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Trainocate Lanka Partners with Alethea International School to facilitate its Digital Transformation with RESET Microsoft 365 LMS
Trainocate Lanka, a leading learning and development provider has recently partnered Alethea International School, one of the oldest privately owned schools in the country, to facilitate the all-new RESET programme. This is the first time the RESET programme will be implemented in a school in Sri Lanka. Alethea was established in 1928 and has over 90 years of history in the education field. Implementing the RESET programme into the school’s eco-system provides an opportunity to improve and IT literacy of students and introduce the global applications of RESET.
Anitra Perera, Managing Director/Coordinating Principal of Alethea School and Alethea International School commented on the programme, “The introduction of RESET to our syllabus, goes hand in hand with the digital transformation of our school. The programme is the first step in ensuring that our students are well prepared for the digital world that awaits them. This is a first step in enhancing the quality of the education we provide for our students”.
Remote End User Self Enablement Training or RESET, provides a library of instructional videos by tech experts that are geared toward self-learning. Products such as Microsoft Office plays a crucial role in the daily lives of students and industry professionals alike, and RESET provides a fundamental understanding of how they work. Teachers will be able to use RESET to customise modules that go hand in hand with the current syllabi. Using RESET, teachers can manage students, classes, and sections remotely as well. Additionally, RESET also features surveys, quizzes, exams and more, which can help analyse student performances.
The launch ceremony which was held on the 8th of April 2022 at Alethea International School was graced by Mr. Anh Pham, Chief Partner Officer – Microsoft SEANM who addressed attendees on the subject of “Future Ready Skills for Higher Education”. During his address, Mr. Anh Pham remarked on the RESET Partnership with the following, “I would like to take this opportunity to commend Trainocate, being one of our key partners in the SEANM region on introducing the RESET LMS to Sri Lankan students via Alethea and by doing so, keeping the next generation of talented Sri Lankan Professionals up to speed”.
The RESET programme bridges a large gap in IT education as it provides grassroot level training in Microsoft 365, which is a software used vastly by corporates all over the world. The programme helps increase a student’s productivity and confidence, which in turn empowers the workforce with skilled, self-sufficient users.
Zafarullah Hashim, Chief Executive Officer of Trainocate shared his thoughts on the partnership, “We have had a great partnership with Alethea for a long time, and the implementation of the RESET programme is a testament to it. We believe that this programme will lay a great foundation for students and teachers alike in their journey towards a very digital future. We are grateful to be able to contribute our services for the betterment of the school and its students.”
RESET gives students an opportunity to be industry ready from a very young age. The programme is fully accessible remotely. RESET will be implemented grade-by-grade between grade 6 and grade 11. Beyond that, Trainocate, who is Microsoft’s Leading Learning partner in the world will offer Microsoft 365 Fundamentals training as part of its Microsoft Role based pathways. The programme will benefit both students and teachers and will help raise the level and quality of education on offer at Alethea to great new heights.
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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