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MeshGround announces ‘Weathering Grounds’
A choreographic dance and movement residency for climate, care and justice will be held online (9-12 January, 2026) and in-person in Colombo (24-31 January, 2026)
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December 13, 2025
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UN warns "world is not prepared” for escalating climate disasters
THE United Nations yesterday issued a stark warning that the world is increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather events, with current systems, financing and infrastructure far from adequate to handle the accelerating pace and scale of dimate-related disasters.
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December 12, 2025
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Sajith launches Disaster Information Centre
Located at Office of the Opposition Leader Aims to collect disaster- related information at Grama Niladhari level
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December 12, 2025
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Assetline Finance's landmark Rs. 5 b listed debt issue oversubscribed
Subscription list closes on opening day as investors grab initial offer and option
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December 12, 2025
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US Fed delivers third rate cut of the year
THE US Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark federal funds rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday to a range of 3.5%-3.75%, marking the third cut this year.
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December 12, 2025
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Positive momentum in primary auctions continue
Secondary Bond market rates decrease Rupee depreciates
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December 12, 2025
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ADB grants $ 200 m loan for water, food security in North Central Province
THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday said it has approved a $ 200 million loan to support the ongoing Mahaweli Development Program, Sri Lanka's largest multi-use water resources development initiative.
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December 12, 2025
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Banking assets up 16% YoY to Rs. 24.5 t in 9M
THE banking industry expanded its balance sheet in the nine months to end-September 2025, with total assets increasing to Rs. 24.5 trillion and Profit After Tax (PAT) rising to Rs. 279 billion, according to Central Bank data.
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December 12, 2025
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Cabinet green lights procuring range of vehicles and equipment to boost primary health care system
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Wednesday approved the procurement of a wide range of vehicles and equipment to improve the country's primary health care system.
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December 12, 2025
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Cabraal discharged on condition he compensates Central Bank in three months
Lawyer argues his client had no intention of causing financial loss to GoSL
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December 12, 2025
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New 3% concessionary loan scheme to support 130,000 MSMEs from next year
IN a bid to revitalise micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) affected by recent disasters, the Government has decided to launch the RE-MSME PLUS and RE-MSME Disaster Relief loan schemes from 2026.
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December 12, 2025
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A new era for microfinance and money lending in Sri Lanka
Understanding the Microfinance & Credit Regulatory Authority Act 2025
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December 12, 2025
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US ready for tariff talks with Sri Lanka
THE President's Media Division yesterday said that visiting US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker has conveyed to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake that the US has drawn its attention to restarting tariff negotiations with Sri Lanka.
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December 12, 2025
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Softlogic Finance to reduce stated capital and write off Rs. 7.6 b retained loss
Finance PLC yesterday announced that its Board of Directors has resolved to reduce the company's stated capital to write off accumulated losses of over Rs. 7.6 billion, which have constrained its ability to pay dividends.The retained loss figure is as at 31 July 2025.
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December 12, 2025
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UN appeals for $ 35.3 m to aid Ditwah-hit Sri Lanka
THE United Nations and humanitarian partners yesterday launched a Humanitarian Priorities Plan (HPP) seeking $ 35.3 million (around Rs. 10.9 billion) to scale-up lifesaving assistance for communities devastated by Cyclone Ditwah.
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December 12, 2025
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Manchester City defeat Real Madrid to pile pressure on Xabi Alonso
ERLING Haaland scored his 34th goal for club and country this season to give Manchester City a 2-1 win at Real Madrid and leave Xabi Alonso’s position as coach of the Spanish giants in grave danger.
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December 12, 2025
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A call to protect Sri Lanka’s tourism investors
SRI Lanka’s tourism sector which is often hailed as the lifeline of rural economies has once again been struck by severe weatherrelated devastation.
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December 12, 2025
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UN warns...
“IT would say that the world is not very well prepared for this.
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December 12, 2025
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Effective provision of relief to victims of Cyclone Ditwah
IN the aftermath of the devastating Cyclone Ditwah which caused massive losses to a number of families in the country, the Government is now facing the enormous challenge of providing humanitarian and financial assistance to those who lost their loved ones as well as people whose properties were either destroyed or damaged severely.
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December 12, 2025
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Dulip Samaraweera appointed to LOLC General Insurance Board
LOLC General Insurance PLC has appointed Dulip Samaraweera to its Board as a Non-Executive Director.
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December 12, 2025
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Why Sri Lanka needs a National Budget Performance and Evaluation Office now more than ever
SRI Lanka is now facing one of its gravest natural disasters in recent memory, as Cyclone Ditwah and the associated weather system continue to bring relentless rain, flash floods, and landslides across the island.
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December 12, 2025
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Preparing for the unpredictable: Why contingency planning must become Sri Lanka’s national discipline
AFTER the recent deluge, we have seen a flood of commentary, analysis, causes, criticism, and recommendations.
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December 12, 2025
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Sri Dalada Maligawa contributes to 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund
Malwatta, Asgiriya Deputy Registrars and Diyawadana Nilame commend President, Govt. post-Ditwah initiative
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December 12, 2025
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Coming together this festive season at Harpo's Cafes & Restaurants
AS the year draws to a close, we reflect on all that has happened, and even through the challenges, we gather with friends to honour the spirit of Christmas and the year’s end.
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December 12, 2025
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SLIM Wins Gold Award for Excellence in Education at NMEA 2025
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), the country's national body for marketing education, secured a landmark achievement by winning the Gold Award under the Excellence in Education category at the National Management Excellence Awards (NMEA) 2025, held on 10th December at Waters Edge, Battaramulla.
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December 12, 2025
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Sophos launches Authorised Training Centre in Colombo in partnership with Sinetcom
■New facility aims to strengthen cybersecurity skills and empower IT professionals across Sri Lanka
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December 12, 2025
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iPhone 17 series with global warranty launched at CDF Duty Free Mall at Port City
THE iPhone 17 series along with the iPhone Air, was launched at the Mall at the Colombo Port City Economic Commission in the presence of several dignitaries including Colombo Port City Economic Commission Director - Finance Ruwan Karunarathne, CHEC Port City Colombo Deputy Managing Director Xiang Nan, and CDF Duty Free Country General Manager Dimantha Kinigama.
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December 12, 2025
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Unilever says Sri Lanka still well-poised for growth despite small market size
UNILEVER Sri Lanka pushed back against the long-held argument that the country's population of 22 million restricts investment opportunities, insisting that the country offers a far more compelling case when viewed through the lens of value generation, consumer behaviour, and category development.
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December 12, 2025
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IRCSL and FIU sign TOR to facilitate joint supervision
Initiative covers Licenced Insurance Companies and Licenced Insurance Brokering companies for compliance with AML/CFT/CPF
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December 12, 2025
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Greening the tax system
SRI Lanka stands at a critical moment in its economic and environmental journey.
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