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Mobitel Business Solutions introduces NFC technology to Jaffna Municipal Council

The National Mobile Service Provider Mobitel, has partnered with the Jaffna Municipal Council in a new initiative toward developing the municipal council’s fuel allowance processes into Mobitel’s One Fuel Card’ NFC based technological solution, to enhance the efficiency and smooth-functioning of the municipal council.  The Jaffna Municipal Council is the first municipal council in the…

(0)Comments | August 16, 2014 9:52 pm

‘Puritas Sath Diyawara’ commissions Reverse Osmosis plant in Padaviya

Puritas (Pvt.) Ltd, a fully owned subsidiary of Haycarb PLC – a member of the Hayleys Group commissioned a Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant today, 15th August 2014 at Padaviya in Anuradhapura as a part of their CSR project, ‘Puritas Sath Diyawara.’ Chief Guest, Hon. Tissa Karalliyadda, Minister of Child Development and Women’s Affairs, Mr. Mohan…

(0)Comments | August 16, 2014 9:47 pm

Hemas Hospitals-Thalawathugoda invites journalists for a visit

Simultaneous to its first year anniversary celebrations, Hemas Hospitals – Thalawathugoda recently hosted journalists for a media visit to the hospital to give them an opportunity to obtain first-hand experience about the progress made by the hospital during its first year in operation. An hour long tour around the hospital gave journalists a rear opportunity…

(0)Comments | August 15, 2014 1:00 pm

Sampath Bank wins prestigious CSR Award at ASIA Responsible Business Excellence Awards 2014

Sampath Bank has won the prestigious Best Community Program Leadership Award, in Asia Responsible Business Excellence awards 2014 held in Pan Pacific Hotel, Singapore with the participation of top business leaders from different parts of the Asia. Its entry has been selected for the award out of 2,500 entries from different part of Asia. Sampath Bank…

(0)Comments | August 14, 2014 12:59 pm

AXE fans treated to unique virtual party experience

While preparations are underway for AXE Blast 2014 – the biggest blast of the year, AXE fans were treated to a unique virtual reality experience at Majestic City recently. Shoppers at the mall got the opportunity to party with ravishing models in a simulated environment at the purpose built AXE Blast booth. This is the…

(0)Comments | August 14, 2014 12:04 pm

Gifts galore with Lucky Elephant House Ice Cream Sticks

Offering a double treat to Elephant House ice cream lovers island wide yet again, Elephant House today announced the launch of its ‘Stick eke luck eka’ consumer promotion for the second year running. Fans buying Elephant House Wonder Bar, 2Bar or Jumbo Jolly sticks from 1st August to 30th September can enjoy their ice cream…

(0)Comments | August 14, 2014 11:58 am

Master Class Series at the International Film Festival of Colombo

The International Film Festival of Colombo is pleased to be launching its first Master Class Series. Presenting a perfect opportunity for budding filmmakers, cinema enthusiasts and students to learn from and interact with exceptional international film personalities, the Master Class program promises to open new channels for Sri Lankans to gain access to International Cinema. …

(0)Comments | August 13, 2014 2:09 pm

Nestomalt’s unique golden goodness of malt now chilled and ready-to-drink!

‘Tasty nutrition’ on-the-go with Sri Lanka’s favourite malted beverage Sri Lanka mega brand and Nestlé Lanka’s flagship brand Nestomalt announced the entrance of its chilled ready-to-drink (RTD) wedge pack into the market, offering on-the-go ‘tasty nutrition’ to its consumers. A uniquely Sri Lankan product that has been a household name in the country for many…

(0)Comments | August 13, 2014 1:56 pm

Seychelles Health Minister pays a courtesy visit to Lanka Hospitals while in Sri Lanka

Lanka Hospitals PLC proudly welcomed the Hon. Minister of Health for Seychelles, Ms. Mitcy Larue on her trip to Sri Lanka to further consolidate the strong mutual respect and cooperation between Seychelles and Sri Lanka’s leading healthcare facilities.  The visit of His Excellency the President of Sri Lanka, Mahinda Rajapaksa to Seychelles mid last year…

(0)Comments | August 13, 2014 1:49 pm

Over 500 construction technicians granted certification through ‘Nipunatha Abhisheka’ for the first time in Sri Lanka

A special initiative by NAITA and Holcim Sanstha in partnership with the North Western Provincial Council  The National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA) together with Holcim (Lanka) launched the ‘Nipunatha Abisheka’ programme today, as the initial platform to produce certified construction technicians in the country. The special initiative held in partnership with the North…

(0)Comments | August 13, 2014 1:42 pm