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Seylan Tikiri celebrates World Children’s Month by placing importance on home gardening
=Sri Lanka’s most loved Children’s Savings account to offer Rs. 500,000/- in prizes
Against the backdrop of World Children’s Day being celebrated on Oct 1, Seylan Tikiri, minor savings brand from Seylan Bank has planned for an entire month’s worth of innovative and fun-filled offerings for the nation’s children. Now in its 10th consecutive year, Seylan Tikiri’s World Children’s Month campaign aims to offer special gifts for deposits made to existing and new Tikiri accounts during the promotional period running from Oct 1 to 31.
Given the ongoing effects of inflation, Seylan Bank has identified that many homes have taken to home gardening in an effort to cut down on the rising cost of living. Considering these factors, the incentives offered by Seylan Tikiri during this month seek to encourage the imagination and creativity of kids in a different way by unlocking the potential of their inner green thumbs.
To encourage this good habit, for every new deposit of Rs. 25,000/- to a new or existing Tikiri account, the account holder will be entitled to a home gardening pack with two essential tools, gloves, grow bags and seeds along with free entrance to the Tikiri Home Gardening Competition. This initiative will pave the way for kids up to the age of 12 years to win up to Rs. 500,000/- in prizes.
If a deposit of Rs. 100,000/- is made to a new account, the account holder will be entitled to the above mentioned gardening pack, along with slab based gift vouchers and an additional gift. Meanwhile, for every new deposit of LKR 5,000/- to existing or new accounts, the account holder will gain entrance to the Tikiri Home Gardening Competition only. Additionally, Seylan Tikiri has partnered with reputed merchants such as Atlas, CIB, Bata and Lumala to provide discount coupons to account holders.
Voicing his thoughts on these efforts conducted by Seylan Tikiri, Gamika De Silva, Assistant General Manager Sales and Marketing at Seylan Bank PLC said, “While others may dedicate only a day to commemorate World Children’s Day, we at Seylan Bank have been dedicating an entire month to the next generation of the nation for ten years and counting. This year, we seek to encourage children to engage in home gardening which will teach them the importance of making the best of any situation, while also serving as a bonding experience with their parents. We like to think that through our annual efforts, Seylan Bank stands as a gentle reminder to everyone to ensure that they are creating a better world for the next generation.”
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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