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HNB announces relief assistance to help cardholders tide over the impact of Covid-19 outbreak

HNB PLC announced the implementation of a slew of special support measures to provide financial relief to their cardholders. The Bank said it had initiated these measures to help their valued customers and community tide over this difficult period, so that they could focus on other priorities and continue to provide the best for their…

(0)Comments | April 23, 2020 1:35 pm

Huawei Facilitates End-Users Through ‘’Together 2020 Warm Action’’

Huawei, the innovative smartphone manufacturer, recently launched ‘’Together 2020 Warm Action’’ campaign that commenced on 17th March 2020 and continues till 31st May 2020. Setting up key after sales services and offers such as free warranty extension, free postal repair service and a 20% spare part discount on selected  models, Huawei expects to provide hassle-free…

(0)Comments | April 23, 2020 1:31 pm

Emirates steps up safety measures for customers and employees at the airport and on board

Emirates is stepping up precautionary measures at the airport and on board to ensure the health and safety of its employees and customers. All cabin crew, boarding agents and ground staff in direct contact with passengers will now don personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes a protective disposable gown over their uniforms, and a safety…

(0)Comments | April 23, 2020 1:27 pm

ComBank weighs in with support to battle against COVID-19

The CSR Trust of Commercial Bank of Ceylon has made a series of donations of essential equipment to hospitals to support doctors and healthcare personnel battling to treat victims and prevent the spread of the pandemic. The National Hospital Colombo, General Hospital Kandy, Teaching Hospital Peradeniya, Base Hospital Teldeniya and Base Hospital Homagama were among…

(0)Comments | April 23, 2020 1:20 pm

Ceylinco Life offers extra life cover of up to Rs 1 million for COVID-19 claims

Ceylinco Life has announced it will pay up to Rs 1 million more on claims in respect of deaths due to COVID-19 to holders of life policies who pay their premiums on time. Valid till end September 2020 at no extra charge, the additional cover announced by Sri Lanka’s life insurance market leader will be…

(0)Comments | April 23, 2020 1:16 pm

Rakuten Viber Reports 4x Higher Call Volume

Leading messaging and calling app witnesses surge in the usage during COVID-19 health crisis Rakuten Viber, one of the world’s largest communication platforms, has increased its capacity for core features and developed a number of new initiatives to help people stay connected with their family, friends, and co-workers during the global COVID-19 outbreak. When the…

(0)Comments | April 23, 2020 1:10 pm

Huawei Q1 2020 revenue tops US $ 25 Bn

Huawei today announced its business results for the first quarter of 2020. In Q1 of this year, Huawei generated US$ 25.69 billion CNY182.2 billion in revenue, an increase of 1.4% year-on-year. The company’s net profit margin in Q1 2020 was 7.3%. As COVID-19 continues to spread around the world, Huawei is taking proactive measures to…

(0)Comments | April 22, 2020 2:44 pm

A gesture of gratitude from Amana Bank

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a disruption to many industries forcing everyone to stay indoors and safe from contamination. Amongst all this, there are those souls who routinely risk their lives to serve and protect those in need. The staff of Amana Bank embarked on a stride to bring smiles to the faces of the…

(0)Comments | April 22, 2020 2:13 pm

Watawala Tea Ceylon supports island-wide Quarantine Centres by providing Ceylon tea

Sri Lanka’s No. 1 branded tea company, Watawala Tea Ceylon Ltd (WTCL) – a subsidiary of the diversified conglomerate Sunshine Holdings PLC – recently commenced the donation of Ceylon tea for the consumption of individuals and staff placed in Quarantine Centres located around the country, which have been set up to flatten the curve and…

(0)Comments | April 21, 2020 10:23 pm

TVS Motor Company completes acquisition of Norton

TVS Motor Company, a reputed manufacturer of two-wheelers and three-wheelers in the world, today announced the successful acquisition of Britain’s most iconic sporting motorcycle, “Norton”, in an all-cash deal for a consideration of GBP16 million by acquiring certain assets of Norton Motorcycles (U.K.) Limited (in administration) through one of TVS Motor’s overseas subsidiaries. This will…

(0)Comments | April 21, 2020 10:16 pm

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