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The ‘Mangala’ signature in my life
IF all hadn’t been overturned - delivering an unrecognisable landscape five years ago — it is quite likely that I would have made a phone call early this morning.
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April 23, 2026
Daily FT
Marikkar warns coal scam cannot be covered up by mere resignation of Minister
MAIN Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Parliamentarian S.M. Marikkar yesterday warned the ruling National People's Power (NPP) Party the coal scam cannot be covered up by the mere resignation of the Energy Minister.
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April 23, 2026
Daily FT
PIMA holds AGM; appoints new Executive Committee 2026/2027
THE Postgraduate Institute of Management Alumni Association (PIMA) of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura successfully conducted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the year 2026/2027 recently at the PIM Auditorium, Colombo, with the participation of PIMA alumni members and distinguished invitees
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April 22, 2026
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Ninewells breaks ground on landmark expansion to redefine surgical care
New facility to expand surgical capabilities and elevate patient care with advanced medical infrastructure
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April 22, 2026
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Foreign investors in CSE pause 21-session selling streak
YTD net foreign outflow from CSE at Rs. 22.4 b
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April 22, 2026
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Motor insurance to shift towards cash-before-cover from 1 May
Credit period to be cut from 90 days to 30 days initially
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April 22, 2026
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CIC Holdings partners OrphanCare
DIVERSIFIED conglomerate CIC Holdings PLC has partnered with OrphanCare Trust as a Corporate Partner, supporting the Trust's mission of securing the future of orphans who transition out of institutional care upon reaching the age of 18.
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April 22, 2026
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Sri Lanka Esports to conduct Esports Nationals 2026 - The national team selections for road to Asian Games
SRI Lanka Esports is all set to conduct the Esports Nationals, the official national team selection qualifiers conducted by the Sri Lanka Esports Association (SLESA), as the country begins its journey towards major international competitions starting with the Asian Games 2026 in Japan, where Esports will be featured as a medal event.
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April 22, 2026
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What ails our sports bodies?
WITH every passing year, Sri Lankan sports recede further into the shadows, an also-ran competitor, in many sports not even qualifying to compete at top international events.
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April 22, 2026
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Fuel distributors seek President's intervention over revised commission structure
Notes revised model is financially unsustainable
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April 22, 2026
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Shirantha outlines his vision for NOCSL if he wins Presidency
CURRENT Vice President Shirantha Peries on Monday outlined his vision to contest the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) presidency, promising a new era of transparency, unity, and stronger governance for Sri Lankan sports.
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April 22, 2026
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SLIC Life posts strong 2025 performance, sustaining growth momentum
GWP up 24% to Rs. 32.6 b and new business up 42% to Rs. 7.56 b
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April 22, 2026
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‘Walk for Peace’ begins island-wide journey from Dambulla today
‘A week-long ‘Walk for Peace’ commenced across Sri Lanka today (22), led by Ven. Pannakara Thero and a group of senior Buddhist monks under State patronage, with events planned through 28 April.
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April 22, 2026
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Tea output dips 14.5% in March amid dry weather
SRI Lanka's tea production fell sharply in March, hit by prolonged dry and hot weather conditions, according to data analysed by Asia Siyaka Commodities PLC.
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April 22, 2026
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Trinity leads charge in redefining Schools’ Rugby ‘26
FOLLOWING a swashbuckling and captivating performance by Trinity College Kandy, that raised the bar of schools’ rugby standards above that of Sri Lanka rugby, the platform is now set to renovate, innovate and elevate all forms of rugby played in the nation to the next level.
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April 22, 2026
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Ceylon Masters International Badminton Tournament: 25–29 June
Calling all local and international participants
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April 22, 2026
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Ceylinco Life celebrates its elite at ‘High Flyers Day’
CEYLINCO Life reaffirmed its commitment to recognising and inspiring excellence within its sales force with the celebration of High Flyers Day 2026/ a signature event that brought together more than 300 of the company's top-performing Sales Officers for an evening of recognition, reflection and renewed ambition.
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April 22, 2026
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Sri Lanka to see slow growth, widening fiscal deficit: Fitch
Flags high debt, energy shock risks despite improving fundamentals
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April 22, 2026
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Abans Finance gets CSE nod for Rs. 1.5 b debt issue
THE Colombo Stock Exchange yesterday said it has granted in-principle approval for the listing of proposed debt securities of Abans Finance PLC.
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April 22, 2026
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Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO, succeeded by John Ternus
APPLE has announced that Tim Cook will become Executive Chairman of Apple's board of directors and John Ternus, senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, will become Apple's next CEO effective on 1 September 2026.
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April 22, 2026
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Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General strengthens national health protection
Supports Medicare 2026 as Official Insurance Partner
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April 22, 2026
Daily FT
Symbolic governance and the cost of silence
The triumph of form over substance in Corporate Governance
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April 22, 2026
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SLCPI calls for urgent action to prevent medicine shortages in Sri Lanka
THE Sri Lanka Chamber of the Pharmaceutical Industry (SLCPI) has called for urgent action to prevent a looming medicine shortage crisis in Sri Lanka, warning that growing pressure on the pharmaceutical supply chain could affect the country’s ability to ensure uninterrupted access to essential and lifesaving medicines.
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April 22, 2026
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ComBank COO S. Prabagar retires after three decades of distinguished service
THE Commercial Bank of Ceylon has announced the retirement of its Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director S. Prabagar with effect from 26 April 2026, concluding a distinguished career spanning over 30 years of dedicated service.
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April 22, 2026
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Bond market yields hold steady against mixed geopolitical developments, activity muted
THE secondary Bond market continued to see yields holding broadly steady for a second consecutive session, reinforcing the ongoing consolidation phase.
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April 22, 2026
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Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith flags delays, calls for full probe into Easter attacks
Seven years on, Archbishop says investigations progressing under Government
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April 22, 2026
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When conflict travels: DFCC Bank examines economic impact of global tensions on Sri Lanka
OVER the past few weeks, the way businesses look at the external environment has started to shift.
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April 22, 2026
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PDMO gains global recognition with prestigious Commonwealth Award
SRI Lanka has achieved a landmark milestone in its public debt management reform journey, with the Public Debt Management Office (PDMO) being awarded \"Debt Management Office of the Year (AsiaPacific)\" at the Commonwealth Debt Management Award Ceremony held at Marlborough House, London, on 26 March, in parallel with the Commonwealth Debt Management Forum held from 23-27 March.
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April 22, 2026
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Rs.9 b Hayleys Rights issue oversubscribed; attracts Rs. 11.05 b subscriptions
THE Hayleys PLC yesterday said its recently announced Rights issue has been oversubscribed, drawing total subscriptions of over Rs. 11 billion.
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April 22, 2026
Daily FT
Roadmap targets tripling insurance penetration by 2035 with mandatory cover, State-backed schemes
IIRCSL, industry unveil plan to double penetration by 2030
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