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Fate of Sri Lankan exports amidst unpredictability of Trump tariffs
WITH just one week away from the reciprocal US import tariffs coming into effect, the state of the negotiations between Colombo and Washington for a trade deal is causing a great deal of anxiety and concern.
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July 23, 2025
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Sri Lanka Insurance Life Suba Pathum Scholarship award ceremony today
THE much-anticipated Sri Lanka Insurance Life ~ Suba Pathum Scholarship Awards Ceremony will take place today at the Main Hall of the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Colombo 07.
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July 23, 2025
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SL to ink MoU with South Korea’s Bosong to deploy seasonal agricultural workers on E-8 visa
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Sri Lanka and the Bosong Local Government in South Korea to send workers under the E-8 Visa category as seasonal employees.
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July 23, 2025
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Parliament postpones debate on Electricity (Amendment) Bill
THE Committee on Parliamentary Business has decided not to proceed with the scheduled debate on the Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill, which was initially set for tomorrow (24).
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July 23, 2025
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Ceylinco Life completes six ‘Waidya Hamuwa’ free health camps in first half of 2025
CEYLINCO Life has successfully conducted six free health camps under its flagship 'Waidya Hamuwa' (Meet the Doctor) community health program in the first half of 2025, continuing the Company's longstanding commitment to improving public health outcomes in underserved areas.
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July 23, 2025
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SriLankan Cargo joins Freightos: New digital bridge to South Asian markets
SRILANKAN Cargo, the air freight arm of SriLankan Airlines, has joined WebCargo by Freightos, a leading digital booking and payment platform for international freight.
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July 23, 2025
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Bangladesh central bank honours Sri Lankan bankers for foiling 2016 cyber heist
BANGLADESH’S central bank (Bangladesh Bank) hosted a special award ceremony at its headquarters in Motijheel on 17 July, to formally recognise officials from Sri Lanka’s Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC for their role in preventing a $ 20 million fraudulent transaction during the infamous 2016 Bangladesh Bank reserve heist incident.
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July 23, 2025
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Diniru, Rashmika win top honours at Matara District Cricket Awards
D I N I R U Abeywickremasinghe of St. Servatius College and Rashmika Sewwandi of Anula Vidyalaya were named the male and female cricketers of the year at the Matara District Cricket awards ceremony held on Sunday night.
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July 23, 2025
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Embassy in Berlin holds tourism promotion event focusing on longer stays for senior citizens in Germany
SRI Lankan Embassy in Berlin in collaboration with Hertha-Müller-Haus in Berlin and the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), conducted a Sri Lanka tourism promotion event titled 'Explore Sri Lanka' on 15 July, in Berlin.
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July 23, 2025
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President nominates Justice Surasena for Chief Justice post: Cabinet Spokesman
CABINET Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday confirmed that President Anura Kumara Disanayake has nominated Justice Preethi Padman Surasena for the position of Chief Justice and submitted his name to the Constitutional Council for approval.
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July 23, 2025
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CSE sustains new high levels amidst healthy turnover
THE Colombo stock market yesterday managed to inch further up from its all-time high levels amidst healthy turnover.
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July 23, 2025
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WIPO Global Award winner Dr. Nadisha Chandrasena meets Prime Minister
DR. Nadisha Chandrasena, the recipient of the prestigious 2025 WIPO 'Global Award for Intellectual Property' met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya yesterday to discuss the future of innovation, intellectual property, and Sri Lanka's creative economy.
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July 22, 2025
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Governance sans management skill results in “no action, talk only"
By enhancing understanding of effective political skills, leaders can foster healthier execution dynamics and improve overall governance
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July 22, 2025
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Legal expert Gayani Premathilake appointed to HDFC Bank Board
GAYANI Premathilake has been appointed to the Board of HDFC Bank PLC as a Non Independent, Non-Executive Director.
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July 22, 2025
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Sri Lanka Netball at crossroads: Navigating crisis and seeking revival
ONCE a proud flag-bearer in South Asian women's sports, Sri Lankan netball now finds itself in a deep crisis. Despite being the most popular women's sport in the country, netball today is adrift—lacking direction, a clear development structure, and most worryingly, a functioning governing body. As the sport teeters on the edge of decline, this article evaluates the consequences of its current state, highlights the strengths it still possesses, and explores a strategic path to restore its lost glory.
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July 22, 2025
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National Business Excellence Awards 2025 to honour top performers on 24 July
THE National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka will hold the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) on Thursday, 24 July, at the Shangri-La Colombo, commencing at 6 p.m.
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July 22, 2025
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Asgiri Anunayake Thero passes away
Final rites to be held on Thursday
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July 22, 2025
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Saving elephants: Time for science, strategy, and solidarity
LAST week, Sri Lanka lost one of its most iconic and rare wild tuskers, Bhatiya, a majestic giant that had roamed the forests for decades.
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July 22, 2025
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Towards decentralised, citizen-centric governance model for Sri Lanka
EXECUTIVE summary: Sri Lanka's politically tarnished centralised system of governance structure has continued to disenfranchise the majority of its citizens and has robbed its true potential before and since independence was granted, in spite of multiple constitutions and social uprisings.
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July 22, 2025
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SLT-Mobitel strengthens enduring partnership with IESL at Techno 2025
SLT-MOBITEL, the national ICT solutions provider, has once again partnered with the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL) as the Principal Sponsor of Techno 2025.
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July 22, 2025
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Another indictment served on Mahindananda and Nalin
FORMER Ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, along with former Sports Ministry Secretary Major General (Retd.) Nanda Mallawarachchi, all currently serving prison sentences, were indicted yesterday before the Colombo High Court for allegedly committing an offence under the Public Property Act.
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July 22, 2025
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ECB awarded hosting rights for next three WTC Finals
DURING the ICC Annual Conference 2025 it was confirmed that the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has been awarded hosting rights for the next three World Test Championship Finals.
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July 22, 2025
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Travis Roche appointed to AMW Capital Leasing and Finance Board
AMW Capital Leasing and Finance PLC has announced the appointment of Travis Roche to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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July 22, 2025
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Dialog takes lead in anti-bribery governance with ISO 37001 certification
DIALOG Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka's #1 connectivity provider, has become the first company in Sri Lanka to achieve the ISO 37001:2016 certification for Anti-Bribery Management Systems (ABMS).
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July 22, 2025
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Secondary Bond market consolidates
■All eyes on Monetary Policy Review No. 4 for 2025 ■NCPI inflation cools to + 0.3% in June
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July 22, 2025
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NDB Bank strengthens Dubai remittance support to deliver comprehensive remittance solutions
NDB Bank has strengthened its presence in Dubai with the appointment of Akila Bogahawatta as its dedicated remittance representative, underscoring the Bank's commitment to Sri Lankan expatriates in the UAE. Bogahawatta will serve as a onestop liaisons for all NDB remittance services, helping customers select the fastest and most costeffective channels to send money home.
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July 22, 2025
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Pavan scores century as Sri Lanka ‘A’ dominate day two
Dinusha, de Livera complete half-centuries Second 4-day unofficial Test v Australia ‘A’
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July 22, 2025
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Trinity wins Central Province Under-20 Football Championship
TRINITY College became Central Province Under 20 Football champions when they beat Ajmeer College 3/0 in the final which was played in Pallekele recently.
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July 22, 2025
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Social proof in action: Behavioural path to better tax system
HUMAN nature is fundamentally shaped by connections emotional, social, and environmental that begin at birth and persist throughout life. These connections influence how people think, grow, and make decisions, creating a deep reliance on signals from those around them. Among the most powerful of these influences is social proof the habit of observing others when deciding how to behave, especially in uncertain situations. In the context of taxation, social proof plays a crucial role in shaping individual attitudes and compliance behaviours. Understanding and using this human pattern can be a game-changer for governments seeking to strengthen voluntary tax compliance and build a culture of civic responsibility.
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July 22, 2025
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SLASSCOM launches training program to bridge management gaps in Sri Lanka's IT sector
SLASSCOM has rolled out a specialised training program to address critical gaps in mid-level management within the IT sector.
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