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AKD says Sri Lanka remains grateful for support extended by US and other friendly nations
■Visiting US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker calls on President Dissanayake ■US affirms full support for Sri Lanka's recovery efforts ■Expresses confidence in Sri Lanka's recovery under President Dissanayake's leadership
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December 12, 2025
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WASPS Gold Group RCGC Monthly Medal tees off today
THE December Monthly Medal, sponsored by the WASPS Gold Group, teed off in grand style at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) on 12 and 13 December, attracting an impressive field of more than 280 golfers.
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December 12, 2025
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Cabinet approves recruitment of 2,284 vacant Govt. positions across Ministries and provinces
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Wednesday approved a major recruitment drive to fill 2,284 vacant positions across various Ministries, Provincial Councils, and other Government entities, following recommendations from a committee headed by the Secretary to the Prime Minister.
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December 12, 2025
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Lanka Thriposha hands over Rs. 100 m dividend to Treasury
LANKA Thriposha Ltd., on Wednesday paid Rs. 100 million in dividends to the General Treasury, reinforcing the State-owned nutrition provider’s financial contribution despite recent speculation about its future.
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December 12, 2025
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Sri Lanka pavilion gains prominent attention at Productronica 2025 in Germany
THE Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Embassy in Berlin, Germany, has organised Sri Lanka's participation at Productronica 2025 which was held from 18-21 November 2025 at the Messe München Trade Fair Center in the Messestadt Riem, Germany.
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December 12, 2025
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Sold-out ICA International Half-Marathon 2025 unveils official race route
THE Indian Cultural Association (ICA) has unveiled the official race route for the Janashakthi Life — ICA International Half-Marathon 2025, scheduled for Sunday, 14 December, in Colombo.
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December 12, 2025
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EU commits € 1.8 m in response to floods in Sri Lanka
IN response to the devastating floods that have hit Sri Lanka, the EU has committed € 1.8 million ($ 2 million) in emergency assistance for the most affected areas.
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December 12, 2025
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CSE bucks volatility to extend rally to fourth session
THE Colombo stock market overcame sharp volatility yesterday to close on the up for the fourth straight session.
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December 12, 2025
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Dialog Axiata's Sandra De Zoysa named among "Top 40 Future of CX Leaders 2026”
DIALOG Axiata PLC Group Chief Customer Officer and Dialog Business Services Managing Director Sandra De Zoysa, has been recognised as one of the “Top 40 Future of CX Leaders 2026” by the prestigious CX Network.
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December 12, 2025
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From disaster to recovery: Making the case for climate finance in post-flood rebuilding in Sri Lanka
SRI Lanka's 2025 floods, intensified by Cyclone Ditwah, have forced the country into one of the most consequential fiscal conversations of the decade: how to finance resilience at a scale that matches the growing magnitude of climate loss.
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December 12, 2025
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NCPA calls on public to report suspicious childcare offers to 1929 helpline
Warns of fraudulent moves to help disaster-hit children Says it will take strict legal action against anyone attempting to exploit children under guise of assistance
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December 12, 2025
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People’s Insurance appoints veteran banker Chandana Guniyangoda as Chairman
PEOPLE'S Insurance PLC has announced the appointment of Chandana Guniyangoda as its new Chairman.
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December 12, 2025
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Germany pledges € 500,000 in emergency assistance to Sri Lanka
UNDER the umbrella of the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism (EU UCPM), Germany is extending emergency assistance worth approximately € 500,000 to support Sri Lanka following the devastating impact of Cyclone Ditwah.
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December 12, 2025
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Santapaws 2025 celebrates with resilience, harmony, loving and giving
THE much-anticipated Santapaws Xmas Xtravaganza returned this year despite the dire situation in the country, in an effort to help the voiceless and uplift small businesses.
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December 12, 2025
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Inter-Club Rugby Week 5
THE Inter Club Rugby League 2025/2026 resumes today (12 December) after two-week pause, with Week 5 fixtures finally set to unfold following the postponement of Weeks 3 and 4 due to severe flooding across the country.
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December 12, 2025
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BOC Chennai branch celebrates three decades of financial partnership as only Sri Lankan bank in India
BANK of Ceylon (BOC) marks the 30th anniversary of its Chennai branch recently, celebrating three decades of cross-border cooperation, trust, and shared economic progress between Sri Lanka and India.
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December 12, 2025
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Festive tree lighting at NH Collection Colombo: Illuminating season with style and spirit
NH Collection Colombo has marked the start of the festive season with its elegant Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, celebrated on 3 December 2025, bringing a touch of warmth and seasonal charm to the heart of the city.
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December 12, 2025
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Pope Leo XIV expresses support for Sri Lanka's disaster-hit communities
POPE Leo XIV has conveyed the Vatican’s solidarity with Sri Lankans affected by the recent disaster, Vatican Embassy in Colombo Chargé d’Affaires Rev. Monsignor Roberto Lucchini said on Wednesday.
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December 12, 2025
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Viet Nam trade delegation signals timely investment momentum for SL's post-cyclone recovery
THE Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the Embassy of Viet Nam in Sri Lanka co-organised the Viet Nam-Sri Lanka Business Forum on 9 December, in conjunction with the 3rd Viet Nam-Sri Lanka Subcommittee on Trade co-chaired by Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of Viet Nam Phan Thi Thang and Secretary of the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development of Sri Lanka, K.A. Vimalenthirarajah.
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December 12, 2025
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Two Sri Lankans named in Australia Men's ICC U19 World Cup squad
NADEN Cooray and Nitesh Samuel from New South Wales have been named in the Australia Men’s Under-19 squad for the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026.
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December 12, 2025
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The Shoppes at City of Dreams launches eighth floor, ushers holiday magic
THE holidays are officially here, and The Shoppes at City of Dreams Sri Lanka is ready to welcome you!
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December 12, 2025
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Colombo-based diplomats make Rs. 3.6 m personal contribution to 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund
DIPLOMATS based in Colombo have made a personal contribution of Rs. 3.6 million to the government’s “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Fund, which provides relief to people affected by the recent devastating cyclone.
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December 12, 2025
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Edinborough Food Products signs with SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud (GROW with SAP) partnering PBSS Group
EDINBOROUGH Products Ltd., has commenced its SAP Cloud ERP transformation with PBSS Group, one of Sri Lanka’s most trusted and accomplished SAP partners.
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December 12, 2025
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ADB grants $ 200 m
The ADB leads the joint co-financing effort for the project, which is expected to mobilise $ 60 million from the OPEC Fund for International Development and $ 42 million from the International Fund for Agricultural Development, in addition to the ADB financing.
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December 12, 2025
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IMM snatches victory for Sri Lanka at ASOCIO Awards 2025
INCLUSIVE Media Monitoring Ltd., (IMM) has snatched a historic victory for Sri Lanka, clinching the coveted ASOCIO Outstanding Digital Transformation Organisation Award at a glittering ceremony held on 7 November in Taipei, Taiwan.
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December 12, 2025
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ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 tickets to go live today
Prices start at INR 100 and Rs. 1000
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December 12, 2025
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Excel World unveils FunPort, announces Snow World return
THIS festive season, Excel World takes centre stage once again as it transforms into Colombo’s coolest and most exciting destination with the spectacular return of Snow World 2025 and the grand introduction of FunPort, a reimagined, all-encompassing entertainment zone designed to elevate leisure and family fun in the city.
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December 12, 2025
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Last year's finalists Bloomfield, NCC come out for first time
SLC Major Club 3-day tournament
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December 12, 2025
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Nation branding ‘earned, not advertised’: Mudadeniya
SRI Lanka Tourism Advisory Committee Chairman Dileep Mudadeniya stressed that nation branding and destination marketing are fundamentally different, whilst urging the policymakers and industry stakeholders to clearly understand this distinction when shaping Sri Lanka’s long-term tourism strategy.
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December 11, 2025
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Hela Apparel outlines Rs. 15.1 b debt restructuring terms
HELA Apparel Holdings PLC yesterday said it has reached agreements in principle with all lending banks on a debt restructuring proposal covering Rs. 15.1 billion in existing borrowings, while discussions continue with prospective strategic investors regarding a potential investment ranging from Rs. 3 billion to Rs. 4.4 billion.
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