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Hameedia’s Envoy and Le Bond bring quality masks to prevent spread of COVID-19

Face masks are a compulsory accessory in daily wear today. The Hameedia Envoy and Le Bond masks which have hit the market, enhance the wearer’s fashion sense while effectively helping combat the spread of the Covid-19 virus.
Renowned for Hameedia’s show-stopping fashion statements, these branded masks are designed with the key elements of safety and comfort while catering to fashion conscious individuals.
Managing Director Hameedia Fouzul Hameed said, “These three-ply masks reflect a unique sense of style in keeping with the elegant designs of our trail blazing brand. Designed with high quality fabric to prevent airborne infections, they are tried and tested to enable maximum comfort for their customers. While fashion and safety are primarily the reasons for their design, the economic factor plays a pivotal role”.
Each mask is individually sealed and packed in a poly bag to avoid contamination and produced under stringent health and safety guidelines maintained at the Hameedia’s factory.
The three-ply Envoy face masks give priority to maximum safety and have been designed to ensure better protection without disrupting the wearer’s fashion-oriented lifestyle. These reusable premium face masks have special features – they are made of water repellent fabric with a comfortable searchable strap in addition to being antibacterial and hypoallergenic.
The Envoy masks are designed in three options – Platinum, Classic and Staple – and give the wearer comfort in breathing. Since Envoy always stands ahead in providing exclusive attention to customers, customised options such as personal monogramming, mixing and matching with shirts are also possible, thus enhancing that unique statement.
The Le Bond Face Mask is designed to bring out the best and to keep your skin comfortable. This three-ply face mask is made out of 100% cotton and has been designed to be used multiple times, since they are reusable and washable.
These masks come in a variety of colours, patterns and textures to suit one’s everyday needs. Easy to maintain, they are light weight and easy to fit on with a comfortable elastic strap. In fact the face mask can also be matched with one’s shirt as well.
“First impressions count and the importance of dressing smart is stamped into the psyche of the Hameedia Envoy and Le Bond brands. Thus, a mask which is the foremost attention creating accessory in today’s new normal world, has to accentuate the windows to your soul while ever so subtlety portraying the true you”, Hameed added.
Business
Pasans Rent a Car honoured at Iconic Awards 2025 in Thailand

Pasans Rent a Car (Pvt) Ltd was recently honoured as The Excellent Car Rentals and Tour Service Provider of the Year at the Iconic Awards 2025 held in Bangkok, Thailand. Managing Director, Dr. Pasan Nalinda Hiripitiyage received the award. Established in 2002 as a modest vehicle rental service, Pasans Rent a Car has today grown into a national name in travel and transport. Headquartered in Malabe, they cater to a wide range of clients such as private customers, tourists, and private and Government institutions including Ministries.
Business
Medihelp Hospitals and Apollo Hospitals Group-India announce strategic clinical collaboration

Medihelp Hospitals and Apollo Hospitals Group-India have announced a strategic clinical collaboration during a grand ceremony at the Kingsbury Hotel in Colombo. The MOU outlines a framework for clinical collaboration, focusing on knowledge sharing, advanced specialty care, preventive health initiatives, and continuous professional development. This partnership aims to elevate clinical standards in Sri Lanka by introducing global best practices through joint programs, telemedicine, second-opinion services, and medical education.
The agreement was signed and exchanged by Nishantha Jayamanne, Chief Operating Officer of Medihelp Hospitals, and Jithu Jose, Vice President – International Division of Apollo Hospitals. Nishantha welcomed the dignitaries and emphasized the importance of such collaborations in light of the escalating disease burden and changing disease patterns. Jithu Jose remarked, “At Apollo Hospitals, we are committed to the principle that access to high-quality healthcare should transcend geographical boundaries. We are proud to be part of this collaborative initiative to strengthen the ties between the medical communities of India and Sri Lanka.”
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Union Assurance leads fight against diabetes with nationwide ‘Suwamaga’ initiative

Union Assurance, a pioneering force in Sri Lanka’s private life insurance sector, is playing an increasingly proactive role in addressing the country’s rising diabetes crisis. As part of its commitment to corporate citizenship, the company has launched Suwamaga, an impactful CSR programme aimed at combating the growing threat of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with a particular focus on diabetes.
Senath Jayatilake, Chief Executive Officer at Union Assurance, explained that the company’s corporate responsibility approach stems from its new brand vision, which is centered around empowering human progress by protecting what matters most. He emphasized that this vision is aligned with the company’s dedication to strengthening not only financial stability but also the emotional, physical, and community well-being of Sri Lankans. “As part of our strategic direction, we recognized the severe impact of NCDs, particularly diabetes, on the nation’s social and economic progress,” Jayatilake noted.
The Suwamaga programme launched in 2024, under the Ministry of Health’s collaboration, includes a Mobile Screening Unit, which has already screened over 26,000 individuals across Sri Lanka, from urban centers to rural communities. The mobile unit offers free diabetes screenings, followed by personalized medical advice, empowering the public to take charge of their health. Mahen Gunarathna, Chief Marketing Officer at Union Assurance, shared, “The screenings have revealed alarming results. Approximately 15% of participants were recommended for further testing, with 12% diagnosed with diabetes for the first time. These screenings have proven essential for early intervention.”
The gravity of the diabetes crisis in Sri Lanka was further highlighted by Dhanya Wijesuriya, Vice President of the Sri Lanka Diabetes Association. “Diabetes is a silent killer in Sri Lanka, affecting an alarming portion of the population,” she said, stressing that early detection is key to preventing the disease from progressing. “Pre-diabetes is reversible, but once diabetes is diagnosed, it’s a lifelong condition. Tragically, half of those affected remain unaware until complications arise.”
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