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New Port City regulations to be tabled in Parliament soon
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the submission of regulations issued under the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act No. 11 of 2021 in Parliament for approval.
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August 13, 2025
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Govt. accelerates green hydrogen push with policy framework and national consultations
THE Government is intensifying its pursuit of sustainable energy solutions by moving forward with the development of a green hydrogen industry, identified as a key pillar in the country's strategy to diversify its energy mix and significantly cut carbon emissions.
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August 13, 2025
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Alliance Finance to raise Rs. 2 b via listed Social Bonds
ALLIANCE Finance Company PLC will raise Rs.2 billion via listed Social Bonds, now up for grabs.
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August 13, 2025
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Govt. approves over 62,000 new State sector jobs in eight months
CABINET Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday announced that the new Government has approved 62,314 State sector cadre positions during the past eight months.
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August 13, 2025
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Why biz chambers must lead on trade diplomacy
JOHN Denton, Secretary-General of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), recently spoke to Suranjana Tewari BBC about the impact of global tariffs.
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August 13, 2025
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SL to attract private investment for underutilised State lands
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved inviting expressions of interest (Eol) from potential investors to develop underutilised lands and properties owned by key state agencies.
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August 13, 2025
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Opposition trying to shield real masterminds of Easter attacks: Cabinet Spokesman
CABINET Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday alleged the Opposition was attempting to shield the true masterminds behind the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks, a move he claimed mirrored the actions of the previous Rajapaksa administration.
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August 13, 2025
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Ceylon Tea exporters keep 50% trade expo subsidy
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved the continuation of the Sri Lanka Tea Board's 50% trade exhibition subsidy scheme, aimed at helping exporters promote the \"Ceylon Tea\" brand and secure new international buyers.
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August 13, 2025
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“Hepatitis B virus never leaves patient’s liver – ever”: Dr. Girn
AFTER a patient diagnosed with Hepatitis B has gone through the sickness phase, been treated and cured, the story doesn’t end there. The patient will feel better after recovery and life gets back to normal, but the virus remains in the liver. It stays there permanently (and silently), and over the long term, this could lead to cirrhosis or even liver cancer.
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August 13, 2025
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Pulse of a nation: Why tax compliance is a collective heartbeat
IN Sri Lanka, the tax conversation has long centred on enforcement; penalties, audits, and the fear of getting it wrong. But this approach overlooks a powerful truth: most people don’t comply because they’re afraid, they comply when they believe. Around the world, a new wave of tax thinking is emerging, grounded not in threats but in trust. It draws on psychology, behavioural science, and local storytelling to shift the focus from force to fairness, from pressure to participation. This isn’t just better messaging, it’s a deeper transformation of how governments connect with citizens, turning tax from a demand into a shared commitment.
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August 13, 2025
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Union Assurance expands industry-first e-MER initiative with Medihelp Hospitals
UNION Assurance has announced the expansion of its groundbreaking Electronic Medical Examination Report (e-MER) and digital medical records initiative through a new partnership with Medihelp Hospitals.
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August 13, 2025
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Dr. Kelum continues as President of Sri Lions
SRI Lions Founder and Chairman Dr. Kelum Sujith Perera was reelected President of the Sri Lions Sports Club at their fourth Annual General Meeting (AGM) which took place at the JAT Holdings Office Auditorium Hall in Thalawathugoda recently.
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August 13, 2025
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Harsha proposes export-focused diplomacy and SME credit facility using EPF/ETF
Ceylon United Business Alliance President Tania Abeysundara urges policy overhaul to support SMEs
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August 13, 2025
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First Capital Holdings reports robust Q1 FY2025/26 performance with Rs. 2.15 b Profit after Tax
FIRST Capital Holdings PLC (the Group), a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a pioneering full-service investment institution, announced its financial results for the first quarter ended 30 June 2025, reporting a Profit after Tax (PAT) of Rs. 2.15 billion, a substantial increase from Rs. 582 million recorded in the corresponding period of the previous year.
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August 13, 2025
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Trade Ministry and Registrar of Companies join SEC and CSE to host Issuer Forum
Focuses on exploring new directions for corporate growth
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August 13, 2025
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Israel: Sri Lanka's persistent foreign policy paradox
THE NPP Government's recent decision to grant visa-free travel to citizens of Israel has caused anger and resentment among Sri Lanka's Muslim community as well as human rights groups. The controversial move comes in the backdrop of even countries like Germany that have historically sided with the Jewish State expressing firm disapproval of the Benjamin Netanyahu-led administration's actions that have led to a humanitarian catastrophe in the crisis-torn Gaza.
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August 13, 2025
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Shammi continues to head CH
FORMER Nalanda, CCC cricketer and present Sri Lanka Cricket President Shammi Silva continues as the Chairman of Gymkhana Club (CCC, CH and Queens Club tennis) for the year 2025/2026.
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August 13, 2025
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Sri Lanka to host first-ever National AI Expo to drive $ 15 b digital economy
IN a bold move to position Sri Lanka as a regional leader in artificial intelligence and drive its transformation into a $ 15 billion digital economy by 2030, the country will host its first National AI Expo and Conference on 29 and 30 September.
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August 13, 2025
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Players need to improve their game situation - Chief Selector
Problems confronting T201 team Wanindu Hasaranga out of ODI series against Zimbabwe
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August 13, 2025
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President AKD’s speech inspires power sector reforms
INhis compelling speech to Parliament ast Thursday, President AKD emphasised repeatedly that there isa deliberate and coordinated disinformation campaign aimed at undermining every major nitiative his Government undertakes and belittling the progress made soar.
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August 13, 2025
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Lumbini Tea Valley Ceylon signs strategic regenagri partnership with Solidaridad
Landmark initiative to drive climate-smart agriculture in Sri Lanka
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August 13, 2025
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Blaze Trophy under lights on 16 Aug. at CR
THE Blaze Trophy rugby encounter between Kingswood College and Wesley College will take place on 16 August for the 39th consecutive year, with this edition taking place under lights for the first time at the CR & FC Ground.
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August 13, 2025
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Brevis’ record knock levels series for South Africa against Australia
DEWALD Brevis’ record-shattering 125* powered South Africa to a commanding 53-run win over Australia, levelling the three-game T20I series.
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August 13, 2025
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Sri Lanka's billion-dollar X-Press Pearl judgment faces uphill legal battle in Singapore
IN what has been hailed as a landmark environmental ruling, Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court recently ordered the operators of the MV X-Press Pearl to pay $ 1 billion in compensation for the catastrophic 2021 maritime disaster that ravaged the nation’s coastline.
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August 13, 2025
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The debt-to-GDP ratio target is set at 95% by 2032, though current progress suggests the target could be met earlier.
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August 13, 2025
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Romani Parakrama appointed to Commercial Bank Board
ROMANI Parakrama has been appointed to the Board of Commercial Bank PLC as an Independent/Non-Executive Director.
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August 13, 2025
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2032 rejected; 2035 almost fully accepted; bond auctions produce positive outcome
Bond yields edge down Rs. 103.50 b T-bill auction in focus
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August 13, 2025
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Are we using digital banking as advanced financial solution?
BANKS and Non-Banking Financial Institutions of our country are now endeavouring their best to actively persuade digitalisation to provide an enhanced customer service aiming to experience and boost the operational efficiency.
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August 13, 2025
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Constitutional Council approves Priyantha Weerasooriya as 37th IGP
THE Constitutional Council has approved President Anura Kumara Disanayake’s recommendation to appoint Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya as the 37th IGP of the country.
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August 13, 2025
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How CID bypassed Navy Act to pull former Commander into Civilian Court
THE Defence Ministry's statement on the arrest of former Navy Commander Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne reduces a serious constitutional and security matter to a public relations slogan \"The law applies equally to all.\" That is not a legal conclusion, in the military context equality before the law does not erase jurisdictional boundaries.
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