The ‘Atharva-vedha’ describes rice as ‘immortal sons of heaven’ & Indian literature sometimes refers to god of rice as ‘Anna-devatha’. The Chinese civilization which has many rice related achievements dating back approx. 11,000 years recently recorded another. In 2020 China exposed rice seeds to the lunar atmosphere & in 2022 Chinese scientists sent rice seeds…
Submits proposal for inclusion in first budget of new NPP government Sri Lanka’s book industry has renewed its call for books to be exempt from tax, with four industry bodies submitting a proposal to the new government for inclusion in the next national budget. Urging the government to consider the financial as well as social…
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $30 million Small Expenditure Financing Facility (SEFF) for the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), guaranteed by the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, to bolster the sustainability of ongoing and future energy sector projects. “This is Sri Lanka’s first SEFF, designed to support the operational sustainability of ADB-financed…
Setting the benchmark for sustainable aluminium manufacturing in Sri Lanka and worldwide, Alumex PLC launched a comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) roadmap titled ‘Elevate’ on 3rd December 2024 at the Hayleys Head Office. Adopting a formal ESG framework underscores Alumex’s vision of creating long-term value for stakeholders and contributing to a sustainable future. Commenting…
Achieves highest ever number of patents commercialised in 2024 SLINTEC’s graphite-based patent to innovate Abu Dhabi’s ocean clean-up process SLINTEC natural dye patents contribute to growth in Apparel Exports The Sri Lanka Institute of Nanotechnology (SLINTEC) witnessed a remarkable transformation – with four [04] patents having been commercialised, with an additional four [04] innovations in…
Kapruka.com, Sri Lanka’s largest locally owned e-commerce platform, is proud to announce that it has become the first online service in Sri Lanka to accept Apple Pay payments. This milestone highlights Kapruka’s continued commitment to staying at the forefront of innovation and providing unmatched convenience for its customers. As Sri Lanka’s leading e-commerce platform, Kapruka…
The International Bazaar & Cultural Extravaganza 2024, held at the Good Market, Race Course, Colombo 07, offered a truly international experience on Saturday, 07 December 2024 celebrating diverse cultures, cuisine, and crafts. The event, themed around sustainability, captivated attendees with its vibrant activities and country booth presentations. This second edition of the annual event was…
BOXY (Pvt) Ltd is thrilled to unveil its strategic alliance with SOCOMEC, a global leader in energy performance and critical power management. This groundbreaking collaboration opens new avenues for Sri Lanka to access cutting-edge, sustainable energy solutions tailored to the needs of modern industries. The official partnership event, held on December 6th, 2024, at the…
The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) and Solidaridad, a civil society organization, recently co-hosted a one-day workshop in Colombo to address the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). Introduced in 2023, the CSDDD requires companies in EU-bound supply chains to meet stringent environmental and human rights standards. While Sri Lankan suppliers are not…
“A project and process are currently underway to utilize land owned by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) and the Port of Colombo (POC) for solar energy harvesting, aiming to produce green hydrogen under the port’s Green Energy Initiative Programme,” said Eng. Ganaka Hemachandra, Managing Director of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA). He made…
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