Djibouti Schools to Get 100,000 MyOffice Licenses
The agreement calls for 100,000 Russian software licenses to be supplied to state and municipal schools, kindergartens, colleges, and vocational training institutions in Djibouti. The agreement is between Djibouti’s Minister of National Education and Vocational Training, His Excellency Mr Moustapha Mohamed Mahamoud, and the Russian software vendor INDEPENDENCE.DIGITAL, MyOffice distribution partner in Africa. The Republic of Djibouti will also get early access to new solutions and assistance with local specialist training in the use and administration of MyOffice products. “MyOffice educational products fully satisfy our software requirements for the education system of Djibouti. “The agreement to supply MyOffice software licenses to educational institutions in Djibouti represents an important milestone in bolstering trade and economic cooperation between our countries.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 12:56 UTC
Best Tools To Increase Sales For Your Ecommerce Store
Fortunately, there are tons of ways you can boost sales in your ecommerce store. Here are some of the best tools and strategies to increase sales for your ecommerce store. Steps To Increase Your Ecommerce Store Awareness and SalesHave a social media presenceIt is not possible to build brand awareness without a social media presence. Investing in advanced google ads is also an important part of increasing your ecommerce store sales and awareness. Don’t Forget To Use Offline Marketing for Ecommerce StoreEven when running a successful online marketing campaign for your ecommerce store, you need to leverage your offline store for increased sales.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 12:56 UTC
Future Of Sri Lankan Businesses Amidst COVID-19
As is the case in many smaller developing nations combating the pandemic around the world, COVID-19 has taken a profoundly heavy toll on Sri Lanka’s economy and its people’s livelihoods. Sustainable DevelopmentDespite the urgent global requirement for businesses to align themselves with the socially responsible corporate planning and renewable energy movements, Sri Lankan businesses have been slow to adapt. ‘Digitalisation’Amidst lockdowns, local businesses in Sri Lanka were forced to turn to ‘digitisation’ to continue their operations, creating a basic digital foundation for local businesses to expand on in the future. Nonetheless, striking an equilibrium between supporting the economy in the thick of COVID-19 whilst ensuring fiscal sustainability remains a key issue. Therefore, how local business leaders and entrepreneurs contribute in navigating this new era will be defining factors in Sri Lanka’s future economic upturn and sustainable growth.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 12:11 UTC
How the UK will celebrate the Platinum Jubilee Pageant
The English capital is set to play host to marching bands, a giant dragon puppet and circus acts as part of spectacular pageant to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee next year, it was revealed today. Throughout the year, the Queen and members of the royal family will travel around the country attending a range of events to mark the milestone, culminating with the Platinum Jubilee Weekend. Plans for the Platinum Jubilee celebrations have been released for the first time today as the Queen celebrates her 69th year on the British throne. Nicholas Coleridge, co-chairman of the pageant, said: 'The Platinum Jubilee weekend is an opportunity for the country to emerge re-energised and renewed, expressing optimism and confidence. A live concert will be staged at Buckingham Palace - Platinum Party at the Palace - during the Saturday of the long weekend.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 12:00 UTC
SLASSCOM Appoints Sandra De Zoysa as Chairperson for 2021/2022
The national chamber for the IT/BPM industry, Sri Lanka Association of Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) appointed Sandra De Zoysa as Chairperson for 2021/22, at the 9th Annual General Meeting held on 29th June. Sandra’s appointment as the first female Chairperson to lead SLASSCOM is indeed a historic moment for the industry. She has held many leadership positions within SLASSCOM including Vice-Chairperson, Finance Director, Operations Director, and gave leadership to Quality, Branding and Communications, Tech Kids, and Women Technoprenuer initiatives. Commenting on her appointment Sandra said “I’m humbled and honoured to have been the first female appointed to the Board and now to be elected as Chairperson. Elaborating on priorities during her tenure Sandra stressed that “listening closely to our members, helping them realise their goals is a key attribute of SLASSCOM.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 12:00 UTC
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup shifted to UAE, Oman
The venue for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 has been shifted to the United Arab Emirates and Oman, with the tournament set to run from 17 October to 14 November. The first round of the tournament, comprising the eight qualifying teams, will now be split between Oman and UAE. The upcoming edition will be the first Men’s T20 World Cup played since 2016, when West Indies beat England in the final in India. “Our priority is to deliver the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 safely, in full and in its current window,” said acting ICC CEO Geoff Allardice. “We will work closely with the BCCI, the Emirates Cricket Board and Oman Cricket to ensure fans can enjoy a wonderful celebration of cricket.”“The BCCI is looking forward to hosting the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 tournament in UAE and Oman,” added BCCI President Sourav Ganguly.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 11:03 UTC
Switzerland donates USD 4 million worth COVID aid to Sri Lanka
Ambassador of Switzerland to Sri Lanka Dominik Furgler, who called on Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Monday (June 28) at Temple Trees, has hand over medical supplies donated by the Swiss government to Sri Lanka. The humanitarian assistance contained medical supplies amounting to more than USD 4 million, including oxygen concentrators, ventilators and Antigen test kits, among other supplies, that would assist the Sri Lankan Government’s efforts in containing the COVID-19 pandemic. The two delegations discussed the need to reactivate the Sri Lanka – Swiss Parliamentary Friendship Association (SLSPFA) and conduct programs between parliamentary members of both countries as has been successfully done in the past. Prime Minister Rajapaksa handed over that responsibility to the current SLSPFA Convener MP Premanath C. Dolawatta. Ambassador Furgler also expressed to Prime Minister Rajapaksa his government’s interest in assisting Sri Lanka to enhance activities and services of the hospitality sector as the world hopes to revitalize tourism in the near future.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 10:30 UTC
SampathCards Announces More Timely Offers and Additional Relief Measures to Support Cardholders
25,000 made using Sampath Mastercard and Visa Credit Cards as well as Sampath Bank American Express® Credit Cards from now until 31st December 2021. 15,000 made at any Educational Institution by Sampath Mastercard and Visa Credit Cardholders as well as Sampath Bank American Express Credit Cardmembers can convert those transactions into six months 0% Interest Extended Settlement Plans. SampathCards is offering Sampath Mastercard and Visa Credit Cardholders cashbacks of 5%, up to Rs. Cardholders can save more when purchasing medicines online on www.mymed.lk and www.quickmed.lk using their Sampath Mastercard / Visa Credit Cards and Sampath Debit Cards. 2,000 on PickMe Food and PickMe Market for all Sampath Credit and Debit Cardholders.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 09:56 UTC
India gifts Rs.120 Mn in machinery parts to Sri Lanka Coast Guard
The statement noted that the event was indicative of the growing cooperation, camaraderie and friendship between the two nations and their forces including the Coast Guards. The spares would ensure prolonged utility of the SLCGS Suraksha, which is the only Offshore Patrol Vessel of Sri Lanka Coast Guard and the mainstay of patrolling and surveillance undertaken by SLCG at sea. The spares included main machinery spares, shaft, gearbox parts and more. The spares will facilitate expeditious repairs, improved sea going capability and increased overall life cycle of the ship. It was also recalled that during the recently conducted High Level Meeting (HLM) on 22 June 2021 between Indian Coast Guard and Sri Lanka Coast Guard the assurance of India’s fullest cooperation in the field of maritime security and capacity building was reiterated.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 09:45 UTC
The Country’s Fastest Growing Smartphone Brand realme & the e-Commerce Stronghold Daraz Form a Partnership
realme smartphone clinches slot in Daraz.lk top threeThe Youth’s Favourite Brand realme signs MoU with DarazColombo – June 29, 2021 – realme, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, officially signed a MoU with Daraz on June 24 for developing its online channel and sales in Sri Lanka and other countries. “realme is a fresh, youth focused smartphone brand that has entered 61 global markets within three years of its initial arrival. Despite this realme has become the fastest-growing smartphone brand in the world at present. With the commitment to its e-Commerce DNA, realme has established a stronghold over the global market through partnering with leading e-Commerce companies in different markets. In this partnership, its not just about generating sales, but building a brand online and leveraging Daraz for market entry.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 09:33 UTC
Probe confirms no presence of Chinese Military in SL: Rambukwella
June 29, 2021 by Aazam Ameen No CommentsThe findings of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and Military investigations into the alleged presence of Chinese Military personnel at the site of a Chinese Joint Venture to clean up the Tissamaharama Weva, have revealed that no foreign military presence exists at the site, Cabinet Spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella said today (29). He noted that the findings of the investigations highlight that such allegations of Chinese Military personnel present in the country are “baseless”.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 09:33 UTC
Philippines extends travel ban on travellers from Sri Lanka
The Philippines has extended the travel ban for all inbound travellers from Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) until July 15, presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said on Tuesday. “This is one of the proactive measures imposed to implement international border control because of the Covid-19 Delta variant,” Roque said in a televised press conference. The Philippines has detected the more transmissible Delta variants in the samples taken from 17 returning Filipinos, among whom a seafarer has died, the Department of Health of the Philippines said. Sourced: IANS-Agencies
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 09:22 UTC
eMarketingEye revolutionizes Online Food Ordering with RestaurantsEye
eMarketingEye (www.emarketingeye.com), the award-winning Digital Marketing Agency has revolutionized “Online Food Ordering” with its latest online platform RestaurantsEye. The platform facilitates Restaurants to directly reach out to their end consumer with lower cost of distribution and higher yield. RestaurantsEye allows brands to create their own customized online food ordering platform within a matter of days with payment gateway integrations, easy to work backend functionality and tracking. The first international client of RestaurantsEye was launched last week with Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara launching Sofilicious food delivery service in Malaysia. Our service levels and ability to customize the platform have become major reasons for the top brands to sign up with RestaurantsEye.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 09:11 UTC
Production of multi-day and solar power fishing vessels commences
The Minister of State of Fisheries Kanchana Wijesekara has initiated the production of Ceynor multi-day fishing vessels and eco-friendly solar powered vessels, the State Ministry said in a release today (29). “The 59.5-foot multi-day fishing vessel manufactured by CEYNOR under the State Ministry of Fisheries was inspected yesterday before departure on its first voyage. The vessel has two fish holders and is equipped with freezer facilities with temperatures of -10 and -20 degrees Celsius. “At the same time, an eco-friendly, solar-powered small transport vessel jointly produced by Ceynor and Genso Pvt will also take place. In the future, work will be done on the production of open craft using such solar and wind technology,” the Ministry said.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 08:03 UTC
Two million Sinopharm Vaccines to Sri Lanka in July
COLOMBO (News 1st): Another consignment of TWO million doses of China’s Sinopharm vaccines will reach Sri Lanka by next week, the Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka said. “#Sinopharm has confirmed that 2 million doses of its anti-#COVID19 #vaccine procured by #SriLanka will be delivered by @flysrilankan on 2nd & 4th July. One million on each flight,” the Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka tweeted on Tuesday (Jun. The Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka, further noted that Sri Lanka’s vaccination drive could run at its maximum speed now.
Source:The Nation
June 29, 2021 06:56 UTC