By Prof. Samitha Hettige In Hindi & Bengali word ‘Deshabandu’ literary means ‘friend of the nation’ & it’s translated into English as ‘patriot’. Late F.R. Senanayake who pioneered independence from the English is referred a ‘Deshabandu’ by some. In post English Sri Lanka ‘Deshabandu’ is the 3rd highest ‘National Honour’ bestowed on those who bring…
SLTC Research University (Sri Lanka Technology Campus) has taken a significant step towards enhancing student career prospects by partnering with XpressJobs, a leading job portal in Sri Lanka. This collaboration aims to facilitate internship opportunities for SLTC students, leveraging XpressJobs‘ expertise and platform to streamline the internship placement process. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed…
The Geoffrey Bawa Trust recently welcomed a mix of local and international guests across Colombo and Bentota for a weekend-long launch of To Lunuganga Season 3. To Lunuganga is a multi-season programme dedicated to the 75th anniversary of Geoffrey Bawa’s garden, and its final phase began with a series of tours, performances, installation launches, culinary…
The ‘DIVA Daathata Diriyak’ Entrepreneurial Skills Development Programme organised by Diva, the flagship laundry care brand by Hemas Consumer Brands in partnership with Women in Management (WIM), has continuously empowered women with the knowledge, skill and confidence required to navigate the entrepreneurial challenges faced in today’s economic landscape. Diva recently hosted an exclusive event to…
NDB Bank is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with the Sri Lanka Rugby Football Referees (SLSRFR), continuing its role as the “Official Banking Partner.” This renewed collaboration, originally established in April 2023 for a period of three years, reaffirms NDB’s commitment to supporting youth sports and fostering the growth of rugby in…
Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has announced the launch of Dialog Suraksha, a parental control service that ensures your kid’s safety online. This includes a series of safety features that provide an extra layer of security for your child as they learn and play online. Dialog Suraksha offers peace of mind to…
The Indian Cultural Association (ICA) is proud to announce its first International Half-Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, September 1, 2024. This landmark event will bring together the marathon enthusiasm from across the world and Sri Lankan friends of all ages in a celebration of health, unity, and community support. The half-marathon, which aims to create awareness…
INSEE Cement, Sri Lanka’s leading and only fully integrated local cement manufacturer, proudly announces its recent achievements at the Green Industry Awards 2024. INSEE Cement was honoured with a Silver Award for Low Carbon and Climate-Resilient Production and a Bronze Award for Corporate Social Responsibility and Responsible Production. These awards were presented by the Industrial…
Presents school bags, shoes and stationery to 120 students of Vidyartha Maha Vidyalaya, Nakkala School-going children of a rubber farming community in Sri Lanka’s Monaragala District were the latest beneficiaries of a social responsibility initiative of CEAT Kelani Holdings, one of the biggest domestic users of the country’s natural rubber. The company presented 120 students…
Singer (Sri Lanka) PLC, the innovative benchmark and leader in the consumer electronics and home appliances industry, is poised to revolutionize the two-wheel driving experience by introducing the new LIMA ELO7 electric bike to Sri Lanka. Marking a new era of a stylish, smooth and sustainable ride, LIMA ELO7 is an elegant electric bike available…
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