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‘DFCC Savings Goal’ – new product to meet short term financial aims
DFCC Bank, announces the launch of DFCC Savings Goal, a new product designed to help customers save efficiently to meet their short-term financial goals. These savings goals can be opened through the online banking platform. DFCC Savings Goal offers an attractive interest rate of 7% p.a, one of the best rates available in the market, and zero penalty fees, helping you achieve your financial goals faster, using a structured approach that you decide. With DFCC Savings Goal, customers can now personalise their savings journey, enjoy flexibility with their funds, and benefit from attractive interest rates to achieve their dreams and aspirations quickly and reliably.
DFCC Savings Goal empowers customers to set comprehensive, personalised goals aligned with their unique financial aspirations. Customers can specify their desired goal amount, ranging from Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 10,000,000/- and select a start date within one month from the day of opening the goal account. They then have the freedom to choose the frequency of savings contributions, whether daily, weekly, or monthly, and set an end date for their savings goal, ranging from 30 days to 2 years from the starting date. For added flexibility, extending the end date to accommodate your evolving needs is possible.
“At DFCC Bank, we understand that achieving dreams is more than just saving money. It’s about creating meaning and structure too, which can help to make these dreams a reality, along with a high-interest rate for added growth,” said Aasiri Iddamalgoda, Senior Vice President of Retail Banking and SME at DFCC Bank, “That’s why, we have designed DFCC Savings Goal as a unique and novel product that empowers our valued customers and provides them with the flexibility, control and support they need to reach their goals. This is underscored by the fact that there are no penalties involved with this product if you decide to change your goals along the way. We invite all Sri Lankans to start a DFCC Savings Goal, which can be conveniently done with our Online Banking platform for existing customers, and embark on a transformative savings journey.”
Offering unparalleled flexibility, DFCC Savings Goal customers can add additional funds to their goals at any time. Withdrawals are also allowed at any time with no additional charges or fees. Plus, to help customers stay on track to meet their goals, future deposits to your DFCC Savings Goal will be automatically adjusted to compensate if funds are withdrawn, providing a seamless savings experience. If you miss one of your planned commitments, there will be no penalties, while DFCC Bank’s systems will automatically try again, if you have funds available, to help you stay on course. DFCC Savings Goals can also be conveniently closed at any time without penalties whilst still receiving the total interest value accrued up to that period, just like a regular savings account.– DFCC Bank
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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