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Reserves set to hit post-crisis high in December: CBSL Governor
CENTRAL Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe yesterday said Sri Lanka's gross official reserves are expected to climb to the highest level recorded since the height of the economic crisis by the end of December, whilst expressing confidence that the country will comfortably meet its reserves target under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program.
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November 27, 2025
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Apparel exports maintain momentum, up 6.1% in first 10 months of 2025 - JAAF
THE Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) yesterday said apparel and made-up articles exports for January to October 2025 increased by 6.12% year-on-year (YoY), maintaining steady momentum despite weaker monthly results in October.
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November 27, 2025
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CBSL holds policy rates steady
THE Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday delivering the sixth and final Monetary Policy Review for 2025 announced that rates would remain unchanged at 7.75%.
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November 27, 2025
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The new avatar of Navratna at Taj Samudra
TAJ Samudra unveiled Navratna in its new avatar last week, following a comprehensive and elegant renovation.
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November 27, 2025
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Bairaha Chicken reaffirms improved quality, longer shelf life without chemicals/preservative use
BAIRAHA Farms PLC reaffirms its dedication to providing consumers with the highest quality, antibiotic-free chicken products, devoid of chemical, artificial additives, preservatives, or added hormones.
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November 27, 2025
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No decision taken to replace Asalanka as T201 Captain – Chief selector
Appointment of Shanaka as Vice-Captain fuels off unnecessary debate
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November 27, 2025
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Cinnamon Life Colombo welcomes culinary maestro Chef Alessandro Dentone
CINNAMON Life Colombo is transforming into a vibrant slice of the Italian Riviera as it hosts acclaimed Ligurian chef Alessandro Dentone for the 10th Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World, from 22 to 29 November 2025 in collaboration with the Italian Embassy in Colombo.
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November 27, 2025
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Team CDB blaze through 40th Mercantile Athletic Meet
CITIZENS Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) sprinted to the finish line with a powerhouse performance at the 40th Mercantile Athletic Meet, reaffirming its place among the nation's top corporate sporting contenders with a series of exceptional achievements.
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November 27, 2025
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KBSL appoints Pramukh Jayawardena as Sales Chief to steer next phase of growth
KBSL Information Technologies, one of Sri Lanka's longest-standing systems integrators and a member of the Agility Innovation Group, has appointed Pramukh Jayawardena as its new Chief Sales Officer (CSO).
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November 27, 2025
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Evaluating 2026 Budget through green energy, agriculture, and strategic investment
THE 2026 Budget represents not just a financial roadmap, but a moral and strategic moment; one where public ambition for sustainable growth, environmental stewardship, and inclusive development must translate into real, bankable projects.
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November 27, 2025
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2026 Budget commits over Rs. 688 b to construction: Sector poised for acceleration
SRI Lanka's 2026 Budget signals one of the strongest commitments to construction-sector investment in recent years, with more than Rs.
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November 27, 2025
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Sysco LABS makes top five at Mercantile Tennis Tournament 2025
Pars 74
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November 27, 2025
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Anuradhapura's rising stars shine at Prima Golf
YOUNG talent from Anuradhapura stamped their class at the recently concluded Prima Sunrise Bread Regional Golf Championship in Nuwara Elya last weekend, showing a bright future for junior golf in Sri Lanka.
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November 27, 2025
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Hands off the media
LEADER of the House Minister Bimal Rathnayake had some harsh words for the media on Monday in Parliament.
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November 27, 2025
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Acquisitions of small banks ‘neutral’ to BOC's and PB's ratings - Fitch
FITCH Ratings yesterday said the proposed transfers of State-owned shares of Housing Development Finance Corporation Bank of Sri Lanka (HDFC, BB+(lka)/Rating Watch Positive) to Bank of Ceylon (BOC, CCC+/AA-(Ika)/ Stable) and of State Mortgage and Investment Bank (SMIB, BB(lka)/Rating Watch Positive) to People’s Bank (Sri Lanka) (PB, AA-(1ka)/Stable) are unlikely to affect the acquirers’ ratings.
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November 27, 2025
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CSE ends on the up despite volatility
THE Colombo stock market yesterday closed on the up for the second straight session with both indices ending in green.
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November 27, 2025
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What AKD missed: Sri Lanka must earn $50 b foreign exchange annually
WHILST the dust settles down on the Budget 2026 with many points of view expressed, the key point missed out was how Sri Lanka can become a 6% plus economy in the next three years or have a forex earning of $50 billion annually.
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November 27, 2025
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SLICCA wins 17 prestigious medals at National Level Chef Guild Competition
THE Sri Lanka Institute of Confectionery and Culinary Arts (SLICCA) has secured 17 prestigious medals at the National Level Chef Guild Competition, held on 12 and 13 November 2025 in Galle.
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November 27, 2025
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Cabinet approves measures to promote gem industry
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved paving the way for a series of regulatory measures aimed at promoting the gem industry in Sri Lanka.
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November 27, 2025
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T-Bill auction rates continue to hold broadly steady for 19th straight week
Secondary Bond market yields edge up Rupee depreciates 6th and final Monetary Policy announcement records 'No Change' decision
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November 27, 2025
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LOLC Finance gets CSE approval for Rs. 15 b debenture issue
THE Colombo Stock Exchange yesterday granted approval to list LOLC Finance's planned Rs.
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November 27, 2025
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Cabinet approves amendments to Port City law on tax regime and oversight
THE Cabinet has approved a set of amendments to the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act, No.
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November 27, 2025
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Colombo South and Kandy advance to final after rain-hit semi-finals
COLOMBO South and Kandy secured their places in the grand final of the Prima Under-15 Sri Lanka Youth League 2025 after both semifinal encounters ended with no results yesterday due to heavy rain and a wet outfield at both Colombo venues.
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November 27, 2025
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WNPS restores ‘Great Elephant Gathering of Minneriya’
THE ‘Great Elephant Gathering of Minneriya, the largest annual migration of Asian elephants in the world, is a unique natural phenomenon that has occurred over hundreds of years by the Minneriya and Kaudulla Tanks.
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November 27, 2025
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Youth tourism awareness program in Northern Province
Call to build new tourism identity for North comes up at event organised by SLITHM in partnership with the ADB
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November 27, 2025
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Nawaloka Hospitals named Sri Lanka's 'Leading Hospital in Al and Innovation' at Asia Pacific Global Health Awards 2025
NAWALOKA Hospitals has been honoured with the prestigious title of “Leading Hospital in AI and Innovation of the Year in Asia Pacific” at the GlobalHealth Asia Pacific Awards 2025, held in Athenee Hotel, Bangkok recently.
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November 27, 2025
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Top performers dominate at North East Monsoon Meet 2025
THE North East Monsoon Meet 2025, organised by the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) and sponsored by Dialog Enterprise, delivered exceptional golf, with competitors showing consistency, precision, and remarkable composure across multiple historic trophies.
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November 27, 2025
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Rootcode wins six awards at National ICT Awards
ROOTCODE celebrated a remarkable night of recognition at the National ICT Awards (NBQSA) 2025, held recently at the Taj Samudra Hotel in Colombo, taking home six awards across several categories.
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November 27, 2025
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Lord Naseby in theory and practice
Persistently challenging what he perceives as dominant, or polarising narratives about the island, especially those promulgated by large Global North media.
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November 27, 2025
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InsureMe Insurance Brokers cleared for CSE listing
To list on Empower Board via introduction Offer document lists reference price of Rs. 442 Revenue grew at a 19% CAGR over five years, with demand linked to policy purchases on the insureme.lk platform Asset-light balance sheet with Rs. 47.9 m in non-current assets and Rs. 257.8 m in current assets as at 31 March 2025 Equity capital rose to Rs. 143.3 m in FY 2025 with no debt apart from a minimal bank overdraft
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