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THE BIG PICTURE

Humaydh SariffodeenJune 27, 2024No Comment2024-06-28T10:14:32+00:00

WHO WANTS CHANGE? In this election year, a majority of our unfit politicians and people from all...

STATE SECTOR REFORMS

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T20:14:22+00:00

Sri Lanka is dealing with the dual pressures of an economic crisis and forthcoming elections. Central to...

VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-28T10:28:24+00:00

Experience machines seen in sci-fi movies are devices that can generate fully immersive and...

DIGITAL EQUITY

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 No Comment2024-06-28T10:31:29+00:00

The world’s population is growing. And as we celebrate World Population Day on 11 July, more...

CURRENT AFFAIRS

INDIA ELECTIONS

Humaydh SariffodeenJune 27, 2024No Comment2024-06-28T10:17:26+00:00

India went to the polls on 19 April and the process lasted until 1 June. It took three days to count...

ECOLOGY AND THE LAW

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 No Comment2024-06-28T10:20:40+00:00

The right of people to own nature in the form of property and express that ownership by want...

NEW FRONTIERS

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T20:20:07+00:00

CYBERSTALKING CEO and cofounder of Certifi AI Melissa Hutchins launched the Seattle startup upon...

TOMORROW’S WORLD

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T20:17:45+00:00

The July issue of Tomorrow’s World features a list of important events across the globe...

BUSINESS FORUM

ECONOMIC AFFAIRS

Humaydh SariffodeenJune 27, 2024No Comment2024-06-28T10:33:11+00:00

“One of the critical steps for Sri Lanka to return to a long-term growth plan, which will help...

INTERIOR DESIGN SECTOR

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 No Comment2024-06-27T20:22:03+00:00

With the increase in real estate development, and post-COVID capex investments in the hospitality and...

E-COMMERCE SECTOR

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T20:22:14+00:00

The sector experienced phenomenal growth during the pandemic with multiple strict lockdown...

IT INDUSTRY

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-07-06T20:02:42+00:00

Generally, we view the IT and business process management (BPM) sectors as a single knowledge and...

BUSINESS AFFAIRS

ECONOMIC REVIEW

Humaydh SariffodeenJune 27, 2024No Comment2024-06-28T10:35:10+00:00

The immediate focus for Sri Lanka’s economy to recover from the debt crisis is ensuring continuity of...

TECH INDUSTRY

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 No Comment2024-06-27T20:26:04+00:00

With some 305 million startups entering the global tech arena annually, the market is shifting...

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T20:26:08+00:00

The digital revolution has transformed the financial services industry in recent decades; and it...

AGRICULTURE SECTOR

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T20:24:56+00:00

Regenerative agriculture (RA) represents a transformative approach to farming. It seeks to do...

MANAGEMENT DIGEST

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Humaydh SariffodeenJune 27, 2024No Comment2024-06-28T10:38:43+00:00

As the age of AI evolves, modes of customer service are also progressing at exponential rates...

CONTENT MARKETING

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 No Comment2024-06-27T20:29:17+00:00

The importance of content marketing for SME growth is critical to increase traffic, potential leads and a...

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T20:29:26+00:00

Creativity is often perceived as a rare gift bestowed upon a select few; but it is in fact a universal...

MIND POWER

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-28T10:40:24+00:00

Many of us feel out of control and victimised by the velocity and direction of life today. Swept...

TOP SHELF

SRI LANKANS OVERSEAS

Humaydh SariffodeenJune 27, 2024No Comment2024-06-27T17:44:43+00:00

Sri Lanka’s pioneering international magazine is going places – having gone global in April! LMD International’s mission...

YOUTH FORUM

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 No Comment2024-06-27T20:31:00+00:00

Sri Lanka is a land with a vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes and resilient people. Its rich tapestry is...

SPORTING LIFE

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-07-12T18:08:00+00:00

Roger Rodrigo’s story is one of remarkable dedication and achievement, spanning across two nations and nearly four decades...

MAJESTIC FOOTHILLS

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-07-05T07:06:55+00:00

Darjeeling, once a Gurkha village at the foothills of the Himalayas in India, became the ideal escape for British colonisers in the...

MEDIA RELEASES

OMEGA LINE

Humaydh SariffodeenJuly 12, 20242024-07-15T13:15:26+00:00

In the face of global economic challenges, the apparel industry has struggled to maintain its footing. Yet, within this turbulent...

DR. HAYESHIKA FERNANDO

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 12, 2024 2024-07-15T13:07:25+00:00

Dr. Hayeshika Fernando, Sri Lankas market leading online tutor for Grade Five Scholarship Examination students, was recently...

CA SRI LANKA – AUSTRALIA CHAPTER

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 12, 2024 2024-07-15T12:59:00+00:00

CA Sri Lanka – Australia Chapter organized a successful and memorable event with the Chartered Ball 2024 – The Golden Gala...

CINNAMON COLOMBO HOTELS

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 12, 2024 2024-07-15T12:54:01+00:00

Switzerland’s cuisine reflects its linguistic and cultural variety, offering a blend of regional and local dishes. Historically an...

MMCA SRI LANKA

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 12, 2024 2024-07-15T12:44:28+00:00

‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’, the first solo exhibition on the architect to be held during or...

DELOITTE

Tharindu Perera July 11, 2024 2024-07-11T19:38:56+00:00

Deloitte is pleased to announce the appointment of Nishan Mendis as the new Chairman of the Sri Lanka Association of Software and...

YOUNG CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS FORUM

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 11, 2024 2024-07-11T16:48:18+00:00

At the Young Chartered Accountants Forum (YCAF), we believe in giving back to the community and supporting those in need...

TRI-ZEN

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 10, 2024 2024-07-10T19:53:32+00:00

TRI-ZEN by John Keells Properties (JKP) has delighted its residents by adding Laundry and Healthcare services to its portfolio of...

SRI LANKA CONVENTION BUREAU

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 10, 2024 2024-07-10T18:29:48+00:00

The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB) successfully hosted a MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism...

DIALOG ENTERPRISE

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 10, 2024 2024-07-10T17:53:37+00:00

Dialog Enterprise, the corporate ICT solutions arm of Dialog Axiata PLC., a pioneer in enabling digital transformation for Small...

CEYLON CURRY CLUB

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 10, 2024 2024-07-10T17:50:55+00:00

Ceylon Curry Club, a member of the Citrus Group and Sri Lanka’s premier restaurant for contemporary Sri Lankan and fusion...

NDB WEALTH

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 10, 2024 2024-07-10T17:39:32+00:00

NDB Wealth Management Limited, the largest private sector fund management company in Sri Lanka recently announced the...

PARTNER NEWS

OCCIDENTAL EDEN BERUWALA

Humaydh SariffodeenJuly 15, 20242024-07-15T14:08:38+00:00

Set against the backdrop of the sun-kissed southern shores of Sri Lanka and vast expanse of turquoise ocean, Occidental Eden...

SEYLAN BANK

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 12, 2024 2024-07-15T13:58:37+00:00

The event is a unique opportunity for hotels, event management and photography groups, designers, and beauticians to come...

HNB PLC

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 12, 2024 2024-07-15T13:32:41+00:00

Sri Lanka's leading private sector bank, HNB PLC recently announced signing on as a sponsor of Soul Sounds, Sri Lanka's...

SAMPATH BANK

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 12, 2024 2024-07-15T13:23:19+00:00

Sampath Bank is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the prestigious July Monthly Medal Event at the Royal Colombo Golf...

AMANA BANK

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 11, 2024 2024-07-11T18:58:16+00:00

Amana Bank recently announced the approval of its share consolidation initiative as per the communique to the CSE, which has...

SINGER

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 11, 2024 2024-07-11T16:57:56+00:00

Singer Sri Lanka proudly celebrated the exclusive unveiling of four new smartphones at a glamorous nubia brand launch, the...

ST. ANTHONY’S INDUSTRIES GROUP (PVT) LTD

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 11, 2024 2024-07-11T16:55:02+00:00

Anton, a 100% Sri Lankan Manufacturer of household solution dating back to 1958, a pioneer in the local PVC and Pipe industry...

THE BANK OF CEYLON

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 11, 2024 2024-07-11T16:51:26+00:00

The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) is proud to announce the 2023 Ran Kekulu Scholarship Award Ceremony, identifying the academic...

SLT-MOBITEL

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 10, 2024 2024-07-10T19:55:55+00:00

SLT-MOBITEL Enterprise hosted a SME Solution Partners’ Demo Day 2024 recently, designed to showcase the extensive range of...

DFCC BANK

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 10, 2024 2024-07-10T12:27:05+00:00

Appealing to diverse customer segments and demographics, DFCC Affinity Credit Cards are an excellent tool for empowering...

BOC

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 9, 2024 2024-07-10T12:23:30+00:00

In a significant move towards empowering SME exporters around the country, BOC has partnered with the Ceylon Chamber of...

JAT

Humaydh Sariffodeen July 8, 2024 2024-07-10T12:19:08+00:00

Sri Lanka’s market leader in wood coatings, brushes and rollers, JAT Holdings PLC, has launched the Harris® International...

OPINION POLLS

BUSINESS SENTIMENT

Humaydh SariffodeenJune 27, 20242024-06-27T20:33:47+00:00

In the midst of the ruckus surrounding a pivotal presidential election, the IMF says that Sri Lanka’s macroeconomic policy reforms...

BURNING ISSUES

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T17:08:00+00:00

There’s been a drastic shift in the foremost burning issue for business. As predicted for several months, political instability has...

THE ECONOMY

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T17:12:25+00:00

Corporates are grappling with myriad challenges as they navigate the prevailing uncertainties. The latest findings from the...

THE COST OF LIVING

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T20:33:40+00:00

The PepperCube Cost of Living Index (CLI) saw a marginal decrease in May. Having started the year on a high, the index fell twice...

FINANCIAL PROFILES

MICROCOSM

Humaydh SariffodeenJune 27, 20242024-06-27T10:39:00+00:00

Land prices witnessed growth in 2023/24, according to the 2024 Western Province Land Price Index (LPI) from...

KEY ECONOMIC DATA

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T19:36:01+00:00

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TRAVEL & TOURISM DEVELOPMENT INDEX

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T18:43:22+00:00

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TOP STARTUP CITIES IN THE WORLD (2024)

Humaydh Sariffodeen June 27, 2024 2024-06-27T18:45:39+00:00

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ONLINE EXCLUSIVES

WE DID IT, SAYS STARMER AS LABOUR CROSSES THE LINE

Kasun BasuriyaJuly 5, 20242024-07-05T10:00:17+00:00

BBC – July 5, 2024 Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has won the UK general…...

LABOUR SET FOR LANDSLIDE AS REFORM SURGE HITS TORY VOTE

Kasun Basuriya July 5, 2024 2024-07-05T09:20:30+00:00

Labour is on course for a landslide victory as the Conservatives face their worst ever general election results....

PUTIN DEMANDS MORE UKRAINIAN LAND TO END WAR; KYIV REJECTS ‘ULTIMATUM’

Kasun Basuriya June 14, 2024 2024-06-14T21:33:59+00:00

Reuters: June 14, 2024 President Vladimir Putin said on Friday Russia would end the war…...

IMF EXECUTIVE BOARD CONCLUDES 2024 ARTICLE IV CONSULTATION WITH SRI LANKA AND COMPLETES THE SECOND REVIEW UNDER THE EXTENDED FUND FACILITY

Kasun Basuriya June 13, 2024 2024-06-13T23:47:34+00:00

The IMF Executive Board completed the 2024 Article IV Consultation and Second Review under the…...

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