A SRI LANKAN UNIVERSITY ON THE GLOBAL STAGE: KIU'S JOURNEY OF NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Dec. 19 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Over recent years, KIU University and the KIU Group of Companies have emerged as one of Sri Lanka's most consistently recognised institutions, earning national and international accolades across healthcare, sustainability, workforce development, and community impact. These achievements reflect a focused institutional commitment to delivering well-governed, high-impact initiatives that address national priorit...


Chennai Metro Selects IntelliRail's Automated Wheel Profile Measurement System to Transition to Condition-Based Maintenance

India, Dec. 18 -- IntelliRail, which designs, builds and implements AI-based diagnostic products for the railways, has been selected by Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) to deliver its "Make in India" Automated Wheel Profile Measurement System (AWPMS) at Madhavaram Depot of the Chennai Metro.The installation of the AWPMS will be overseen by the NKBAB Consortium, a delivery partner for CMRL, responsible for the expansion of Phase II, Corridor 4. The wayside wheel profile measurement system will b...


Anyra Diamonds: India's Top and Trusted Lab-Grown Diamond Jewellery eCommerce Brand

India, Dec. 18 -- In today's rapidly evolving jewelry market, lab-grown diamonds have become the perfect combination of luxury, sustainability, and affordability. Leading this transformation in India is Anyra Diamonds, recognized as the top and most trusted lab-grownWhether you are buying your first diamond, selecting a thoughtful gift, or sourcing jewelry for retail, Anyra Diamonds ensures that every purchase is ethical, sustainable, and reliable.Why Anyra Diamonds Is the Most Trusted Online La...


Oren Launches Free, AI-Powered ESG Tool to Help Companies Headstart Their Sustainability Journey Addressing the Need for Accessible ESG Intelligence

India, Dec. 18 -- Oren, a leader in enterprise ESG and sustainability solutions, recently announced the launch of its free,AI-Powered ESG Maturity Assessment Tool. This innovative tool is designed to help companies globally, from MSMEs to established enterprises, instantly understand and strategically improve their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance.Addressing the Need for Accessible ESG IntelligenceIn an era of accelerating regulatory requirements (such as India's BRSR and ...


YOO BRANDS SUPPORTS DISASTER RELIEF EFFORTS

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Dec. 18 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Yoo Brands Pvt Ltd today extended its support to national disaster relief and recovery efforts by donating essential footwear items to the Ministry of Defence. The donation, consisting of 1,000 pairs of shoes and 5,000 pairs of socks, valued at Rs. 6.7 million, was officially handed over to the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence tod...


MEETING WITH UN RESIDENT COORDINATOR ON DISASTER MANAGEMENT AND AID COORDINATION

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Dec. 18 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) met with the United Nations Resident Coordinator to Sri Lanka, Mr. Marc-Andre Franche, at the office of the Deputy Minister of Defence yesterday (17 December) to review ongoing disaster response efforts, institutional reforms, and the coordination of international humanitarian assistance. The UN Resident Coordinator adm...


FNP Taps into Youth Culture with Strategic Festive Collaborations with Starbucks and House of Candy

India, Dec. 17 -- New Delhi, December 2025: FNP, India's leading gifting platform, today announced two strategic festive collaborations with Starbucks and House of Candy. The partnerships-both national and digital-first-mark a strategic step in FNP's 2025-26 vision of building a culture-driven gifting ecosystem powered by design, personal expression, and collaborations with brands young India already loves. These associations reflect FNP's commitment to reimagining modern gifting in ways that in...


DEPUTY MINISTER OF DEFENCE DECLARES OPEN ''SENEHASA'' SENSORY GARDEN FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Dec. 17 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), inaugurated the renovated children's park and Sensory Garden at the Senehasa Education, Resource, Research and Information Centre (SERRIC) today (17 December). The Sensory Garden has been designed to stimulate the five senses through safe and interactive elements. It will serve as an important therapeutic tool, suppor...


MEETING ON FORMULATION OF NATIONAL DEFENCE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT POLICY

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Dec. 17 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A high level meeting on formulation of the National Defence Research and Development (R&D) Policy was held at the office of the Deputy Minister of Defence, yesterday (16 December), chaired by the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd). The Deputy Minister highlighted the progress in formulating a National Defence R&D Policy. He also noted the ongoing review and...


QATAR NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATED IN COLOMBO

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Dec. 17 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Embassy of the State of Qatar in Colombo hosted a vibrant celebration for Qatar National Day yesterday, (16 December), at the ITC Ratnadipa, Colombo. The event was graced by the Minister of Justice and National Integration, Harshana Nanayakkara, as the chief guest. Also in attendance were the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), and the Defence Secretar...