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SMI Group’s latest completion – “PRIVE” now ready for occupation
THE SMI Group of Companies announced the successful completion and readiness for occupation of its latest premium residential development, \"PRIVE\", located at No. 121, Jawatta Road, Colombo 5.
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August 14, 2025
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thinkCube secures SLC domestic cricket event rights
IN a landmark moment for Sri Lankan sports and media, thinkCube Systems has secured the event rights for Sri Lanka Cricket's (SLC) domestic tournaments and youth national inbound tours as granted by SLC.
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August 14, 2025
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Cabinet...
The move directs the Legal Draftsman to prepare a new draft based on the final report compiled by the appointed Policy and Monitoring Committee.
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August 14, 2025
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People's Bank selects 14 winners of 'Vaasi Kotiyai 2025 – Send and Win Bangkok Tours' campaign
PEOPLE'S Bank recently conducted the weekly draws of its 'People's Remittance Vaasi Kotiyai 2025 – Send and Win Bangkok Tours' campaign, selecting 14 winners for the period from 23 April to 29 July. The event was held at the Overseas Customer Services premises in Colombo 10.
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August 14, 2025
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Were lessons learnt from X-Press Pearl maritime disaster?
THE Supreme Court recently delivered a landmark ruling in which it ordered the owners and operators of the MV X-Press Pearl to pay $ 1 billion in compensation for the devastation caused to the environment and the economic cost caused by the sinking of the ship off the island’s western coast in 2021.
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August 14, 2025
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AFC expands islandwide presence with Chenkalady branch opening
ALLIANCE Finance Co. PLC (AFC) has opened a new branch in Chenkalady while relocating its Ambalantota and Homagama branches to more convenient and accessible locations.
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August 14, 2025
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West Indies break 34-year drought with Pakistan series win
A drought-breaking performance from the West Indies as they register their first series triumph over Pakistan since 1991
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August 14, 2025
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Indian Flavours, One Spread to Savour: Sumptuous regional Indian delights at The Dining Room, Colombo
CINNAMON Lakeside Colombo has presented Indian Flavours: One Spread to Savour, a themed buffet running through August at The Dining Room.
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August 14, 2025
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12 shuttlers to represent Sri Lanka at Badminton Asia Regional Championship
SRI Lanka will be represented by 12 aspiring and talented shuttlers at the Badminton Asia Regional Championship 2025, which is scheduled to take place in Thimphu, Bhutan from 15 August. Sri Lanka Badminton (SLB) announced a strong squad of 12 shuttlers for the South Asian regional competition organised by the Bhutan Badminton Association under the supervision of Badminton Asia.
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August 14, 2025
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MBA Kelaniya welcomes 19th batch with revised curriculum
UNIVERSITY of Kelaniya's MBA program is enrolling its 19th batch. Launched in 2005, MBA Kelaniya has continually evolved to meet the changing demands of both local and global business environments.
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August 14, 2025
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History repeats, failure to failure
\"The great theatre of the world has a small personnel. In historic costumes, with the language of various epochs in their mouths, the same figures keep appearing, playing in a few eternal conflicts
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August 14, 2025
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Ancient Vedda Heritage Museum in Dambana gets new life through EU-funded revival project
Transformative reconstruction brings 300-year-old artefacts home and creates sustainable livelihoods for Sri Lanka's last forest-dwelling indigenous community
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August 14, 2025
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Investment banking builds new ground at Bank of Ceylon
A closer look at how Bank of Ceylon is advancing market-based finance, advisory, and wealth services
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August 14, 2025
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Message of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the occasion of Independence Day of Islamic Republic of Pakistan
Today, with gratitude to Almighty Allah, | extend my heartfelt felicitations to the nation on the 78th Independence Day of Pakistan.
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August 14, 2025
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Sanath Jayasuriya's son Ranuk and Kenul de Zoysa rescue SSC
RANUK Jayasuriya, son of legendary Sri Lanka cricketer and present head coach Sanath Jayasuriya and Kenul de Zoysa scored centuries apiece to give SSC a first innings points win against Kurunegala YCC in their SLC Under 23 Emerging Club two-day match concluded at the CCC grounds yesterday.
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August 14, 2025
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Trade under pressure: India’s rise and Sri Lanka’s struggle in tea and oil sectors amid sanctions
ON 30 July 2025, President Donald Trump announced a 25% reciprocal tariff on imports from India, to take effect from 1 August (later formally deferred to 7 August).
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August 14, 2025
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The Fort Café by Tasty Caterers opens in Colombo's business hub
WITH over four decades in Sri Lanka’s food industry, Tasty Caterers recently opened The Fort Café by Tasty at the Australia Building on York Street, marking the brand’s expansion into a café space offering culinary excellence and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
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August 14, 2025
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Ambeon Group reports strong Q1 performance with significant profit growth
Says diversified portfolio and strategic agility propelled Q1 2025/26 results
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August 14, 2025
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SLC Greys qualify for final against SLC Greens in T20 League
SLC Blues bow out despite best display in the tournament
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August 14, 2025
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Bar Champs 2025 Grand Finale puts Sri Lankan bartending talent in spotlight
Cinnamon Lakeside's Akash Rajapaksha crowned champion
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August 14, 2025
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Secondary bond market yields steady
T-bill rates dip lower at weekly auction; Auction fully subscribed @ Rupee appreciates
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August 14, 2025
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Govt. allocates Rs. 2 b for District Development Program 2025
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved allocating funds under the 2025 Budget for the implementation of the District Development Program -2025, a national-level initiative aimed at reducing poverty and accelerating regional growth.
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August 13, 2025
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Sri Lanka pitches stability, stellar rebound at Singapore investment forum
Economic Development Deputy Minister Prof. Anil J. Fernando says investment-led growth key to reversing \"lost decade\" at Invest Sri Lanka investment forum held in Singapore yesterday organised by SEC, CSE Notes capital expenditure difficult but essential for growth Says Govt. aiming for stable policy environment; single-window for investments planned Lists priority sectors: energy, tourism, manufacturing, agriculture, digitalisation, logistics; nuclear, oil and gas under consideration CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe forecasts 5% growth for 2025 Says IMF targets reached ahead of expectations Says State no longer crowding out private credit; inflation to stay stable Reserves build up organic, not debt-driven Notes debt restructuring completion could lift rating from CCC+ to B Tells investors now is the time: 'Wait for B sovereign credit rating and it may be too late'
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August 13, 2025
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Green light for stalled urban development projects
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday has given the green light to resume construction on 11 urban development projects that were halted or delayed since 2021 due to the economic crisis.
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August 13, 2025
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GIS-based rubber land mapping to meet EUDR rules
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved implementing Geographic Information System (GIS)-based rubber land mapping to ensure compliance with European Union regulations and safeguard Sri Lanka's market access.
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August 13, 2025
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SLC UNDER-23 EMERGING CLUB 2-DAY TOURNAMENT
Six centuries despite fickle weather conditions
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August 13, 2025
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Sri Lanka to explore floating solar power development
Cabinet approves to start procurement for consultants to conduct feasibility studies
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August 13, 2025
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New Port City regulations to be tabled in Parliament soon
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the submission of regulations issued under the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act No. 11 of 2021 in Parliament for approval.
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August 13, 2025
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Govt. accelerates green hydrogen push with policy framework and national consultations
THE Government is intensifying its pursuit of sustainable energy solutions by moving forward with the development of a green hydrogen industry, identified as a key pillar in the country's strategy to diversify its energy mix and significantly cut carbon emissions.
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August 13, 2025
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Alliance Finance to raise Rs. 2 b via listed Social Bonds
ALLIANCE Finance Company PLC will raise Rs.2 billion via listed Social Bonds, now up for grabs.
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