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Herald a harvest of wealth and wellbeing this Thai Pongal with NDB Wealth
Expert financial planner NDB Wealth invites everyone to herald a bountiful harvest of wealth and well-being this Thai Pongal, celebrating the joy and abundance of the first harvest of the season.
“Thai Pongal is a key festival bearing much cultural and religious significance for Tamils all around the world. It heralds a season of prosperity for the New Year with the letting go of the old and inviting of the new, particularly new thoughts, ideas and measures to welcome abundance, allowing people to enter into prosperous times,” commented Laknada De Mel, Head of Private Wealth at NDB Wealth.
Traditionally commemorated with the boiling of the first rice grown in the New Year, Thai Pongal dates back over 2,000 years and is a festival celebrated with many customs. Families unite to partake in activities like cooking “Pongal” sweet rice and drawing intricate and colorful rice flour patterns at the entrances of their homes, as signs invoking prosperity and abundance of wealth and good fortune.
Laknada further added, “An auspicious period to shift your spending habits, Thai Pongal is considered as an especially fortunate time to embark on new ventures. It is the ideal time to fully prepare for not only the coming year, but also for years to come, by prioritizing on investment and savings. NDB Wealth’s team of experts will help you to set up a financial plan that will not only address to your current situation but will also help you to face future commitments.”
Money Fund by NDB Wealth is ideal for both individuals and institutions to meet short and long term fund requirements. With a current yield of 7.40% as at 06th January 2021 Money Fund is rewarding with a favourable yield. It will help you enhance your investments and savings significantly while offering more flexibility. With interest credited daily, the account offers a high level of capital safety enabling investors to enjoy and live stress-free. The fund is very beneficial for busy individuals who have limited time to keep track of their ongoing finances, relieving them of that extra burden. It is an investment that will help you meet the additional expenses that come up during festivals or any other situation.
It’s time you harvest golden returns. Visit www.ndbwealth.com or call on 0719 788 788 to speak to a relationship managers and set up your Money Fund. You can also visit their website www.ndbwealth.com to explore other investment opportunities, or even connect with NDB Wealth’s exemplary team of financial planners who can help you to achieve full financial freedom, with all the benefits it entails.
NDB Wealth is fully owned subsidiary of the NDB Bank, one of the fastest growing financial services conglomerates in Sri Lanka, with the strategic mission to be the leader in the financial services and banking sector. From its inception, the group which includes NDB Bank, NDB Investment Banking, NDB Wealth, NDB Securities, and NDB Capital has been a catalyst in the development of the nation, strengthening and empowering entrepreneurs, corporates and individuals from all strata of the economy. The customers across all NDB Group companies have benefited from the extensive product and service offerings of the NDB Bank and its affiliates.
*Current yield is variable and subject to change. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Investors are advised to read and understand the contents of the Exploratory Memorandum before investing. Among others, investors should consider the fees and charges involved.
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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