Category: In Pictures
World leader in car production opens new door for Sri Lanka rubber, tyres
Sri Lanka’s rubber sector received a major opening from world’s leader in car production on 28 March. Slovakia, world’s leader in car production has called for using Sri Lankan rubber –specially rubber tyres -in its record setting car manufacturing industry. “We want to diversify our rubber intake and to this end want to expand the […]
Oral health is much more than just a nice smile
(PRESS RELEASE) – World Oral Health Day (WOHD) is celebrated every year on 20thof March. It is an international day to celebrate the benefits of a healthy mouth and to promote worldwide awareness of the issues around oral health and the importance of oral hygiene tomaintain general health and well-being. Under the theme of “Say […]
Team Phoenix from Moratuwa University wins SLASSCOM 4iR Hackathon
Team Phoenix from the University of Moratuwa were adjudged the winners of the inaugural SLASSCOM 4iR Hackathon at the grand finale of the event that was held at the Kingsbury Colombo recently. Organized by the Sri Lanka Association of Software and Service Companies (SLASCOM) in partnership with Virtusa and Virtusa xLabs, the event sought to […]
Fitch affirms Hemas Holdings at AA-(lka); outlook stable
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Sri Lanka-based conglomerate Hemas Holdings PLC’s (Hemas) National Long-Term Rating at ‘AA-(lka)’ with a Stable Outlook. Fitch has also affirmed the National rating on Hemas’s outstanding senior unsecured debentures at ‘AA-(lka)’. Hemas’s rating reflects Fitch’s view that the group’s business risk profile has improved from the acquisition of Atlas Axillia (Private) […]
HNB named Best Retail Bank in Sri Lanka for 10th time by Asian Banker
Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) was awarded as the ‘Best Retail Bank in Sri Lanka’ at the ‘Asian Banker’s International Excellence in Retail Financial Services 2018 awards ceremony, held in conjunction with the ‘Asian Banker Digital Finance Convention’ at the Westin Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 22nd of March. The achievement marked the tenth time that […]
‘s Continental Insurance at A(lka); outlook stable
Fitch Ratings Lanka has affirmed Sri Lanka-based Continental Insurance Lanka Limited’s (CILL) National Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) Rating and National Long-Term Rating at ‘A(lka)’.The Outlook is Stable. KEY RATING DRIVERS The affirmation reflects the non-life insurer’s good domestic business profile, strong capitalisation, strong financial performance and earnings as well as its prudent investment policy. Fitch […]
World’s Biggest Book Sale is returning to Sri Lanka soon
Get your bookshelves ready, because the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale is set to huff and puff its way back to Colombo for the second time.Hailed as one of the world’s biggest international book fairs, it made huge waves among book lovers during its inaugural visit to Sri Lanka last year. Reading enthusiasts can be […]
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce marks 179 years of service to the nation
Sri Lanka’s premier business chamber completed 179 years of steadfast service to the nation yesterday, March 25th, 2018. This marks a commendable achievement for the organization, which has continued to play a pivotal role in the business landscape of Sri Lanka, since its inception in the 19th century. The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce was established […]
Chemistry Guru in Sri Lanka for Int. Conference on Bio science 2018
The 3rd International Conference on Bio science and Biotechnology 2018 (Bio Tech 2018) has been organized by The International Institute of Knowledge Management that witnessed a participation of in excess of more than 75+ represented by Academicians, Researchers, Corporate Peoples and Policy makers from over 20 countries across the world. The workshop on “Medicinal Plants […]
Lanka Property Web introduces agent verification
LankaPropertyWeb.com, Sri Lanka’s number one property website has introduced an Agent Verification programme for estate agents and brokers. The programme would carry out a rigorous check on participating estate agents and brokers against 20 criteria. If the agent successfully “passes” the test, they would be awarded a “Verified Agent” certificate and would be listed as […]
President Maithripala Sirisena to visit Pakistan tomorrow
At the invitation of the President of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain, President Maithripala Sirisena will undertake a three day official visit to Pakistan from 22 to 24 March 2018, to attend the National Day of Pakistan.President Sirisena will hold discussions with his Pakistani counterpart President Hussain, Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, and following talks, will attend […]
The One, landmark mixed development to cost USD500Mn plus
Ultra luxury, state of the art hospitality, breathtaking surroundings, signature amenities, world class dining experiences, three towers comprising two luxury hotels [ a total of 473 KEYS ], a luxury retail mall, a commercial office complex which will be the last word in Corporate ambience and style, as well as 638 beautifully crafted apartments , […]