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Union Assurance continues to be among 'Top 50 Most Valuable Brands' in Sri Lanka
UNION Assurance has once again secured a coveted position in the 100 Most Valuable Brands 2025 ranking published by Brand Finance.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Salesforce launches MuleSoft Agent Fabric
New solution to orchestrate and govern any AI agent across Agentic Enterprise
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Dr. Gitanjali first woman President of Sri Lanka Hospitality Graduates' Association
THE Sri Lanka Hospitality Graduates' Association (SLHGA), the largest body of professional hoteliers, marked a historic milestone with the appointment of its first-ever woman President Dr. Gitanjali Chakravarthy, a trailblazer who has been shaping Sri Lankan hospitality for decades.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Shippers' Council sees SVAT abolition diverting FDI away from Sri Lanka
Says SVAT abolition could divert critical investment to competing countries with greater certainty
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Gabriel’s Charity Auction in aid of Rescue Animals Sri Lanka
GABRIEL'S Charity Auction in aid of Rescue Animals Sri Lanka (RAS) will take place on 31 October at the Mahogany, Cinnamon Grand, commencing 7.30 p.m.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
EDB targets Nov. completion of National Export Development Plan
Underperforming export competitiveness due to policy missteps, structural inefficiencies. New plan builds on lessons from National Export Strategy of 2018-2022; to address shifting global trade conditions, SL's post-crisis priorities
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October 03, 2025
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Hayleys, LOLC and Carson Cumberbatch headline latest LMD 100 rankings
IN an exclusive pre-publication release to the Daily FT, the publisher of leading business magazine LMD, Media Services, unveiled the top 20 lineup in the forthcoming LMD 100 annual edition.
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October 03, 2025
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Premadasa urges IMF to halt SVAT withdrawal, warns of export sector fallout
OPPOSITION Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday urged the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reconsider the Government's decision to abolish the Simplified Value Added Tax (SVAT) scheme, warning that the move would deal a severe blow to Sri Lanka's already fragile export-oriented industries.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Growing the pool of billion-dollar companies in Sri Lanka
TODAY, Sri Lanka has just three listed companies valued at over a billion dollars: John Keells Holdings (JKH), Commercial Bank of Ceylon, and Ceylon Tobacco PLC.
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October 03, 2025
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Vehicle importers challenge Treasury's 35% surcharge proposal in court
VEHICLE importers yesterday objected to a Treasury proposal requiring a 35% surcharge for the release of vehicles currently detained by Sri Lanka Customs.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Dominant Bangladesh thump Pakistan by seven wickets
ICC Women's Cricket World Cup
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
CIABOC warns against false propaganda, pledges legal action to protect integrity
THE Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) yesterday expressed deep concern over what it described as baseless and misleading statements made by certain individuals and organisations, warning that legal action would be taken against attempts to discredit its work.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
LOLC Insurance makes strategic leadership appointments
LOLC Insurance yesterday announced two key leadership appointments aimed at driving sustainable growth, strengthening governance, and enhancing operational excellence across its companies, LOLC Life Assurance Ltd. and LOLC General Insurance PLC.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Lean Beyond Limits: Lion Brewery Empowers People, Elevates Processors
LION Brewery (Ceylon) PLC was recently recognised as Runner-up in the “Continuous Improvement - Extra-Large Scale” category at the CILT Awards 2025, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey towards operational excellence.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Samara Perera joins The Kingsbury, Horana Plantations Boards
SAMARA Perera has joined the Boards of The Kingsbury PLC and Horana Plantations PLC as Non-Executive Director.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Hayleys Leisure appoints Rajitha Amarasinghe as Director of Operations – Amaya Resorts & Spas
HAYLEYS Leisure has announced the appointment of Rajitha Amarasinghe as Director of Operations - Amaya Resorts & Spas.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Telbedde Estate crowned Overall Gold Winner at Ceylon Specialty Estate Tea Awards 2025
TELBEDDE Estate, managed by Balangoda Plantations PLC, has emerged as the Overall Gold Award Winner at the prestigious Ceylon Specialty Estate Tea of the Year 2025.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort ushers in festive season with traditional Christmas Cake Mixing Ceremony
SHERATON Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort officially kicked off the festive season with its annual Christmas Cake Mixing Ceremony, a joyous tradition that brought together in-house guests, media friends, the leadership team, and associates.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Colombo Chetty Association elects new Ex-Co
THE Colombo Chetty Association of Sri Lanka recently elected its Executive Committee for 2025.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
SLIC offers Rs. 1 m free life cover to parents of children born on World Children's Day 2025
SLIC provides free life cover worth Rs. 1 m for parents of every child being born on 1 October island-wide The program was carried out island-wide, covering all hospitals on 1 October taking the message of Life insurance to everyone
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
W15 Collection bestowed at South Asian Travel Awards 2025
THE 9th South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025 saw W15 Collection being awarded in the Leading Boutique Hotel category with the submission of their signature property, W15 Hanthana Estate.
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October 03, 2025
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Sri Lankan swimmers compete well at Junior World Championships in Romania
THE Sri Lankan national swimming team delivered strong performances at the Junior World Swimming Championships held in Otopeni, Romania, during the end of summer, with several athletes achieving personal best times and showing steady progress on the interna tional stage.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Taj Samudra welcomes Diwali season with lavish sweets and hampers
AT Taj Samudra, Colombo the celebration is steeped in tradition, joy, and culinary artistry-where every sweet becomes a symbol of love, light, and togetherness.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
CILT Sri Lanka and ICS Celebrate World Maritime Day 2025 with a Distinguished Program
THE Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), successfully hosted a special program to celebrate World Maritime Day 2025 on September 25 at the OPA Auditorium from 6.00 pm onwards.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Alston Koch appointed as Commonwealth Union Envoy to Australia and Pacific Region
THE Commonwealth Union (CU) has announced the appointment of Alston Koch, internationally recognised artist, award-winning entertainer and global influencer, as its Envoy to Australia and the Pacific Region.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
'A Voyage of Thai Flavours' at Hilton Colombo Residences
THIS October, Hilton Colombo Residences sets the stage for a vibrant culinary adventure with 'A Voyage of Thai Flavours,' a two-week celebration of Thailand's rich gastronomy at FLOW from 2 to 16 October 2025. In collaboration with DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort, the festival will bring to life an authentic Thai buffet designed by the talented chefs Natkon (Moo) and Amonrat (Orr), offering guests an unforgettable journey through Thailand's most cherished flavours and traditions.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka slips 15 places in UN gender equality ranking
SRI Lanka has slipped sharply in global gender equality rankings, according to findings presented by UN Women to the Women Parliamentarians' Caucus recently.
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October 03, 2025
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Inspiring Sri Lanka's children to dream big on World Children's Day
IN celebration of World Children's Day on 1 October, SriLankan Airlines facilitated the flight experience for a special program for children selected through a creative competition from every province across Sri Lanka.
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October 03, 2025
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Aditya Resort and Christell Life unveil Sri Lanka's first luxury medical wellness destination
CHRISTELL Life together with Aditya Resort, unveiled 'Wellness by the Sea,' a pioneering beachfront medical wellness experience that seamlessly integrates modern aesthetic medicine with time-honoured Ayurvedic therapies.
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October 03, 2025
Daily FT
Taste of Sweden with Chef Carola Magnusson at London Grill: Where Nordic flavours meet timeless elegance
THIS October, Cinnamon Grand Colombo brings the spirit of Scandinavia to the city as part of the grand 50th anniversary celebration of its signature London Grill.
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