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ComBank’s pioneering ePassbook goes multilingual
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has announced that ‘ComBank ePassbook’ – Sri Lanka’s first digital passbook – is now operable in Sinhala and Tamil in addition to English, to further encourage digital banking habits and improve the customer experience.An upgrade to the app enables Commercial Bank customers to select the language of their preference to view their banking transactions and access all services offered by the ComBank ePassbook.
The move to make the ComBank ePassbook trilingual was embarked upon to enable all customer segments of the bank to go digital and to improve digital financial inclusivity, the Bank said.
In 2020, the ComBank ePassbook was upgraded to include self-registration capabilities, real-time transaction notifications, and a biometric login feature that enables account holders use the app via face ID and fingerprint without having to type in the password at every login. Notably, ComBank ePassbook App download increased by 150,000 within six months of the launch of the self-registration feature. ComBank ePassbook has users in more than 200 countries, averaging more than 10,000 active users per 30 minutes and has over 1 million customer registrations, the Bank said.
Another upgrade enabled users to subscribe and unsubscribe Current Accounts, Savings Accounts, and Credit Cards in their ComBank ePassbook application. It also facilitated users to view their Current and Savings account details with unlimited transaction history, including information on unrealised cheques, account holds and the total overdraft limit for current accounts; launch searches in their Accounts and Credit card transactions by description, amounts and date ranges; and view credit card subscriptions, current billing cycles, and credit card eStatements for the past two years.
Additionally, information on current interest rates, exchange rates, Bank branches, and privacy policy is accessible via the application. Users can also conveniently locate ATMs closest to them by referring the ComBank ePassbook.
This mobile application provides access to details of Savings, Current, NRFC, RFC accounts and Credit Cards on Android and iOS powered mobile devices and acts as a single repository for multiple accounts enrolled by an account holder, with the capability to view each account separately. ComBank ePassbook iOS mobile application is operable as a desktop application on the latest MacBooks too. The ComBank ePassbook was introduced in 2016 as a pioneering product of Commercial Bank, revolutionising the concept of the “Passbook” to customers. It was the first digital passbook in Sri Lanka’s and South Asia’s banking industry.
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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