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Simon Anholt: Is Sri Lanka a good country?

The Good Country Index measures what each country on earth contributes to the common good of humanity, and what it takes away, relative to its size. This was conceptualized by Simon Anholt. It has got a traction of over 7 million views on ted.com and 5 million on YouTube with Ireland coming out on top in the first…

(0)Comments | January 15, 2021 2:26 pm

vivo introduces Y51 for clear shots and swift performance

Powered by 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM, 48MP rear camera and massive 5000mAh battery  Available in two stylish colors across Sri Lanka at an attractive price of Rs. 52,990 vivo, the leading global smartphone brand, today announced the launch of its latest mid-range smartphone, Y51, in Sri Lanka. This new addition to the youth-oriented Y series will house an 8GB…

(0)Comments | January 15, 2021 1:25 pm

Healthcare Heroes at IDH Recognized

The fight against the COVID-19 pandemic is still ongoing in Sri Lanka and the world. In comparison to many developed countries, Sri Lanka has performed reasonably well in controlling the spread of the disease. The Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH) in Angoda has played a crucial role in controlling the pandemic in the country where the…

(0)Comments | January 15, 2021 12:04 pm

SriLankan Airlines has been awarded Platinum Standard status by APEX Health Safety powered by SimpliFlying

SriLankan Airlines has been awarded the Platinum Standard status by APEX Health Safety powered by SimpliFlying following a full independent audit for our efforts in ensuring the highest standards for passenger safety and wellbeing during air travel, post-Covid. This status recognizes airlines that go above and beyond minimum standards required to rebuild traveller confidence and…

(0)Comments | January 15, 2021 11:50 am

HNB re-opens Katugastota Customer Centre with a sleek new look and optimized capabilities

Building convenient and enjoyable banking experiences for customers in the Katugastota area, HNB PLC opened its first new customer centre featuring a bold, simplified, new design and enhanced tech capabilities. HNB hosted a special ceremony in inauguration of the launch of the new Customer Centre at No 154/E Kurunegala Road, Katugastota, with the participation of…

(0)Comments | January 15, 2021 11:15 am

EFL 3PL gives Quickee.lk a mega boost in the New Year

EFL 3PL, the most technologically advanced forerunner in 3PL in Sri Lanka, marks its foray into e-commerce by taking over the hyperlocal delivery company, Quickee.lk, from its parent group Expolanka PLC, a leading conglomerate with interests in Logistics, Leisure and Investments. EFL 3PL’s strategic management of Quickee.lk reflects greater synergies between the two companies and…

(0)Comments | January 15, 2021 9:45 am

Hemas Pharmaceuticals – First Pharmaceutical Company in Sri Lanka to be Awarded COVID-19 Safety Management System Certification

Hemas Pharmaceuticals becomes the first pharmaceutical company in Sri Lanka to be awarded the SLS 1672:2020 COVID-19 Safety Management System Certification from the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI). The certification has been awarded as a result of the company’s relevance, rigor and consistency in the implementation and reinforcement of best in class safety management practices to…

(0)Comments | January 15, 2021 9:27 am

Priyantha Wijesekera wins Innovation Leadership Award

Softlogic Finance CEO Lauded for contribution towards social change Priyantha Wijesekera, the Chief Executive Officer of Softlogic Finance PLC was honoured with the “Innovation Leadership Award” at the Sri Lanka Innovation Leadership Awards 2020, for his contribution towards social change through exemplary leadership. Presented by the Asian Confederation of Business on the 24th of November…

(0)Comments | January 15, 2021 8:00 am

SLT-MOBITEL Celebrates Thai Pongal with the Community

SLT-MOBITEL, the national ICT solutions provider, celebrated the Thai Pongal festival on the 13th of January 2021 at the Talawakelle – Great Western Sri Muthu Mari Amman Temple, with a special donation of dry rations to 200 families in Talawakelle. The initiative, a part of the company CSR programme, ensured the distribution of essential items…

(0)Comments | January 14, 2021 11:00 pm

HSBC voted “Market Leader in Cash Management – Sri Lanka” in Euromoney Cash Management Survey 2020

Each year, Euromoney surveys cash managers, treasurers and financial officers worldwide to rank and assess their top providers of cash management services. This year, the survey was split into separate questionnaires for corporations and financial institutions. Respondents were asked to indicate which banks they currently use most for their cash management services and to rate…

(0)Comments | January 14, 2021 9:34 am