The stunning vistas of Sri Lanka played host to an epic sporting event, Race the Pearl, a 24-hour cycling challenge spanning 600+ kilometers from Point Pedro to Point Dondra. At the heart of this exhilarating race was the Dickwella Resort by Browns Hotels & Resorts, proudly partnering as the official finish line partner. This coastal…
Higher education loans of up to Rs 10 million are now available from the Commercial Bank of Ceylon to undergraduates of the Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) enrolling for Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees from the University of Essex, UK. A Memorandum of Understanding signed by the OUSL with the country’s benchmark private sector bank…
By Dr Kapila Fonseka, General Manager – Zincat Technology SMEs and a growing number of startup companies are the foundations on which the Sri Lankan economy rests. These are not mere economic units but rather embody the soul of ingenuity and strength that define Sri Lankans. These enterprises and startups have played a crucial role…
The Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) of Sri Lanka made significant waves at the 7th Regional Symposium on “Effective Digital Governance and Digital Transformation Promoting Sustainable, Resilient, and Innovative Solutions.” This event, organized in collaboration with the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), Division for Public Institutions and Digital Governance…
Only 24% of Healthcare Organizations Were Able to Disrupt a Ransomware Attack Before Attackers Encrypted Their Data Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today shared its sector survey report, “The State of Ransomware in Healthcare 2023,” which revealed that, among those organizations surveyed, cybercriminals successfully encrypted data in nearly…
The Prince Claus Fund is launching its first Biennial Symposium –– Collaborating with partners within various localities, the event facilitates South-to-South knowledge exchange and harnesses the potential of culture for fostering solidarity and positive societal change. Practicing Care Through Resilience and Regeneration In collaboration with the Geoffrey Bawa Trust, we welcome international and local partners…
Serendib Flour Mills conducted a successful training and education program focused on empowering women and uplifting livelihoods in the Badulla district recently. The tailored programs were carried out in Badulla, Ella, and Welimada areas aligned to the unique needs of each area. Throughout several weeks, Serendib Flour Mills provided training to local women covering fundamental…
The Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) and Nations Trust Bank PLC have entered a partnership to address the crucial need for strengthening entrepreneurship and preparing the next generation of professionals to become successful local entrepreneurs. The partnership between COYLE and Nations Trust Bank reaffirms their shared belief that empowering young entrepreneurs and professionals is …
Assetline Finance Limited (AFL) the flagship company of the Financial Services Cluster of David Pieris Group received its initial rating of A- with a stable outlook from the Lanka Rating Agency (LRA) reflecting its medium size and solid standing in the lending market. The Company provides a range of products such as automobile leasing &…
Aiming to foster entrepreneurial mindsets among school children in Sri Lanka, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, together with the Ministry of Education and the International Labour Organization (ILO) Country Office for Sri Lanka and the Maldives will launch the Schoolpreneur 2023: School Entrepreneurship Day, across Sri Lanka, on 16th November. Schoolpreneur 2023 will span across…
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