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SLT-MOBITEL creates telecom history pioneering Caller Tune Service for SLTMobitel home customers
SLT-MOBITEL, the National ICT, Telecommunications and Mobile Services Provider, as the forerunner in launching new, innovative services has once again created a milestone in the nation’s telecom industry by deploying the Caller Tune Service for SLTMobitel Home (fixed line) for the first time.
SLT-MOBITEL has introduced this value-added service known as ‘Caller Tunes’ (CRBT) for its SLTMobitel Home (fixed line) subscribers by collaborating with Evoke International Limited, a recognised third-party platform/content provider that manages digital media platforms, mobile applications and other value-added services for mobile network providers.
The new Caller Tune service enables Fibre, 4G LTE and Megaline subscribers to be able to define what callers will hear when they call the customer, thus enriching the experience of the caller. To activate the service, SLTMobitel Home (fixed line) customers have to simply dial 1259 and follow the instructions in selecting a package based on their preference.
Prabhath Dahanayake, Chief Marketing Officer, SLT stated, “Launching the Caller Tune service for our SLTMobitel Home (fixed line) is a landmark achievement. This value-added service offers a unique experience and innovative offering that adds an entertainment value and is refreshingly different.”
With the new Caller Tune Service, SLTMobitel Home (fixed line) customers can select their preferred song from the available music library which includes a vast assortment of songs available in English, Sinhala, Tamil and Hindi, and entertain their callers with a song instead of the perennial, traditional ringtone.
Lahiru Wikramasinghe, Chief Executive Officer, Evoke International stated, “We are proud to have been selected as the platform partner for SLT-MOBITEL’s Caller Tune service. As a leading, value-added solutions provider, Evoke will continue to work closely with SLT-MOBITEL by offering more innovative features for SLT-MOBITEL’s individual customers and service extensions such as ‘Corporate Caller Tunes for Enterprise customers’.”
Helping customers use the phone as a tool to express their personality, SLT-MOBITEL will only levy a one-time subscription fee for service activation. Packages are offered on basic and premium basis. While the basic package allows single song activation, the premium package allows for multiple song selection, similar to a Juke Box facility, with up to four songs that will play for incoming calls on shuffle mode.
Additionally, the content provider charges a song download fee as monthly rental. The downloaded songs have a 30- day validity period from the activation date and is automatically renewed monthly.
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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.”