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THYAGA Smart Gifting Platform shines at National ICT Awards 2021
Sri Lanka’s largest multistore gift voucher site, Thyaga.lk, received two coveted awards at the recently concluded NQBSA 2021 – The National ICT Awards, which was held at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike International Memorial Hall, on the 21st of January 2022. Thyaga received the prestigious Gold Award for Consumer Marketplaces and a Merit Award for Best Start Up of the Year at the awards ceremony, which is among the most prestigious in the Island.
A revolutionary concept in Sri Lanka, Thyaga.lk is a multistore gift voucher platform that allows users to purchase gift vouchers from a range of merchants with just a few clicks. Thus, Thyaga makes it seamless and easy to gift a voucher, saving the giver from the hassle of searching for and obtaining the perfect voucher, and providing the receiver with the freedom to redeem their voucher at any store of their choice on Thyaga.lk.
Expressing his pleasure, CEO at Thyaga, Sachin Wickramasinghe said, “This award is a great recognition of the efforts of our team, who are ambitiously working to make Thyaga the most versatile gifting platform for individuals and businesses of the country. Winning a Gold Award on our first attempt is proof that we are on the right track for exponential growth in the near future. We take this opportunity to thank the organizers for recognizing us and our loyal customers for their continued faith and trust.”
Through its website, Thyaga facilitates B2C sales in a seamless and convenient manner. The platform also engages in B2B sales, which are particularly useful for special occasions such as employee birthdays, rewards, promotions and other corporate or business requirements. Simply visit www.thyaga.lk to purchase your gift vouchers or learn more about this new revolutionary gifting platform. Once purchased, users may choose to send their vouchers to their loved ones instantly or at a predetermined time via SMS or email.
NBQSA 2021 – The National ICT Awards provides recognition to outstanding achievements of individuals and organizations in Sri Lanka who have developed high-quality ICT products. It also helps to provide a window to gain international recognition for local ICT products, improve the quality of local products & services to meet global standards, identify new young talent and provide opportunities for ICT skills development.
Launched in December 2020, Thyaga has since developed an extensive and growing network of over 85+ merchant partners across sectors including leading fashion stores, restaurants, cafes, hotels, pharmacies and 10 other sectors. Team Thyaga, led by CEO, Sachin Wickramasinghe and Co-Founders Shamindri Attanayake and Devni Panduwawala have declared their commitment to making Thyaga.lk the one-stop shop for gifting in Sri Lanka. Thus, the Team invites merchants from across the island, from any sector, to partner with Thyaga to truly revolutionize the gifting industry in Sri Lanka.
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.
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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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