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Sri Lankaandrsquo;s Banking Watchdog andmdash; Central Bank said with the successful completion of the US$ 2.5 billion Standby Arrangement (SBA) facility extended by International Monetary Fund (IMF), the country now has sufficient funds, but would like to have an elite anchor in the alternative in order to endorse economic management in todayandrsquo;s global conditions.
Among the 105 firms that are slated to visit Sri Lanka next week, Fortune India 500 company- Wipro, Indiaandrsquo;s third largest IT firm with US$ 4.4 billion revenue in andlsquo;11 is the latest to join the high level Indian trade and biz delegation.
Confirming buying opportunities are being missed, over 100 stocks were trading below asset value and market multiples have fallen below 10 times, according to Softlogic Stockbrokers. “We are bullish on the market over the medium to long term advising investors to accelerate accumulation so as to benefit from the expected bull run,” the broking firm ...
- Start stock picking, says DNH Financial (Category: Business)
- DNH welcomes framework for ETFs, says timing crucial (Category: Business)
- GMNet launches VstoX Colombo Bourse simulator (Category: Business)
- Under fire official of SEC to take up new post (Category: Breaking News)
New Delhi : Sports broadcasting major, ESPN STAR Sports on Sunday said it has bagged multi-year broadcast rights for exclusive coverage of the Sri Lanka Premier League (SLPL) in India. The first edition of the T20 league will be played in August 2012. No financial details were disclosed. The multi-year deal includes a minimum of ...
- ESPN STAR Sports strikes multi-year broadcast agreement for Sri Lanka Premier League (Category: Breaking News)
- ESPN STAR Sports bags the rights to cover ‘SLPL’ (Category: Breaking News)
- SLPL boost for tourism next month (Category: Business)
- Brian Lara, MCC Chief lift SLPL to the world (Category: Business)
Ceylon FTandnbsp;had the privilege of meeting exclusively Aubry Joachim who is a fellow and the past Global President of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants UK. Aubry is currently visiting Sri Lanka and took time off with EXPERFORM in promoting their account based software.
andldquo;Every problem has a solution, especially in marketingandrdquo;
The Ceylon Hotel School Graduates Association (CHSGA) held its Annual Hoteliersandrsquo; Ball at the Oak Room, Cinnamon Grand Hotel on June 30. Only Sri Lankan to hold a professorship in hoteliering - Prof. Chandana (Chandi) Jayawardena graced the occasion as its Chief Guest.
The luxurious Lighthouse Hotel in Galle played host to the first Etisalat Android Forum to be held on Sri Lanka's Southern Coast.andnbsp; The telco who began the innovative idea of Android Forums last November have since successfully completed six forums up to now, the latest being the first in the Southern Province.
- YouTube has new features to try. Here's how to use them - CNET (Category: Technology)
- YouTube has new features to try. Here's how to use them - CNET (Category: Technology)
- YouTube has new features to try. Here's how to use them - CNET (Category: Technology)
- YouTube has new features to try. Here's how to use them - CNET (Category: Technology)
In order to uplift Sri Lankan Cinema it is vital to match up to the International standards and technology plays a key role in this venture.
Sri Lankaandrsquo;s industrial sector is expected to expand significantly this year, Industry and Commerce Minister Rishad Bathiudeen stated recently.
Sri Lanka will begin talks for fresh loans with the multilateral donor body- International Monetary Fund (IMFF) for an 'Extended Fund Facility', countryandrsquo;s banking watchdog- Central Bank of Sri Lanka, said following the receipt of the ninth and final tranche of US$ 2.5 billion Stand By Arrangement (SBA).
- Bond Auction (Category: Business)
- ‘SL will implement home-grown solution’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Market Flavour (Category: Business)
- Seeking Direction (Category: Business)
Former White House Communications Director to lead firm Burson-Marsteller, a leading global public relations and communications firm, today announced the appointment of Donald A. Baer as Worldwide CEO. Baer has wide-ranging executive experience across the worlds of media, communications, journalism and politics, including serving as White House Communications Director and Chief Speechwriter for Pr...
- PR in Asia: A perspective (Category: Business)
- A ‘modern’ definition of public relations? Why? (Category: Business)
- Dentsu Public Relations remains highest-earning Asia-based PR firm: Holmes report (Category: Business)
- Ad firm submits bid for US $ 9mn Ceylon Tea brand promotion (Category: Business)
A special seminar on international education and global careers in finance has been jointly organised by Northwood University (USA) and ANC. Guest speakers from education and industry will introduce both O/Level ad A/Level students and their parents on how to best prepare for top jobs in finance. Seminar details are as follow: It’s all about ...
- CA Sri Lanka takes lead in educating students on IFRS (Category: Business)
- OpenArc organises career guidance seminar (Category: Business)
- Central Bank releases latest educational publication (Category: Business)
- Commercial Bank joins Central Bank to promote financial literacy among SMEs (Category: Business)
The Ududeniya Jamil Al Azhar Jumma Mosque board of management organised a Meelad un Nabi celebration and prize giving at the Ududeniya Muslim Maha Vidyalaya Hall recently. Here ITN Director Hashim Omar distributes a prize to a student. Sri Lanka Muslim Media Forum President N.M. Ameen, M.S. Hussain and Rsheed M. Imtiyaz were also present
Gearing up to grab international attention with new song ‘Game Over’Q: What’s happening on your end, Yashan? A: Well I’m working on my third studio album these days. I will be releasing a brand English new song this weekend titled ‘Game Over’. I am also in the process of producing a song for Shanudrie, one ...
- Official event song of ICC World T20 Sri Lanka 2012 launched (Category: Business)
- Video: Maharaja Gemunu Movie - Theme Song (Sanda Payanne) (Category: Video)
- Video: Thaniwenna Ba Aye Jude Rogans (Category: Video)
- Video: Ape Ahinsaka Adare - Amarasiri Peiris (Category: Video)
The 21standnbsp;Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lankaandndash;Canada Business Council was held recently at the Canada Club. The Council, which focuses on the objectives of andlsquo;promoting investment, trade and joint venture between Sri Lanka and Canadaandrsquo;, is one of the 21 bilateral business councils that function under the aegis of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.
- Government land policy is fair- Keheliya (Category: Breaking News)
- Bond Auction (Category: Business)
- ‘SL will implement home-grown solution’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Market Flavour (Category: Business)
Sri Lanka has successfully secured the coveted rights forandnbsp;Pure Ceylon Cinnamonandnbsp;brand-name in the EU market.
The Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management at the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technologyandnbsp;(SLIIT) recently formed an exclusive collaboration with the William Angliss Institute, a leading hospitality school in the Asia Pacific region.
- Brisbane's dining dynasties (Category: Australia, Queensland)
- Hospitality worker call for vaccine inclusion (Category: USA, Mississippi)
- Hospitality worker call for vaccine inclusion (Category: USA, Mississippi)
- NH restaurants, hotels look for ways to stay afloat over winter (Category: USA, New Hampshire)
Sampath Bank PLC recently launched a platinum affinity credit card to all members of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Sri Lanka region.
Toshiba Singapore Pte Ltd through its Toshiba Mobile Computing Partners in Sri Lanka - andnbsp;John Keells Office Automation and Abans, announced last Tuesday, its latest line of smartly equipped yet affordable Satellite M800, Satellite L800 and Satellite C800 Series notebook computers.
- Blanket of snow covers Italy (Category: Technology)
France wants to upgrade its investment profile in Sri Lanka andmdash; and in a considerable way. The top EU trade partner is mulling Sri Lankaandrsquo;s rubber and dairy sectors in its first wave of new investments.
- Government land policy is fair- Keheliya (Category: Breaking News)
- Bond Auction (Category: Business)
- ‘SL will implement home-grown solution’ (Category: Breaking News)
- Market Flavour (Category: Business)
Sri Lanka andndash; Indonesia Business Council (SLIBC) which functions under the aegis of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce held its 19thandnbsp;Annual General Meeting recently. SLIBC was established in 1991 with a view to promote trade, investment, tourism and services between the two countries.
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka is hosting the inaugural SAARC Public Debt Managersandrsquo; Forum on 19 and 20 July 2012 at the John Exter International Conference Hall, Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Colombo.
Impending discussion bolsters investor sentiment as Bourse value gains by Rs. 27 b; some link it to sovereign bond success The Colombo Bourse yesterday staged a mini rally sentiment wise in anticipation of a positive meeting between President and Finance Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and capital market stakeholders today. The market’s value rose by Rs. 27 ...
- Dr. PB tells SEC, CSE to revive stock market with innovative ideas (Category: Business)
- Market lets down Mahinda! (Category: Business)
- Rupee weaker on importer dollar demand; stocks steady (Category: Business)
- Mahinda magic! (Category: Business)
Industry experts urge disillusioned local investors to ‘buy when it’s down and sell when it’s up’ In a highly volatile atmosphere and with low investor confidence in the Colombo Bourse, experts earlier this week went against the negative sentiments and instead stated that now is the time to buy. These views were aired at a ...
- Why Lion leads frontier (Category: Business)
- Achieving economic goals amidst global challenges (Category: Business)
- Sustainability in volatility: The bankers’ challenge (Category: Business)
Sri Lanka’s elections provide much fodder for conversation and the upcoming elections, which had their date announced on Thursday, are no exception. Already there are indications that this will be an interesting poll, despite it being classified as a provincial council election, with parties taking a crack at running alone and early allegations of repression. ...
- Elections to two LG bodies postponed (Category: Business)
- Local government poll did not reflect people’s mandate: JVP (Category: Business)
- Final decision on elections for two local government bodies in the North today (Category: Business)
- EC Accused Of Supporting Govt. Agenda (Category: Breaking News)
India will look to start the new season on a winning note when they clash with on-form Sri Lanka in a one-day series starting in Hambantota on Saturday. India’s cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni (R) and Sri Lanka’s captain Mahela Jayawardene talk before a news conference ahead of their One Day International (ODI) cricket series ...
- Away test failures puncture Dhoni’s leadership aura (Category: Business)
- Dhoni concentrating on Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Lanka tour will help prepare for World T20: Dhoni (Category: Business)
- First off day for Lankan bowlers – Mahela (Category: Business)
The Lion flag fluttered spiritedly as the 18-wheel monster truck scampered through the treacherous Australian outback. Fifty-six-year-old Zola Rajapakse worked through his 18-gear manual transmission with consummate ease. Zola and his American co-driver were locked in battle with six other drivers from England, Scotland, US and Australia for a shot at becoming the world’s toughest ...
- The truck driver who went to Royal (Category: Business)
- The Malicious “Shafi Frame Up”: Will 2023 See The Guilty Being Punished? (Category: Breaking News)
- David Shapiro: Finding laughs between groans as election goes overtime (Category: USA, Hawaii)
- Vaccines offer the key to speed of Hawaii’s economic recovery (Category: USA, Hawaii)
The Lion flag fluttered spiritedly as the 18-wheel monster truck scampered through the treacherous Australian outback. Fifty-six-year-old Zola Rajapakse worked through his 18-gear manual transmission with consummate ease. Zola and his American co-driver were locked in battle with six other drivers from England, Scotland, US and Australia for a shot at becoming the world’s toughest ...
- The truck driver who went to Royal (Category: Business)
- The Malicious “Shafi Frame Up”: Will 2023 See The Guilty Being Punished? (Category: Breaking News)
- David Shapiro: Finding laughs between groans as election goes overtime (Category: USA, Hawaii)
- Vaccines offer the key to speed of Hawaii’s economic recovery (Category: USA, Hawaii)
The Travel Trade Sports Club (TTSC), the leading sports club representing the travel industry in Sri Lanka has teamed up with 3CS to develop its official website. Travel Trade Sports Club President Dushy Jayaweera signed the agreement with 3CS Managing Director Sandaruwan Maddumabandara at an event held at the Ramada Hotel recently. The Travel Trade ...
- Club Bentota champs at TTSC Cricket Tournament (Category: Business)
- Travel Trade Sports Club Bowling Championship 2012 (Category: Business)
- MLH Group revives Travel Trade Sports Club – Beach Volleyball Championships (Category: Business)
- Golf trio have organ transplants (Category: Australia, Tasmania )
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