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Virtusa CEO bets big on AI, eyes $ 5 b by 2030
Virtusa’s new leadership has set an ambitious vision to transform the company into a $5 billion enterprise by 2030, positioning it as the world’s leading domain-driven engineering partner for the Al-enterprise.
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September 02, 2025
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32nd Singer-MCA Super Premier League Cricket Tournament commences today
THE 32nd edition of the Singer-MCA Super Premier League Cricket Tournament commences today.
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September 02, 2025
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Seeni Colombo wins big at Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025 for ground-breaking ‘Rebecaa Lee’ Campaign
Agency takes home Gold for Best Innovative Idea and Silver for Best Cause, Environment and Sustainability
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September 02, 2025
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Jayasuriya pours heart out on Sri Lanka's first overseas ODI series win in 11 years
■ Says winning a series outside Sri Lanka against any team is an achievement ■ Stresses “overcoming the high-altitude conditions was the key for us”
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September 02, 2025
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AKD kicks off SLC-led work on Jaffna International Cricket Stadium
SRI Lanka Cricket (SLC) yesterday laid the foundation stone for the construction of the Jaffna International Cricket Stadium (JICS) in Mandaitivu, Jaffna.
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September 02, 2025
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Audi rolls out all-new A6 Series in Abu Dhabi
THE all-new Audi A6 models — A6 Sedan, A6 Avant, A6 e-tron, and S6 e-tron have hit the showrooms in Abu Dhabi.
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September 02, 2025
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Foreign Minister Herath welcomes Xi’s global initiatives at SCO Plus
China and Russia push for new global order at Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting
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September 02, 2025
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Capitalism, socialism, and promise of social entrepreneurship
Social entrepreneurship speaks directly to our current crisis
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September 02, 2025
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HSBC Empowers Lankan Youth as Climate Change Action Ambassadors
The Climate Ambassadors programme, launched in partnership with Janathakshan, seeks to nurture young people passionate about tackling climate change by strengthening their knowledge and skills.
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September 02, 2025
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Accountability is not petty: Response to Dr. Dayan Jayatilleka
Dayan claims that Ranil’s stabilisation of the economy outweighs the Rs. 16.6 million misuse. But this inverts ethics. If those who “saved” the nation are free to encroach on public funds, accountability is meaningless. Proportionality requires the opposite: that leaders embody restraint, modelling the very discipline they ask of citizens. Service cannot be turned into a shield against scrutiny
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September 02, 2025
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CCCI recognises Northern Coconut Triangle as key step in Sri Lanka's socio-economic growth trajectory
AS Sri Lanka marks World Coconut Day on 2 September, it also marks the beginning of a new chapter for one of the nation’s most important crops.
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September 02, 2025
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JXG’s bold ‘She Saw Stars’ campaign wins Gold at Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025 and sparks real change
A stunning starry night sky, concealing a darker truth has earned JXG (Janashakthi Group), a Gold Dragon at Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025, Asia’s elite Marketing Communications Industry Recognition Program.
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September 02, 2025
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Secondary Bond market yields hold steady; activity subdued
Rupee appreciates
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September 02, 2025
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Neela Marikkar wins “Sri Lanka Iconic Woman 2025” award
NEELA Marikkar, a trailblazing Sri Lankan business leader known for her brilliant advertising prowess and peace activism was honoured as a “Sri Lanka Iconic Woman 2025,” at a national awards ceremony held at the BMICH in celebration of the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC) 100-year legacy in broadcasting. The event was organised by TOP C Magazine of Action Media Solutions.
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September 02, 2025
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Sampath Bank signs MoU with Prime EV to support greener and affordable transportation
SAMPATH Bank PLC has formed a strategic partnership with Prime EV Automobiles Ltd. at its head office recently, marking a pivotal move to advance electric mobility in Sri Lanka.
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September 02, 2025
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Record prize money revealed for Women’s Cricket World Cup
World cricket governing body unveils fourfold increase in prize money for upcoming Women's Cricket World Cup in India and Sri Lanka
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September 02, 2025
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Leading automobile trainer Isuru Gunasekara honoured at Asia Miracle and Pinnacle Awards
ISURU Gunasekara has been honoured as the Best Automobile Training Lecturer of the Year at two leading award ceremonies: the Asia Miracle Awards 2025 and the Pinnacle Awards 2024.
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September 02, 2025
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Gvt. launches ‘Seiri Week’ to boost efficiency in public service
THE Government yesterday announced the launch of a special program titled 'Seiri Week’ under the national initiative ‘Clean Sri Lanka’. Scheduled to take place from 1 to 4 September, the program will be implemented across all State institutions with the aim of improving efficiency, productivity, and workplace organisation in the public service.
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September 02, 2025
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Insurance Association of Sri Lanka's 'Driven by Purpose, Defined by People' HR conference a success
The Insurance Association of Sri Lanka (IASL), the official representative body of the country's Insurance industry, successfully concluded its annual HR Conference at the Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams recently.
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September 01, 2025
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US appeals court rules Trump's sweeping tariffs illegal, but keeps them in place for now
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that President Donald Trump had no legal right to impose sweeping tariffs on almost every country on earth but left in place for now his effort to build a protectionist wall around the American economy.
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September 01, 2025
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BALPP to hold workshop on research methodology for public policy
THE Bandaranaike Academy for Leadership and Public Policy (BALPP) has organised a one-day workshop with the objective of introducing key research methods used in public policy research and equipping participants with the skills and knowledge to critically asess and evaluate public policy research and evidence-based decision making.
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September 01, 2025
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TFAB to host Quiz and Social Evening at Marino Beach Hotel
THE Trade Finance Association of Bankers (TFAB) is all set to host its much-anticipated Quiz and Social Evening on Saturday, 13 September, at the prestigious Marino Beach Hotel, Colombo, starting from 3 p.m. onwards.
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September 01, 2025
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Hishan Singhawansa new CEO of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts
CINNAMON Hotels & Resorts has appointed Hishan Singhawansa as its new Chief Executive Officer, unveiling the vision to strengthen the brand's role as one of the largest contributors to Sri Lanka's tourism sector and position the country's standing as a global destination.
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September 01, 2025
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Softlogic Life: Redefining Insurance Through People, Access, and Trust
When Sri Lanka's life insurance sector seemed slow to evolve, Softlogic Life chose a different path.
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September 01, 2025
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HNB Assurance Celebrates Insurance Month with Renewed Commitment to Protection and Progress
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) proudly joins hands with the rest of the industry to mark Insurance Month 2025, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding the dreams, aspirations and financial security of Sri Lankans across the nation.
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September 01, 2025
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SEC defers trading suspension of Softlogic shares till end-November
THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted deferment of the trading suspension of the securities of Softlogic Holdings PLC until 30 November 2025.
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September 01, 2025
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Educational reforms meaningless unless learning culture is inculcated
Unceasing educational reform activities
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September 01, 2025
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End July Budget deficit down 36% YoY
GIVING investors a strong signal on the economic recovery and future stability, the Government continues to report impressive gains in fiscal performance, with the Budget deficit in nominal terms falling by 36.3% to Rs. 556.1 billion in the first seven months of 2025, down from Rs. 872.6 billion in the same period of 2024.
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September 01, 2025
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MillenniumIT ESP supports inaugural Global CIO Circle Innovation Summit and Retreat, Sri Lanka
MILLENNIUMIT ESP, a leading technology solutions provider in Sri Lanka and a member of the Ambeon Group, yesterday announced that it is a key supporting partner of the inaugural Global CIO Circle Innovation Summit and Retreat 2025, taking place from 2-4 September in Colombo.
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September 01, 2025
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Govt. gazettes VRS for CEB employees
THE Government has introduced a new voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) for employees of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) who do not wish to transfer to the successor company.
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