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Global hospitality career after O/Ls with CAHM and William Angliss Institute Australia
WITH the release of the 2024 G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) results, many students and parents are exploring what comes next. Whilst A/Levels remain an attractive option for many, the Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (CAHM) offers an alternative and practical path to enter the hospitality and tourism industry at either O/Ls or A/Ls.
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August 28, 2025
Daily FT
Govt. awards six-month petrol supply deal to Aditya Birla Global Trading
THE Government yesterday announced that the Cabinet of Ministers had approved awarding a six-month contract to Aditya Birla Global Trading (Singapore) Ltd., for the supply of petrol to Sri Lanka for six months.
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August 28, 2025
Daily FT
DIG Nishantha Soysa appointed Acting Colombo Police Chief
WESTERN Province (North) Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Nishantha Soysa has been named Acting DIG Colombo on Monday after Udith Liyanage was arrested for allegedly ‘trying to block the detention of his wife, ‘who was among eight suspects held in connection with an alleged treasure-hunting incident in Anuradhapura.
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August 28, 2025
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New Mediation Bill gets committee-level nod
Parliament Secretariat says new Bill to repeal Commercial Mediation Centre Act, No. 44 of 2000 Improved protections and enforcement and minimum standards for resolving civil and commercial disputes To ease pressure on legal system and reduce costs of litigation Voluntary mediation framework exists, but underused Dispute resolution slow and costly, biggest
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August 28, 2025
Daily FT
Swiatek begins title bid with comfortable win
WORLD No. 2 Iga Swiatek began her bid for a second US Open title with a comfortable straight-set victory over Colombia's Emiliana Arango.
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August 28, 2025
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Colombo stock market rebounds as crossings boost turnover
THE Colombo stock exchange closed up for the second consecutive session yesterday, with the benchmark ASPI closing 139.82 points higher at 20,753.21, gaining 0.68%.
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August 28, 2025
Daily FT
NIBM Neo Ventures: Colouring passionate lives through Sri Lanka's startup revolution
IN a world where innovation drives progress, startups have become the lifeblood of economic growth and societal transformation.
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August 28, 2025
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Macktiles makes history as first to achieve real porcelain perfection with 100% Sri Lankan minerals
IN a singular moment that rewrites the narrative of global manufacturing excellence, Macktiles Lanka Ltd., has achieved what was once considered impossible: creating authentic real porcelain tiles using exclusively Sri Lankan minerals.
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August 28, 2025
Daily FT
SEC DG sent on compulsory leave pending independent probe
WITH reference to the Daily FT article on Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Director General Chinthaka Mendis yesterday
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August 28, 2025
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McLarens Lubricants and Mobil partner with champion racer Sangeeth Suriyage
MCLARENS Lubricants, the authorised distributor of Mobil engine oils in Sri Lanka, has announced its partnership with leading motorsports athlete Sangeeth Suriyage for the 3rd consecutive year.
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August 28, 2025
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Union Bank launches ‘Home Loan Plus’ with no upfront capital requirements
UNION Bank Home Loan Plus, is Sri Lanka’s first 100% financing solution for premium properties providing full funding for both complete and under-construction projects. With no capital required upfront, it enables homeowners to move into their dream homes with ease. This innovative solution features tailored repayment plans to suit a range of income types, including salaried professionals, business owners, and property investors.
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August 28, 2025
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Capital Trust's Minoli Wickramasinghe champions Lanka's real estate revival on global stage
CAPITAL Trust Properties Managing Director Minoli Wickramasinghe, recently represented Sri Lanka at two major international real estate forums in Singapore, spotlighting the nation’s evolving investment landscape and resurgence as a regional property destination.
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August 28, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka on cusp of recording 50th ODI win against Zimbabwe
Vaas' 8/19 against Zimbabwe still an ODI world record Two-match series opens at Harare tomorrow
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August 28, 2025
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CINEC Campus marks 35 years of excellence in higher education
ESTABLISHED in 1990 to address Sri Lanka’s maritime training needs, CINEC Campus has grown into one of the country’s leading higher education providers. Over the past 35 years, the institution has produced thousands of graduates who contribute to both local and international industries. Today, CINEC delivers a broad portfolio of academic and professional qualifications supported by advanced facilities and strong international affiliations.
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August 28, 2025
Daily FT
T-Bill rates hold broadly steady at weekly auction amidst under-subscription
■Secondary Bond market remains quiet ■Rupee depreciates further
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August 28, 2025
Daily FT
Zimbabwe recall Taylor after four years for Sri Lanka ODI series
Zimbabwe name squad of 16 for matches starting on 29 August
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August 27, 2025
Daily FT
BOI sees new investor interests
BOI Chairman Arjuna Herath says Indian apparel sector considering subcontracting to Sri Lanka to offset US tariffs
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August 27, 2025
Daily FT
Panchali claims her first double crown at NCPBA Open Badminton Championships 2025
PANCHALI Adhikari claimed a double crown as major upsets occured at the North Central Province Badminton Association (NCPBA) All-Island Open Badminton Championships 2025, which concluded at the Sports Department Indoor Stadium in Anuradhapura on Sunday, Panchali claimed the Women’s Open Singles as well as the Mixed Open Doubles while favourites collapsed at the seven-day NCPBA Open giving her the first major achievement in a national level competition.
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August 27, 2025
Daily FT
Aggregating innovation: Sri Lanka FinTech Summit aims to spark digital economic renaissance
SL FinTech Summit's mission to enable transformative change with coordinated ecosystem development
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August 27, 2025
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Misuse and abuse of public funds beyond presidency
ARREST and detention of former president Ranil Wickremesinghe last Friday (22 August), under the “Offences Against Public Property Act No. 12 of 1982” reported as the first such arrest of a former Head of State in Sri Lanka, brings about an issue that had not been paid attention to, though frequent allegations are made on “abuse of public property”.
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August 27, 2025
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Free Trade Zone Manufacturers Association hails UK boost for Lankan exports
THE Free Trade Zone Manufacturers Association (FTZMA) has welcomed the United Kingdom’s decision to liberalise Rules of Origin and offer Zero Tariff access for Sri Lankan exports under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).
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August 27, 2025
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Model Children and Women's Bureau opens at Colombo North Police station
EMBASSY of Japan Head of Economic and Development Cooperation Kenji Ohashi, and UNFPA Sri Lanka Assistant Representative Dr. Dayanath Ranatunga, handed over the newly constructed Japan-funded Model Children and Women’s Bureau (MCWB) at the Colombo North (Modara) Police Station to Sri Lanka Police.
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August 27, 2025
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Colombo stock market rebounds
AFTER two consecutive sessions of downward movement, the indices of the Colombo stock market yesterday closed in green with the ASPI gaining 38 points (+0.2%) and the S&P SL20 index increasing 6 points (+0.1%).
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August 27, 2025
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Govt. to repossess State residences of Ex-Presidents
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday said the Government will repossess State-owned residences provided to former Heads of State once new legislation is enacted in September.
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August 27, 2025
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Technocity's Highfliers Program takes top partners on global celebration
TECHNOCITY Ltd., Sri Lanka's leading technology distributor, recently celebrated its top Lenovo channel partners in grand style — taking them on an unforgettable 8-day global adventure across France, Austria, and Dubai as part of its exclusive Technocity Highfliers Program.
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August 27, 2025
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First-ever mass wedding in Sri Lanka's history – 20 couples united under one roof
UNDER the initiative of Member of Parliament and All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) leader Rishad Bathiudeen, the inaugural mass wedding ceremony was successfully held in Puttalam under the project titled “Mawaddatha wa Rahmah” (affection and mercy).
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August 27, 2025
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Sri Lanka Customs gets new chief
Seevali Arukgoda becomes 45th Director General of Customs
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August 27, 2025
Daily FT
Restructuring postal services is critical
THE island-wide strike launched by the trade unions attached to the Department of Posts (DOP) a week ago - which was called off last Sunday - caused distress and discomfort to the general public.
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August 27, 2025
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Assetline Finance and Toyota Lanka forge strategic partnership to deliver enhanced customer benefits
ASSETLINE Finance Ltd., (AFL) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Toyota Lanka Ltd., designed to benefit customers and drive growth for both organisations.
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August 27, 2025
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Sri Lanka’s leading plantations embark on carbon and market-ready future with Solidaridad and regenagri
FIVE of Sri Lanka’s most respected plantation companies, Elpitiya Plantations PLC (Aitken Spence Group), Kelani Valley Plantations PLC, Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC, Horana Plantations PLC (Hayleys Plantations), and Lumbini Tea Valley Ceylon, a leading premium tea producer, have signed landmark Memoranda of Understanding ( MoUs ) with Solidaridad Network Asia and its Sri Lankan partner Nucleus Foundation to adopt the regenagri standard and implement a comprehensive carbon insetting program across their estates.
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