri Lanka

The leisure arm of the renowned Sri Lankan brand Debug – Debug Hospitality and Leisure (PVT) Ltd – has officially unveiled ‘The Amber Collection’, the newest high-end offering by the company for leisure and business travelers. 

Etihad breaks off talks with TUI for leisure airline

AFP: United Arab Emirates carrier Etihad has broken off talks with German travel group TUI to jointly create a leisure airline, both companies said yesterday.

Hameedia teams up with Avirate for a delightful Ramazan shopping experience

Hameedia, Sri Lanka’s leading menswear specialist has entered into a strategic partnership with Avirate to offer a special range of Women’s Ready-to-wear collections complementing its exclusive 

Highfliers hailed at 12th HNB Assurance Sales Convention

HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) felicitated the bright-sparks of its sales force at the 12th Sales Convention held recently at the Colombo Hilton.  

Shangri-La hotel Colombo awards scholarships to hotel schools

The Hospitality Elevating Learning Path (H.E.L.P.) from Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has endeavoured to identify and reward future leaders of the hospitality industry by providing invaluable scholarships to 50 students to leverage the hospitality careers in the destinations.

Duo from Neo@Ogilvy emerge victorious at Cannes Young Lions 2017

Once again demonstrating without a doubt that Neo@Ogilvy is home to the best digital media talent in the field, two of its members were adjudged winners of the Cannes Young Lions Competition, Cyber Category. 

Sri Lankan ad agencies get set to participate in Effie Awards

Advertising Agencies in Sri Lanka are enthusiastically gearing themselves to participate in the forthcoming Effie Awards 2016. 

Rainco hosts first ever dealer convention ‘Rainco Revolution’

Rainco (Pvt.) Ltd., leading manufacturer of umbrellas, rainwear and diverse merchandise, recently held its first ever dealer convention under the theme ‘Rainco Revolution’. 

Nokia-Mobitel launch latest smartphone range in Sri Lanka

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, can now announce that its first Nokia smartphone range– comprising of the Nokia 3, Nokia 5 and Nokia 6 – will be available to buy at Mobitel and selected retailers alongside the Nokia 3310.