Bharti Airtel Lanka bags BS25999 accreditation from British Standards Institution
31-August-2011
Bharti Airtel, a leading global telecommunications company with operations in 19 countries across Asia and Africa, today announced that it has achieved the prestigious BS25999 certification in Sri Lanka from British Standards Institution (BSI).
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Internet Explorer 9 geared to effectively block Malware
31-August-2011
NSS Labs, the leading independent security product testing organization, recently shared the outlining of their comparative test results of malware protection in a 2-part document.
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Royal College Colombo Group of '85 holds AGM
30-August-2011
The Annual General Meeting of the Royal College Colombo Group of '85 was held at the Raja Bojun recently where the Executive Committee members were elected for the year 2011/2012.
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Emirates Goes Daily to Narita
29-August-2011
Emirates, one of the fastest growing international airlines, announced an increased commitment to Japan with the introduction of two extra flights a week, ensuring a daily, non-stop service between Dubai and Narita International Airport from 1st November.
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MARKSS HEALTHCARE conducts medical clinic at Gunesekara childrens’ home, Nawala
26-August-2011
MARKSS HEALTHCARE, one of the fastest growing pharmaceuticals companies in Sri Lanka recently conducted a medical clinic at the Gunesekara Children’s Home in Nawala, which screened the children to detect any medical issues that need attention.
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DFCC Vardhana Bank opens 125th branch in Kegalle
25-August-2011
DFCC Vardhana Bank (DVB), the everyday banking unit of DFCC Bank - the leader of development banking, opened its 125th branch in Kegalle yesterday. The new branch was opened by Mr. Lakshman Silva, CEO, DFCC Vardhana Bank.
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Commercial Bank opens exclusive Elite’ branch at Colombo 7
25-August-2011
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has unveiled a new echelon in customer relationship management with the launch of ‘Elite,’ a portfolio of exclusive special privileges and benefits designed for a select segment of customers to be served at the new Elite Branch of the bank which has been rated as Sri Lanka’s best by many reputed international Banking publications.
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Oracle Unveils Oracle VM 3.0
24-August-2011
Today at an event for customers, partners and industry experts, Oracle announced Oracle VM 3.0, the latest release of Oracle’s server virtualization and management solution.
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Sri Lanka vying for SGD 45,000 Grand Prize at the Prestigious Asia Pacific Breweries Foundation Signature Art Prize
23-August-2011
The Asia Pacific Breweries (APB) Foundation Signature Art Prize returns this year with 130 artworks from 24 countries and territories vying for the Grand Prize of SGD 45,000.
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Malaysia set to welcome Emirates’ A380
23-August-2011
Emirates, the Dubai-based international airline, continues to expand its list of Airbus A380 destinations, with Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, set to welcome the superjumbo on 1st December 2011.
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Perera and Sons enters the social media world with a bang
22-August-2011
A brand that has been in existence since 1902 is making a major hype on cyberspace, as it recently joined the social media trend that many companies are stepping into. An initiative of its Managing Director, Gihan Perera, who wants to combine technology to better serve the Perera and Sons (P&S) customers, P&S have joined the Facebook wagon wheel.
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Batticaloa to see a new era through BITE 2011
19-August-2011
Batticaloa will see the dawn of a new beginning when it showcases the Batticaloa International Trade Exhibition (BITE) 2011 on the 7th 8th and 6th of October 2011.
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Carbon Labelled Sri Lankan Designs to make waves in London Fashion shows
18-August-2011
Carbon Consulting Company (CCC) created Carbon Labels for two Sri Lankan designers making waves in London.
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Commercial Bank donates laptops to
Sri Dalada Maligawa
16-August-2011
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon recently came forward to support the Sri Dalada Maligawa with a donation of laptops.
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Commercial Bank is FinanceAsia’s ‘Best Bank in Sri Lanka’
15-August-2011
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has further strengthened its credentials as the Best Bank in Sri Lanka by winning the country award for Sri Lanka at FinanceAsia’s Annual Country Awards 2011.
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Bartleet Finance opens 17th branch in Ratnapura
15-August-2011
Bartleet Finance Ltd, a leader in the financial services sector and a member of the Bartleet Group opened its 17th branch in Ratnapura under the patronage of Mr. Sunil Wijesinghe, Deputy Chairman of Bartleet Group recently.
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Richard Pieris Records 1st Quarter Turnover of Rs.7.2bn
13-August-2011
The Richard Pieris Group recorded a Turnover of Rs.7.2bn during the 1st quarter of 2011/12 which signifies a healthy growth of 15% when compared to the previous year.
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PIRAMAL GLASS CEYLON PLC Q1 FY 2012 NET PROFIT MORE THAN DOUBLES AT RS. 141 MILLION
12-August-2011
Piramal Glass Ceylon PLC (PGC), manufacturer of glass containers for all segments of glass packaging, announced record profits for the eighth consecutive quarter.
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Commercial Credit Chairman honoured for contribution to financial services industry
12-August-2011
Chairman of Commercial Credit PLC Mrs. Vagdevi Fernando was recently presented with an award by Sthree Mela (Voice of Sri Lankan Women) in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Sri Lanka’s financial services industry.
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Oracle® Solaris 11 Express Available on Oracle Exadata Database Machines
12-August-2011
Oracle Solaris 11 Express is available on Oracle Exadata Database Machines X2-2 and X2-8, Oracle today announced.
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Korale Mahattaya on ‘Celeb Chat’
12-August-2011
‘Korale Mahattaya’ plays his alter ego ‘Wijeratne Warakagoda ‘ on Prime TV’s ‘Celeb Chat’ at 09.00 pm on Monday 15 August on CSN.
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Emirates Fleet 26% More Efficient than IATA Industry Average
12-August-2011
The Emirates Group has announced the release of its first comprehensive environmental report, a study that revealed the airline’s carbon dioxide emissions efficiency was 26% better than the global airline average.
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PCH sets the tone for the financial year with outstanding Q1 performance
11-August-2011
PC House PLC the leading Sri Lankan provider of ICT solutions has opened its financial year with fabulous results setting the course for the year to come.
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LECS BUILDS “CONSTRUCT EXHIBITION” FOR THE 11th CONSECUTIVE YEAR
11-August-2011
Sri Lanka’s largest and most renowned exhibition catering to the construction industry is set to be held for the 11th consecutive year on the 19th 20th and 21st August 2011 at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre. Since the events inception it has grown by leaps and bounds showcasing the most innovative technology and services around the world under a common platform.
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Top stock market solutions provider IronOne in major expansion
11-August-2011
Sri Lanka’s leading stock market software solutions provider IronOne Technologies has announced a series of new developments including significant enhancements to its product offering, tie-ups with new clients, strategic collaborations and plans for expansion.
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Journey To The Cloud – An Evolutionary Perspective
08-August-2011
The market has been abuzz with news about the potential of cloud computing in the past few years, but really, it is embracing an evolution of sorts for enterprise businesses, one where the cloud is moving from boardroom conversations to reality. We envisage the journey to the cloud as a phased one.
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Arpico’s ARPILIGHT produces Sri Lanka’s first air purification CFL bulb
06-August-2011
Arpico’s ARPILIGHT the country’s only five star certified CFL light bulb from Richard Pieris Distributors Ltd announced the launch of a Nano Technological Air Purification CFL bulb, an island first, according to a company spokesperson.
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Dialog consolidates Growth momentum with Strong Q2 Results
05-August-2011
Dialog Axiata PLC announced, its consolidated financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2011. Financial results included those of Dialog Axiata PLC (the “Company”) and of the Dialog Axiata Group (the “Group”) post consolidation with subsidiaries Dialog Broadband Networks (Pvt.) Ltd (“DBN”) and Dialog Television (Pvt.) Ltd (“DTV”).
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MARKSS Healthcare supports Sri Lanka College of Urological Surgeons to develop skillset of future medical professionals
04-August-2011
MARKSS Healthcare (MARKSS HLC) one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in Sri Lanka, under its flagship sustainability initiative, “Markss Wellness Campaign”, conducted a skill development session for the Sri Lanka College of Urological Surgeons recently.
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Implementing a concept of President Mahinda Rajapaksa, the 615th ‘Nenasala’ Arivakam or wisdom outlet was declared open by Hambantota District MP Namal Rajapaksa in Kilinochchi on 20th July 2011.
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The National Best Quality Awards (NBQSA) 2011
03-August-2011
Creating history each year by recognizing exceptional local ICT innovations and achievements, the National Best Quality Awards (NBQSA) competition will mark its thirteenth anniversary in October this year. NBQSA is the only National competition of its type in Sri Lanka as which has been, since 1998, granting opportunities to individuals and organizations for their outstanding contribution to the development of ICT Industry in Sri Lanka.
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Etisalat and Openarc Tie up to Bring Revolutionary Mobile Banking Solutions to Consumers
02-August-2011
In another move to stay ahead of the competition, and maintain its reputation as the Telco on the cutting-edge of technology, Etisalat ties up with OpenArc to be the first to bring Sri Lankan customers a true, secure and complete mobile banking solution.
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Jacqueline Fernandez sparkles on ‘Celeb Chat’
01-August-2011
Birthday girl Jacqueline Fernandez who turns 26 on Thursday 11 August brings her simply charm and warm personality to Prime TV’s ‘Celeb Chat’ at 09.00 pm on Monday 08 August on CSN.
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COLOMBO COMES ALIVE TO ‘THE SOUND OF MUSIC’
31-August-2011
 “Senses and Soul the Colombo Music Festival, to be held from the 24th to 26th August 2012,will be the unparalleled meeting of musical styles, genres, essences and forms being showcased through this multi-faceted music festival that will set the bar for such events in Sri Lanka. The festival will also be marketed to reach an overseas clientele of travelers to Sri Lanka and those interested in Asian ‘music makers’ much on the lines of festivals and events that are hosted elsewhere”, said Founder and Event Director, Colombo Music Festival and Director, Mantra Moods, Haadia Galely, addressing the media.
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Asia Asset Finance opens in Batticaloa
31-August-2011
Asia Asset Finance Limited recently opened their 9th branch in the city of the singing fish, Batticaloa. The branch is situated at 599 E, Trincomalee Road, Batticaloa in a spacious building with ample parking facilities.
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Carson Cumberbatch PLC sponsors the centenary “Shakspeare Shield” Golf Tournament
31-August-2011
 Carson Cumberbatch PLC over the last century has been the sponsor of the prestigious “Shakspeare Shield” Golf Tournament according to a company spokesperson. The Tournament is currently under way at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC). The competition began in the year 1911 was founded by W Shakspeare, an elected Committee member of the Royal Colombo Golf Club and also a pioneering Director of Carson and Company.
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FedEx Express Donates Two Aid Supply Flights to UNICEF in Response to Famine in Somalia
31-August-2011
 In response to the famine in Somalia, FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, has delivered approximately 91 metric tons (200,000 pounds) of high-nutrient food to Nairobi, Kenya. The charitable initiative was organized in collaboration with UNICEF with the aim of offering life-saving assistance to severely malnourished children in south and central Somalia.
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Inflation drops in August 2011
31-August-2011
The Colombo Consumers’ Price Index (CCPI) (2006/07=100), computed by the Department of Census and Statistics decreased by 0.3 per cent to 151.3 in August from 151.7 in July 2011. The rate of inflation on a year-on-year basis decreased to 7.0 per cent in August from 7.5 per cent in July 2011, while the annual average rate of inflation moved up slightly to 7.1 per cent in August from 7.0 per cent recorded in the previous month.
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Janashakthi, 2011 1H’s “most profitable” from among all quoted insurance companies
30-August-2011
Recording a Profit after Tax of Rs. 280 Mn for 1H (first half) 2011, Janashakthi Insurance PLC (JIPLC) became the most profitable insurer from among all quoted insurance companies in Sri Lanka. This is a growth of 98% in comparison to a profit after tax of Rs.145 Mn in 2010 in the same period and is considered a remarkable achievement given the nature of the industry which has 19 players competing.
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Classical charm with Lakshman Joseph de Saram on ‘Celeb Chat’
30-August-2011
 Professional classical musician and film composer Lakshman Joseph de Saram takes centre stage in a tete-a-tete with host Kumar de Silva on Prime TV's “Celeb Chat” at 9.00 pm on Monday 05 September on CSN.
Born into a family that put a high value on culture and the arts, his father Sooty Banda was a political satirist while his mother, Sita de Saram, was a sculptor and music teacher. The early years of this former Royalist were thus saturated with books, chess, classical music etc.
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GSK funds building of houses for flood-affected families
29-August-2011
 One hundred and forty nine farmer families in the Polonnaruwa District are being helped under a new community project of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), to make the transition to better housing after their homes were damaged or destroyed in floods in December 2010. The pharmaceuticals and vaccines company has provided Rs 4.5 million to Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka to build ‘transitional shelters’ comprising of superstructure and roof, that will enable these families to live in and complete their homes before the next monsoonal inundation.
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The Cabinet of Ministers has authorized supplementary funding amounting to approximately Rs. 74 million to enable a subsidiary owned by ICTA to maintain and operate the Lanka Government Network (LGN), beyond August 2011.
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Swadeshi Khomba launches “Sith Ru Tharu” campaign to inspire young women
26-August-2011
The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, Sri Lanka's pioneer herbal-based personal care products company introduced a promotional campaign with the objective of inspiring young women throughout the country.
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Etisalat's AppZone receives International Award for its contribution to Mobile Infrastructure
25-August-2011
 The AppZone, the mobile application development platform, introduced by Etisalat, has won an m-billionth award at the ceremony held on the 23rd of July, in New Delhi. The m-billionth, awards who look to honor the achievements of those who drive to take mobile technology forward in the South Asian region, have selected the AppZone as the best mobile infrastructure solution to be presented this year.
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Nestlé Lanka Wins at National Green Awards 2011
25-August-2011
 Nestlé Lanka, the Country’s leading Nutrition, Health and Wellness Company, was awarded Silver by the Minister of Environment, Honourable Anura P. Yapa at the National Green Awards 2011 held recently. A first time applicant for the awards this year, the Company was the only Food and Beverage manufacturer in Sri Lanka to be honoured at the Country’s main environmental awards event.
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Symantec launches Endpoint Protection 12 for Best Protection, Performance in Virtual Environments Industry-Leading Endpoint Security Now Available for Large, Medium and Small Organizations
24-August-2011
 Symantec Corp. (Nasdaq: SYMC) announced the availability of Symantec Endpoint Protection 12 as well as results from independent tests demonstrating that the product outperforms the competition in both virtual and physical environments, providing unrivaled protection and blazingly fast performance. According to Symantec’s Internet Security Threat Report, attackers unleashed more than 286 million distinct malicious programs in 2010, creating a challenge for traditional signature-based security solutions that can’t keep up with this volume of attacks. Symantec Endpoint Protection
12 and Symantec Endpoint Protection Small Business Edition are now available to combat the sheer volume of sophisticated attacks targeting organisations of all sizes today.
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Ceylinco Life retains No 1 slot with solid first half growth
24-August-2011
Sri Lanka’s largest life insurer Ceylinco Life has posted income of Rs 6.391 billion for the six months ending 30th June 2011, with healthy growth in Gross Written Premiums and Investment and Other income. Premium Income grew 18.5 per cent over the first half of 2010 to Rs 4.663 billion, an increase of Rs 730 million, while Investment and Other income improved by 8.4 per cent to Rs 1.728 billion, the company reported.
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World Brand Congress Acknowledges Anchor as one of Asia’s Best Brands
23-August-2011
 Fonterra’s flagship brand Anchor was recognized as one of ‘Asia’s Best Brands’ of 2011 at the 2nd CMO Asia Awards, held recently in Singapore. The CMO Asia Awards recognises 25 countries and brands across Australasia and the Middle East under different categories. Fonterra’s Anchor brand was adjudged one of ‘Asia’s Best Brands’ in the Food and Beverage category.
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'CTA Schaffter Award' honours top scholars in Insurance & Valuation
at Wayamba University
23-August-2011
 Miss. D. K. Manodara who obtained a Second Class (Upper Division) in the Insurance & Valuation degree won the Gold Medal and Cash Award, while Ms. R. P. J. Rajapathirana won the Silver Medal, as part of the ‘CTA Schaffter Award 2011’ at the recent convocation of the Wayamba University. The Gold Medal winner is incidentally a member of the Janashakthi family and is attached to its Technical Department.
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Commercial Bank & Prestige Automobile offer dream deals for BMW 5 Series
22-August-2011
Dreams of owning a luxury BMW 5 Series car can now be a reality at a significant cost saving with the launch of a special promotion by Commercial Bank, the Bank rated internationally as Sri Lanka’s best, in association with Prestige Automobile (Pvt) Ltd, the local agent for the iconic brand.
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Monetary Policy Review – August 2011
19-August-2011
As reflected by the leading economic indicators, the growth momentum of the
economy is continuing with increased contribution to growth from all key sectors of
the economy. The Colombo Consumers’ Price Index (CCPI) (2006/07=100),
computed by the Department of Census and Statistics, recorded a year-on-year
increase of 7.5 per cent in July 2011 compared to 7.1 per cent in June 2011, and an
annual average increase of 7.0 per cent in July 2011 in comparison to 6.7 per cent in
the previous month.
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MARKSS HEALTHCARE HOLDS A WORKSHOP FOR PHARMACISTS ON NEWER CHALLENGES FOR A RESPONSIBLE PHARMACIST
19-August-2011
MARKSS HEALTHCARE under their Corporate Citizenship Programme themed MARKSS WELLNESS CAMPAIGN conducted a workshop for pharmacists from many parts of the island on newer challenges for a responsible pharmacist.
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96 World - Surfers to ride super A-Bay waves
18-August-2011
Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka’s exotic southeast coastline, is set to welcome ninety six top world surfers from 19 countries spanning Argentina, Peru, USA across the globe to New Zealand, to compete in SriLankan Airlines Pro Surfing contest held in association with Australasia’s Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) from 30th August – 4th September, 2011.
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Otara, only Sri Lankan designer featured in Swarovski’s “Gem Visions India”
17-August-2011
 Swarovski, the benchmark global brand in the crystal industry which is equally reputed in the area of fine and crafted gemstones, invited Otara Gunewardene, CEO and Founder of ODEL to design a piece of jewellery of her choice and participate in its special edition of the “Swarovski Gem Visions 2012” trend book. This special edition titled “Gem Visions India” was put together with the aim of ‘pushing the boundaries of concept, form and ornament, to challenge the conventions and clichés of traditional jewellery.”
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Emirates SkyCargo Bolsters Trade Links Between UAE and Brazil
16-August-2011
 Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates airline, is set to add a third weekly freight flight to meet the growing demands of the thriving UAE-Brazil trade route.
The oil industry is just one of many areas that are bustling in Brazil and last month Emirates SkyCargo delivered two large helicopters for energy giant Petrobras.
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“Happy Hen” obtains ISO 22000:2005 Standards for High Quality Food Management
16-August-2011
 “Happy Hen” brand of eggs, a product of Switz Lanka (Pvt) Ltd., recently obtained the ISO 22000:2005 certification for its high quality food management, production and supply chain system, being the first layer farm in Sri Lanka to receive such an endorsement, according to a company spokesperson. The company’s stringent processes and its rigorous quality control standards were examined during the audit conducted by Sri Lanka Standards Institution. Happy Hen’s concentration on Production Integration which involves feed production, egg production, manufacturing of its own packaging, and customer distribution system was an important element of the company’s ability to maintain these standards.
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Infor, IBM and Bluechip to Host Customer Event in Sri Lanka
15-August-2011
 Infor, a leading provider of business application software serving more than 70,000 customers, today announced details of its annual customer event in Sri Lanka dedicated to users of Infor10 ERP Process iBusiness (System21). The event will be jointly hosted with IBM and Infor channel partner Bluechip and will be held on August 18th at the Colombo Hilton Residencies.
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Top Corporates Charter SriLankan’s Air Taxis for business and leisure
15-August-2011
SriLankan Airlines’ air taxi, is fast becoming a popular mode of transport for corporate clients who want to take a quick ride out of the city for a day of business or leisure.
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Janashakthi embraces motorcyclists with unmatched benefits
15-August-2011
Janashakthi Insurance PLC blazes yet another trail as it offers Sri Lankan motorcyclists a number of special benefits hitherto not offered to date in the country’s highly competitive insurance industry.
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Swadeshi Khomba illuminates Devundara Uthpalawarna Sri Vishnu Maha Devalaya for the 3rd consecutive year
13-August-2011
Devundara Uthpalawarna Sri Vishnu Maha Devalaya is being illuminated by The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC the pioneer herbal - personal care products manufacturer. The illumination is done under the theme of “Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya” The Pooja was held from the 7th to the 13th of August 2011.
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Sri Lanka looking at biotech, eco-farming to fuel further growth in booming food sector
12-August-2011
Exports from the Sri Lankan processed food sector has increased by 31.7% in comparison to 2009. Sri Lanka is looking at biotechnology and even eco-farming to expand the processed food sector. And Sri Lanka’s Packaging sector is also growing in size similar to tea or coconut sectors, says Rishad Bathiudeen, Minister of Industry and Commerce.
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UTE to woo visitors to Construct 2011 with exciting new machines
12-August-2011
New construction machines that have never been displayed at a public event in Sri Lanka and a pre-used construction equipment auction will be among the exciting new value additions to this year’s edition of the ‘Construct’ exhibition by UTE.
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Ceylinco Life’s top policyholders in grand seaplane adventure
11-August-2011
 A select group of high net worth customers of Ceylinco Life were recently treated to a new experience in family fun in the form of a seaplane excursion to the hill country capital Kandy. Designated as ‘Platinum’ members of a new ‘Premium Club’ launched by the country’s life insurance leader, 20 policyholders selected by Ceylinco Life and their family members were accorded this exclusive privilege as a reward for their loyalty.
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LIC LANKA’S JEEVAN ANAND POLICY –
A LIFE INSURANCE THAT CONTINUES AFTER MATURITY
11-August-2011
In order to address the need for long term life insurance cover and at the same time ensuring decent return on premiums paid , LIC Lanka has devised a novel life insurance policy “Jeevan Anand” that provides for a lump sum maturity benefit plus a further lump sum payment on death of the policyholder after maturity date.
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The 2011 Symposium on the Decorative Arts of Sri Lanka -
The Interconnected World of Eurasia
11-August-2011
The 2011 Symposium on the Decorative Arts of Sri Lanka, themed “The Interconnected World of Eurasia” is scheduled to be held on the 24th, 25th and 26th of August 2011 in Colombo.
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Niko makes flirting fashionable with new Embark collection
10-August-2011
He has asked for and received love, done Hollywood and been in naughty company, but former street dog Niko continues to inspire the popular fashion label ‘Embark’ for which he is the high profile mascot.
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Now, Euromoney ranks Commercial Bank Sri Lanka’s Best
09-August-2011
 The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has been adjudged ‘Best Bank in Sri Lanka’ by the world’s leading financial markets magazine Euromoney. Adding another award to the list of global awards won during the past few months by Commercial Bank, Euromoney has recognised the Bank for its strong strategy of attracting and serving customers, its innovative product development, asset growth and strategic relationships.
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Hayleys makes strong start to 2011-12 with 1Q PBT of
Rs 854 million
06-August-2011
 Significantly better operational results from most sectors of business have enabled Hayleys PLC to make a vigorous start to FY 2011-12 with striking top and bottom line growth in the first quarter. In results released to the Colombo Stock Exchange, the Blue chip conglomerate reported that profit before tax for the three months ending 30th June 2011 grew 60 per cent to Rs 854 million, while net profit was up 72 per cent to Rs 606 million, half of the preceding full year’s post-tax profit.
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Pond's reveals the revolution in face wash
06-August-2011
Pond's one of the Unilever's internationally recognized brands launched their face wash range at Excel World 05thAugust 2011.
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 Kaspersky Lab and Avian Technologies introduce Kaspersky Internet Security 2012 and Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2012 to
Sri Lanka
05-August-2011
Kaspersky Lab, a leading developer of secure content and threat management solutions, together with their local partners, Avian Technologies, announced the release of the 2012 versions of its home user products, namely Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2012 and Kaspersky Internet Security 2012, both of which are designed to provide internet users with maximum protection and convenience. Avian Technologies (Pvt) Ltd is the sole authorized distributor for Kaspersky AV products for Sri Lanka & Maldives.
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PCH Enables Sri Lanka with the Panora® Computers
04-August-2011
 Targeting the corporate sector, PC House PLC, the nation’s leading ICT solutions provider announced the revamped version of the Panora®, Sri Lanka’s first locally assembled branded computer. Panora computers will be fitted with the latest Intel processor range and licensed Microsoft Windows 7 operating systems.
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Nestlé Lanka Posts LKR 12.7 Billion Revenue during the First Half of the Year
04-August-2011
 Nestlé Lanka PLC, the leading Nutrition, Health and Wellness Company in Sri Lanka and a subsidiary of the world’s largest food and beverage company, recorded a revenue of LKR 12.74 billion for the six months ending June 30, 2011, marking a remarkable year-on-year growth of 22.5%.
Net profit surged by an impressive year-on-year 40.4% growth to LKR 1.26 billion, partially benefitted by the lower rate of tax.
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Kelsey launches three exclusive residencies with ‘Westbrook’ Colpetty
04-August-2011
 An exciting project to build three super-elegant homes in one of the most exclusive residential areas of Colombo is to be a prototype for a new line of housing developments by Kelsey Homes, one of the country’s leading housing solutions companies.
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Nestlé Introduces Sri Lanka’s First Growing-Up-Milk Formula with the Unique Combination of DHA and PREBIO¹™
04-August-2011
 Nestlé, the world’s leading Nutrition, Health and Wellness Company and widely acclaimed child nutrition leader across the globe, has launched a next generation growing-up-milk formula in Sri Lanka. The first and only product in the Country to offer the double benefit of both DHA and PREBIO¹™, NESLAC Excella 1+ promises to revolutionize the scope of child nutrition products here.
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Haycarb posts 1Q sales of Rs 1.7 billion & PBT of Rs 162 million
03-August-2011
Strong global demand for activated carbon has generated robust revenue growth for Haycarb PLC in the three months ending 30th June 2011, but escalating raw material prices impacted its margins.
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SLDA and Signal partner to improve Oral Health in
Sri Lanka
03-August-2011
Tooth decay, although preventable, is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world. A recent Oral Health Survey in Sri Lanka has shown that approx 65% of 5-6 year olds and approx 40% of 12 yr olds have been affected by Dental Caries. Approximately 75% of 12 year olds suffer from gum disease. Further, the DMFT (Decayed, Missing, Filled, Teeth Index) of 5-6 year old children was reported to be as high as 3.6.
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Dipped Products surges into 2011-12 with improved growth
02-August-2011
 Similar contributions from Hand Protection and Plantations in the first quarter of 2011-12 have generated noteworthy growth for Dipped Products PLC, (DPL) the Hayleys Group’s globally-significant rubber glove manufacturing business. Turnover increased by a solid 43 per cent to Rs 4.7 billion in the quarter reviewed, with the Hand Protection segment contributing Rs 3.4 billion following top line growth of 33 per cent, and Plantations, which achieved revenue growth of 62 per cent in the sector’s first quarter, chipping in with Rs 1.5 billion.
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SriLankan Airlines official carrier for international food exhibition
02-August-2011
The international exhibition of food processing, packaging and agribusiness will once again unite on August 26th, 27th and 28th to display Sri Lanka’s complete food supply chain at their 10th anniver sary show. The exhibition will showcase over 300 stalls including many overseas companies, predominantly from the SAARC region.
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CDB profits up by 132% in Q1 FY 2011/12
01-August-2011
 Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) recorded impressive financial results for the first quarter of the 2011/12 financial year posting a profit-after-tax figure of Rs. 80Mn. This reflects a growth of 132% in comparison with the corresponding previous quarter as per the interim results released to the Colombo Stock Exchange.
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Sampath Bank offers more Value Additions to Current Account Holders
31-August-2011
Sampath Bank PLC, a leader in innovative and technological advanced banking, reiterates several new features introduced to enhance customer experience.
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ODEL Mount Lavinia gets ‘Delight’ section
31-August-2011
ODEL’s ‘Delight’ department, synonymous with scrumptious mouth-watering treats, has opened at the Mount Lavinia store of Sri Lanka’s premier fashion and lifestyle brand, to appease the sweet cravings of shoppers there.
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True collaborative effort in ICT is vital for achieving the goals set out in the ‘Mahinda Chinthana – Vision for the Future’, says ICTA CEO Reshan Dewapura. The ICTA CEO said so while participating at the inauguration of the two-day 29th National ICT Conference, hosted by the Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL) in Colombo recently.
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CAT Motor Graders snapped up for Rs. 35 mn. at ‘Construct 2011’
30-August-2011
A new record for high value purchases was set at the annual ‘Construct’ exhibition when two new 120K Motor Graders on display at the United Tractor and Equipment (UTE) stall were snapped up for Rs. 35 million.
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OIL AND GAS RICH KAZAKHSTAN GOVERNMENT APPOINTS ESHANA DE SILVA AS THEIR HONORARY CONSUL
26-August-2011
Eshana De Silva, the Chairman of the Esna Group of Companies and Shermans Logistics has been officially appointed as the Honorary Consul to Kazakhstan.
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Land Rover brings Martin Corry to coach Navy rugby team
25-August-2011
Former England Rugby Captain Martin Corry MBE will be in Sri Lanka next week to conduct several coaching sessions for the Navy Sports Club rugby team which is riding a swell of success in the current rugby season.
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‘adidas’ felicitates Brand Ambassador Lasith Malinga on hat trick feat
24-August-2011
The world’s Number One sports brand, ‘adidas’, felicitated its Brand Ambassador Lasith Malinga on becoming the first ever bowler in the world to get three hat tricks in the history of One Day Internationals.
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“Dimbula Kahata” tea extends Turkey Brand
24-August-2011
According to a spokesperson of East West Marketing (Private) Limited, who markets a range of premium quality food products under the brand name Turkey, added a new refreshing extension to the Turkey brand, under the sub-brand Dimbula Kahata, recently.
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PCH opens revolutionary 9to9 showroom in Kandy
23-August-2011
PC House PLC, pioneer in ICT in Sri Lanka, launched the second 9to9 showroom in Kandy recently. This showroom brings a new era of convenience in IT retail to residents of the hill capital boasting over 3000 products bearing world renowned brands, all under one roof.
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CDB raises Rs. 718 Mn via a fully subscribed Rights Issue to support expansion
23-August-2011
Citizens Development Business Finance PLC’s (CDB) Rights Issue was fully subscribed recently raising Rs. 718,110,435/-. This fresh capital infusion will substantially strengthen CDB’s balance sheet while permitting the company to add 14 new fully fledged branches inline with compliance requirements of Central Bank of Sri Lanka. The capital raise via the Rights Issue will also support CDB’s rapidly expanding lease and loan book portfolios.
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Arpico donates water storage solution to Madhu Church
22-August-2011
Richard Pieris & Company PLC (Arpico) one for the premier conglomerates in the country donated a complete water storage solution to the Madhu Church in Mannar District under the company’s CSR initiative, with the objective to install water storage solutions for frequently visited pilgrimage and worship sites around the country.
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The 2nd edition of the Lankians ‘UK Sri Lanka Business Directory’ coming soon!
22-August-2011
Mr. Isuru Wijeratne, Head of Marketing Lankians worldwide met Mr. P. M Amza, acting High Commissioner at the Sri Lankan High Commission office in UK to brief him about the plan during a short visit to UK in July 2011.
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Emirates offers special student fares to UK
18-August-2011
Emirates has once again announced special fares to five points in the United Kingdom for the benefit of Sri Lankan students travelling to that country.
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Kadawatha Vision Centre handed over to Lions Golden Jubilee Trust
17-August-2011
The official handover of the Vision Centre in Kadawatha by the International Centre for Eye care Education (ICEE) to Lions Golden Jubilee Trust for Healthcare and Skills Development took place recently.
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Aspirations Education participates in the UCAS International Agents’ knowledge workshop
16-August-2011
Aspirations Education (AE), an international career guidance and student placement service center in Sri Lanka, recently participated in the UCAS (Universities & Colleges Admissions Service) International Agents Knowledge Workshop in UK. The above picture shows Mr. Hasitha Fernando (second from left), Senior Student Counselor at Aspirations with UCAS representatives and other participants of the Workshop in the UCAS Center, Cheltenham, UK. UCAS provides application services across a range of subject areas and modes of study for UK universities and colleges.
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Vijitha Yapa’s 2012 Pictorial Postcard Diary released
15-August-2011
Vijitha Yapa Publications has released the company’s new pictorial desk calendar for 2012 featuring colourful scenes from various well known places in Sri Lanka.
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Citrus Aqua offers exciting professional water based recreational activities in
Sri Lanka
15-August-2011
Being a brand with a vision to be positioned as the ultimate hospitality trademark in Sri Lanka, Citrus Leisure PLC has, within a very short period of time, become a powerhouse in the leisure industry with still more ambitious plans to build and manage a chain of distinctive resorts - a chain benchmarked against the most coveted in the world and built to exploit the beautiful and picturesquewaterfront landscapes of Sri Lanka.
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ODEL Enhances In-store Customer Experience
13-August-2011
Sri Lanka’s top fashion retail brand ODEL has joined hands with US based middleware technology company WSO2, to be the first in the country to introduce a roving mobile Point-of-Sale (POS) terminal that offers speedier processing of card-based payments, as part of its focus on providing clientele with the best shopping experience.
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Commercial Bank posts Rs 4 billion 1H net profit with strong all-round growth
12-August-2011
A continuing emphasis on leveraging its strong fundamentals for growth in a relatively conducive business environment has generated impressive first half financial results for the country’s benchmark private sector bank, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC.
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Elephant House Soft Drinks Factory Now Open for School Visits
11-August-2011
Elephant House, Sri Lanka’s iconic soft drinks manufacturer, made a historic move on the 29th of July 2011, when it opened its Soft Drinks factory to the public – demonstrating to school students the art of manufacturing soft drinks.
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Diva's 'Ravumata Idamak' extended to September with a 4th plot of land on offer
11-August-2011
Diva, the name in washing powder and the brand that has been brightening the clothes of millions of Sri Lankans, now further rewards its consumers through its ‘Ravumata Idamak’ promotion, which offers a plot of land 25 km from Colombo to the grand prize winner of its monthly draw.
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Dual victory for Hameedia at NASCO Awards
11-August-2011
Sri Lanka’s leading menswear specialist Hameedia produced two national winners in two categories at the recent NASCO Awards.
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Emirates extends free Dubai accommodation offer
09-August-2011
An offer of free accommodation in Dubai for First and Business Class passengers on Emirates has been extended to cover bookings made up to 26th September 2011, the award-winning Dubai-based international airline has announced.
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Global Recognition for Janashakthi at 2nd CMO Asia Awards
06-August-2011
Janashakthi Insurance PLC clinched top honours at the recent 2nd CMO Asia Awards for Excellence in Branding and Marketing with the “Award for Brand Excellence” in the Banking, Financial Services & Insurance category.
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Emirates' Success Story Moves to Denmark
04-August-2011
Emirates has entered a new chapter with the launch of flights to Denmark and the land of famous story teller Hans Christian Andersen.
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INTEL SUPPORTS MINI INFOTEL IN KEGALLE
03-August-2011
Working with the Srilankan government on the education initiatives, Intel played a significant role in the recent Mini Infotel held in Kegalle.
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Agri Genesis launches ‘GrainPro Portable Granary’
03-August-2011
Agri Genesis Lanka Pvt Ltd today announced the launch of the ‘GrainPro Portable Granary’, a reliable and quick-to-setup hermetic storage system which addresses the multiple issues of Sri Lanka’s agricultural storage problems and its attendant woes.
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In a move that is poised to make public service revolutionarily comfortable, the ICT Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) awarded a ‘Lanka Gate e-Services Project’ to Eurocenter DDC recently.
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UTE powers Darin Weerasinghe at 2011 Rotharham Katukurunda
01-August-2011
United Tractor and Equipment (UTE) has come forward to sponsor racing driver Darin Weerasinghe’s bid to become this year’s Rotherham driver of the year in the 3500cc motor cars category.
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Emirates' A380 Double - Decker to Serve Rome
01-August-2011
Emirates, one of the fastest growing airlines in the world has announced that the historic capital city of Rome will be the next destination slated for its flagship A380 aircraft. The daily A380 service will start 1st December 2011.
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