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Daraz and ProMate partner to bring smiles to children this holiday season
This holiday season, Daraz collaborated with ProMate to make a difference in the lives of children at the Bethlehem Crèche in Colombo. This collaboration showcases the significant impact that can be made within communities through meaningful partnerships between online marketplaces and retailers.
Highlighting the transformative power of collaboration in community development, Daraz and ProMate brought smiles to over 40 children from low-income families, ranging from ages 2 to 15, at an event held at the crèche premises. Daraz and ProMate representatives engaged with the children in spirited games, shared the festive spirit through Christmas Carols, and gifted each child with a specially curated pack of educational toys, school bags and other essential school supplies for 2024.
Utilising the latest in lifestyle based online shoppertainment, Daraz also hosted a Live Mega Show on the Daraz platform during their 12.12 Grand Christmas Sale and matched every purchase on the show with a donation to children in need. Speaking about this initiative, Firaz Markar, Chief Marketing Officer at Daraz opined, “Daraz is in a fortunate position as the leading e-commerce player in the country to serve as a catalyst for multifaceted community upliftment. Given our vast seller and consumer network, Daraz can foster collaborative partnerships with diverse businesses and leverage cutting-edge technologies, such as live streaming, to raise awareness among different consumer groups. By actively engaging communities, online platforms encourage and facilitate contributions to meaningful causes and enable impactful community engagement.”
This collaboration between Daraz and Promate stands as a testament to community-driven endeavours, and the future for online marketplaces and retailers in Sri Lanka should involve forging deeper connections with stakeholders for more impactful interventions. Strengthening strategic alliances among businesses, non-profits, and government entities will be pivotal to developing and implementing collaborative solutions that address education disparities, economic inequalities, and social welfare gaps in Sri Lanka.
As the leading online marketplace in Sri Lanka, Daraz remains committed to pioneering initiatives that blend business with social progress and will continue to focus on developing partnerships that transcend commerce, uniting diverse entities to address critical needs across the nation.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
Business
Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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