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Tea crop falls in August, YTD production up
SRI Lanka's tea crop posted mixed results in August, with monthly production falling year-on-year (YoY), while cumulative output for the first eight months of 2025 showed healthy growth compared to both 2024 and 2023.
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September 18, 2025
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10 corporates empower university students on cybersecurity at Daily FT-CICRA Summit today
10 socially responsible corporates have come forward to empower State university students with the latest knowledge on cybersecurity threats and solutions at the full-day 11th Annual Cyber Security Summit, organised by the Daily FT-CICRA, held today at the Cinnamon Grand Oak Room.
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September 18, 2025
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Message from Hon. Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development
It gives me great pleasure to extend my warmest congratulations on the successful organization of Industry Exhibition 2025. This remarkable event serves as an important platform to showcase the strength, diversity, and potential of our nation's industrial sector.
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September 18, 2025
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Crucial game for Sri Lanka and Afghanistan in group of death
Bangladesh's 8-run win against Afghanistan in their final match on Tuesday has certainly opened up Group B of the Asia Cup and turned it into a group of death.
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September 18, 2025
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Message from Chairman of the Industrial Development Board
Celebrating the Remarkable Success of the International Industry Expo 2025
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September 18, 2025
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Finance Ministry appoints Thulci Aluwihare and Sharmini Ratwatte to BOC Board
BANK of Ceylon (BOC) has appointed Thulci Aluwihare and Sharmini Ratwatte as Independent Non-Executive Directors to its Board on the recommendations of a fivemember special selection committee appointed by the Finance Ministry.
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September 18, 2025
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BOC unveils Sri Lanka's first biodegradable banking card
BANK of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday announced the launch of Sri Lanka's first-ever biodegradable banking card.
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September 18, 2025
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Cabinet approves over Rs. 10 b in local pharmaceutical procurements
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved a major procurement package aimed at strengthening local pharmaceutical production and ensuring uninterrupted medical supplies in 2025.
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September 18, 2025
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Chinese envoy praises AKD, says Presidency new era for Sri Lanka
CHINESE Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong yesterday said the Presidency of Anura Kumara Disanayake had ushered in \"a new era with renewed vitality\" for the country, while describing the Central Expressway as a key project for national development, speaking at the commencement ceremony to launch construction of the KadawathaMirigama section of the expressway.
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September 18, 2025
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6 wins, 3 Category Bests: WYLD Global shines at SLIM DIGIS in debut year
WYLD Global, a digital-first creative agency, made a grand entry at SLIM DIGIS 2025 by securing six accolades across diverse industry campaigns in its first year of participation.
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September 18, 2025
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Phoenix products feature at Saudi INDEX Expo – 2025 in Riyadh
SRI Lanka's reputed Phoenix company products were featured at the INDEX Saudi Arabia Expo 2025 held from 09 to 11 September 2025 at Front Exhibition and Conference Centre in Riyadh.
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September 18, 2025
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Trade Promoters announces partnership with Lovol in Sri Lanka
TRADE Promoters Ltd. (TPL) has announced its partnership with Lovol Heavy Industry Group Co., China, a global leader in the manufacture of construction equipment. Lovol is part of the Weichai group, a $ 30 billion Fortune 500 company.
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September 18, 2025
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AHRP, Sentiva, and Altrium sign landmark MoU
MoU unites AHRP's new brand and member platforms, Sentiva's Al-native HR innovation, and Altrium's global engineering expertise to redefine the future of HR
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September 18, 2025
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First Sri Lankan-owned tower company “SGH TowerCo” secures landmark licence for connectivity growth
TRCSL grants SGH TowerCo a milestone licence to build and operate telecom infrastructure, bringing global best practices to Sri Lanka and powering the nation’s digital transformation
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September 18, 2025
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Crafting legacy through collaboration and synergy
THE recent decision by business magnate Dhammika Perera to acquire 50% of LAUGFS Holdings Ltd. (LHL) has taken the Sri Lankan corporate world by surprise.
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September 18, 2025
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10th IFFSA Conference and Awards to spotlight surge in Islamic finance interest across Sri Lanka and region
ISLAMIC Banking and Finance (IBF) in South Asia continues to demonstrate impressive growth, with the sector maintaining consistent double-digit expansion and showing a sharp resurgence in recent years.
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September 18, 2025
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Alumex: Four decades of aluminium excellence, innovation and sustainability
FOR nearly 40 years, Alumex PLC has been a cornerstone of Sri Lanka’s aluminium industry. Established in 1988, the company has transformed from a modest joint venture into the undisputed market leader and a growing regional player. Its journey has been marked by resilience, innovation, and a relentless focus on quality and sustainability. Today, Alumex is not only Sri Lanka’s leading aluminium extruder but also a trusted solutions provider and training hub, committed to empowering customers and strengthening the technical workforce.
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September 18, 2025
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Insurance, healthcare veteran Deepthi Lokuarachchi joins Siyapatha Finance Board
SIYAPATHA Finance PLC has announced the appointment of insurance and healthcare veteran Deepthi Lokuarachchi as an Independent Non-Executive Director, subject to the approval of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Department of Supervision of Non-Bank Financial Institutions Director.
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September 18, 2025
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Cricket and no handshake: When politics enters sporting arena
THE Indian cricket team’s decision not to shake hands with members of the Pakistan cricket team at the conclusion of the Group A match of the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday at the Dubai International Stadium drew more attention than the match results.
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September 18, 2025
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Govt. hosts automobile, electronic equipment importers for pre-Budget discussion
A pre-Budget discussion on the automobile and electronic equipment industries was held on Tuesday at the Presidential Secretariat, chaired by Labour Minister and Economic Development Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando.
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September 18, 2025
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SDB bank celebrates 28 years of unwavering commitment to national development
SDB bank has celebrated its 28th anniversary with a simple yet meaningful occasion at its Head Office, marking nearly three decades of dedicated service to Sri Lanka’s people and economy.
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September 18, 2025
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Geneva arena, Mahinda Rajapaksa returns to Ruhuna, Sri Lanka-Nepal outcomes
BRISTLING with misplaced arrogance as always, JVP theoretician and NPP Minister Bimal Rathnayake boasted in Parliament that 43 countries had spoken in favour of Sri Lanka after Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath’s address to the UNHRC in Geneva following UN Human Rights High Commissioner Volker Turk’s Report. Bimal seems unaware that 43 is not the most relevant figure. While all 193 UN member states are present in Geneva and have the right to speak, only 47 of the 193 have been elected members of the UNHRC with full voting rights at any given time.
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September 18, 2025
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NCPC – A LEADING BODY IN GREENHOUSE GAS VERIFICATION
Climate change, driven mainly by human-induced greenhouse gas emissions, is a major threat to global warming, with serious impacts on human health and nature.
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September 18, 2025
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Elegant Media celebrates 15 years of success with “Lead to Win 2025” conference
Panel discussion
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September 18, 2025
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Sri Lanka with EU and UNICEF launch model service for child victims of violence
Milestone initiative marks a turning point in protecting child victims who come in contact with the law and protection systems
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September 18, 2025
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Kohuwala and Getambe flyover projects to resume
THE Government has given its green light to fast-track the outstanding construction work on the Kohuwala flyover in Colombo and to resume the stalled construction of the Getambe flyover in Kandy.
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September 18, 2025
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MAS crowned Mercantile 7s Shield champs
TEAM MAS won the Shield Championship at the 53rd Mercantile Rugby 7s with a superb display of fast open rugby.
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September 18, 2025
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There are humans in Gaza
THE Mushtaha residential tower stands tall next to a sea of tents in the West of Gaza City. A guided bomb from an Israeli military jet hits its base, throwing debris, dust, and a cloud of ashen hell into the air.
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September 18, 2025
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Benedictines shine at Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletics Championship
BENEDICTINE athletes excelled yet again in Sir John Tarbat Schools Senior Athletics Championship held at Diyagama Stadium from 8-11 September.
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September 18, 2025
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Sri Lanka ratifies UN high seas biodiversity pact
THE Foreign Affairs Ministry said yesterday that Sri Lanka deposited its Instrument of Ratification for the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) with the United Nations on Tuesday formally becoming a State Party to the convention.
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