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UAE outplay Oman for first win
United Arab Emirates (UAE) outplayed Oman in all departments to register a 42-run win and post their first points in their Group A match of the Asia Cup, played at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, yesterday.
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September 16, 2025
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Kandy Regional Junior Open Golf tees off today
KANDY Regional Junior Open Golf Championship 2025 organised by Sri Lanka Golf and sponsored by Prima will take place from today till 18 September at the Victoria Golf Resort in Rajawella.
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September 16, 2025
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Union Assurance introduces industry first by offering digital health services via Clicklife app
UNION Assurance has announced a strategic partnership with Flash Health to offer free monthly online doctor consultations to its customers.
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September 16, 2025
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Discover Bentota with Nyne Hotels: Culture, nature, and coastal charm
BENTOTA, a former fishing community on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, offers cultural heritage, natural sights, and seaside activities.
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September 16, 2025
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Gold wins for Heel Oya Village, Jetwing Vil Uyana and Heritance Kandalama at Indian Subcontinent Responsible Tourism Awards 2025
EVERY year, the International Centre for Responsible Tourism (ICRT) recognises responsible tourism changemakers around the world with regional and global awards.
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September 16, 2025
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SAFF UNDER-17 SOCCER TOURNAMENT
Nepal snatch convincing 2-0 win over hosts in curtain raiser
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September 16, 2025
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Govt. assures no forced job cuts in CEB reforms: Minister
The Minister noted that all employees have been officially notified and invited to express their views within two months, stressing that the process is a legal requirement and not a move by the Ministry or the Government to pressure workers.
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September 16, 2025
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Sri Lanka shines with three Silver medals at BWF World Senior Championships 2025
SRI Lanka shined at the BWF World Senior Championships 2025, clinching three silver medals at the prestigious event held at the Eastern National Sports Training Centre in Pattaya. All three medallists were sponsored by McLarens Holdings, underscoring the company’s continued commitment to developing Sri Lankan badminton talent.
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September 16, 2025
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HelpAge Sri Lanka builds second Elders’ Day Care Centre in Laxapathiya, Moratuwa
HELPAGE Sri Lanka (HASL), is establishing its second Elders’ Day Care Centre in Laxapathiya, Moratuwa to improving the lives of underprivileged senior citizens.
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September 16, 2025
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IRCSL delegation in study tour to Indian Insurance Regulator and industry institutions
THE Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) successfully concluded a four-day study tour to India from 25 to 28 August 2025, aimed at strengthening regulatory capacity and learnings from India's progress in building a vibrant and inclusive insurance sector.
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September 16, 2025
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Sri Lankan entrepreneurs shine at Forbes Under 30 Summit Asia 2025
SRI Lanka made its presence felt at the Forbes Under 30 Summit Asia 2025, as four remarkable alumni from the island nation participated in the three-day event held in Thailand.
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September 16, 2025
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CEAT Kelani honours top dealers with ‘Autobahn 2.0’ convention and awards gala
A dazzling celebration of partnership, performance and excellence unfolded at the Shangri-La, Colombo, when CEAT Kelani Holdings, Sri Lanka’s largest manufacturer of pneumatic tyres, hosted its annual dealer convention and awards gala with customary panache.
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September 16, 2025
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Exporters press for bureaucratic, labour reforms in 2026 Budget proposals
National Chamber of Exporters presents wish list for 2026 Budget Highlights inefficient trade procedures driving delays and costs High certification costs and limited accredited facilities hamper expansion Flags acute shortage of skilled, unskilled labour across export sector; poor access to affordable finance for SMEs Recommends EDB reimburse 50% of certification costs and grant low interest loans to help exporters meet requirements Wants tax free profits for products with over 60% local value addition; triple tax deductions for R&D, innovation, and sustainability Calls for Govt. research and development fund and Sri Lankan Export Import Bank
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September 16, 2025
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Bank of Ceylon stands as cornerstone of Sri Lanka’s economic progress through capital formation, inclusion and stability
Lanka Hospitals Corporation PLC Group Managing Director Chaaminda Kumarasiri, a senior Chartered Accountant and a seasoned professional in the sector, discusses the hospital's evolution, its collaboration with the country’s largest bank, and the shared vision of advancing healthcare and economic growth in Sri Lanka.
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September 16, 2025
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Australian influencers complete successful promotional tour in Sri Lanka
FOUR leading Australian social media influencers concluded their highly impactful journey across Sri Lanka on 1 September, following nearly two weeks of immersive exploration and promotion.
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September 16, 2025
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Sanasa Life Insurance launches 'Heenalanthaya' to reward customers
SANASA Life Insurance said it has embarked on its biggest consumer promotion campaign with the launch the recent launch of 'Heenalanthaya'.
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September 16, 2025
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e-Courts project kicks off
IN a historic step towards building a modern, transparent, and citizen-focused judiciary, the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Judicial Service Commission and the Justice Ministry, officially launched the “e-Courts” project, featuring a state-of-the-art Web Portal and an integrated e-Case Management System for all Court Houses.
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September 16, 2025
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M.H.M. Ashraff PC: Power of education to transform communities
WHEN history remembers leaders, it often lists their victories, their alliances, or their parliamentary debates. But the truest measure of a leader lies in the legacy that endures long after their voice has fallen silent. On 16 September 2025, the day which marks the 25th anniversary of the passing of M.H.M. Ashraff PC, that is the very question that begs a response.
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September 16, 2025
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National Shoora Council urges UN to suspend Israel from UN
The National Shoora Council (NSC) yesterday urged UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to facilitate the grant of full membership in the UN to Palestine and to suspend Israel from the UN until Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is surrendered to the International Criminal Court (ICC) in pursuance of the international warrant issued by the ICC for the arrest of Israel’s PM. The following is the text of the letter dated 14 September 2025 addressed to the SG of the UN.
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September 16, 2025
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Radisson redefines hospitality with AI-powered guest experience
RADISSON Blu Resort, Galle, Radisson Hotel Colombo, and Radisson Hotel Kandy have become the frst hotel group in Sri Lanka to introduce an Al-powered multi-channel conversational agent, setting a new benchmark in hospitality innovation
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September 16, 2025
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SpeedBay brings world-class SODIKART karts to Sri Lanka
Karts will now feature enhanced performance and improved safety, with participants eligible for global Sodi World Series
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September 16, 2025
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Nilendra Weerasinghe joins Panasian Power Board
PANASIAN Power PLC yesterday announced the appointment of Nilendra Weerasinghe as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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September 16, 2025
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FIRST MALDIVES MASTERS TOURNAMENT Former Women's TT champ Tamara wins four Bronze medals
FORMER Sri Lanka Women's Table Tennis champion Tamara Hewage won four bronze medals at the first international Maldives Masters tournament where 17 countries and 150 players participated.
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September 16, 2025
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SIXTH YOUTH UNDER-19 ODI West Indies take series-winning lead in high-scoring game
WEST Indies took a series winning 4-2 lead in the seven-match Youth ODI Under-19 series when they beat Sri Lanka by 3 wickets in the sixth game played at the Sri Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua.
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September 16, 2025
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Profit-taking, lower investor enthusiasm drag CSE further down
THE Colombo stock market yesterday began a fresh week negatively due to profit-taking whilst investor activity was relatively subdued due to below average turnover.
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September 16, 2025
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India refuse handshakes with Pakistan players
NO handshakes were exchanged before or after India’s seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup on Sunday as tensions between the two countries spilled out onto the field in Dubai.
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September 16, 2025
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North, East and West: Navigating Sri Lanka's compass in new world order
WHEN the National People’s Power (NPP) Government assumed office in September 2024, it inherited more than a fragile economy and the hopes of a disillusioned citizenry. It also assumed responsibility for steering Sri Lanka through arguably the most significant moment of international recalibration since the end of the Cold War.
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September 16, 2025
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93rd Ritzbury Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletic Championship concludes
Showcases the emerging talent of over 5,000 athletes across the country
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September 16, 2025
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Budget 2026 imperative: Making housing affordable through tax reform
HOUSING is a fundamental human need. Yet, for many Sri Lankans, the dream of owning a home remains elusive due to rising property prices, volatility of interest rates, and limited access to affordable financing. In this context, it is both timely and necessary for the Government of Sri Lanka to reintroduce housing loan interest as a qualifying payment relief under personal income tax—reviving a policy that once existed in the Sri Lankan income tax Law.
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September 16, 2025
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Butter-fingered Hong Kong China give Sri Lanka a scare
First-ever international between the two sides in any format
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