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Aspiring rock stars have been invited head on over to ODEL where Niko, the famous street dog turned fashion mascot is reportedly rocking his good looks with a new collection that can transform one to a star, overnight. Capturing the current trends of the global fashion scene, the new collection is said to be inspired ...
- ‘Niko the Spy’ prowls the ramp at ODEL (Category: Business)
- ‘Niko the spy’ to show off his style at ODEL fashion show (Category: Business)
- Embark captures Scandinavian hearts (Category: Business)
- Niko the Spy at Odel (Category: Breaking News)
By a Special Correspondent A year or back from today, Sri Lankan economy had been sailing strongly amidst global economic typhoons. Most of the macro variables were reflecting peace dividends and rejuvenated hope. However, by mid 2011, the country’s trade deficit, fuelled by credit expansion was signalling early signs of an economic turmoil. Perhaps being ...
- Why Lion leads frontier (Category: Business)
- Economic growth to rebound in 2013: SCB (Category: Business)
- Flexible exchange rates and impact on exporters (Category: Business)
- Value investors enter as speculators exit (Category: Business)
Janashakthi Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s largest listed insurers, continues its winning streak to emerge the triumphant winner of two prestigious awards for corporate social responsibility and exceptional branding and marketing at the recently concluded CMO (Chief Marketing Officer Council) Asia Awards held in Singapore. The insurer gained recognition at the international event by securing ...
- Global Recognition for Janashakthi at 2nd CMO Asia Awards (Category: Breaking News)
- Janashakthi wins ‘Business Innovation Award’ at Asian Leadership Awards (Category: Business)
- Paddy gets ALA’s “Distinguished Brand Leader Award” (Category: Business)
- Janashakthi shines at Asian Leadership Awards (Category: Business)
In order to uplift Sri Lankan cinema it is vital to match up to international standards and technology plays a key role in this venture. International cinema has reached its peak in the highest of technological standards, and the same experience should be enjoyed by Sri Lankan film viewers as well. As international films are ...
- EPSI launches ViewSonic 3D monitor (Category: Business)
- Wall Art launches new ranges of wallpaper, wall decals for kids (Category: Business)
- Eric appointed CEO of ERI (Category: Business)
- Global recognition for ESOFT DITEC IT Diploma (Category: Business)
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)
Union Assurance (UA) unveiled yet another innovation by introducing a unique pricing formula for their motor insurance Union Motor Star which allows certain categories of vehicles to enjoy an unbeatable price for insurance. Vehicles above the value of Rs. 3 million enjoy this privilege in general, though certain makes and models also have an unbelievably ...
- Rewards For Union Motor Star Customers (Category: Breaking News)
- Union Assurance strengths its presence in the North (Category: Business)
- Union Assurance now in Kilinochchi (Category: Business)
- Union Assurance uses IT to empower products and services (Category: Business)
In seeking to build this society, as much as we learn from modern technology, we must also be fully aware of our own traditional knowledge of technology, President Mahinda Rajapaksa said. “Our great irrigation technology, the construction technology seen in our ancient cities, and maritime technology of the past, should motivate you to carry your ...
- Protect local culture and traditions in efforts to build a new Sri Lanka with modern technology ... (Category: Breaking News)
- Crisis lies in not knowing what higher education is! (Category: Business)
- Education centering Temple and Church should be revived – President (Category: Breaking News)
- Initiative utilizing both university education and vocational training to foster the country’s d... (Category: Breaking News)
‘Shakthi’ fundraiser by Emerge Lanka Foundation today ‘Shakthi, a Celebration of Femininity,’ a fundraiser for Emerge Lanka Foundation to spread awareness about sexual assault/abuse through artistic avenues, will be held at Barefoot Café today, 21 July, from 6 to 10 p.m. Emerge Global is dedicated to empowering young women around the world who have ...
- All Ceylon Muslim Women’s Association celebrates Diamond Jubilee (Category: Business)
- Budget 2012’s impact on the export sector (Category: Business)
- Zonta launches mentorship programme (Category: Business)
- Unity is the way to success, not ethnic division: President (Category: Business)
Etisalat’s Elite Club Golfers geared up with eager anticipation as the annual Etisalat Golf Classic returns for its 2012 outing. The tournament, teed off on 20 July at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC), seeing the active Etisalat Elite club members taking on to the course. The tournament is a staple in Sri Lanka’s golfing ...
- The Inaugural Etisalat Golf Classic (Category: Breaking News)
- Etisalat flies Elite Club members to Eagles’ Golf Link (Category: Business)
- Inaugural Etisalat Golf Classic - tees off (Category: Breaking News)
- Inaugural Etisalat Golf Classic (Category: Breaking News)
Delayed project for Rs. 20 b five-star hotel cum residencies kicks off, 20-year management deal to be finalised with Hyatt, global financiers included; set to be largest hotel and tallest building in town By Uditha Jayasinghe The long-awaited Rs. 20 billion Hyatt management venture recommenced yesterday in what aims to be the Colombo’s biggest hotel ...
- Chain Interest (Category: Business)
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- Sri Lanka inaugurates construction of 43-story Hyatt Regency hotel in capital Colombo (Category: Breaking News)
- Hilton Says Will Discuss With Govt. (Category: Breaking News)
DIMO recently organised a grand event to felicitate and acknowledge their local business partners in automotive components, power tools and related businesses for 2011/2012. This event was themed ‘Tribute to our Champions 2012,’ justifying the objective of the entire activity and was held at Jetwing Blue, Negombo. Three key business units took part in this ...
- Global giant Bosch sets up Service Centre in Sri Lanka (Category: Business)
- DIMO expands its presence, opens new branch in Trincomalee (Category: Business)
- Overall Gold for DIMO tribe (Category: Business)
- New range of TATA Small Commercial Vehicles from DIMO (Category: Business)
JENNIFER LOPEZ is set to expand her fashion empire by launching a luxury T-shirt company online. The superstar quit her job as a judge on U.S. reality show American Idol last week (ends13Jul12) to focus on other projects, and she has already lined up her first post-TV venture in Teeology.com. The website, co-founded by Lopez ...
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The glamorous interiors of the Maharaja Palace adorned with beautiful golden chandeliers, distinct Moghul art, uniquely traditional Indian décor and its sophisticated Lucknawi flavours, dons it an exceptional Moghul touch. As the latest exclusive Indian restaurant in Colombo opened its magnificent mahogany doors at a three day gala opening held recently, a first taste of ...
- Maharaja Palace opens doors with glamour and royalty (Category: Business)
- Food maestro Anjum Hasan flies in for Maharaja Palace opening (Category: Business)
- ‘Flavors’ at the Galadari: Pure Indian indulgence (Category: Business)
- 30% savings daily with variety of new restaurants from American Express (Category: Business)
NDB Investment Bank Limited (NDBIB) was adjudged the ‘Best Investment Bank in Sri Lanka’ recently at the Awards for Excellence 2012 by Euromoney, the world’s premier financial markets magazine. This is a historical achievement for NDBIB as well as the country since it is the first time Euromoney has ever recognised an investment bank in ...
- NDBIB creates history at Euromoney Awards (Category: Business)
- NDB’s Annual Report 2011 ranked high amongst the best in the world (Category: Business)
- NDB Group 2011 profits up 35% to Rs. 2.9 b (Category: Business)
- NDB reports significant profit growth during 1H 2012 (Category: Business)
Heads turning attraction! Biggest sporting event in post-war Sri Lanka aims to boost future cricket talent at provinces; leisure and entertainment industry to get a fillip 21-day contest from 10 August involving local and global stars to be promoted as “village, country and the world” coming together as one to celebrate Sri Lanka’s passion MCC ...
- Brian Lara, MCC Chief lift SLPL to the world (Category: Business)
- SLPL boost for tourism next month (Category: Business)
- Sri Lanka Premier League forges ahead (Category: Business)
- All set for maiden SLPL; sights set for bigger glory in the future (Category: Business)
Havelock City, the largest condominium development in Sri Lanka, has newly fitted out a luxury penthouse duplex. Located on the 21st level and extending two floors up to level 23, these penthouses are unmatchable in terms of the intriguing play of volume. The luxurious up-market penthouses are complete with spacious living and dining areas, plush ...
- Havelock City unveils penthouse duplex (Category: Business)
- Adelaide Penthouse has a sky-high price (Category: South Australia)
- Top shelf demand (Category: Australia, Queensland)
- $1m mansions snub downturn (Category: Australia, Tasmania )
Voted ‘World’s Best Airline Cabin Crew’ and ‘Best Airline Signature Dish’Malaysia Airlines has been awarded 5-star status in the SKYTRAX World Airline Awards, joining an elite group of airlines to receive this prestigious ranking for their truly consistent and high quality of product and service. Announced last week at a ceremony held at the world-renowned ...
- Malaysian Airlines wins ‘World’s Leading Airline to Asia’ award (Category: Business)
- Malaysia Airlines receives 75th 737 from Boeing (Category: Business)
- Malaysia Airlines achieves double win at World Travel Awards ceremony (Category: Business)
- Malaysian Airlines enhances customer experience with premium service (Category: Business)
Luxury resort records Rs. 1.233b asset baseThe Fortress Resort and Spa announced the successful completion of FY 2011/2012, with stellar financial results in all areas including profits, asset base and shareholder equity. Occupancy rates for the resort in Koggala were high throughout the season as the high-end, colonial architecture-inspired Fortress continues to carve out a ...
- Vallibel Finance 1Q pre-tax profit up 23% to Rs. 107 m (Category: Business)
- The Fortress shines with top Asia Pacific award (Category: Business)
- Stellar 3Q for JKH (Category: Business)
- Ricky Mendis buys 8% of Serendib Hotels for Rs. 142 m (Category: Business)
Wimbledon is special to me not because I played the tennis circuit during my schooling days but for the insights that I get into life and business in general. The 2012 edition in particular was unique, given that a Brit was in the finals of the men’s singles game, that was happening after 74 years. ...
- London: World’s first social media Olympics (Category: Business)
- The brand IPL is about highlighting performance (Category: Business)
- Ceylon Tea in catch-22? (Category: Business)
- The US Open and Sri Lankan policy (Category: Business)
WHEN the South Asian region formed the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation or SAARC hopes were high that it would be the first step in integrating the political, economic and social synergies of the region for overall growth and development. Decades later this dream has largely failed but the SAARC Chamber of Commerce and ...
- SAARC: Time to deliver (Category: Business)
- CNCI seminar on regional trade agreements (Category: Business)
- India boost for SAPTA (Category: Business)
- International conference on regional trade facilitation by FCCISL and SAARC Chamber (Category: Business)
Royal College, ranked among the best schools in the country, celebrates 177 years of education inculcating pride, honour and responsibility. Students of Royal are from varying social backgrounds, ethnicities and religious faith. Since 1835, Royal College has produced outstanding individuals from many walks of life, and they have played a key role in shaping the ...
- YESL and HSBC assist less privileged youth towards equivalence (Category: Business)
- ‘EDEX Live Your Dream’ to realise dreams of next generation (Category: Business)
- Synergy, EDEX team up for Rs. 20 m school scholarship programme (Category: Business)
- 103 top global qualifications; one free seminar (Category: Business)
Red Bull Island Hopping successfully came to a close with the race favourite, Fabio Ingrosso, taking home the first place trophy. The 36 year old Swiss National completed the race in an incredible 40 minutes and 22 seconds and went onto to be crowned champion of Red Bull Island Hopping Coming in exactly one minute ...
- Red Bull launches Sri Lanka’s first-ever kite surfing race (Category: Business)
- Divyaa Lagoon resort gears up for exciting Red Bull Kite Surfing race in Kalpitiya (Category: Business)
- Red Bull launches Sri Lanka’s first-ever kite surfing race in Kalpitiya (Category: Business)
- Plane crashes into Swan River (Category: Western Australia)
Zahira College, one of the leading public Schools in the Island gets its long awaited dream of a Swimming Pool, with its ceremonial opening on Saturday 14th July at 4.00 p.m. Three Special Guests Al Haj Desamanya M.T.A.Furkhan, Chairman Confifi Group, Al Haj M.H.Omar, Founder – Brandix and Manilal Fernando – Chairman, Holcim Lanka Ltd ...
- Student drowns in swimming pool (Category: Breaking News)
- Old Zahira to hold U20 all island inter-school hockey 7s on 10 June (Category: Business)
- Member of the Zahira College Group of ’80 and Sri Lanka Freedom Party……… (Category: Business)
- Zahira Group of ’80 holds high achievers felicitation ceremony (Category: Business)
Dialog Television (DTV), Sri Lanka’s leading Direct-to-Home (DTH) Digital Satellite TV service recently announced the introduction of the country’s first HD (High Definition) broadcast, leading Sri Lanka into the era of advance digital media. With enhanced picture quality, vivid colours, sharper images and Dolby digital surround sound; the HD service will enable DTV subscribers to ...
- Sri Lanka Ranked 97 in HD Index (Category: Breaking News)
- Panasonic launches FULL HD 3D Viera Plasma TV in Sri Lanka together with Softlogic (Category: Breaking News)
- Video: Nidahase Inna Umaria n Devashrie Full HD www Music lk (Category: Video)
- Video: Hoda Kale Samanthi Sagarika Full HD www Music lk (Category: Video)
‘The Business of Sports’ is a fortnightly column that appears every other Thursday. This is Feature #22, continuing to seek a greater public engagement in our national sports and a sporting surveillance on what goes on away from the arenas and behind the scenes. Readers are invited to share their views and express their opinion ...
- EZY Racing revs up deal with Castrol (Category: Business)
- EZY Racing launches Kart Fighters with Speed Drome (Category: Business)
- EZY Racing to form alliance with international clothing brand (Category: Business)
- ‘Focuss’ official clothing partners Jaffna challengers (Category: Business)
Third batch of students graduate in TangalleThe third batch of 23 students, trained in hotel operations under ‘Jeevana’ Livelihood Development Scheme, promoted by NDB, passed out at a ceremony held in Tangalle on 9 July. MP Namal Rajapaksa was the chief guest at the ceremony. Initiated in September 2010, ‘Jeevana’ Livelihood Development Program endorses NDB’s ...
- NDB ‘Jeevana’ empowers youth in Jaffna together with DIMO (Category: Business)
- NDB Bank enhances hospitality trade through ‘Jeevana’ initiative again (Category: Business)
- NDB helps youths to get jobs in the growing tourism industry (Category: Breaking News)
Poor rainfall throughout Sri Lanka during the past few months has caused a drought unheard of during recent history. Particularly affected Districts are Kurunegala, Puttalam, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Batticaloa, Ampara, Nuwara Eliya and Badulla. Farmers complain that their crops are being ruined or are on the verge of being ruined. Some villages complain of the shortage ...
- Drought and lessons learned (Category: Business)
- Paddy farmers’ problems (Category: Business)
- Mahaweli Project – North Central Province canal: A tunnel in the wilderness? (Category: Breaking News)
- Lack of irrigation water for paddy cultivation: A way out (Category: Breaking News)
After over two decades, the untouched, charming beaches of Passikudah, in the eastern coast of Sri Lanka, are slowly being rediscovered for their scenic golden sands and calm waters, rich in biodiversity. The bay of Passikudah comprises of a flat, soft sandy bed extending approximately 100 meters into the sea with a shallow fringing coral ...
- Basil opens Amethyst Resort in Passikudah (Category: Business)
- Amethyst– the Gem of the East Coast (Category: Business)
- Citrus Group’s Passikudah land buy faces legal snag (Category: Business)
The top level performances of the sales force of Scan Products Division of CW Mackie PLC – in 2011/12 were recognised at a ceremony held at the Club Palm Bay Hotel Marawila recently. Congratulating the winners, the chief guest at the Awards ceremony CW Mackie Chairman/CEO W.T Ellawala assured that just as much as the ...
- Scan Products honour top achievers (Category: Business)
- Scan Products wins Sunquick Best country award (Category: Business)
- Mangala Perera appointed Executive Director of C.W. Mackie (Category: Business)
- Scan Products supports Horana Base Hospital (Category: Breaking News)
The Oxford Advanced Learners Dictionary defines ‘reconcile’ as ‘finding an acceptable way of dealing with two or more ideas that seem to be opposed to each other’. ‘Reconciliation’ is defined as ‘an end to a disagreement and the start of a good relationship again,’ and as ‘the process makes it possible for two different ideas ...
- Video: Rathu Ira P2 (Category: Video)
- India welcomes LLRC report, expects Lanka to act decisively (Category: Business)
- The UN is making lasting peace in Sri Lanka less likely (Category: Business)
- “Ira Handa Yata” for Indian film festival (Category: Breaking News)
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