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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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December 12, 2025
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AKD says Sri Lanka remains grateful for support extended by US and other friendly nations
■Visiting US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker calls on President Dissanayake ■US affirms full support for Sri Lanka's recovery efforts ■Expresses confidence in Sri Lanka's recovery under President Dissanayake's leadership
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December 12, 2025
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WASPS Gold Group RCGC Monthly Medal tees off today
THE December Monthly Medal, sponsored by the WASPS Gold Group, teed off in grand style at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) on 12 and 13 December, attracting an impressive field of more than 280 golfers.
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December 12, 2025
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Cabinet approves recruitment of 2,284 vacant Govt. positions across Ministries and provinces
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Wednesday approved a major recruitment drive to fill 2,284 vacant positions across various Ministries, Provincial Councils, and other Government entities, following recommendations from a committee headed by the Secretary to the Prime Minister.
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December 12, 2025
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Lanka Thriposha hands over Rs. 100 m dividend to Treasury
LANKA Thriposha Ltd., on Wednesday paid Rs. 100 million in dividends to the General Treasury, reinforcing the State-owned nutrition provider’s financial contribution despite recent speculation about its future.
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December 12, 2025
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Sri Lanka pavilion gains prominent attention at Productronica 2025 in Germany
THE Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Embassy in Berlin, Germany, has organised Sri Lanka's participation at Productronica 2025 which was held from 18-21 November 2025 at the Messe München Trade Fair Center in the Messestadt Riem, Germany.
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December 12, 2025
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Sold-out ICA International Half-Marathon 2025 unveils official race route
THE Indian Cultural Association (ICA) has unveiled the official race route for the Janashakthi Life — ICA International Half-Marathon 2025, scheduled for Sunday, 14 December, in Colombo.
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December 12, 2025
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EU commits € 1.8 m in response to floods in Sri Lanka
IN response to the devastating floods that have hit Sri Lanka, the EU has committed € 1.8 million ($ 2 million) in emergency assistance for the most affected areas.
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December 12, 2025
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CSE bucks volatility to extend rally to fourth session
THE Colombo stock market overcame sharp volatility yesterday to close on the up for the fourth straight session.
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December 12, 2025
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Dialog Axiata's Sandra De Zoysa named among "Top 40 Future of CX Leaders 2026”
DIALOG Axiata PLC Group Chief Customer Officer and Dialog Business Services Managing Director Sandra De Zoysa, has been recognised as one of the “Top 40 Future of CX Leaders 2026” by the prestigious CX Network.
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December 12, 2025
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From disaster to recovery: Making the case for climate finance in post-flood rebuilding in Sri Lanka
SRI Lanka's 2025 floods, intensified by Cyclone Ditwah, have forced the country into one of the most consequential fiscal conversations of the decade: how to finance resilience at a scale that matches the growing magnitude of climate loss.
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December 12, 2025
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NCPA calls on public to report suspicious childcare offers to 1929 helpline
Warns of fraudulent moves to help disaster-hit children Says it will take strict legal action against anyone attempting to exploit children under guise of assistance
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December 12, 2025
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People’s Insurance appoints veteran banker Chandana Guniyangoda as Chairman
PEOPLE'S Insurance PLC has announced the appointment of Chandana Guniyangoda as its new Chairman.
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