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Jevahn and Reshan to tee off in Jakarta
TWO of Sri Lanka's finest junior golfers, Jevahn Sathasivam and Reshan Algama, will represent the country at the upcoming Ciputra Golfpreneur Junior World Championship in Indonesia from 10 to 12 June.
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June 09, 2025
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Maxtherm Lanka saves valuable forex through sustainable energy innovations
MAXTHERM Lanka Ltd., a leader in sustainable thermal energy solutions, has helped Sri Lanka save valuable foreign exchange by significantly reducing the country's dependence on imported fossil fuels.
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June 09, 2025
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Sri Lanka's first survey on taxpayer awareness reveals big gaps in understanding rights and obligations
ICCSL report urges more inclusive, trust-based approach to tax education
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June 09, 2025
Daily FT
Deep water bunkering terminal at Port of Colombo:
Feasibility and economic impact – Part 1
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June 09, 2025
Daily FT
Asylum seeker 'who recruited child soldiers' wins appeal to stay in Britain
■Legal victory despite being refused refugee status in France for being alleged war criminal
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June 09, 2025
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Sri Lanka online safety and personal data protection: Thoughts for our legislators towards bipartisan consensus
WHILE yet overseas, I was alerted to the parliamentary debate last week, in connection with amendments to our Personal Data Protection Act.
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June 09, 2025
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Ramanika Unamboowe joins HNB Finance Board
TOP professional Ramanika Unamboowe has joined HNB Finance PLC as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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June 09, 2025
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British Council, HSBC and Education Ministry complete English Communication Skills for Remote Delivery Project
THE British Council, in collaboration with HSBC and the Education Ministry, held an Awards Ceremony recently, to commemorate the successful completion of the English Communication Skills for Remote Delivery Project (ECSRD) 2025.
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June 09, 2025
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Sri Lanka marks milestone in sustainable tourism with Sigiriya
SRI Lanka is making significant strides in the global movement towards sustainable tourism, with several key initiatives now reaching critical milestones.
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June 09, 2025
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Visa drives digitisation and economic growth through effective partnerships
SRI Lanka’s cashless journey has accelerated greatly, buoyed by increasing internet penetration and a projected $ 2.8 billion ecommerce market by 2024. For over 37 years, Visa has championed digital payments and financial inclusion, collaborating with banks, consumers, and businesses in Sri Lanka’s economic landscape.
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June 09, 2025
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Teaching English to underprivileged students by English-Speaking Union of Sri Lanka
THE English-Speaking Union of Sri Lanka (ESU) launched its new project recently to teach English to underprivileged students, free of charge.
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June 09, 2025
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Hayleys signs PPA for 50 MW wind power project with $ 50 m investment
HAYWIND One Ltd., said last week it signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Ceylon Electricity Board on 28 May for a 50 MW wind power project located in Mannar under the Build, Own and Operate model.
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June 09, 2025
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MullenLowe's Harendra Uyanage awarded inaugural Next Generation Leader Scholarship to Cannes Lions
AT a special ceremony held in Colombo recently, MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka Senior Vice President and Executive Creative Director Harendra Uyanage, was named the first-ever recipient of the Next Generation Leader scholarship.
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June 09, 2025
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Cambridge hosts South Asia Schools Conference to navigate future of learning
THE International Education group at Cambridge University Press and Assessment hosted its second annual South Asia Cambridge Schools Conference, bringing together 400 educators, school and thought leaders from India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and the Maldives.
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June 09, 2025
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SLCB organises forum on role of digital marketing in advancing business and MICE Events
THE Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB) successfully organised an educational session titled “Connecting digital marketing for successful business/MICE Events” on 26 May at the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management Auditorium.
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June 09, 2025
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Dangerous precedent for judicial integrity
LAST week, former Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuriya presented his credentials as Sri Lanka’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations (PRUN) in New York representing not just a troubling development for the judicial system, but a step backward for the country’s democratic and legal institutions. Jayasuriya’s appointment sends a disturbing message to all serving judges who are meant to be independent of the executive: the price for serving the Government’s interests is not just political survival, it’s the promise of a cushy, high-profile post in retirement. In other words it is a bribe to the judiciary.
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June 09, 2025
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SLIIT celebrates academic excellence at Convocation
SLIIT, recognised as Sri Lanka’s No. 1 non-State university, standing third nationwide in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025, successfully concluded its March 2025 Convocation recently.
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June 09, 2025
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Radisson Hotel Colombo welcomes Spanish influencer group on Sri Lanka familiarisation tour
RADISSON Hotel Colombo recently hosted a group of renowned Spanish bloggers and social media influencers, marking the beginning of their familiarisation tour of Sri Lanka organised by the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB).
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June 09, 2025
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Indian Ocean Region: Missed opportunity for Sri Lankan leadership
THE Indian Ocean Region—home to 35% of the world's population across 36 nations—stands as the backbone of global commerce. With 70,000 km of coastline and over 100,000 ships transiting annually, carrying 50% of global containerised cargo and 42% of crude oil, this region holds immense strategic weight.
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June 09, 2025
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World Environment Day at Taj Samudra, Colombo
IN celebration of World Environment Day, Taj Samudra, Colombo reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship by organising a meaningful tree planting activity at the North Lawns of the hotel on 5 June.
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June 09, 2025
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Secondary Bond market yields edge down on shorter tenors
THE Secondary Bond market last week was initially characterised by yields moving mostly sideways, fluctuating within a narrow band. This period of consolidation followed the bull run triggered by the policy rate cut announced on 22 May. Sporadic bouts of profit-taking pressure were witnessed; however, they were curtailed by strong buying interest at the higher levels. Two-way quotes closed lower, with yields trending down mainly on shorter tenor bonds. This positive sentiment was supported by the midweek Treasury bill auction, where the weighted averages of longer-tenor securities declined, reinforcing the downward pressure on yields.
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June 09, 2025
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India reports more COVID-19 deaths
INDIA’S active COVID-19 case tally has risen to 6,133 with 378 fresh cases reported in the past 24 hours, according to the latest data released by the Health and Family Welfare Ministry of India.
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June 09, 2025
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ESOFT launches ESU Kandy to transform higher education in Sri Lanka's hill capital
ESOFT, a prominent higher education institution in Sri Lanka, has announced the official opening of ESOFT Uni (ESU) Kandy, its independent arm dedicated to delivering world-class undergraduate and post-graduate education in the hill capital.
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June 09, 2025
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Port City Colombo and University of Moratuwa host first-ever 'Smart City Ideathon'
Initiative to advance urban innovation
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June 09, 2025
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Sri Lanka name 4 uncapped players for first Test v BD
SRI Lanka have picked four uncapped players and recalled versatile spinner Akila Dananjaya in their 18-member squad for the first cricket Test against Bangladesh starting at Galle on 17 June.
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June 07, 2025
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President calls to expedite urban development projects
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday stressed the urgent need to accelerate urban development initiatives, directing officials to prioritise their timely completion in line with the original schedules.
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June 07, 2025
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CIABOC Director General calls for public-driven reform under new anti-corruption strategy
THE Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) Director General Ranga Dissanayake on Thursday underscored the urgency of systemic reform, institutional strengthening and public participation in the battle against corruption.
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June 07, 2025
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A brief relief for a regime set to suffer no small grief
A rainbow seems to have appeared over the skies of a regime under a cloud. It was a sullen sky in May, and - the truth be told —a once-clear cerulean space darkened by no few thunderheads for the under-pressure NPP government.
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June 07, 2025
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Sri Lanka Tourism to unveil long-awaited 'Nation Branding Campaign' on 26 June
AFTER months of anticipation, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) yesterday announced that it will officially launch its long-awaited 'Nation Branding Campaign' on 26 June, to rejuvenate its global tourism image and woo travellers.
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June 07, 2025
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16 teams gear up for pre-quarters of MCA 'G' Division League
THE league stage of the ongoing 14th Stafford Motor Co. sponsored, “Honda” Trophy — MCA “G” Division 25 Over League Tournament 2025, came to a conclusion after completing 133 half day matches and the following 16 teams advanced to the pre-quarter finals.
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