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The Morning Fix with Dom and Asanka, Sri Lanka's longest-running English radio duo marks 10 years
RENOWNED for their unmatched chemistry, sharp wit and unapologetic authenticity, Dom and Asanka have spent the past decade redefining morning radio for a new generation. What began as a bold experiment has become a cultural institution — from their now-legendary 'Driving Under the Influence' live broadcast from a moving car, to spontaneous social experiments, fearless debates, and conversations that push audiences to think beyond headlines.
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November 07, 2025
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Artist and his vision
Brushes with Nature - Wildlife Art by Gamini Ratnavira kicks off at Harold Peiris Lionel Wendt Art Gallery, Colombo 7
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November 07, 2025
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Uber One and Scope Cinemas team up to elevate movie-going experience in Sri Lanka
UBER One, the premium membership program for Uber and Uber Eats, has joined hands with Scope Cinemas to deliver exclusive perks for moviegoers. This partnership brings together everyday favourites food and films to offer members more value and a more seamless entertainment experience.
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November 07, 2025
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Lalith Withana joins Hunters & Co. Board
HUNTERS and Company PLC has appointed Lalith Withana to its Board as a Non-Executive Independent Director.
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November 07, 2025
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LOLC Al-Falaah honoured ‘NBFI of the Decade’ at IFFSA 2025
LOLC Al-Falaah, the Alternate Financial Services unit of LOLC Finance PLC, was once again in the spotlight at the 10th Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia (IFFSA) Awards, held on 25 September at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo.
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November 07, 2025
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Best Western Elyon Colombo kicks off festive season
Unveils “7 Days of Holiday Harmony at BW” offering
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November 07, 2025
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One Galle Face celebrates sixth anniversary with world-class shopping and entertainment experiences
ONE Galle Face, the leading shopping complex in Sri Lanka, is continuing to deliver unparalleled family, shopping, dining and entertainment experiences as it celebrates its 6th anniversary in November.
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November 07, 2025
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RDB Bank announces appointment of new Board of Directors to lead future growth
RDB Bank has announced the appointment of its new Board of Directors, effective from 22 October 2025. The newly appointed Board brings together a team of experienced professionals with diverse expertise in finance, development, governance, and management to guide the bank towards achieving its strategic vision of empowering entrepreneurs and financial inclusion.
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November 07, 2025
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Esshva recognised at NBQSA 2025
ESSHVA, a global technology company delivering enterprise software solutions to clients across diverse industries, won two major awards at the National Best Quality ICT Awards (NBQSA) 2025 for its outstanding and innovative technology solutions.
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November 07, 2025
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Fourth round of Sri Lanka-Bangladesh Foreign Office Consultations concludes
THE fourth round of Foreign Office Consultations between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, led by the Foreign Secretaries of the two countries, successfully concluded in Colombo yesterday.
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November 07, 2025
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Markspen introduces grain cooling system to Sri Lanka
Innovative German agritech device to reduce post- harvest losses and provide greater economic benefits to local rice and grain farmers
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November 06, 2025
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JKH posts strong Q2; points to better 2H
TOP blue chip John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) has reported a strong second quarter and signalled a far better second half, defying critics and pessimists.
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November 06, 2025
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Mixed bag in Oct. for national sales average of tea
NATIONAL Sales Average (NSA) of tea for October has declined Month-on-Month (MoM) though reflecting an increase Year-on-Year (YoY), according to Forbes and Walker Ltd.
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November 06, 2025
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54th Ritzbury Sir John Tarbat Junior Athletic Championship concludes
THE 54th Ritzbury Sir John Tarbat Junior Athletic Championship 2025 came to an exciting close on 3 November at the Mahaweli Ground Embilipitiya, after three days of spirited competition featuring over 5,500 Junior athletes from schools around the island.
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November 06, 2025
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Top expert flags overlapping mandates, legal confusion in Sri Lanka's PPP framework
Says SL will end up in a 'fruit salad situation' as potential clash looms between Public Finance Management Act, upcoming PPP Act and NPC powers with four entities—Finance Ministry, PIC, NAPPP, NPC claiming overlapping oversight
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November 06, 2025
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NDB delivers exceptional 65% growth in post-tax profit during nine months
NATIONAL Development Bank PLC (NDB) said it has delivered impressive profitability growth backed by sound core banking operational growth in the first nine months of 2025.
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November 06, 2025
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Sri Lankan delegation strengthens trade and sector partnerships on Canada mission
A delegation of Sri Lankan businesses, is in Canada from 3 to 8 November 2025, exploring opportunities in investment and partnerships in education, agriculture, information technology and tourism.
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November 06, 2025
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Govt. allocates Rs. 1 b for new framework to fund commercialisation of research and innovation
Presidential Secretariat establishes new R&D Commercialisation Unit to evaluate and convert researchbased projects into viable commercial ventures Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayastissa says Rs. 2.2 b in applications received from local researchers and entrepreneurs seeking support under new initiative Notes structured evaluation system introduced, assessing projects for technical, administrative, economic, social and environmental impact
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November 06, 2025
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$ 30 m IFC loan to support sustainable energy project
THE Cabinet of Ministers has approved entering into a loan agreement to secure a $ 30 million loan from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank Group to finance the country’s Secure, Bearable and Sustainable Energy Project.
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November 06, 2025
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CPC profit dips 17.9% in 1H 2025 as turnover falls on lower global oil prices
Reduces Iran debt with tea for oil barter
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November 06, 2025
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Colombo Dockyard signs major shipbuilding contract
To build two cable laying and repair vessels for Orange Marine
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November 06, 2025
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Cabinet approves local funding to complete Maharagama-Piliyandala road upgrade
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved a proposal to utilise State funds to complete the remaining section of the Maharagama-Piliyandala road after the OPEC Fund for International Development loan was found insufficient to cover the full project cost.
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November 06, 2025
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Breaking from tradition, unions table policy-driven 2026 Budget proposals
IN what appears to be a break from the past, a consortium of 13 independent labour unions affiliated to the National Labour Advisory Council have come together for the first time to draft proposals for the 2026 Budget which focuses more on labour policy rather than the usual wish-list for benefits and salary increments.
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November 06, 2025
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Sri Lanka U19 crush Malaysia to take winning 3-0 lead in series
SRI Lanka Under-19 women cricketers came up with a convincing performance to crush the touring Malaysian women’s team by 118 runs at the Colts Ground yesterday and take a winning 3-0 lead in the five-match T20 series.
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November 06, 2025
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AI a multiplier for businesses; key to elevate service levels
GLOBAL customer relationship management solutions giant Salesforce recently highlighted that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a multiplier for businesses and key to elevate service levels in developing economies in South and Southeast Asia.
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November 06, 2025
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Sri Lankan women-led tech entrepreneurs gain technical exposure at GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai
EDB-led delegation connects with global investors and partners at world’s largest technology event
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November 06, 2025
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AOD and Cinnamon Life unite for "What's Your Colombo?"
Design-led movement to celebrate the city through its stories
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November 06, 2025
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The education Budget: a pre-Budget exploration
THE NPP Government will be presenting its first full-year Budget for 2026 tomorrow, outlining its policy priorities for an economy continuing to suffer under severe austerity. Education has been repeatedly highlighted as a priority for the Government, with promises of an increased allocation for the sector in the upcoming Budget. Increasing public spending on education incrementally to the desired level of 6% of GDP during the Government's tenure was a promise made in the NPP's election manifesto.
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November 06, 2025
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Zohran Mamdani wins New York City mayoral election
Zohran Mamdani, 34, has won New York City'srace for mayor in a contest that rallied young voters and sparked debate about the future direction ofthe US Democratic Party.
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November 06, 2025
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When shadow of economic crime falls on the State
THERE is a silence that follows tragedy—a phone call in the night, a trembling voice, a parent who will never be whole again. A needle, a pill, a decision made in darkness. In that moment, the world seems unbearably indifferent. Yet indifference is never neutral—it is the shadow in which evil thrives.
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