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Dialog Enterprise partners Gateway College as its Digital Education Partner
With the vision of becoming the preferred Digital Education partner for the academic institutions in Sri Lanka, Dialog Enterprise the corporate solutions arm of Dialog Axiata PLC, recently partnered with Gateway College to further facilitate the school’s digital transformation journey.
On the threshold of building a digital education business vertical, Dialog Enterprise is changing the narrative of brick-and-mortar academic institutes by empowering them with fully-fledged e-learning products and services along with technical expertise and on-hand assistance to create a seamless digital transformation. Dialog Enterprise is planning to extend its expansive service portfolio to seven schools by upgrading each institute within the Gateway Group to a ‘Dialog DigiEdu Model School’.
Speaking on this occasion Dr. Harsha Alles, Chairman, Gateway Group stated “As a school, our responsibility is and always will be to build curiosity, facilitate learning and thus support students from the time they walk through our gates until the time they take their place in society as responsible and multi-skilled citizens. The recent upgrading of all student licenses to Microsoft M365 A3 through H One (Private) Limited – a subsidiary of Dialog, strengthened our position further as the only Microsoft Showcase School in Sri Lanka and one among 325 in the world. It is in this background that we wish to collaborate with Dialog further, as a ‘DigiEdu Model School’ by incorporating the array of technologies and tools offered by them. We are aware that our choices, decisions and actions of today will be instrumental in shaping the ‘tomorrow’ of every pupil of ours.”
Speaking on this occasion Group Chief Executive Officer of Dialog Axiata PLC, Supun Weerasinghe stated “We are pleased to invest our expertise and solutions in esteemed academic bodies in Sri Lanka such as Gateway College. This partnership will be a cornerstone in providing the school with the necessary solutions to support the academic staff and students in efficiently navigating the evolving online learning environment and will not only help them continue their lessons without facing interruptions but will also better prepare and equip them to face the Digital Future. Today”.
Through this partnership, a series of initiatives will be conducted, including an inter-Gateway App challenge, where winners will be eligible to participate at the National App Challenge organized by Dialog. Additionally, the possibility to fund and provide support to TechEntrepreneurs who come up with monetizable products will be explored, the alignment of the school’s existing innovation and robotics programme with Digital Education Model School initiatives will be facilitated and Gateway students will be provided with access to Dialog’s Innovation foundry to pitch their ideas, where completed initiatives will be publicised via Dialog’s social media channels. Furthermore, the possibility of using the Hologo platform for teaching and learning will be explored and Dialog’s “Thuru” application and leader board will be introduced to the student body to motivate its students via gamification of the same, in-line with Gateway’s celebrations of its 25th anniversary in 2021. Dialog will also offer internships to students who are over the age of eighteen, based on merit and organisational policy.
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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