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Devika Ellepola appointed to Alliance Finance Board
ALLIANCE Finance Company PLC has appointed Devika Ellepola to its Board as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director.
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January 19, 2026
Daily FT
An opportunity squandered on politics of fear
THERE is today a pervasive sense of stagnation surrounding the current administration of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, a feeling that a historic opportunity for change is slowly but surely being wasted.
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January 19, 2026
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UN finds systemic sexual violence during civil war
A new United Nations report about sexual violence related to Sri Lanka’s civil war is another step forward in the struggle for accountability for crimes under international law that were committed in Sri Lanka, Human Rights Watch said last week.
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January 19, 2026
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Trials-at-Bar in Sri Lanka: Use and abuse
IT is reported that a Trial-at-Bar is being contemplated in respect of allegations against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe regarding misuse of State resources for a visit to a British university on his return from attending sessions of the United Nations in New York and an official visit to Cuba.
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January 19, 2026
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APB Sri Lanka, Mastercard forge strategic partnership to drive regional synergy in banking
MASTERCARD has joined as the Strategic Partner for the Association of Professional Bankers (APB) 36th Anniversary Convention, marking a key milestone in APB’s journey toward stronger global engagement.
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January 19, 2026
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Magi Enterprises writes new chapter in Sri Lanka’s garment industry with Rs. 2.4 b investment
MAGI Enterprises Lanka Ltd., is shaping the future of Sri Lanka’s garment industry with a landmark investment and a bold vision for growth, marking its 10th anniversary with a major modernisation initiative and the laying of the foundation stone for a new factory complex.
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January 19, 2026
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SDB bank names Manoj Akmeemana as Deputy Chief Executive Officer
SDB bank has welcomed Manoj Akmeemana as its Deputy Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership appointment as the Bank continues to strengthen its executive capacity to support long-term growth, sharper execution, and stronger institutional resilience.
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January 19, 2026
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Higher Bond market rates attract fresh positions
THE secondary Bond market began last week on a cautious and subdued note, as participants largely stayed on the sidelines ahead of the Treasury Bond auction, reflecting a wait-and-see approach.
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January 19, 2026
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Police stun Army with commanding 30/10 win
POLICE SC produced a dominant and disciplined performance to register a stunning 30/10 victory over Army SC in their Inter-Club Rugby League encounter played at Police Park on Saturday.
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January 19, 2026
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Manufacturing...
The New Orders and Production sub-indices increased in December 2025, driven by the Manufacture of Food and Beverages sector.
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January 19, 2026
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ICC Sri Lanka discusses practical challenges of new VAT invoicing
THE Taxation Committee of the International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka (ICCSL) recently conducted a timely in-house seminar on the New VAT Tax Invoice Format and Its Implementation Requirements, bringing together policymakers, tax professionals, and members of the business community to examine readiness for the changes scheduled to take effect from 1 April 2026.
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January 19, 2026
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Search begins for investors to develop Pelwatte Sugar Factory as tourist attraction
THE Cabinet of Ministers this week approved a proposal to identify investors to develop selected areas of the Pelwatte Sugar Factory premises into tourist attractions under a public-private partnership (PPP).
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January 17, 2026
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CSE ends week flat, ASPI inches up to new high
THE Colombo stock market ended the week on a new high despite closing flat yesterday.
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January 17, 2026
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‘There’s something truly magical about Sri Lanka’: Julie Chung
AS she prepares to depart Colombo after nearly four years, outgoing United States Ambassador Julie Chung struck a warm but forward-looking note, reflecting on a tenure marked by deepened economic ties, stronger security cooperation and sustained US engagement during Sri Lanka's most severe economic crisis, while expressing confidence that the bilateral partnership will continue to expand across trade, investment and strategic cooperation in the years ahead.
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January 17, 2026
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Cabinet approves updated National Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy
THE Cabinet of Ministers this week approved the implementation of the updated National Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy, aimed at ensuring the sustainable management of fisheries and aquaculture while promoting equitable distribution of industry benefits.
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January 17, 2026
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President in Jaffna: Zero tolerance for racism
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday reaffirmed his Government's zero-tolerance policy towards racism and pledged to fully resolve the housing problems of all families displaced by the war during his term of office, as he launched the 2026 National Housing Program in Jaffna.
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January 17, 2026
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CBSL 2026 policy agenda points to steady rates: First Capital Research
Central Bank signals a cautious “hold” on policy rates in early 2026 as inflation is guided back to the 5% target by 2H 2026 Liquidity pressures to be addressed through targeted operations and SRR reforms rather than broad rate changes SRR tightening expected to lift short-term rates, while long-term yields stay anchored on fiscal consolidation and reserve build-up Stable rates and credit expansion seen supporting earnings recovery in consumer, construction and banking sectors
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January 17, 2026
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Iqbal Athas's passing marks end of an era in journalism
MANY times the term 'end of an era' is used too loosely but in the case of Iqbal Athas, one of the senior-most and trailblazing journalists in the country, who passed away on Tuesday, it truly marks the end of an era for journalism in the country.
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January 17, 2026
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Poverty, food insecurity compounded by Ditwah
IFPRI-IWMI report finds that just before Ditwah, over one in four households were poor; one in three experienced food insecurity
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January 17, 2026
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Oil prices drop as global supply outlook improves
GLOBAL oil prices dropped significantly yesterday as concerns over Iran eased, and new supply data from the United States, Venezuela, and the Middle East fueled expectations of a more balanced and possibly oversupplied market in the near future, The Caspian Post reports, citing foreign media.
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January 17, 2026
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Iqbal Athas spoke truth to power with rare courage, discipline, and integrity
SRI Lanka mourns not merely the passing of a journalist, but the silencing of a conscience that spoke truth to power with rare courage, discipline, and integrity.
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January 17, 2026
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Decisive weekend as clubs strive to finish in the top four
Nugegoda SWC, Kurunegala YCC await their fate
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January 17, 2026
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Sri Lanka targets high-value Indian travellers
SRI Lanka Tourism has successfully concluded a major tourism promotion initiative in India, its largest source market, covering key cities including Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai, as part of efforts to diversify arrivals and attract higher-spending visitors throughout the year.
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January 17, 2026
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High scoring and first innings decisions feature opening day
HIGH scoring featured three of the six matches while two of them saw teams grabbing a first innings lead at the end of the first day of the Tier B 3-day league yesterday.
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January 17, 2026
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Brazil – Asia Chamber of Commerce shows keen interest in Sri Lanka Expo 2026
Initial discussions focus on tea, cinnamon and Colombo Port City investment opportunities
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January 17, 2026
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China and Canada agree to tariff cuts
CHINA and Canada have agreed to roll back a series of punitive tariffs following high-level talks in Beijing between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, signalling a tentative thaw after years of trade and diplomatic friction.
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January 17, 2026
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People's Bank celebrates Thai Pongal
PEOPLE’S Bank conducted Thai Pongal celebrations at its Kotahena and Pettah branches under the patronage of People’s Bank Chairman Prof.
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January 17, 2026
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The legacy Iqbal Athas left behind
I first met Iqbal Athas in 1979, soon after I joined the news desk of the once-popular Sun Newspaper as a trainee.
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January 17, 2026
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Northern Investment Summit: A foundation for further continuum
THE two day Northern Investment Summit (NIS) 2026 will commence in 21 January in Jaffna prioritising capacity building and youth leadership for a region which saw its potential thwarted for over three decades but which is now proceeding to attract much local and international interest.
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January 17, 2026
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Concord Apparel and Concord Footwear win Presidential Export Award
TWO leading subsidiaries of Guston Ltd. Hong Kong, Concord Apparel Ltd. and Concord Footwear Ltd., have achieved a significant milestone by securing top honours at the Presidential Export Awards (PEA) 2024/2025.
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