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CDS and Sampath Bank sign MoU to streamline foreign investor onboarding through digital integration
THE Central Depository Systems Ltd., (CDS), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sampath Bank to enhance the facilitation of Inward Investment Accounts (IIAs) for non-resident foreign individuals (FIs) in Sri Lanka.
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June 03, 2025
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Investor's love for Sri Lanka – Binod Chaudhary
BINOD Chaudhary, Nepal’s pioneering entrepreneur and Chairman of CG Corp Global, first set foot in Sri Lanka during one of its most challenging chapters—the height of the civil war.
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June 03, 2025
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Empowering minds: Andrew Bryant ignites NHRC 2025 stage with call for self-leadership in changing world
AT the heart of the National HR Conference 2025, organised by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) Sri Lanka, international keynote speaker Andrew Bryant delivered a captivating and thought-provoking address on the power of self-leadership in transforming individuals, institutions, and nations.
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June 03, 2025
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FFSL reserves mammoth amount for upcoming calendar year
FOOTBALL Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) has reserved a mammoth amount of funds - close to Rs. 1 billion - to run their affairs in the upcoming calendar year, which was approved by their stakeholders at their Annual Congress held last Saturday in Colombo.
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June 03, 2025
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CEAT Kelani soars to new altitudes with 17 Golds for Quality Improvement Projects
CEAT Kelani Holdings has won a jaw-dropping 17 Golds at the National Convention on Quality and Productivity (NCQP 2025) for Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs) conducted in the past one year, more than doubling the number of Golds the company won at this event in 2024.
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June 03, 2025
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Former Sri Lanka Olympian Kulawansa heads National Sports Selection Committee
OLYMPIAN and Women's 100m hurdles Sri Lanka record holder Sriyani Kulawansa has been appointed as the Chairperson of the National Sports Selection Committee (NSSC).
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June 03, 2025
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Prima KottuMee Spices Up Schools Rugby Season 2025
Prima KottuMee spices up Schools Rugby Season 2025
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June 03, 2025
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Activ8 Asia leverages 3CX Silver Partnership to deliver scalable, future-ready communication solutions
ACTIV8 Asia, a leading Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) service provider in Sri Lanka, is making significant strides in digital transformation through its 3CX Silver Partner status. This strategic partnership reinforces Activ8 Asia's commitment to offering next-generation, scalable communication solutions that enable businesses to stay agile, efficient, and globally connected.
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June 03, 2025
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Reforming State-owned enterprises
FOR decades our country has sustained a cumbersome and inefficient network of State-owned enterprises (SOEs), often for reasons more political than practical.
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June 03, 2025
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NDB Bank launches up-skilling program to empower women entrepreneurs to reach global markets
TAKING a bold and future-focused step in the journey of empowering Sri Lankan women, NDB Bank, together with News 1st, has unveiled the next phase of the Sri Lanka Vanithabhimana initiative, a long-term sustainability model aimed at nurturing and advancing women entrepreneurs.
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June 03, 2025
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Manchester United second most valuable club despite struggles
MANCHESTER United have been named the world’s second most valuable football club behind only Real Madrid despite their recent struggles on the pitch.
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June 03, 2025
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Sri Lanka strengthens global digital diplomacy at Asia Tech x Summit 2025 in Singapore
Digital Economy Deputy Minister Eng. Eranga Weeraratne leads Sri Lanka's delegation and participates in Ministerial Roundtable on Digital Trust, focusing on ethical Al in governance and education Holds bilateral talks with Singapore, exploring a National Digital Blueprint, Al integration and public cloud infrastructure Engages with Rwanda's ICT Minister, highlighting Sri Lankan- developed platforms like WSO2 and LSEG trading systems Confirms Starlink's operational readiness in Sri Lanka during talks with US Coordinator for International Communications and Information Policy Stephan Lang UNDP pledges support for Digital Public Infrastructure and a regional Al Forum
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June 03, 2025
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News Publisher unveils world's first corporate communications Al agent The Publicist
NEWS Publisher, a next-generation corporate communications agency, has announced the launch of its latest business automation integration: The Publicist - the world's first Al-powered corporate communications agent.
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June 03, 2025
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APB acknowledges role of bank coordinators in advancing strategic alliances
THE Association of Professional Bankers of Sri Lanka (APB) recently hosted a successful Bank Coordinators’ Event at The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo.
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June 03, 2025
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Sri Lanka-China Business Co-operation Council relaunches Business Star Awards 2025
THE Sri Lanka-China Business Co-operation Council (SLCBCC), the pioneering bilateral business council, has announced the official re-launch of the SLCBCC Business Star Awards 2025.
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June 03, 2025
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Shaping future of evaluation for enhanced accountability and better lives
■Colombo hosts Evaluation Conclave 2025 and Summit for the Future of Evaluation
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June 03, 2025
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Huawei ICT Competition 2024-2025: AI empowers education and talent growth
THE Huawei ICT Competition 2024-2025 Global Final took place in Shenzhen recently.
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June 03, 2025
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ADB supports first performance-based non-revenue water PPP project in Galle
■Groundbreaking initiative to boost water efficiency and sustainability
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June 03, 2025
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Australian Deputy PM and Defence Minister Richard Marles to visit Sri Lanka
AUSTRALIAN Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles will travel to South and Southeast Asia from 2 to 5 June 2025 for high-level meetings.
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June 03, 2025
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Health Ministry urges vigilance amid global rise in COVID-19 cases
Health Ministry issues public advisory following slight global rise in COVID-19 cases since February 2025, based on WHO data Urges public to stay calm but cautious, especially during seasonal spikes in respiratory illnesses Assures current variants in circulation are not new; no evidence of increased severity or complications reported Sri Lanka sees slight increase in cases, with current positivity at around 2%, up from earlier 2025 levels Health Ministry Secretary Dr. Anil Jasinghe asserts authorities remain vigilant in monitoring disease trends, and public need not panic unnecessarily High-risk groups—seniors, pregnant women, young children, and chronically ill—are advised to take extra precautions Advises mask use for symptomatic individuals, hand hygiene and avoiding crowded places No need for hospitalisation unless symptoms like breathing difficulty occur Authorities remain vigilant; no new variants or major public health threats identified
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June 03, 2025
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CSE begins June extending gains enjoyed in May
THE Colombo stock market began the month of June on a positive note, extending the gains enjoyed in May.
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June 03, 2025
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Bottleneck in drug testing: Sri Lanka's bioequivalence challenge
SRI Lanka's drive to boost local pharmaceutical manufacturing is running up against a critical bottleneck: the scarcity of bioequivalence testing facilities.
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June 03, 2025
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SLIM SME Development Awards 2024 concludes with resounding success
Celebrating Sri Lanka's pioneering SME entrepreneurs with national recognition
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June 03, 2025
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Organisation of Professional Associations of Sri Lanka: Tower of strength
CELEBRATING a Golden Jubilee marks a remarkable milestone in the journey of any organisation. It is with great pride, honour, and a deep sense of responsibility that I step into the role of President of the Organisation of Professional Associations of Sri Lanka (OPA) during this historic year.
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June 03, 2025
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Old Kingswoodians clinch Cup title at Eagles' Rugby Sevens 2025
OLD Kingswoodians beat Old Peterites to secure the Cup championship win at the Eagles Rugby Sevens 2025 which was worked off at the Havelock Park last weekend in front of an appreciative crowd.
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June 03, 2025
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Child safety requires full protection of all child rights
A rights-centric school is not simply one that teaches about rights—it lives them years. They are not neutral spaces—they shape not only knowledge but identity, agency, values, and world-views. That's why schools must go beyond simply delivering the curriculum or ensuring enrolment. They must become rights-upholding institutions, where every aspect of schooling is informed by the dignity, agency, and evolving capacities of the child.
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June 03, 2025
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2025 Women's Emerging Asia Cup in Sri Lanka postponed
Adverse weather conditions and health conditions stated as reasons
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June 03, 2025
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NEXT Ventures opens Colombo hub in strategic global expansion move
Establishes specialised teams in customer support, global payroll, technical assistance, and R&D to power 24/7 global fintech services
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June 03, 2025
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PickMe delivers Rs. 1.17 b net profit in first full year post-IPO
■ Achieves 54% Return on Equity ■ Gross Transaction Value up 47% to Rs. 57 b ■ Expands operations to five new regions: Jaffna, Ratnapura, Nuwara Eliya, Puttalam, and Anuradhapura; Regional trips now make up 19% of total volume ■ Invests over Rs. 1 b in technology and intellectual property
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June 02, 2025
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Trade deficit nearly doubles MoM to $ 717 m in April
THE trade deficit in April had nearly doubled as against March due to higher imports and slower growth in exports.
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