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From crisis to creativity: Rethinking economic resilience in Sri Lanka
OVER the past eight years, Sri Lanka has been hit by a series of severe crises that have tested the country’s resilience.
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January 02, 2026
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Separating ownership and operation will significantly improve public bus transportation system
THE public transportation system is one area where the country has not yet achieved the level of developed nations.
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January 02, 2026
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India overtakes Japan as world's fourth-largest economy at $ 4.18 t
INDIA has surpassed Japan to become the world's fourth-largest economy with a size of $ 4.18 trillion, and is poised to overtake Germany to become the third-largest by 2030, the Indian Government said.
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January 02, 2026
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Current account returns to surplus in November amid external sector pressures
Rupee depreciates 5.6% against US dollar YTD end-Nov.
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January 02, 2026
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President pays homage to Sacred Tooth Relic
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday visited the historic Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy, where he paid homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic and received blessings for the New Year.
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January 02, 2026
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Civil society, trade unions, activists urge Govt. to withdraw Protection of the State from Terrorism Bill
Following is a letter written by civil society groups, trade unions and activists to Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara to withdraw the ‘Protection of the State from Terrorism’ (PSTA) Bill.
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January 02, 2026
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Disaster and civic responsibility-Part II
THIS article is Part II of the article published under the same headline with a broader analysis of the events surrounding Cyclone Ditwah, with particular emphasis on the roles and responsibilities of relevant Government agencies, as well as the collective responsibility of the public, in managing and mitigating the impacts of the disaster.
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January 02, 2026
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ITC Ratnadipa awarded prestigious 5-Star classification by SLTDA
ITC Ratnadipa has been awarded the coveted 5-Star Classification Certificate by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), reaffirming its commitment to delivering world-class hospitality and sustainable luxury.
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January 02, 2026
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Bank of Ceylon marks New Year with religious observances, strategic focus
THE Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday commenced the New Year with a formal observance held at its Head Office, bringing together customers, members of the Board of Directors, corporate and executive management, staff, and well-wishers.
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January 02, 2026
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National Savings Bank starts work for 2026 with religious observances
THE National Savings Bank ceremonially commenced work for the New Year 2026 on 1 January 2026 at the bank's Head Office in Colombo, marking the occasion with a series of religious observances aimed at invoking blessings for the institution, its employees, and the nation.
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January 02, 2026
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University of Oxford launches world's first Phase II Nipah virus vaccine trial
Nipah virus is a deadly zoonotic disease with a case fatality rate of up to 75% and is listed by the World Health Organisation as a priority pathogen with pandemic potential for research and development
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January 02, 2026
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Art of Italian Coffee in Sri Lanka : La Dolce Tazza celebrates landmark success
COLOMBO recently witnessed a refined celebration of Italian coffee culture with the successful conclusion of La Dolce Tazza—The Art of Italian Coffee, an exclusive masterclass presented through a prestigious collaboration between the Embassy of Italy in Sri Lanka and Colombo Coffee Company.
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January 02, 2026
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Cinnamon Life sets stage for “Island Invitation” golf experience in Colombo
CINNAMON Life at City of Dreams is set to host the Island Invitation, an exclusive, invitation-only international lifestyle and golf-led experience taking place in Colombo in February 2026.
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January 02, 2026
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Erotic psychological thriller "The Housemaid" in Lankan cinemas
EROTIC psychological thriller “The Housemaid” will be shown in 7 cinemas in Sri Lanka from today.
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January 02, 2026
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Vehicle imports rebound to second highest month in Nov. 2025; reach $ 1.7 b YTD
CBSL, CoPF expect demand to ease in 2026 IMF projects vehicle imports to reach $ 1.8 b in 2025, overshooting CBSL forecast
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January 02, 2026
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Kapila Knowlton appointed Head National Selector for Rugby
FORMER Mahanama College, Sri Lanka Army and national Rugby stalwart, Kapila Knowlton has been appointed as the Head of Rugby Selectors, bringing with him a wealth of playing experience, discipline, and deep understanding of the local rugby.
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January 02, 2026
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Autodesk strengthens commitment to driving innovation and sustainability in construction sector
AUTODESK, together with its value-added distributor Redington, recently hosted the Autodesk AEC Digital Construction Showcase Forum at Cinnamon Life, Colombo.
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January 02, 2026
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Tri-Forces donate Rs. 372 m to 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund
MEMBERS of all ranks from the Sri Lanka Army, Sri Lanka Navy, and Sri Lanka Air Force have collec- tively donated a day's basic salary to the 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund, which was established to restore
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January 02, 2026
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CCI President lists strategic priorities for 2026
CHAMBER of Construction Industry of Sri Lanka President Manilal Fernando has revealed strategic priorities for 2026 with focus on industry development built on three primary pillars.
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January 02, 2026
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SEC eases Minimum Public Holding rules for listings via Introductions
Says move aimed at boosting market flexibility
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January 01, 2026
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Govt. unveils National Electricity Policy in push for cost-reflective tariffs, reforms
Energy Ministry invites public consultations on or before 9 January Energy pricing, reforms crucial components of IMF EFF program
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January 01, 2026
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Right of Reply: BPPE responds to PMAC over water contracts
BUSINESS Promoters & Partners Engineering Ltd., (BPPE) has issued the following Right of Reply to the artide headlined RTI exposes irregularities in SL water contracts involving Chinese SOES-PMAC calls for accountability and urgent probe into unsolicited bids and inflated costs published in the Daily FT on 29 November 2025:
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January 01, 2026
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Gangaramaya Temple City taking shape to be world-class tourist and cultural hub
Rs. 600 m initiative part of Colombo City Tourism Attraction Enhancement Program being implemented in collaboration with Western Province Governor, UDA, and Gangaramaya Temple/ Sri Jinarathana Adyapana Ayathana Palaka Sabhawa 550-seat performance hall, heritage galleries, exhibition spaces, and outdoor recreational areas designed to host cultural performances, educational workshops, and community events
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January 01, 2026
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Staying competitive by transferring pay risks through performance-based compensation
MY interest in performance-based compensation in Sri Lanka heightened when combating the trickle-down effects of the Global Financial Crisis of 2008 and the end of the civil war in 2009.
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January 01, 2026
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Sri Lanka needs more than transparency to break the cycle of corruption: University of London Economists
SRI Lanka will not escape another cycle of unsustainable public debt if it relies only on transparency and traditional “good governance” reforms without creating real pressure from actors who can enforce rules in their own interest, senior economists from SOAS University of London warned in Colombo last week.
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January 01, 2026
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CCPI remains steady in December
HEADLINE inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (YoY) change in the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI), remained steady in December 2025 for the second consecutive month.
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January 01, 2026
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India doubles financial commitment to 3 housing projects in North and South
INDIAN has announced a doubling of financial commitment to three housing projects in the Northern and Southern Provinces.
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January 01, 2026
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New CEO at Siyapatha Finance assumes office today
■Veteran Ananda Seneviratne concludes his tenure as Managing Director
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January 01, 2026
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Rebranding Sri Lanka is a collective responsibility: Booking.com Regional Chief
BOOKING.COM Regional Head for South Asia Santosh Kumar said rebranding Sri Lanka and unlocking its next phase of economic growth will require a collective national effort that goes well beyond Government-led initiatives, stressing that recovery alone is not a long-term strategy for sustainable development.
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January 01, 2026
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CBSL shuts Public Debt Dept. as debt management shifts to Finance Ministry
■Bank will continue to operate Scripless Securities Settlement System and Central Depository System for Govt. securities
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