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The Joy of Gifting – Daraz Grand Christmas Sale!

If you missed out on their 11.11 sale in November, have no fear. December brings the Daraz  Grand Christmas Sale! All kinds of presents for you and your loved ones this Christmas, thanks to Daraz. Starting from the 12th of December till the 18th of December, get up to 80% off with over 3 million…

(0)Comments | December 9, 2020 1:30 pm

#BondWithHutch TikTok COVID safety challenge racks up record 3 million views in 7 days

HUTCH, Sri Lanka’s preferred choice for mobile broadband services has successfully leveraged the TikTok platform to engage the country’s youth on critical pandemic safety measures. Hutch used the popular “Challenge” feature in TikTok to pioneer this innovative campaign with the objective of mitigating the spread of COVID19, tagged #BondWithHutch. Held with the participation of a…

(0)Comments | December 9, 2020 1:26 pm

Uber rolls out an On Demand cash-out feature for drivers

Allows drivers the flexibility to cash out any day of the week Uber today announced the launch of an on demand cash-out feature for couriers and drivers across Moto, Tuks and Cars to help eligible drivers cash out their earnings any day of the week, once they’ve earned a minimum amount of Rs. 100. Speaking…

(0)Comments | December 9, 2020 1:25 pm

Singapore Startup help owners sell their car in record time with AI valuation tool

Partnering global technology company Huawei, UCARS aims to build consumer trust and satisfaction in the automotive industry with its latest integration of cutting-edge technologies into its platform Singapore’s fastest-growing online car marketplace UCARS is integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud computing into its platform together with Huawei to provide consumers with enhanced transparency, security and…

(0)Comments | December 9, 2020 1:22 pm

“Yasmin’s” cafe scoops out Carino, Coffee, and Cake

Yasmin’s -the ‘coolest’ new addition to Sri Lanka’s dessert scene- officially opened its doors on 7 December 2020, introducing sweet fans to a brand-new creamery concept from its prime location in Madiwela, Kotte. Yasmin’s will be the only parlour in the country serving up the much-loved local artisanal ice cream brand Carino, scooping out over…

(0)Comments | December 9, 2020 1:02 pm

Sri Lanka Tourism presents online webinar on “Building Destination Image for post-COVID Tourism Revival”

Sri Lanka Tourism presents ‘Building Destination Image for post-COVID Tourism revival’, a strategic level webinar targeted at industry stakeholders. The event is presented with the aim of presenting the findings of research carried out to identify the importance of visitor perception. Sri Lanka tourism hopes to incorporate these findings into the strategy-making mechanism in the…

(0)Comments | December 9, 2020 9:13 am

Taxes on Essential Products: bringing the debate back to where it matters

By Aneetha Warusavitarana Sri Lanka’s exorbitant taxes on sanitary napkins had the media spotlight over the last few weeks – this is not a new issue. In 2018 the total tariffs on sanitary napkins was over 101.2%.  Since then we have seen some progress, with the tax being reduced from 101.2% to its current rate…

(0)Comments | December 9, 2020 9:09 am

Samsung Launches Curd Maestro™, World’s First Refrigerator That Prepares Curd and Yogurt

Samsung, Sri Lanka’s biggest and most loved consumer electronics and smartphones brand, announced today the launch of the Curd Maestro™ Refrigerator, the world’s first refrigerator that will not just preserve food but also prepare it. Dairy products are a major component of daily food consumption in Sri Lanka.  Yogurt and Curd have gained popularity as…

(0)Comments | December 8, 2020 4:58 pm

Dialog Axiata’s Genie Enables Tenaga Smart Parking with ‘One-Click-Pay’

Genie, Sri Lanka’s first PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) certified Fintech platform powered by Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s premier connectivity provider, recently presented customers of Tenaga Car Park, South Asia’s largest parking management company, with an easy, streamlined and secure ‘One-Click Pay’ payment method for services rendered. Launched in partnership with the…

(0)Comments | December 8, 2020 4:56 pm

Seylan Bank among the Very Best Sri Lankan Corporates

Seylan Bank has affirmed its position among the topmost corporates in the country by featuring in the Business Today Top 30 ranking for listed entities. Despite the many challenges posed by unprecedented events during the year, the stability and unwavering commitment to excellence has ensured the presence of the ‘Bank with a Heart’ in this…

(0)Comments | December 8, 2020 4:53 pm