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Link Natural Products to deliver a healthy boost for ‘Race The Pearl’
Link Natural Products is joining hands with ‘Race The Pearl’ as Event Partner to provide their internationally-acclaimed products Link Samahan and Link Swastha Amurtha for immunization and detoxing of all participants of this one-of-a-kind authentic Sri Lankan cycling event that promotes the island internationally. A leading exporter of many of its products including Link Samahan to countries on all five continents of the globe, Link Natural is guided by the noble philosophy of combining the wisdom of Ayurveda with the latest scientific methods and today’s technology to provide consumers with safe, efficacious and high-quality herbal healthcare products that enable people to live healthier, longer and more active lives.
Link Samahan and Link Swastha Amurtha are two unique products developed at the state-of-the-art Link Natural R&D Centre and available in convenient formats that suit the busy lifestyles of today’s consumers. Link Samahan is a product that contains only natural time-tested ingredients and has been proven in a clinical trial to significantly reduce the incidence, incidence over time and severity of symptoms associated with the common cold and catarrh when consumed daily.
Over the past 3 decades, Link Samahan has won the confidence of consumers across the world. Link Swastha Amurtha, another unique product, is the newest introduction by Link Natural and contains extracts of Nelli and Rasakinda which are known to have an abundance of antioxidants that help to prevent oxidative stress and inflammation whereby it protects immunity and supports a healthier longer life when consumed regularly. Link Swastha Amurtha provides tangible benefits by relieving common ailments and discomforts including dry and rough skin, acne, cracking of heels, burning sensation of the eyes, body and feet, excessive sweating and body odour and burning sensation in the stomach.
Set to flag off on 5th November 2022, Race The Pearl is a 24-hour race that covers the entire length of 600 kilometres of Sri Lanka from Point Pedro to Dondra Head. Ten cyclists – 1 from the United States of America, 3 from Great Britain, 1 from France and 5 Sri Lankans – lead the challenge of covering the distance, with over 40 more cyclists expected to join in teams, relay-style. The race will flag off from Point Pedro, the northernmost point of Sri Lanka, and the route will consist of five stages before it reaches the finishing point in Dondra Head, the southernmost tip of Sri Lanka. Significantly, Race The Pearl has been included as a qualifier for the upcoming RAAM (Race Across America), a globally renowned ultra-distance road cycling race that covers over 4,800 kilometres of the USA from the west to east coast.
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AHK Sri Lanka champions first-ever Sri Lankan delegation at Drupa 2024
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.
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HNB General Insurance recognized as Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024
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.”