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Docs flay MSD head, allege Health Ministry causing rift between GMOA and govt.
The Government Medical Officers' Association (GMOA) has accused a section of Health Ministry officials of straining its relations with the government.
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August 04, 2025
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Ministers booed as political interference sparks fury at NYSC meetings
Attempts by NPP politicians to seize control over district-level branches of the National Youth Services Council (NYSC) have sparked a widespread backlash from youth participants, with some ministers being booed at NYSC meetings.
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August 04, 2025
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Treasury Chief attributes US tariff reduction to govt's anti-corruption drive and efforts to improve ease of doing business ranking
Sri Lanka has secured a reduction in US tariffs owing to reforms aimed at tackling corruption and improving the ease of doing business, Treasury Secretary Harshana Suriyapperuma said.
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August 04, 2025
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Govt.'s promise to solve issues faced by Tamils: ITAK to formulate proposals
The Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) has appointed a seven-member committee to formulate a set of proposals to address issues and challenges faced by the Tamil people in the Northern and Eastern provinces.
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August 04, 2025
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India ignores Trump, continues to buy Russian oil
Ignoring United States President Donald Trump's threats, India continues to buy oil from Russia, and it is even reaping a bigger discount.
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August 04, 2025
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DMT counter at BIA to issue temporary driving licences to foreigners
A new service counter facilitating the issuance of temporary driving licences to foreign tourists was launched yesterday (03) at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake, the Department of Motor Traffic has announced.
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August 04, 2025
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Feeling ‘at home’ in Costa Rica but with a difference!
Just like Sri Lanka, Costa Rica is a tropical paradise with lush green vegetation, dense forests with unique flora and fauna, beautiful waterfalls gracefully cascading down mountain slopes, and golden sandy beaches bathed in sunshine, most of the year.
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August 04, 2025
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People’s Bank reboots iconic Economic Review with digital-first vision
Marking five decades of contribution to national economic dialogue, People’s Bank ceremoniously relaunched its flagship publication, the Economic Review, on July 31 at the People’s Bank Staff Training College, Colombo 05. The event commemorated the magazine’s enduring legacy while unveiling a revitalised editorial vision and expanded digital presence.
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August 04, 2025
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Sunshine Holdings reports strong Q1 FY26 performance with 11.6% revenue growth
Sunshine Holdings PLC posted robust financial results for Q1 FY26, with revenue rising 11.6% YoY to LKR 15.9 billion and profit after tax (PAT) growing 20.6% YoY to LKR 1.7 billion.
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August 04, 2025
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How can I tell if I am lonely? What are the signs?
Without even realising it, your world sometimes gradually gets smaller: less walking, fewer days in the office, cancelling on friends.
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August 04, 2025
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Chung urges bold reforms, hails resilience of Lankan businesses
Keynote at Sri Lanka—USA Business Council AGM
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August 04, 2025
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Inextricable Group appoints Vineet Jaiswal to its non-executive board
Marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka's digital enterprise journey, Inextricable Group (IG) — a UK-headquartered business consultancy renowned for delivering enterprise-grade ERP, data, and digital transformation outcomes — announced the appointment of Vineet Jaiswal to its Non-Executive Board.
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August 04, 2025
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Pain at the back of your foot? Do this exercise
Have you ever felt this niggling pain at the back of your foot, which just won't go away, no matter what you do?
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August 04, 2025
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Exterminators PLC expands digital pest management franchise across Sri Lanka
Exterminators PLC, a pioneer in digital pest management, is expanding its innovative franchise system across 14 districts in Sri Lanka, including Northern, Eastern, North Central, and Uva provinces, as well as Ratnapura and Puttalam. Partnering with Sentario UK, Pest Scan BV (Netherlands), and Futura GMBH (Germany), the company aims to revolutionize pest control through Al-driven, eco-friendly solutions, reducing reliance on harmful chemicals while restoring ecosystems by encouraging natural predators like dragonflies and bats.
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August 04, 2025
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Aren’t there mass graves in Gaza, Iraq, Syria, Libya?
Let the government, literally and metaphorically get to the bottom of the mass graves found in the North and elsewhere, if any. People of this country, in their sense of gratitude, owe it to the armed forces who saved their country, to see that their image is cleared of all blemish. And if there are any war criminals among them, punish them after conviction. Sri Lanka is not Israel.
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August 04, 2025
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Holder's 4 for 19 and last-ball heroics keep series alive
This was not so much a game as an exhibition to showcase the brilliance of Jason Holder.
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August 04, 2025
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Sarrah Sammoon, first Sri Lankan to receive certification in investment migration
Sarrah Sammoon has become the first Sri Lankan to receive the Certification in Investment Migration from the Investment Migration Council (IMC) of Switzerland, the global governing body for the investment migration profession.
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August 04, 2025
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City of Dreams Sri Lanka: A vision realised, a nation transformed
Sri Lanka marked a historic milestone on August 2, 2025 as the doors of City of Dreams Sri Lanka (COD SL) - the nation’s largest private investment and South Asia’s first integrated resort swung open, ushering in a new era of economic resurgence and global prestige.
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August 04, 2025
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DIMO and BoC partner to drive mobility and economic inclusion
DIMO, the authority in automotive excellence for over 85 years, has partnered with the Bank of Ceylon (BoC), the nation’s most trusted state-owned bank, to offer leasing solutions for a wide range of world-class vehicles, including Mercedes-Benz, Jeep, and Tata, within easier reach for all Sri Lankans.
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August 04, 2025
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Sri Lanka Junior Match Play Golf Championship 2025 from August 5-8
Sri Lanka Golf proudly announces the upcoming Sri Lanka Junior Match Play Golf Championship 2025, scheduled from 5th to 8th August at the picturesque Royal Colombo Golf Club, with a practice and qualifying round on 4th August.
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August 04, 2025
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Colombo Stock Exchange launches CCP system
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) marked a historic milestone in Sri Lanka's capital market with the launch of a Central Counterparty (CCP) framework for equity transactions, a transformative development that significantly enhances the safety, efficiency, and global competitiveness of the domestic capital market.
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August 04, 2025
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Ethical principles in medical practice
The practice of medicine is regarded as an honourable enterprise due to its emphasis on serving humanity and promoting public health. In addition to being equipped with a combination of clinical expertise, technical skill [where applicable], and interpersonal skill, the medical practitioner is expected to act with moral integrity. The moral and ethical principles, common to all mankind, expounded in ancient Greek philosophical thought, was first integrated with medical practice by Hippocrates {5\" Century BCE] in an attempt at enhancing professional standards. With the passage of time, medical ethics were formulated into codes and oaths [e. g. Hippocratic Oath], and in 1803, the English Physician, Thomas Percival, founded the modern ethical principles in medical practice.
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August 04, 2025
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BOC marks 86 years of banking leadership and national service
Bank of Ceylon, Sri Lanka’s premier state-owned commercial bank, marked its 86th anniversary, marking a legacy that began on 1 August 1939 and has since evolved into an institution that is deeply interwoven with the country’s economic and social fabric.
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August 04, 2025
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People's Bank relaunches The Economic Review Magazine
Marking five decades of contribution to national economic dialogue, People's Bank ceremoniously relaunched its flagship publication, The Economic Review, on July 31st at the People's Bank Staff Training College, Colombo 05. The event commemorated the magazine's enduring legacy while unveiling a revitalized editorial vision and expanded digital presence.
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August 04, 2025
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Maldives to mobilise USD 6.48 Mn India grant aid to expand public ferry network
(PTI) The Maldives government is set to mobilise the USD 6.48 million grant aid provided by India to expand the public ferry network, the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation has said.
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August 04, 2025
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Gateway's Kumarawadu honoured at National Rowing Championship
The 40th National Rowing Championship was held recently at the Diyawanna Rowing Centre. This year's championship marked a historic milestone in the annals of national rowing, drawing the finest talent from across the country. A highlight of the championship was Jaanya Kumarawadu of Gateway College being honoured as the Best Junior Girls Sculler in the school category.
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August 04, 2025
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Manhunt launched after fatal stabbing in Mount Lavinia
The Mount Lavinia Police have launched an investigation into a fatal stabbing that occurred near the Araliya Housing Complex in the Galikissa Police Division on Friday (1).
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August 04, 2025
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LTTE used to track Indian Troops by their smell, recalls IPKF Colonel
The LTTE fighters cleverly used the distinctive body odor of Indian soldiers to track their movements during the IPKF deployment from 1987 to 1990, says says Col. Yash Saxena (Retd), who, as Second Lieutenant, was part of the Indian Peace Keeping Force.
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August 04, 2025
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Japan to help Sri Lanka build healthier, happier workplaces under new COYLE-JETRO pact
Japan to share its insights and support Sri Lankan businesses to building happier, more productive teams
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August 04, 2025
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HNB Assurance Emerges Insurance Sector Winner at the National Business Excellence Awards 2025
HNB Assurance PLC was recognized with two significant accolades at the National Business Excellence Awards 2025, hosted by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka.
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