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Bankers’ night at SLFI 

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Arrangements have been made to hold ‘Bankers’ Night’- a special event for the bankers, finance and the members of fintech community by the ANYBANQ.lk and KABOD Events (pvt) ltd for the first time in Sri Lanka on Feb 24th at the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute, Colombo 7.

A press release issued by the organizers said: “With the digital revolution that has taken a swift move in today’s world, financial technology also known as Fintech has become a fast moving global phenomenon. Driven by innovators, the FINTECH community enables a close partnership with banks and financial institutions across the country thereby expanding network opportunities and building a strong financial platform, along with the specific know-how of the banking sector. In the simplest terms it can be described as the innovation of how businesses enhance their process, delivery and use of financial services.

There are many promising advantages of partnerships with the banking community which has led to a large amount of investment over the last few years. The swift growth of it has helped bring about transparency, cost reduction and quick access to information, which has helped consumers across the market to gain important banking information at their fingertips. Direct access to the target audience, industry staff wellbeing, creating awareness of dialog product range, enabling interactions with the same audience and launch of new products, new business in the sector and promotions.

Fintech Digital will leverage its AnybanQ.lk platform to promote tools and solutions for digital onboarding of customers and merchants to formal banking channels, leading towards increased financial inclusion. It is expected that the general public will enjoy greater convenience when choosing the right financial product for them. AnybanQ.lk enables customers to research about and subscribe to products and services offered by banks in Sri Lanka. Fintech Digital CEO and Founder Hithesh Fernando states that with free access to AnybanQ.lk, based on their needs users will directly benefit from an easier decision-making process when choosing banking and financial solutions they would like to utilize. He also mentioned that efforts are being taken to engage with regulators, partner banks and key stakeholders to address Sri Lanka’s current foreign reserve challenge via this digital platform. Co-founders Petula and Ashan mentioned about the upcoming MOU with LankaPay to increase digital product adoption to uplift the economy and to go global with #srilankadollarchallenge as a crucial need of the hour.

To showcase the staff wellbeing, banking community and attention to the finance industry with the aim of providing opportunities, a bankers Night, a networking event presented by Fintech Digital and Kabod Events will take place on the 24th of February at the Foundation Institute, Garden, Colombo 07. Every event organized by Kabod Events contains expertise and fine tune collaborations. Their success is based on offering a truly unique service exceeding client’s expectations. Enhancing the quality of a client’s brand by adding flawless execution of taking the brand to the world making it a world class story. Some of their signature events were the inauguration of Flexicare- the largest medical equipment company in the world in Colombo press conference and Bandaragama factory opening,100% Vegan premium luxury Brand Launch at OGF –LORA and an Influencer launch from the well-known industry giant Founder of Chandanalepa brand ‘Alaris.  More details reach us on – 077 777 1942.”



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Severe traffic reported on Ella-Wellawaya road due to inclement weather

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Police urge motorists who intend to use the Ella – Wellawaya Road to use alternative roads as there is a severe vehicle congestion due to inclement weather condition.

 

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We should start working collectively to rebuild the country -PM

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The oil anointing ceremony for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year was held on April 16 at the historic Rajamaha Viharaya in Kolonnawa, with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

Following the chanting of pirith, the oil anointing ritual was carried out at the auspicious time of 9:04 a.m.,  by the Chief Incumbent of the temple, Venerable Kolonnawa Dhammika Thero.

Speaking after the ceremony the Prime Minister said that:

“The Sinhala and Tamil New Year is one of the most important festivities in our country. It is a celebration with our families, reflecting our traditions and customs while strengthening the ties.

This festival leads the path for renewing unity, love, and bonds stronger. These values enrich a country. Development of a country is not limited by one-dimensional; a true development includes spirituality, relationships, and connections. The reason why we uphold these customs in such ceremonies is to remind ourselves of the significance and to pass on their value to future generations.

Therefore, today marks a significant day. Throughout this week, we came together and engaged in various activities. Followed by, the next event will mark the leaving for employment at the auspicious time and we should start working collectively to rebuild the country.

I wish everyone a New Year that is prosperous, peaceful, joyful, full of strengthened relationships, and most importantly, safe for all.”

The ceremony was graced by the presence of the Maha Sangha, and attended by the Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs Eranga Gunasekara, Divisional Secretary to Kolonnawa Priyanath Perera, Municipal Secretary Nelum Kumari Gamage, and the residents of the area.

[Prime Minister’s Media Division]

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Heat Index at ‘Caution Level’ at some places in Northern, North-central, North-western, Western, Southern and Eastern provinces and in Rathnapura and Monaragala districts today [16]

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Warm Weather Advisory Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre of the Department of Meteorology for 16 April 2025

The Heat index, the temperature felt on human body is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in Northern, North-central, North-western, Western, Southern and Eastern provinces and in Rathnapura and Monaragala districts.

The Heat Index Forecast is calculated by using relative humidity and maximum temperature and this is the condition that is felt on your body. This is not the forecast of maximum temperature. It is generated by the Department of Meteorology for the next day period and prepared by using global numerical weather prediction model data.

Effect of the heat index on human body is mentioned in the  table below and it is prepared on the advice of the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services.

ACTION REQUIRED

Job sites: Stay hydrated and takes breaks in the shade as often as possible.
Indoors: Check up on the elderly and the sick.
Vehicles: Never leave children unattended.
Outdoors: Limit strenuous outdoor activities, find shade and stay hydrated. Dress: Wear lightweight and white or light-colored clothing.

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In addition, please refer to advisories issued by the Disaster Preparedness & Response Division, Ministry of Health in this regard as well. For further clarifications please contact 011-7446491.

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