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Watagala’s threat to Freedom of Expression
FOLLOWING the severe devastation caused byCyclone Ditwah, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake declared a State of Public Emergency across the country.
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December 10, 2025
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Australia's contribution boosts WFP emergency response to Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka
THE United Nations World Food Program (WFP) has scaled up its emergency response in Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, thanks to a generous AUD 1.5 million contribution from the Government of Australia.
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December 10, 2025
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RDB reports best-ever 3Q results
Reports PBT of Rs.3.5 b in quarter, up from Rs. 663 m a year ago
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December 10, 2025
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Sumanthiran flags claim that early warning on Cyclone Ditwah went unheeded
ILANKAI Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) MP M.A.
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December 10, 2025
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China donates 85 MT of flood relief supplies
CHINA yesterday delivered a major humanitarian relief consignment to Sri Lanka to support recovery efforts following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, which swept across the island recently.
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December 10, 2025
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Cyclone Ditwah: A harsh reflection of Sri Lanka’s early-warning gap
CYCLONE
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December 10, 2025
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Why Sri Lanka must step up for children orphaned by Ditwah cyclone
THE recent cyclone has left behind more than damaged homes and broken infrastructure.
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December 10, 2025
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NDB Recognised Among Sri Lanka's Best at CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025
National Development Bank PLC (NDB) continues to reinforce its leadership in corporate reporting, having once again been honoured at the prestigious CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025.
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December 10, 2025
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Binance first crypto exchange to secure global licence under ADGM framework
BINANCE, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and users, has announced a landmark regulatory achievement: The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, the Capital of the UAE, has formally approved the authorisation of Binance's global platform, Binance.com, under a comprehensive regulatory framework.
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December 10, 2025
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Sinopec Supports Flood-Hit Communities with Emergency Water Relief Under Clear Spring Initiative
SINOPEC has mobilized to support relief efforts by donating 75,000 Litres of bottled drinking water to flood affected regions.
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December 10, 2025
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Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh to level Under-17 one-day series 1-all
SRI Lanka beat Bangladesh by 6 wickets to win the second Under17 one-day limited-over match and level the threematch series one-all at Chattogram yesterday.
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December 10, 2025
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Hayleys Fabric Triumphs at CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025
Strategic Partner
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December 10, 2025
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Govt. appoints committee to coordinate foreign aid for disaster-affected
A high-level national committee has been appointed to streamline the coordination and distribution of foreign humanitarian aid sent to support Sri Lankans affected by the recent floods.
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December 10, 2025
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Pocket Dynamite Pathum is unstoppable
Sets the International T20 League on fire
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December 10, 2025
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Sri Lankan firms seek partnerships at India's EXCON 2025
THE 13th edition of EXCON 2025, the world's third-largest construction equipment exhibition organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), opened yesterday at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru, and will conclude on 13 December.
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December 10, 2025
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Advantis Clinches Top Award for Integrated Reporting in the Transportation & Logistics Sector at CMA Awards 2025
Hayleys Advantis, the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys PLC, secured the award for Best Integrated Report in the Transportation and Logistics Sector at the CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025.
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December 10, 2025
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Adapting to global trade shifts: Strategic opportunities for Sri Lanka amid US tariff measures
SRI Lanka is currently navigating a complex international trade environment shaped by the imposition of new US tariffs on a range of imported goods.
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December 10, 2025
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Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC Triumphs with Overall Gold and Four Prestigious Category Wins at CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025
Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC (TTE PLC), a proud member of the Hayleys Plantations Sector, achieved top honours at the CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025, held on 17th November 2025 at Cinnamon Life - City of Dreams, securing five prestigious accolades.
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December 10, 2025
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Dinsara to lead Sri Lanka to Under-19 Asia Cup in UAE
MIDDLE order batsman Vimath Dinsara of Royal College, Colombo will lead a 15-member Sri Lanka team to the ACC Men's Under-19 Asia Cup (50-over) in the UAE.
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December 10, 2025
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Matsuyama wins play-off at Hero World Challenge
JAPAN'S Hideki Matsuyama beat Sweden's Alex Noren in a one-hole playoff to win his second Hero World Challenge title in Albany.
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December 10, 2025
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Landslide evacuation warning extended to four districts
THE National Building and Research Organisation (NBRO) yesterday extended its Level-3 (Red) landslide evacuation warning for multiple areas across Kandy, Kegalle, Kurunegala and Matale, with the alert now in force until 4:00 p.m. today.
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December 10, 2025
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Then as farce, now as tragedy: The second coming of Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority
THE Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bill that was defeated by communities affected by microfinance, women victims and community credit providers in April 2024, has reincarnated.
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December 10, 2025
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Axiata sees Sri Lanka emerging as digital investment hub: Group CEO Vivek Sood
AXIATA Group Berhad Group CEO/ Managing Director Vivek Sood said the Malaysian telecoms giant remains committed to Sri Lanka as a long-term strategic investment destination, despite challenges and market exits elsewhere in the region, citing the country’s digital ambitions, talent base and regulatory openness as decisive factors.
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December 09, 2025
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China trade surplus tops $ 1 t for first time amid pivot to counter US lull
CHINA'S annual trade surplus in goods has topped $1 trillion for the first time, with plunging exports to the United States amid a tariff war more than compensated for by shipments to other markets, new data shows.
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December 09, 2025
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Pathfinder Foundation conducts high-level event on management of public finance
THE Pathfinder Foundation conducted a high-level event, focusing on the theme “Managing Public Finance: The South Asian Experience.”
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December 09, 2025
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EDB launches fast-track relief to support exporters affected by adverse weather
THE Export Development Board (EDB) has launched a rapid relief and recovery program following the severe impact of adverse weather conditions on Sri Lanka’s export sector.
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December 09, 2025
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SL draws over 43,000 tourists in first week of December despite Ditwah
THE tourism industry has posted a strong opening week for December, welcoming 43,329 visitors in the first seven days of the month despite the disruptions caused by Cyclone Ditwah, reflecting a 5.2% year-on-year (YoY) increase.
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December 09, 2025
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Tea industry stands strong as CTTA confirms swift return to normal operations
Notes tea-growing areas in Uva and Central Province experienced some impact; affirms no loss of manufacturing capacity States with majority of plantations and smallholder lands in South of the island, harvesting, manufacturing and transportation activities are continuing as usual Informs Tea Auction previously set for first week of the month has been rescheduled to last week of December Affirms commitment to supply ‘Ceylon Tea’ globally and remain optimistic about future
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December 09, 2025
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Jetstar to launch Australia's only low-cost direct flights to SL
Flights to commence from Aug. 2026 with fares from just $ 315
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December 09, 2025
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Nov. national sales average for tea strengthens
Gains seen in High and Low Growns
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