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June 25, 2025

TOP NEUROSURGEON HAS PERFORMED SURGERIES ON BRAIN-DEAD PATIENTS

Patients dead for up to five days with only their heartbeat artificially sustained when procedures were carried out

2 mins

Three women arrested for killing flapshell turtles

A group of three woman poachers who had killed 13 flapshell turtles in a sanctuary in Polonnaruwa area was arrested and a stock of meat seized by a team of wildlife officers from the Polonnaruwa range office yesterday afternoon.

1 mins

Govt. to make special announcement on fiscal strategy on June 30

Whether announcement will be delivered by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake himself or by Deputy Minister of Economic Development Anil Jayanatha is yet to be confirmed

1 mins

Demand for vegetables decline amid drop in purchasing power – Traders

Warns ongoing crisis in the Middle East could further impact vegetable prices due to rising transportation costs if a fuel shortage arises Minister Bimal Ratnayake also raised concerns in Parliament last week, stating that an intensified crisis in the Middle East could lead to container congestion at the Colombo Port

1 mins

A BROTHER BEYOND BLOOD TIES

“He ain't heavy, he’s my brother.” These words echo in my heart each time I think of my dear friend Rishard Hameed. Though six years have passed since his untimely departure, not a single day goes by without my thinking of him. Today, I pen these words for his loved ones and for all who knew and admired him—to offer a glimpse into the life of a man who meant so much to so many.

5 mins

Equality in digital education for children–dream or myth?

A few days ago, on the 22nd of this month, Prime Minister and Minister of Education Harini Amarasuriya addressed a discussion held with the Task Force appointed by the Cabinet to oversee Digital Education Transformation, emphasising that digital education systems should be introduced nationwide, ensuring fair distribution of human and physical resources across all schools.

3 mins

'ODYSSEY CAMPER'

A hotel with luxury facilities on two railway compartments has been built at the Ratmalana Main Railway Yard by its workers.

1 mins

FRACTURED WORLD, FLUID ALLIANCES: DECODING STATE STRATEGY

A NEW THEORY, DUAL UTILITY OF COLLECTIVISM, REDEFINES HOW NATIONS NAVIGATE COMPLEX GLOBAL CHALLENGES BY STRATEGICALLY BLENDING NORMATIVE, MATERIAL, AND AUTONOMY INTERESTS ACROSS A SHIFTING LANDSCAPE OF INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

4 mins

Bidding adieu to a flower in human form

It is with deep sorrow and reverence that the Sri Lanka Vegetarian Society bids adieu to one of our most cherished members and advocates, Professor Mahinda Palihawadana, whose physical departure occurred on June 8, 2025.

2 mins

ASPI rebounds with a daily gain of 2.54%

Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Commercial Bank, John Keells Holdings and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.2 bn.

1 mins

Middle East ceasefire triggers heavy buying

Secondary market participants responded positively to the Middle East ceasefire, leading to strong buying interest across the yield curve.

1 mins

Sri Lankan F&B sector gears up for Gulfood 2026 showcase

The Export Development Board (EDB) has announced that efforts are underway to participate at the Gulfood 2026, which is one of the largest Food and Beverage (F&B) exhibitions in the world.

1 mins

Govt. names new leadership for four state-run entities

The government yesterday named new heads to four state-owned enterprises, with the Committee on High Posts granting approval for the appointments at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya on June 20.

1 mins

National inflation returns to positive in May with 0.6% increase

The national consumer prices started rising again in May returning the country to a normal course of inflation, effectively ending an eight months spell of price declines.

2 mins

SL faces fresh inflation, currency pressure as Middle East tensions escalate: First Capital Research

Rising global oil prices, a stronger US dollar, and widening geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are fuelling inflationary pressure and currency depreciation in Sri Lanka, First Capital Research said in a fresh analysis this week.

2 mins

May tea exports up 12.4% YoY

IRAQ REMAINED THE LEADING IMPORTER OF CEYLON TEA DURING THE FIRST FIVE MONTHS OF 2025 LIBYA RANKED SECOND WITH IMPORTS OF 9.42 MILLION KILOGRAMS, UP 324% YOY

1 mins

Colombo University's Dinithi Athulathmudali wins Saman Kelegama Memorial Research Grant 2025

Dinithi Athulathmudali, a fourth-year undergraduate from the Department of Economics at the University of Colombo is the winner of the Saman Kelegama Memorial Research Grant for 2025.

1 mins

Pan Asia Bank elevates elite banking with new Privilege Club

Pan Asia Bank announced the opening of its new Privilege Club in the heart of Colombo 07, a premier space designed exclusively to serve the needs of our valued high net worth clientele.

1 mins

Sarvodaya Development Finance records Rs. 1,139mn profit

Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC (SDF) has announced a record-breaking financial performance for the fiscal year2024/25, underscoring its commitment to sustainable growth, rural development, inclusive finance, and agri-business empowerment.

1 mins

Grip Delmege partners with Warisandor to introduce fireproof doors to Sri Lanka

Grip Delmege announced a strategic partnership with Warisandor Malaysia and Warisandor Lanka recently.

1 mins

Assetline Finance records 14% increase in interest income reaching Rs. 11.3 bn

Assetline Finance Limited has delivered one of its strongest performances to date for the financial year ended 31 March 2025, reinforcing its position as one of Sri Lanka's leading non-bank financial institutions.

2 mins

Sri Lanka sees surge in FDIs amid stable investment climate: BOI

The Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka announced an increased inflow of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to the country in comparison to the previous year, consolidating the stable and investor-friendly economic environment.

3 mins

Ceylinco General Insurance selected as Most Loved General Insurer again

Ceylinco General Insurance expresses its heartfelt gratitude to its valued customers and the people of Sri Lanka for being chosen as Sri Lanka's most loved General Insurance Brand as announced in the 2025 edition of the LMD's Brands Annual.

1 mins

INSEE Sanstha Cement featured as case study in Prof. Kotler's publication

INSEE Sanstha has been selected by Kotler Impact Inc. to be featured prominently as a key case study in the inaugural Professor Philip Kotler’s ‘Essentials of Modern Marketing’ Sri Lanka & Maldives edition.

1 mins

Star Garments inaugurates high-tech manufacturing facility in Togo

Star Garments Group officially inaugurated its textile manufacturing facility at the Adétikopé Industrial Platform (PIA) in Togo recently.

1 mins

Ceylon Chamber to host business interaction with Yunnan delegation

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will host a business interaction with a 13-member delegation from the Yunnan Provincial Federation of Industry and Commerce (YPFIC), led by its Vice Chairman Kang Jin.

1 mins

EDB, SDCSL to strengthen SME exporters' commitment to sustainability and transparency

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently convened a high-level meeting to explore strategic collaboration for the implementation of the newly launched Initiative for Textile Sustainability Benchmarking (ITSB), a transformative platform aimed at elevating sustainability standards across Sri Lanka's textile and apparel sector.

1 mins

Bombugalage wins JAT Holdings Golf Monthly Medal

The JAT Holdings Golf Monthly Medal Tournament 2025 concluded with a thrilling finish, crowning several deserving winners across various divisions.

1 mins

Ahan, Nipun steer Sri Lanka Emerging XI to victory

A quickfire 79-ball knock of 106 inclusive of ten boundaries and two sixes by Ahan Wickramasinghe and a breezy 88 which had seven boundaries and two sixes by Nipun Dhananjaya paved the way for Sri Lanka Emerging XI to record a convincing five-wicket win over the West Indies Academy XI in the first of the three ODI encounter played in Antigua.

1 mins

SRI LANKA'S QUEEN OF THE RING BOWS OUT

Nelka Shiromala ends trailblazing career with pride

3 mins

HNB Assurance Group clinch maiden Mercantile cricket title

HNB Assurance Group led by Dulangana Prabath Wijesinghe, won their maiden Mercantile cricket title, as they trounced Access Group by 152 runs in the Final of the 14th Honda Trophy MCA 'G' Division 25-over League Tournament 2025 on Saturday at the MCA Grounds.

1 mins

Duckett leads England to classic defeat of India

Ben Duckett's astonishing 149 led England to a target of 371 - one of the all-time great run chases - to beat India on a nerve-shredding final day of the first Test at Headingley.

1 mins

Hayleys Group 'A', CDB 'A', DPMC win

Hayleys Group ‘A’ along with CDB ‘A’ and DPMC began the MCA T10 Super League Tier ‘A’ tournament on a winning note at Braybrooke Place and MCA ground.

1 mins

Vakshan bags 5,000m gold at Thai Open

Upcoming long-distance runner Vicknaraj Vakshan won the gold medal in the Men's 5,000 metres event at the Thailand Open Athletic Championships in Bangkok yesterday. He finished the race in 15 minutes 56 seconds.

1 mins

GUPTA, WAN MAN UPSET REIGNING CHAMPIONS

Asian 6 Red - Team Snooker Championship 2025

2 mins

BROKE, BUSY & BUDGETING

Let's be real for a second, managing money these days feels like trying to carry water in a leaking bucket. One moment your salary hits the bank, and the next it's poof, gone. And it's not like you're living fancy either!

4 mins

THE LEGAL MIND BEHIND MAJOR CORPORATE MOVES

An Interview with Anushika Abeywickrama, Group Legal Counsel, Maliban Group

6 mins

"Facets of Japanese Culture - III"

The Lanka Japan Friendship Society (LJFS), in collaboration with the Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka, successfully hosted the third edition of its cultural lecture series, \"Facets of Japanese Culture - III\", on Saturday, 21st June 2025.

1 mins

JFA's Aluth Pola

The Aluth Pola, a Justice for Animals fundraiser pop-up market, will take place on Sunday the 29th of June from 10:00am 06:00pm at Body Bar, No 3, Jawatte Avenue, Colombo 05.

1 mins

ITC Ratnadipa to Launch 'The Wedding Story'

ITC Ratnadipa will host its inaugural wedding showcase, The Wedding Story, on 6th July from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., bringing together esteemed wedding planners, florists, photographers, and other industry experts to offer engaged couples and their families an exclusive opportunity to explore the finest wedding possibilities in an elegant setting.

1 mins

'THE GATHERING OF GIANTS-2025' RETURNS TO CINNAMON HABARANA COMPLEX

The North Central Province of Sri Lanka is home to one of nature's most awe-inspiring wildlife spectacles-'the Gathering of the Giants'.

3 mins

Trial of Sean Combs approaches final stretch

The high-profile trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs is approaching its final stretch, with both teams poised to rest their cases as soon as Tuesday.

2 mins

LAUNCH OF ARTRA MAGAZINE'S 'WOMEN & MODERNISM' EDITION

ARTRA Experientials 26 June 2025 | Colombo Edition

4 mins

SUPPORTING SEAFARERS' MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING: CENTRUM MARINE LAUNCHES 24/7 C-CARE HELPLINE 1375 IN COLLABORATION WITH LANKA LIFE LINE

Each year on June 25, the global maritime community comes together to mark the Day of the Seafarer — an initiative by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) that celebrates the often-overlooked contributions of the world's seafarers.

4 mins

Sailing Towards Respect — My Harassment-Free Ship

Every year on June 25, the world pauses to honour the silent workforce powering the global economy—our seafarers.

2 mins

Contribution of seafarers to commerce and economic system

The Seafarer’s Day aims to recognise the contribution of seafarers to the economy, trade and regular civil life.

4 mins

EMPOWERING SRI LANKAN SEAFARERS: STRATEGIES FOR GOVERNMENT SUPPORT

Seafarers play a crucial role in the global economy, facilitating international trade and maritime transportation. As we approach Seafarer Day 2025, it is imperative to reflect on how governments can enhance support for these vital contributors to ensure their well-being and professional development.

3 mins

ADVANTIS - CREW MANAGEMENT: NAVIGATING TOWARDS RESPECT AND SAFETY AT SEA

Advantis - Crew Management, a Business Unit of the Hayleys Advantis Group — the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys PLC and an affiliated member of Sri Lanka Shipping Company Limited, marks the International Day of the Seafarer 2025 by reaffirming its support for this year’s IMO theme, “My Harassment-Free Ship.”

1 mins

Sri Lanka Shipping Company Paving the Way for a Harassment-Free Future at Sea

Sri Lanka Shipping Company Limited, a subsidiary of the Hayleys Advantis Group — the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys PLC, joins the global maritime community in honouring the dedication of the world’s seafarers on this International Day of the Seafarer.