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The CSE Masterminds Quiz 2022 ends on a high note
The fourth edition of Sri Lanka’s only capital market quiz – CSE Masterminds 2022 organized by the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), was held recently at the Waters Edge Hotel with the participation of 67 corporate teams, with Ansell Lanka (PVT) Ltd emerging as the winner of the overall competition with a cash prize of Rs 500,000.
CT CSLA was placed runner-up while Acuity Knowledge Partners secured second runner-up at the competition. The second and third placed teams have also been awarded cheques worth Rs. 300,000 and Rs. 200,000 respectively. The top three winners were also awarded gift vouchers from Waters Edge.
The participating teams were segregated into seven categories based on their core area of business and were awarded for excelling in each category. DFCC Bank Team 1 (Banking) and People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (Finance), Amana Takaful Insurance (Insurance), CT CSLA (Stockbroking and Fund Management), ZeroBeta (Technology), Ansell Lanka (PVT) Ltd (Manufacturing), and Acuity Knowledge Partners (Service) won special awards for topping their respective categories.
Participants of the Quiz Competition were put through a test on their knowledge in global markets, international business, Sri Lankan economy and business, Sri Lankan stock market, sports & entertainment and other areas with relation to the management of financial securities.
Further, two lucky winners won air tickets to any destination from Sri Lankan Airlines after the raffle draw and three lucky audience members won dinner vouchers from Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo after successfully answering the questions posed at the audience.CSE Masterminds 2022 was supported by First Capital Holdings PLC and Bartleet Religare Securities (Pvt) Ltd as Platinum Sponsors. The Gold sponsors of the event were Capital Trust Securities (Pvt) Ltd, Almas Equities (Pvt) Ltd and People’s Leasing & Finance PLC.
Banking and Financial Services Partners were the SDB Bank, Dialog Finance PLC and NDB Capital Holdings Limited while the CIMA Sri Lanka was the Educational Partner. Sri Lankan Airlines was the Airline Partner and Waters Edge, Entertainment Unlimited and Heineken Lanka Limited were the Hospitality and Event Partners of the Quiz Competition.
Exclusive electronic media partners were Hiru TV, Gold FM and Sun FM and Print media partners were Daily Mirror, The Sunday Times and Daily FTFurther, Hemas Holdings, DFCC Bank, HSBC, Sampath Bank, Acuity Partners (Pvt) Ltd, Asia Capital Stockbrokers, Softlogic Stockbrokers (Pvt) Ltd, Ceybank Asset Management Ltd, Nestor Stockbrokers (Pvt) Ltd, Nations Lanka Equities (Pvt) Ltd, Ambeon Securities (Pvt) Ltd, Capital Alliance Securities (Pvt) Ltd, Asha Securities Limited and LOLC Securities Ltd supported the event as Co-Sponsors.
Commenting on the initiative CSE CEO Mr. Rajeeva Bandaranaike said that the competition has steadily evolved since inception into one of the foremost quiz competitions in the corporate sector and a flagship event in the CSE calendar. “The interest in the corporate sector to participate and view the quiz as a fun and engaging learning experience has been vital to the success of the event. We congratulate the winning teams and express our appreciation to all the organizations and brands that have supported the event this year in the capacity of a sponsor or partner” he added.
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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