Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka - April 28, 2025

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April 28, 2025

Govt. moves to alienate Colombo Dockyard to an Indian firm

The Indian company is involved in building war ships and submarines therefore, it will trigger national security concerns for SL

1 min

Post-mortem mandatory for child deaths under five years of age

The decision was also made to improve Sri Lanka's health indicators following its triumph with low maternal mortality rate. Each post-mortem costs about Rs. 15,000

1 min

Appointments for CT, MRI scans at National Hospital cancelled

Non-payment to the system provider and a full data storage network have led to the breakdown

1 min

CHINA TO SEND TOP MINISTER TO SL AMID TRADE ROILED BY TRUMP'S TARIFFS

In the wake of Sri Lanka trying hard to mitigate the impact from the chaotic announcement of reciprocal tarrifs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao is expected to visit Sri Lanka in June in a bid to foster trade links, an informed source said.

1 min

NPP chooses Aragalaya site for May Day rally despite earlier stand to restrict political work there

The NPP will conduct its May Day rally for the first time as the ruling party this year

1 min

Appointments for CT, MRI scans at National Hospital cancelled

According to informed sources, non-payment to the system provider and a full data storage network have led to the breakdown.

1 min

More than 800 acres of paddy in danger

More than 800 acres of paddy on the verge of harvest has been endangered with crop devastation due to the flood threat in Mahawewa.

1 min

GCE Advanced Level Top performers in Maths and Arts

A student of Gampaha Bandaranaike Maha Vidyalaya Ransara Kumarage is the first in the island in the Mathematics stream at the GCE (Advanced Level ) Examination this year,.

1 min

President pledges international cricket stadium in the North

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that an international cricket stadium would be constructed in the north.

1 min

Local bodies should be allowed to play a role in maintaining law and order : Sajith

A system where local government bodies could get involved with the police and security forces will be an effective move to maintain law and order, Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa said over the weekend.

1 min

Sri Lankan Community in Kenya Rings in the New Year with Culture, Unity, and Pride

The Sri Lankan community in Kenya came together in joyous celebration yesterday at the Nairobi Sikh Club, marking the Sinhala and Tamil New Year in a vibrant and culturally rich gathering organised by the Sri Lankan Association of Kenya.

2 mins

VIETNAMESE SPIRITUAL LEADER FORCED TO MAKE U-TURN IN SRI LANKA

Minh Tue is a Vietnamese who describes himself as an ordinary learner and practising what Buddha has taught in scripture.

8 mins

Justice delayed, justice denied and a mockery of justice

In the morn of Easter Sunday 21 April 2019, suicide bombers exploded their deadly payloads of explosives in three Churches and three luxury hotels in the country killing over two-hundred civilians and injuring over five-hundred others.

3 mins

Bogambara: A sinister Bastille shared by Sardiel and Dr. Colvin R. de Silva

The name Bogambara evokes historical events, but it became best known for the prison by that name.

3 mins

Timeless Curves and Unconventional Colour

Dhammika Gunasekara has worn many hats over the years. From engineer and entrepreneur to artist, his talents are boundless. His recently concluded second solo art exhibition 'Timeless Expressions' shows that Gunasekara's foray into the art world is one of dedication and intense discipline.

2 mins

Louis Benedict HE HAD A PASSION FOR THE WRITTEN WORD

\"Lives of great men all remind us, we can make our lives sublime and departing leave behind us, footprints on the sands of time,\" - A Psalm of Life by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

2 mins

Hayleys PLC secures CSE approval for Rs. 7 bn debenture issue

Hayleys PLC, a leading diversified conglomerate, has received in-principle approval from the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) to list its rated unsecured senior redeemable five-year (2025/2030) debentures, aiming to raise up to Rs. 7 billion. The announcement, outlined in Circular No. 04-04-2025, marks one of the largest corporate debt offerings slated for 2025.

1 min

CSE closes week on positive note with modest gains in main indices

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) concluded last week on a positive note following the end of the long New Year holidays. Despite a subdued start and generally low activity levels, the market showed signs of recovery toward the end of the week. Turnover and volumes remained weak during the first three sessions, with the market trading in the red, but sentiment improved in the final two sessions, which closed in positive territory with increased activity.

1 min

SL must chart its own path in tourism: SLTDA chief

► SAYS NOT FAIR TO COMPARE SRI LANKA WITH FAMOUS TOURIST DESTINATIONS SUCH AS MALAYSIA AND THAILAND ► NOTES THE TOURISM GROWTH STRATEGY MUST PRIORITISE SUSTAINABILITY OVER VOLUME ► ASSERTS OVER-RELIANCE ON LUXURY TOURISM COULD HURT DOMESTIC INDUSTRIES

2 mins

Special regulatory reserve somewhat weakens State lenders’ capital: Fitch

The capital ratios of Sri Lanka’s two state lenders are expected to continue to be weaker than their private sector counterparts despite their significantly higher profitability, Fitch Ratings said in a commentary issued last week.

2 mins

Illicit cigarette market surges nearly 20% to 1.16 bn sticks in 2024

Illicit cigarettes continued to erode the tobacco monopoly of Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC, with a significant 19.6 percent Year-on-Year (YoY) growth and soaring to 1.16 billion sticks in 2024.

1 min

Allianz conducts Avurudu Nagam campaign

Allianz Lanka marked this Avurudu season by supporting a tradition that holds deep meaning for many Sri Lankans, the journey home.

1 min

SDB bank strengthens dairy sector development

SDB bank embarks on value chain financing (VCF) as another value-driven business vertical, in line with the core ethos of the bank to empower communities by enabling sustainable financing for both the raw material suppliers and intended buyers.

1 min

Tea industry overview - First quarter 2025

The Sri Lankan tea industry saw an increase in production and exports but recorded a drop in the national average price for the period from January to March 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

3 mins

HNB's Gami Pubuduwa strengthens microfinance entrepreneurs

HNB successfully concluded Gami Pubuduwa Avurudu Pola 2025, held recently at the BMICH for the sixth time, drawing a large number of visitors and generating strong sales for over 150 microfinance entrepreneurs from across the island.

1 min

Canon's interchangeable-lens digital cameras No. 1 for 22nd year

Metropolitan Technologies (Pvt.) Ltd, the sole authorised distributor for Canon in Sri Lanka, celebrates Canon Inc's remarkable achievement in the world of imaging as Canon's interchangeable-lens digital cameras, both DSLR and mirrorless, have maintained the No. 1 global market share for an unprecedented 22 consecutive years, from 2003 to 2024.

1 min

Calcey receives ISO 27001:2013 certification

REINFORCES COMMITMENT TO INFORMATION SECURITY

1 min

MiHCM achieves Microsoft Data, AI Solutions Partner status

MiHCM achieved the Microsoft Data and AI Solutions Partner status in mid-April, further cementing its position as a leader in data and AI solutions.

1 min

FWC Regional Competition held at Port City Colombo

The Fintech Association of Sri Lanka (FASL), in strategic partnership with Port City Colombo, recently hosted the Regional Competition of the FinTech World Cup (FWC) at Port City Colombo.

1 min

Hero MotoCorp unveils new products in Sri Lanka

Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, announced the launch of four new products - HF Deluxe, Xtreme 125R and Hunk 160R 4V motorcycles and Xoom 110 scooter in partnership with its long-standing distributor Abans Auto in Sri Lanka.

1 min

KPMG-SLID hold Audit Committee Forum

The 30th session of the Audit Committee Forum (ACF), titled 'A View from the Board: Managing Emerging Risks in Audit Committees, organised by the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) with KPMG Sri Lanka as the Knowledge Partner, was held recently at Port City Colombo.

2 mins

Ceyline-Lion Brewery forge a sustainable future

► CONSTRUCT ECO-FRIENDLY WAREHOUSING AND DISTRIBUTION CENTRE

1 min

Dipped Products commissions Rs.1bn natural rubber glove production plant

▸ 25% INCREASE IN EXPORT CAPACITY FOR KEY PRODUCT LINE AND ADVANCES SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

1 min

S-lon powers forward with innovation and sustainability

Since its founding in 1957, S-lon has been a pioneer in Sri Lanka's thermoplastic plumbing industry, evolving into a trusted household name. Guided by resilience, innovation, and a deep sense of responsibility, the company has weathered industry shifts, championed sustainability, and placed both customer trust and employee wellbeing at the heart of its growth. In an interview with Mirror Business, S-lon Group COO and Group Director S.C. Weerasekera shares insights into the company's journey, its commitment to quality, contributions to the national economy, and its efforts to nurture a more sustainable and skilled future for Sri Lanka. Below are the excerpts:

2 mins

Gymnastic coach misusing Ministry equipment

It is reported that a group of parents of athletes involved in the sport have complained to the Sports Minister that the national gymnastics coach affiliated with the Sports Ministry is misusing the Sports Ministry's gymnastics indoor stadium and its technical equipment and engaging in various acts of misconduct.

1 min

Book unveiled in honour of lakshman De Alwis

The book titled “The Lucky Mark of Sports”, which contains the life story of the late Lakshman De Alwis, a former veteran of Sri Lankan athletics, was unveiled at the Duncan White Auditorium of the Ministry of Sports in Colombo.

1 min

Flying high: Kamindu Mendis defies gravity

Kamindu Mendis, the 26-year-old Sri Lankan all-rounder playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad, truly soared to new heights in Friday’s IPL clash against Chennai Super Kings.

1 min

NISSANKA, CHATHURI DOMINATE NOVICES BOXING

Chathuri Siriwardena of Hemamali College, Kandy, and 27-year-old Army Lance Corporal Nissanka Herath carried away the Best Boxer awards at the BASL Novices Boxing Meet for Men and Women held at the Royal MAS Arena.

1 min

ROYAL MAKE IT TO QUARTERS WITH CLOSE WIN

Royal made it to the quarter final of the Dialog Schools Knockout tournament with a close four-point win over Kingswood in the quarter final encounter played at Longdon Place yesterday.

2 mins

Vaas wins overall title as Negombo RC rule Trap Open 2025

Nivantha Vaas of Negombo Rifle Club (NRC) bagged the overall title while his teammates Rishan Dias and Kaushan Samaranayake outsmarted the rest at the NSSF Trap Open Meet 2025, which concluded at the Clay Target Shooting Club of Colombo Range in Payagala.

2 mins

St. Peter's outclass Thurstan

In a one-sided match of Dialog Schools Knockout Rugby tournament pre-quarter match played at the Royal Sports Complex ground yesterday, the defending champions St. Peter's outclassed Thurstan by 51 points to 8.

1 min