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Global reset: Why the world could benefit from Trump-style leadership
FOR decades, the world has promised peace, prosperity, and fairness through international institutions, free trade, and development aid.
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
Experts call for greater cyber- vigilance as Sri Lanka faces up to $ 1 b in cybercrime losses
Strengthening cyber- resilience through global standards Building awareness and accountability in age of cybercrime
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
HNB and Sathosa Motors boost mobility with attractive leasing solutions
HNB, has partnered with Sathosa Motors PLC to promote leasing solutions for ISUZU vehicles nationwide.
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October 30, 2025
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Menaka Athukorala joins Alpha Fire as new Chairman
ALPHA Fire Services PLC has appointed Menaka Athukorala to its Board as Non-Executive Chairman.
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October 30, 2025
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CSE rebounds from three-day slide
THE Colombo stock market rebounded yesterday, recovering from a three-day slide.
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October 30, 2025
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Lawyer arrested for aiding ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder suspect
POLICE have arrested a female lawyer on charges of aiding and abetting the murder of underworld figure ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’.
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October 30, 2025
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Case against Ranil postponed to Jan. 2026
THE Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court yesterday postponed the hearing of the case filed under the Public Property Act against ex-President Ranil Wickremesinghe to 28 January 2026.
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
IGP should desist from making political comments
ONE would expect the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to avoid making political statements but going by the remarks he has been making of late and the manner in which the Police Department continues to showcase and question apprehended suspects, it is prudent to ask if those entrusted with upholding the law actually know the law.
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October 30, 2025
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NDB Bank partners Gavinro International to expand access to electric passenger and commercial vehicle financing
NATIONAL Development Bank PLC (NDB) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gavinro International Ltd., one of Sri Lanka’s latest EV franchise holders representing several reputed Chinese vehicle manufacturers.
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October 30, 2025
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Global thought leaders to headline Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025
‘Apowerhouse roster of international and regional experts will headline the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025, setting the stage fora world-class dialogue on reform, resilience, and investment-led growth
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October 30, 2025
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Suzuki Grand Vitara and Yamaha FZ-S FI take centre stage at Ceylon Motor Show 2025
ASSOCIATED Motorways Ltd., (AMW), a member of the Al-Futtaim Group, showcased its leadership in Sri Lanka’s automotive and motorcycle markets with the official unveiling of the all-new Suzuki Grand Vitara and the new Yamaha FZ-S FI at the prestigious Ceylon Motor Show 2025.
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October 30, 2025
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LAUGFS Power partners Futurity to introduce first Al-enabled Annual Report
LAUGFS Power PLC, a subsidiary of the diversified LAUGFS Group, has launched its first AI-enabled Annual Report in collaboration with Futurity Ltd.
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October 30, 2025
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Changing patterns of cinnamon marketing in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is the world’s largest producer and exporter of pure cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume).
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October 30, 2025
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VALENTINA by Winil Gems debuts at Amari Colombo
AMARI Colombo recently unveiled VALENTINA, an exclusive jewellery boutique where timeless elegance meets exquisite craftsmanship.
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October 30, 2025
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HNB Assurance and Bank of Ceylon sign strategic MoU to strengthen bancassurance offering
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA), has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bank of Ceylon (BOC) to further expand its bancassurance footprint across the island.
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October 30, 2025
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Govt. to address challenges in releasing military-held lands in Jaffna-Palaly area
THE Government has reaffirmed its commitment to resolve land issues in a transparent manner by releasing private lands within the Jaffna-Palaly area to their rightful owners.
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October 30, 2025
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Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025 concludes with resounding success
THE Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025, hosted by the Sri Lanka Retailers' Association (SLRA), concluded successfully at the Shangri-La Colombo, bringing together over 500 retail leaders, innovators, and professionals to chart the future of Sri Lanka's retail landscape.
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October 30, 2025
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CoPA flags North Western PC project irregularities
Directs all procurement documents, technical committee reports, related project records be submitted to Auditor General within a month and summons relevant officials for further examination Recommends report on total recoverable amount by year’s end be presented, noting that about Rs. 85 m in tax arrears remain unrecovered due to supervisory shortcomings
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October 30, 2025
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NATIONAL ICT AWARDS 2025 CELEBRATES SRI LANKA'S DIGITAL EXCELLENCE
The 27th edition of the National ICT Awards (NBQSA) 2025, organized by the BCS Chartered Institute of IT, Sri Lanka Section, concluded with a distinguished ceremony on 10th October at the Grand Marquee, Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo, celebrating the nation's most innovative minds and outstanding achievements in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Industry.
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October 30, 2025
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Sinhalese nationalism, monastic power, and myth of sacred land
JUST like evergreen songs ~ Sinhala Buddhist nationalism and racism are live topics anytime in this land of compassion.
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October 30, 2025
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Singer Finance and Hayleys Mobility partner to drive EV mobility forward in Sri Lanka
SINGER Finance (Lanka) PLC and Hayleys Mobility Ltd. announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen access to sustainable and affordable financing solutions for newly introduced electric vehicles (EVs) in Sri Lanka.
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October 30, 2025
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Evolution of UNHRC resolutions on Sri Lanka: From sovereignty to accountability
IN May 2009, as the guns fell silent over Nandikadal, Sri Lanka claimed victory not only on the battlefield but also in Geneva.
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October 30, 2025
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Pan Asia Bank marks 30 years of excellence with ceremonial bell-ringing at CSE
MARKING 30 years since its establishment and 20 years since its landmark listing in 2005, Pan Asia Bank commemorated its extraordinary journey with a ceremonial bell-ringing at the Colombo Stock Exchange.
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October 30, 2025
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Assetline Insurance Brokers partners Hutch to offer travel insurance for roaming customers
IN a landmark collaboration that redefines convenience and value for travellers, Assetline Insurance Brokers Ltd., (AIBL), Sri Lanka's third largest insurance broker and the insurance arm of the David Piers Group of Companies, has partnered with Hutch Sri Lanka to offer complimentary travel insurance to all Hutch roaming customers.
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October 30, 2025
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“Mother Earth is our Sustenance”
IN remembrance of entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the founder of BAM Holdings Ltd, the late Mr. B. A. Mahipala’s on his 78th birth anniversary, - a total of 1,078 plants were planted at the Maduru Oya Special Forces Camp recently.
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October 29, 2025
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Hong Kong-based Giesecke & Devrient gets contract to upgrade CBSL's currency operations
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday green lighted to award a contract to Hong Kong-based Giesecke & Devrient Asia Pacific Ltd., to Sri Lanka, following a competitive procurement process.
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October 29, 2025
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Police launch probe into officers over video of Weligama PS Chairman murder suspect's arrest
THE Sri Lanka Police have launched a special investigation into the conduct of officers involved in the arrest of the suspect wanted in connection with the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara, following the circulation of video footage of the arrest on social media.
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October 29, 2025
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LankaPak 2025: Celebration of creativity and testament to resilience
26th annual edition concludes successfully with multiple key events
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October 29, 2025
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Secondary Bond market rallies ahead of Rs. 57 b Treasury Bill auction
THE secondary Bond market saw yields decline yesterday following news of an impressive fiscal outperformance for January-September 2025, exceeding several IMF benchmarks.
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October 29, 2025
Daily FT
Budget deficit more than halves YTD Sept. 2025
SRI Lanka’s fiscal performance continued to strengthen, with the Budget deficit more than halving in the first nine months of 2025, according to the Finance Ministry’s latest Fiscal Review Report.
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