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50% vehicle duty surcharge extended to altered pre-15 May LCs
Amendment covers LCs opened on or before 15 May but altered thereafter
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May 25, 2026
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Economic adjustment unavoidable to restore stability: Jafferjee
JB Securities Chief Executive Officer Murtaza Jafferjee has warned that Sri Lanka must accept painful but necessary economic adjustments to restore stability in the external sector, arguing that attempts to delay or dilute those adjustments risk worsening underlying imbalances.
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May 25, 2026
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CBSL tightens LTV ratio on vehicle financing and gold-backed loans
THE Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday announced that its Governing Board has decided to introduce a maximum loan-to-value (LTV) ratio for credit facilities applicable to motor vehicle financing and loans secured by gold with effect from today (25).
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May 25, 2026
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Apparel exports decline amid weak demand in key markets
SRI Lanka’s apparel exports registered a weaker performance in April, with earnings declining 4.72% year-on-year (YoY) to $ 328.15 million from $ 344.4 million a year earlier, reflecting continued pressure in several major export markets.
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May 25, 2026
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Hemas Holdings marks milestone year in 2025/26
HEMAS Holdings PLC has announced record earnings for both the fourth quarter and full financial year 2025/26, marking a historic milestone for the Group.
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May 25, 2026
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Govt. calls for EOIs to develop underutilised plantation lands
THE Government has invited Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from eligible investors for the development and optimal utilisation of underutilised lands and properties owned by key State plantation entities, as part of broader efforts to modernise and diversify the plantation sector.
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May 25, 2026
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Sri Lanka unveils South Asia’s first solar bakery oven
Landmark clean energy promotes sustainable livelihoods, food security and local innovation
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May 25, 2026
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Cockroach Janta Party Founder says Indian Govt. took website down
THE Founder of an online satirical political movement that mocked India’s governing party has accused the Indian Government of taking down the group’s official website.
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May 25, 2026
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Trinity end Isipathana’s unbeaten run
DEFENDING league champions Trinity College yesterday produced a commanding display to end the unbeaten run of Isipathana College with an emphatic 36/12 victory in their Schools Under-19 Rugby League clash played before a packed crowd at Havelock Park.
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May 25, 2026
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The real cost of unregulated tourism in Sri Lanka
THE recent discussions surrounding “dark tourism” in Sri Lanka raise an uncomfortable but necessary question: are we slowly losing control of the tourism industry we worked so hard to build?
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May 25, 2026
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Sri Lanka showcases finest of Ceylon Tea in Türkiye to mark International Tea Day
THE Sri Lanka Embassy in Ankara, joining hands with the Sri Lanka Tea Board and BETA Food Industry and Trade Inc., celebrated International Tea Day with an exclusive afternoon dedicated to the world-famous Ceylon Tea at the Sri Lanka Residence on 18 May.
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May 25, 2026
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Lanka Microfinance Network reawakens collective voice of microfinance sector
LANKA Microfinance Network (LMFN), Sri Lanka’s dedicated national platform for the microfinance sector, formally inaugurated its governance structure on 15 May 2026 — at a landmark Meeting attended by over 100 participants representing the Microfinance Sector, practitioners and stakeholders from across the country.
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May 25, 2026
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Dr. Rohitha Silva appointed FCCISL President
DR. Rohitha Silva has been appointed President of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL), one of the country’s leading apex business organisations representing 63 chambers countrywide trade associations, entrepreneurs, regional business communities and private-sector stakeholders.
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May 25, 2026
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Heathrow continues to grow as oneworld's most served global hub
THE oneworld Alliance has expanded its presence at London’s Heathrow Airport to 14 member airlines when Alaska Airlines launched its new nonstop service to Seattle on 22 May.
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May 25, 2026
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Building a rich and acceptable national culture for Sri Lanka
SRI Lanka is one of the oldest continuously inhabited civilisations in the world. From the hydraulic marvels of ancient kings to the teachings of Buddhism, Hindu traditions, Islamic values, Christian heritage, literature, dance, architecture and village life, the country possesses a cultural foundation that many nations admire.
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May 25, 2026
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310 players to be shortlisted for 1 June player draft
Over 650 overseas players register for sixth edition of LPL
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May 25, 2026
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Sri Lanka Consulate General in Dubai and Northern Emirates celebrates International Tea Day
THE Consulate General of Sri Lanka to Dubai and the Northern Emirates recently celebrated ‘International Tea Day 2026,’ an event dedicated to the heritage and excellence of tea as designated by the UN General Assembly Resolution 74/241 and led by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) to promote sustainable tea production and consumption.
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May 25, 2026
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RR qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs; PBKS and KKR knocked out
ESPNCRICINFO: Rajasthan Royals (RR) have joined Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Gujarat Titans (GT), and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the playoffs of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 by beating Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium yesterday to secure fourth place in the points table.
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May 25, 2026
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HNB partners Hayleys to expand access to solar energy solutions
HNB PLC has entered into a strategic partnership with Hayleys Solar, the solar energy arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aimed at supporting the wider adoption of solar energy solutions among customers in the domestic as well as Commercial & Industrial (C&I) sectors.
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May 25, 2026
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PM Harini in UK says Commonwealth ‘really important forum’ in a tense world
PRIME Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has described the Commonwealth as “a really important forum” for its member countries at a time of growing geopolitical tensions and instability.
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May 25, 2026
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Dialog launches Air Fibre, Sri Lanka’s first 5G-powered ultra-fast Wi-Fi solution
DIALOG Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has announced the launch of Dialog Air Fibre powered by 5G, marking a significant step in its commitment to delivering next-generation digital experiences.
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May 25, 2026
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Hong Kong edge out gritty SL 15/14
HONG Kong registered a hard-fought 15/14 victory over Sri Lanka in their opening Asia Rugby Top 3 encounter played at the Racecourse Ground yesterday.
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May 25, 2026
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Man Utd’s Fernandes trumps Arsenal to Premier League Player of the Season award
Arsenal’s Gabriel, David Raya and Declan Rice, and Man City’s Erling Haaland and Antoine Semenyo pipped to EPL award
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May 25, 2026
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Protecting yourself from online banking frauds in Sri Lanka
THE use of digital banking services in Sri Lanka has increased rapidly over the past few years. Today, thousands of customers use mobile banking apps, internet banking platforms, QR payments, and online fund transfer facilities for their daily financial activities.
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May 25, 2026
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New Director General of Commerce (Actg.)
CAREER commercial diplomat Somasena Mahadiulwewa, last week assumed duties as the Director General of Commerce (Actg.) at the Department of Commerce (DoC), Sri Lanka.
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May 25, 2026
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Ceylon Chamber of Commerce concludes high-level economic engagements in Mumbai
TO catalyse bilateral trade and investment and drive regional economic integration, the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Mumbai facilitated a series of high-level strategic engagements between The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and leading Indian commercial institutions on 13 and 14 May.
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May 25, 2026
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E.B. Creasy Solar partners with Kotagala Plantations to deliver 1 MW Rooftop solar power system
E.B. Creasy Solar, the renewable energy arm of E.B. Creasy & Co., PLC, has partnered with Kotagala Plantations PLC to install a 1 MW rooftop solar power system, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s transition towards sustainable energy solutions.
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May 25, 2026
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Few suggestions to manage the current crisis
DO not ask what your country can do for you but what you can do for the country.
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May 25, 2026
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Sri Lankan-German Business Forum 2026 kicks off on Wednesday
Initiative to strengthen trusted partnerships and unlock investment opportunities
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May 25, 2026
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Sri Lanka tells Vietnam: Stable, reformed economy ready for capital
‘‘SRI Lanka is open for business,’’ was the unambiguous message Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka Acting Chairman Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena delivered to an audience of Vietnamese business leaders and officials at the Sri Lanka-Vietnam Trade, Investment and Tourism Cooperation Forum on 8 May.
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