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Sri Lanka Tourism holds 3rd consumer promotion event in Cologne, Germany
THE Embassy of Sri Lanka in Berlin, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), hosted a tourism promotional event in Cologne, Germany on 27 September 2025.
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October 08, 2025
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TNA MP questions CIABOC Chief’s appointment, cites conflicts in Constitutional Council
TNA MP Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam yesterday raised concerns in Parliament over the appointment of Ranga Dissanayake as Director General of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery and Corruption (CIABOC).
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October 08, 2025
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LOLC Finance credit rating upgraded to A+ (Stable)
Lanka Rating Agency says commanding share of NBFI sector, accounting for 36.3% of total NBFI sector profits, 30.3% of industry equity, and 20.6% of sector assets
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October 07, 2025
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Construction sector seeks execution of core relief proposals from Govt.
Steering committee to ensure delivery
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October 07, 2025
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KPMG flags urgent compliance prep after SVAT repeal
WITH the abolition of the Simplified VAT (SVAT) scheme expected to tighten liquidity and trigger short-term cash pressures for exporters and project suppliers, KPMG Sri Lanka is urging firms to begin compliance preparations immediately.
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October 07, 2025
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Aruni Shapiro introduces Adam Smith to Sri Lanka's readers
ARUNI Shapiro, sociologist cum advocate for liberty, has published her 10th book introducing Adam Smith to Sri Lanka’s Sinhala readers under the title ‘Adam Smith and the Wealth of Nations’.!
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October 07, 2025
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RIUNIT apartment market analysis: Colombo 5 shines bright
According to the latest real estate market data released by the Research Intelligence Unit up to Q3 2025, Colombo 5 is the outstanding performer in all of Colombo
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October 07, 2025
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Banking sector assets up 15% to Rs. 23.8 t in Q2 2025, PAT surges 68%
SRI Lanka’s banking sector assets grew 14.9% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs. 23.8 trillion in the second quarter of 2025, up from Rs. 20.7 trillion a year earlier, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka’s (CBSL) Financial Soundness Indicators (FSI) Report for Q2 2025. The report said the growth was primarily driven by increased investments, loans, and advances.
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October 07, 2025
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FitsAir celebrates three years of passenger operations
FITSAIR, Sri Lanka's first privately-owned international airline, celebrated three years of international scheduled passenger operations, marking another defining moment in its journey to transform air travel for Sri Lankans.
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October 07, 2025
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Secondary Bond market yields close up
Rs. 43 b T-Bill auction fully subscribed; rates remain broadly steady for 11 straight weeks
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October 07, 2025
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Rain gives Sri Lanka their first points
No handshake farce spills into women's cricket
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October 07, 2025
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Marsh century secures Australia T20 series win
AUSTRALIA skipper Mitchell Marsh smashed 103 not out to steer Australia to victory in the third T20 against New Zealand and secure a 2-0 series win.
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October 07, 2025
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Shanakiyan welcomes Sri Lanka's three-city tourism roadshow in South India
TAMIL National Alliance (TNA) MP Shanakiyan Rasamanickam has welcomed the Government's latest tourism promotion drive in Southern India, while urging authorities to strengthen connectivity through air, sea, and potential land routes to maximise its impact.
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October 07, 2025
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ADB economists welcome SL's strong recovery; say higher investments critical
Say domestic demand supported growth, thus far completing eight quarters of upturn in economy
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October 07, 2025
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Outdated laws obstacle to resolving drugs shortages, says Health Minister
HEALTH and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said that several longstanding laws and regulations are obstructing efforts to address the ongoing shortage of medicines in the country.
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October 07, 2025
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All Island Dairy Association commits support to boost local production
THE fifth Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the All Island Dairy Association (AIDA) was recently held at The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce in Colombo, with Agriculture Minister K.D. Lalkantha as Chief Guest.
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October 07, 2025
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Sri Lanka reports third highest child displacements from climate disasters in South Asia
SRI Lanka has recorded the third highest number of child displacements from climate-related disasters in South Asia, following India and Bangladesh, according to a new report by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) for South Asia.
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October 07, 2025
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UNHRC adopts new resolution on Sri Lanka without vote
THE United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva yesterday adopted a new resolution titled A/HRC/60/L.1/Rev.1 Promoting Reconciliation, Accountability and Human Rights in Sri Lanka, during its 60th session.
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October 07, 2025
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Being Buddhist during genocide
YESTERDAY was the Vap Poya (full moon) day. Today, on 7 October, the annual rains retreat (vassāvāsa) ends for Buddhist monastics across the Theravāda world, including those in Sri Lanka.
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October 07, 2025
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Condemning surveillance, harassment, and intimidation of journalist Kumanan Kanapathipillai
Following is a statement by a group of members of the civil society condemning the harassment of Kumanan Kanapathipillai by the authorities
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October 07, 2025
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Signature partners CH17 Loyalty to elevate style with rewards
LOYALTY and rewards management platform CH17 Loyalty, has announced its partnership with menswear brand — Signature.
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October 07, 2025
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HSBC voted No. 1 in Cash Management in Sri Lanka by Euromoney
HSBC has been voted as the No. 1 Cash Management Provider in Sri Lanka in Euromoney’s Cash Management Survey 2025, an independent survey based on votes by corporate clients.
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October 07, 2025
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SLID and ACCA launch National Director Awards
Initiative to champion corporate governance excellence in Sri Lanka
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October 07, 2025
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Browns’ Exide and RoadX Tires lead at Rotherham Katukurunda Circuit Meet and Gajaba Supercross 2025
EXIDE has partnered with two of the country’s much-awaited motorsports events of 2025, the renowned Rotherham Katukurunda Circuit Meet and Gajaba Supercross 2025. Organised by the Sri Lanka Autosport Drivers’ Association (SLADA) in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Air Force, the much-awaited event took place at the Katukurunda Air Force Airstrip on 17 August. The meet saw fierce competition, as riders and drivers vied for victory across eight motorbike and fourteen car events.
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October 07, 2025
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Sinner retires but Djokovic through in Shanghai
DEFENDING champion Janik Sinner retired injured from the Shanghai Masters but last year’s runner-up Novak Djokovic battled back from a set down to reach the last 16.
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October 07, 2025
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India beat Pakistan amid controversy, confusion – and bugs
INDIA maintained their 100% start to the Women’s World Cup with a comfortable 88-run win over rivals Pakistan in Colombo.
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October 07, 2025
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ECSL named Electoral Commission of the Year at International Electoral Awards 2025
THE Election Commission of Sri Lanka (ECSL) was named the Electoral Commission of the Year at 2025 International Electoral Awards Ceremony held in Gaborone, Botswana on Friday (3).
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October 07, 2025
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CM Holdings to dispose Rs. 382.2 m property
CM Holdings PLC yesterday said that it was seeking shareholder approval to dispose of a 109.2 perches property owned by the company valued at Rs. 382.2 million.
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October 07, 2025
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People's Leasing & Finance appoints Dr. Isuru Manawadu to Board
PEOPLE’S Leasing and Finance PLC has announced the appointment of Dr. Isuru Manawadu as a Director to its Board, following the requisite regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
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October 07, 2025
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Gamer.LK dominates video games marketing category with Gold Award at SLIM Digis 2.5
GAMER.LK, Sri Lanka’s premier Video Games and Esports company, was recognised once again at the SLIM Digis 2.5 Awards, winning the Gold Award in the Gaming, Gamification and Esports category at the 2025 edition.
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