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The Grand Kandyan hosts annual traditional cake mixing
THE Grand Kandyan Hotel welcomed the holiday season by hosting its annual traditional cake mixing ceremony on Monday, 20 October. In this beloved tradition, hotel management, staff, and enthusiastic guests gathered to celebrate the season ahead.
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November 14, 2025
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Sri Lanka’s digital crossroads: Why coherent crypto framework is now policy imperative
CRYPTOCURRENCY is rapidly reshaping the global financial landscape, creating opportunities for innovation while exposing economies to unprecedented risks, In Sri Lanka, interest in digital assets has surged, particularly among youth and businesses, but this momentum is unfolding in a fragmented legal vacuum.
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November 14, 2025
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President alleges State funds fuelled both Muslim, Sinhala extremism
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday alleged that intelligence reports have confirmed funds from State accounts were used to support both Muslim and Sinhala extremist groups.
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November 14, 2025
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CSE closes in red, rally ends on investors booking profits
THE Colombo stock market closed in red yesterday as investors booked profits after the post-Budget rally.
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November 14, 2025
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Taj Samudra begins festive cheer with Christmas cake mixing ceremony
THE spirit of the festive season came alive last week at the Samudra Ballroom, where Taj Samudra, Colombo hosted its traditional Christmas cake mixing ceremony a much-awaited annual celebration that marks the joyful beginning of the holiday season.
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November 14, 2025
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Sajith showcases 'Brand Sri Lanka'
Outlines vision for future at SLIM World Marketing Forum 2025
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November 14, 2025
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Hayleys Mobility with OMODA & JAECOO accelerate future of mobility in Sri Lanka
HAYLEYS Mobility Ltd., has introduced three next-generation new-energy vehicles, the JAECOO J7 PHEV, JAECOO J6 and OMODA E5, offering options to choose between fully electric or plugin hybrid SUVs that align with lifestyles and driving preferences.
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November 14, 2025
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Dialog reaffirms commitment to Sri Lanka Rugby
DIALOG Axiata PLC, has once again strengthened its partnership with Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR), coming on board as the offical Telecommunication Partner. Ina move that reaffirms its unwavering dedication to the sport, Dialog returns to the rugby fold after having served as the principal sponsor until 2022, continuing its legacy of supporting and uplifting Sri Lankan sports at every level.
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November 14, 2025
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Rs. 80 b Bond auction records bullish outcome; fully subscribed
Secondary Bond market trades within a narrow band; yields close lower
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November 14, 2025
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Deepfakes, disinformation, and defiance
How women in politics are pushing back against Al and honour-based attacks
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November 14, 2025
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Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa kicks off festive season
WELIGAMA Bay Marriott Resort & Spa officially commenced the festive season with its much-anticipated annual cake mixing ceremony, held on 1 November at the resort’s elegant lobby.
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November 14, 2025
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Mahindra unveils Pik Up range
MAHINDRA & Mahindra Ltd., along with Ideal Motors introduced its Pik Up Range in Sri Lanka at the Ceylon Motor Show held at the BMICH.
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November 14, 2025
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Govt. invites Pope Leo XIV to visit Sri Lanka
SRI Lanka yesterday invited Pope Leo XIV to visit the country as part of commemorations marking 50 years of diplomatic relations with the Holy See, the Foreign Affairs Ministry said.
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November 14, 2025
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CBL’s Munchee powers 2026 MCA 'D' Division League Cricket Tournament
CEYLON Biscuits’ flagship brand ‘Munchee’ will power the D division league cricket tournament organised and conducted by the Mercantile Cricket Association for the sixth consecutive year.
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November 14, 2025
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SriLankan Airlines scores slam dunk at 33rd Annual MSBA League Tournament
SRILANKAN Airlines’ basketball team scored a slam dunk at the 33rd Annual MSBA League Tournament, clinching victory in a thrilling final against DFCC Bank with a score of 60-52.
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November 14, 2025
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Greater vigilance in light of India, Pakistan terrorist attacks
PUBLIC Security Minister Ananda Wijepala has claimed that there is no security threat to Sri Lanka despite the two terrorist attacks in India and Pakistan this week saying the country’s security remains stable due to the active presence and vigilance of its intelligence agencies.
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November 14, 2025
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NITF swings to loss in 1H as reinsurance subsector weakens: CBSL
SRI Lanka's reinsurance sector posted a sharp reversal in performance in the first half of 2025, driven by a deterioration in the financial results of the National Insurance Trust Fund (NITF), the Central Bank said in its Financial Stability Review 2025 released in October.
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November 14, 2025
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Sajith needs to change course or SJB could go the way of UNP
SAMAGI Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Leader Sajith Premadasa undertook an official visit to India last week and while the visit gave him an opportunity to mingle with senior ministers and top officials in the Indian Government, those within his own party were left in the dark about his visit.
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November 13, 2025
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Introducing In-Camera VFX technology to Sri Lanka
IN-CAMERA VFX (Visual Effects) is a groundbreaking technology that allows filmmakers to combine live-action footage with visual effects in real time during filming, reducing the need for extensive post-production work. This innovation blends creativity and realism, giving directors and cinematographers the power to visualise the final output while shooting it.
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November 13, 2025
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Amana Bank 3Q 2025 PAT soars 98%
■Nine-month PBT reaches Rs. 2.7 b ■YTD advances up by 30% with industry low NPA of 1.1%
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November 13, 2025
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Inauguration ceremony of Villa College Maldives in Sri Lanka
IN a landmark collaboration that marks a new chapter in South Asian higher education, the Bristol Institute of Business Management (BIBM), Sri Lanka, has announced its partnership with Villa College, Maldives, to deliver a wide range of internationally recognised academic programs in Sri Lanka.
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November 13, 2025
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Sri Lanka faces severe specialist shortage as 25 leave health service each year
SRI Lanka's hospitals are under mounting pressure due to an exodus of medical specialists, with about 25 leaving the country annually, according to Medical and Civil rights Doctors' Trade Union Alliance Chairman Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa.
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November 13, 2025
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Dialog and MEPA unveil Sri Lanka’s first 5G-enabled autonomous water-surface cleaning robot
DIALOG Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, in partnership with the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA), under the Ministry of Environment, has unveiled Sri Lanka’s first 5G-enabled autonomous water-surface cleaning robot. Designed to collect floating waste and monitor environmental conditions in real time, this pioneering innovation demonstrates the transformative potential of 5G in enabling intelligent, sustainable solutions that protect Sri Lanka’s waterways and ecosystems.
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November 13, 2025
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DIMO Healthcare partners RAB to strengthen radiology education
IN a landmark initiative aimed at empowering Sri Lanka's healthcare professionals with advanced radiology knowledge, DIMO Healthcare, recently collaborated with the nongovernmental organisation Radiology Across Borders (RAB) to host a series of educational sessions on RAB VITAL ultrasound scanning.
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November 13, 2025
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Sri Lanka players raise safety concerns during Pakistan tour
SRI Lanka Cricket (SLC) yesterday confirmed that several members of the national team currently touring Pakistan have expressed a desire to return home, citing safety concerns.
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November 13, 2025
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SLISM to host CXM Conference 2026
Exploring the revolution of customer experience
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November 13, 2025
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National Supply Chain Excellence Award Winners 2025
Extra Large Scale
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November 13, 2025
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CDB bags multiple wins at National Sales Awards 2025
CITIZENS Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) achieved a total of six awards at the National Sales Awards 2025 organised by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM).
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November 13, 2025
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Kai Trump signs with University of Miami women’s golf team
US President Donald Trump’s granddaughter and daughter of Donald Trump Jr., Kai Trump has officially signed with the University of Miami to play collegiate golf.
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November 13, 2025
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Who really wins from Sri Lanka's vehicle loan boom?
THE Central Bank’ latest report reveals that Rs. 1.16 trillion in vehicle-backed loans were issued in just the first six months of 2025—an astonishing 63% of total lending by Licensed Finance Companies. On the surface this looks lke a sign of recovery, Pent-up demand has finally been released after years of import restrictions. Government revenue has improved, and auto sector activity has revived.
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