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National Geographic Expeditions Launches Three Stunning New Itineraries for 2025

Experience Australia, Portugal and the Azores, and Sri Lanka through the storytelling of National Geographic Experts Travelers soon can expand their exploration of the world on three new and exciting itineraries with National Geographic Expeditions. Australia, Portugal and the Azores, and Sri Lanka – three countries with distinctive characteristics and each with centuries of rich history and culture – are now added to the…

(0)Comments | June 5, 2024 10:55 am

Country Faces Retrogression if International Monetary Fund Agreements are breached

All citizens should support the proposed economic transformation bill by legalizing agreements. The opposition must discuss the country’s economy knowledgeably and avoid making baseless statements. The opposition is in this current predicament due to their involvement in traditional politics and refusal to accept challenges. The government, which fearlessly embraced challenges, is now demonstrating positive results….

(0)Comments | June 5, 2024 8:43 am

Geneva motor show cancelled indefinitely

The decision doesn’t affect the Geneva International Motor Show held in Doha, Qatar, which is planned for November 2025. The Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) has been axed indefinitely, as organisers have cancelled next year’s edition and pulled future editions. Bosses cited the difficult post-pandemic market conditions and “too many uncertainties” currently within the automotive…

(0)Comments | June 4, 2024 1:27 pm

SEC and CFA Society Sri Lanka continue their collaborative efforts in capital markets policy formulation

The 11th annual CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, 18 June 2024, at the Oak Room, Cinnamon Grand, Colombo. A signature event in the CFA Society Sri Lanka calendar since its inception in 2012, the CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards looks to provide insights from…

(0)Comments | June 4, 2024 12:12 pm

Sri Lanka – Greater Mekong Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber Engages with Ambassador of Vietnam on Trade and Investment Partnerships

A recent meeting between the Sri Lanka – Greater Mekong Business Council (SLGMBC) of the Ceylon Chamber Her Excellency Ho Thi Thanh Truc, the Ambassador of Vietnam to Sri Lanka, focused on  on identifying strategies to boost production, increase exports, and attract investments in various sectors, including agriculture, construction, logistics, tourism, and pharmaceuticals. During the…

(0)Comments | June 4, 2024 11:37 am

Ceylon Tea to be promoted in Italy in commemoration of the 700th death anniversary of Marco Polo

As part of the project ‘Marco Polo’s knowledge for the preservation of artisanal and gastronomic traditions of excellence’, a cycle of meetings called ‘The Journey of Marco Polo and Tea’ kicked off on 14 May 2024 at Ca’ di Dio hotel in the historic city of Venice. This was also included in the official programme…

(0)Comments | June 4, 2024 11:28 am

Virtusa Acquires ITMAGINATION, Expands European Presence

Acquisition to support growing demand for digital transformation offerings  Virtusa Corporation, a global provider of digital strategy, digital engineering, and information technology (IT) services, recently announced the acquisition of ITMAGINATION Sp. z o.o., a premier technology consultancy headquartered in Warsaw, Poland. This strategic move reflects Virtusa’s commitment to enhancing its digital transformation offerings and expanding…

(0)Comments | June 4, 2024 11:04 am

CIC Holdings delivers robust FY24 results, records Rs. 76.4 b top-line with 12% growth

Agriculture-rich diversified conglomerate CIC Holdings PLC (CSE: CIC) reported robust revenue growth amidst moderately stable macroeconomic conditions, reporting notable top- line growth during the year ended 31st March 2024. Group’s Crop Solutions, Agri Produce and Health and Personal Care sectors led growth, while the Crop Solutions segment remained the major contributor to total Group revenue…

(0)Comments | June 4, 2024 10:35 am

Dialog Named Sri Lanka’s Most Loved Service and Telco Brand by LMD Brands Annual

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, was named the Most Loved Service Brand and the Most Loved Telecommunications Brand in LMD’s Brands Annual study, reinforcing its longstanding position as the market leader. This prestigious recognition is testament to the company’s steadfast commitment to delivering unparalleled network quality and exceptional customer value, as well…

(0)Comments | June 4, 2024 7:07 am

BOI meets the annual investment targets in three months

Dilum Amunugama, State Minister for Investment Promotion, announced the BOI’s success during conversations with investors who signed investment agreements with the Board of Investment in the first quarter of this year and followed up on their business progress. The investment objective of one billion dollars was met in the first quarter of this year, with…

(0)Comments | June 4, 2024 5:04 am