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Samsung partners with SLT-MOBITEL for an exclusive Data Bundle Offer this Avurudu Season
Samsung, Sri Lanka’s No. 1 smartphone brand, has recently partnered with SLT-Mobitel, The National ICT Solutions Provider, to provide customers an exclusive Data and Voice Bundle offer with a selected range of the Galaxy A series smartphones and Galaxy Tab series.
Starting from the 8th April 2022, Samsung and SLT-Mobitel customers can avail this unprecedented offer of free Anytime data up to 30 GB for three months and voice up to Rs. 750 talk time for three months by purchasing a new Samsung Galaxy A smartphone or a Galaxy Tab A along with a SLT-Mobitel Mobile new prepaid connection.
Samsung and SLT-Mobitel, offer a free data bundle of 7GB/5GB/2GB every month up to three months and a voice bundle of Rs. 100 talk time every month up to three months for selected Galaxy smartphones. Further, 10GB free data bundle every month up to three months and a voice bundle of Rs. 250 talk time up to three months for Galaxy Tabs, are the perfect complements for the selected range of Samsung Galaxy A, alongside the Tab series of Samsung Galaxy Tab A, built for the era of spontaneity, creativity, and live content. Customers can enjoy a wide variety of entertaining and educational content while enjoying high internet speeds through SLT-Mobitel and utilizing Samsung’s cutting-edge technology.
Commenting on the offer, Kevin SungSu YOU, Managing Director, Samsung Sri Lanka, said, “The younger generation needs a boost to be exposed to the latest technologies provided by Samsung, while building trusts with brands. This offer allows consumers to build their customer experience through free data, in addition to being exposed to the latest technology provided by Samsung. In an increasingly data-happy world, we are happy to contribute to the masses by providing free data, while bringing to our valued customers the latest and most advanced technology facilitated by Samsung.”
The offer allows 5GB monthly for three months alongside the purchase of A03 Core 2+32GB, A03 LTE 3+32GB, A03 LTE 4+64GB, A03 LTE 4+128GB, 7GB monthly for 3 months for the A12 4+64GB, Galaxy A12 4+128GB and A12 6+128GB. Further, the purchase of a Galaxy Tab A7, Tab A7 Lite 3+32GB and Tab A8 (2019) will allow free data of up to 2GB monthly for three months. The purchases of Galaxy Tab A8 2022(3+32GB), A8 2022(4+64GB) series and Tab S7 FE(4+64GB) will be eligible for 10GB monthly for 3 months on the offer. The talk time offer extends up to Rs. 250 and Rs 100 worth of talk time valid for 3 months depending on the model selected.
For activation, customers simply need to insert their newly activated SLT-Mobitel Prepaid SIM into the Samsung device and type ‘SLTM’ and send to 180. Customers will receive an SMS confirmation upon activation and can then proceed to enjoy this exciting offer of free data and voice from SLT-Mobitel on their Galaxy smartphone or tablet. This Bundle Offer is only valid for newly connected SLT-Mobitel Prepaid customers with a 4G SIM and will be provided in addition to the current data package subscribed by the customer.
The Samsung Galaxy smartphones and Galaxy Tabs can be purchased from both online and offline channels, through selected authorized partners at select locations. Consumers in Sri Lanka can purchase Samsung devices at island-wide authorized dealers of John Keells Office Automation and Softlogic Mobile Distribution which can be easily identified by the Samsung logo placed outside the shop. It is also available at authorized partners; Softlogic Max, Softlogic Retail, Singer, Singhagiri and Damro, Network Partner SLT-Mobitel, and via the online portals; Samsung EStore (samsungsrilanka.lk), MySoftlogic.lk, Keellssuper.com and Kapruka.com.
Samsung has been recognized in Sri Lanka as the ‘Most Loved Electronics Brand’ for three consecutive years by Brand Finance Lanka’s review of the country’s most valuable brands. As Sri Lanka’s No.1 smartphone brand, Samsung’s customer base in the country spans across all age groups, particularly the Gen Z and Millennial segments.
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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.”