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CHEC South Asia & Southeast Asia completes emergency clearing of A5 highway after Cyclone Ditwah
CHINA Harbour Engineering Company Ltd., South Asia & Southeast Asia, working in close coordination with the Sri Lanka Army, the Road Development Authority (RDA), local authorities and surrounding communities, has recently completed the emergency clearing of the A5 highway, restoring a vital transportation link that had been severely obstructed by landslides and debris in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah.
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December 16, 2025
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Pushpika Janadheera reappointed SLAMERP Chairman
THE Sri Lanka Association of Manufacturers and Exporters of Rubber Products (SLAMERP) has reappointed Dipped Products PLC Managing Director Pushpika Janadheera, as its Chairman at the Association's 15th Annual General Meeting.
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December 16, 2025
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CSE stamps BOC's proposed Rs. 20 b Bond issue
Subscription list opens 22 Dec. and limited to qualified investors, as specified in prospectus Initial offer to raise Rs. 10 b, with two additional options of Rs. 5 b each BOC assets grow 11% or Rs. 579 b YTD Sep. 2025, with retained earnings at Rs. 200 b
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December 16, 2025
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National Council for Disaster Management convenes under patronage of President
THE 16th meeting of the National Council for Disaster Management was held yesterday morning (15) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
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December 16, 2025
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CSE opens week in red losing Rs. 53 b in value after five-session rally
THE Colombo stock market yesterday opened the week in red losing Rs. 52.9 billion in value after failing to sustain last week’s five-day rally.
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December 16, 2025
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England confirm playing XI for third Ashes Test
ENGLAND make one change to their side as they aim to stay alive in the Ashes series.
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December 16, 2025
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Assetline Finance Kiribathgoda Branch strengthens presence with strategic relocation
THE Kiribathgoda branch of Assetline Finance, the flagship company under the financial services arm of David Pieris Holdings, has relocated to a new, enhanced premises at No. 398, Kandy Road, Kiribathgoda.
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December 16, 2025
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Tourism Promotion Bureau hosts French media tour
Initiative coincides with visit of celebrated French National Rugby player Serge Betsen
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December 16, 2025
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Accountability beyond incompetence, moving beyond the Cabraal case
THE recent decision of the High Court to exonerate former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal in the Greek Government Bond case has again highlighted the difficulty in holding those responsible for economic crimes to account and the thin lines between corruption and 'executive decisions.'
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December 16, 2025
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VFS Global launches Malta visa application centre in Sri Lanka
THE Malta High Commission in New Delhi and VFS Global, have announced the launch of the Malta Visa Application Centre in Colombo.
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December 16, 2025
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Rajagiriya: A constrained market with high growth velocity
IN 2024, Rajagiriya reaffirmed its position as one of the most constrained and high-potential suburbs in Colombo's apartment market.
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December 16, 2025
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2nd annual Janashakthi Life – ICA International Half-Marathon draws over 2500 participants from 39 countries
THE Indian Cultural Association (ICA) successfully concluded the second annual Janashakthi Life – ICA International Half-Marathon on Sunday, 14 December in Colombo.
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December 16, 2025
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Sri Lanka...
The current performance, he noted demonstrates that revenue growth is ultimately driven by credibility and accountability rather than technology or regulation alone.
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December 16, 2025
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ComBank leads.
The bank's support extended across agriculture, services, industries, and other sectors, with its most substantial contribution directed to industries.
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December 16, 2025
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From fear to informed choice: Reframing youth, risk and innovation in Sri Lanka
SRI Lanka today stands at a quiet but critical crossroads.
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December 16, 2025
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Turkish Airlines opens first European lounge abroad in Edinburgh
TURKISH Airlines has opened its first-ever European lounge at Edinburgh Airport, aside from the world-famous one at its İstanbul hub, bringing another dimension of its renowned hospitality to travellers in Scotland.
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December 16, 2025
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Etihad for Business enables clients to purchase carbon-offsets
ETIHAD Airways has introduced a new enhancement to its Etihad for Business (EYB) platform, enabling corporate clients to redeem EYB credits for carbon-offsets directly through the Etihad for Business portal.
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December 16, 2025
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HNB Finance embarks on journey of blessings to mark 25 years of excellence
MARKING its 25th anniversary this year, HNB Finance PLC, organised a series of multi-faith religious programs to invoke blessings for the company, its employees, customers, and stakeholders as it celebrates this significant milestone its journey of financial inclusion and community empowerment spanning over two and a half decades.
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December 16, 2025
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Construction in dangerous zones must stop
CIOB President warns as floods and landslides escalate
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December 16, 2025
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A nation stretched thin: Disaster fatigue in Sri Lanka
Out of shocks, Sri Lanka must instinctively conserve energy rather than innovate or take risks. The repercussions of this can be seen trickled throughout all levels of society.
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December 16, 2025
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ACC UNDER-19 ASIA CUP IN UAE Sri Lanka knock Afghanistan out and enter semi-finals
SRI Lanka won a crucial Group B of the Under-19 Asia Cup when they beat Afghanistan by two wickets with four balls to spare at Dubai yesterday.
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December 16, 2025
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"Sri Lanka is Ready" campaign promotes tourism in Dubai
SL Consulate General in Dubai hosts strategic Breakfast Meeting
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December 16, 2025
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Rebuilding with purpose: Human Resources as the engine of business recovery
SRI Lanka»s recent national disaster has disrupted more than daily life.
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December 16, 2025
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India delivers fresh relief as Army Field Hospital concludes mission in Sri Lanka
Delivers another consignment of dry rations
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December 16, 2025
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Central Bank of Sri Lanka conducts International Research Symposium – 2025
THE Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) conducted the International Research Symposium – 2025 during 08-10 December under the theme of \"Stability for Prosperity\" at the CBSL John Exter International Conference Hall, to mark the 75th Anniversary of the CBSL.
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December 16, 2025
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Never waste a crisis
An opportunity to learn lessons and build a stronger Sri Lanka
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December 16, 2025
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Lakshman Balasuriya no more
TOP professional and longstanding Board member and shareholder of Senkadagala Finance PLC Lakshman Balasuriya has passed away on Sunday.
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December 16, 2025
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Lankem Agro unveils eco- friendly fertiliser solutions for sustainable farming future
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December 16, 2025
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Whither a new cricket selection committee?
Two months before an ICC T20 World Cup showpiece
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December 16, 2025
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CDB assets surpass Rs. 200 b milestone
CITIZENS Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) yesterday said that its total assets had surpassed Rs. 200 billion as of end-November 2025.
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