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OPPO brings back Christmas cheer amidst ‘new normal’
Sri Lanka’s most popular mobile phones & accessories brand OPPO recently concluded O FANS NIGHT – as part of their seasonal promotion O FANS FEST – an evening of fun & entertainment featuring Youtuber Anushka Udana of Wasthi fame and Signing Sensation & Umaria Sinhawamsa. The event was a resounding success with an overwhelming participation of ‘O Fans’ from all over the country.
The session had an interactive format enabling artistes to sing, chat to their fans and vice versa. Two lucky fans, Imesha & Tharusha, got to duet with their favorite stars Umaria & Anushka respectively. Imesha & Umaria sang ‘Pethu Pem Pathum’ – which happens to be Umaria’s debut – while Anushka & Tharusha collaborated on hit single ‘Merunu Hithe’.
Other songs sung at the event include Ayachana, Regume, Manda Pama & Jiyare by Umaria and Nurawani, Merunu Hithe, Koriyawa & Nai Naine by Anushka. They sang Umaria’s Hanthana Sihine as a duet which was originally sung by her and last Maestro WD Amaradeva. While Anushka considered it an honour to sing in place of the legend, Umaria recalled working with him with much respect& reverence.
Two fun games – ‘Throw the Ball’ & ‘Guess the Song’ – were organized for participants; both games were won by TEAM F17 PRO. Two winners selected to perform with the guest artistes out of hundreds of video submissions, Imesha & Tharusha, received exciting goodie bags courtesy of OPPO.
Umaria & Anushka thanked OPPO for organizing a programme of this scale & nature to lift the spirits of friends and fans at a time when the country is gradually returning to normalcy. While being mindful of health & safety, the artistes emphasized on the importance of entertainment to recover from stress & frustration caused by having to stay under lockdown for extended periods of time.
During the event, fans got the opportunity to capture their favorite artists using an F17 Pro which has been especially optimized for high quality images with the social media-savvy youth in mind.
Commenting on the event CEO of OPPO Sri Lanka Bob Li said: “We are thrilled to have organized this event to mark the beginning of return to normalcy following a turbulent year. We are hopeful that we will be able to serve our discerning Sri Lankan market even better in 2021. Much is being done to elevate the customer experience moving forward both in terms of services & product offering.”
He expressed his gratitude to loyal clientele & artistes for participating in this event which was carried out strictly adhering to health & safety guidelines pertaining to public gatherings. O Fans Night was part of O Fans Festival which is a seasonal promotion spanning the month of December during which many exciting offers & discounts are offered to customers including OPPO Enco Free W11 headphones for every purchase of the recently unveiled OPPO F17.
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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