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President reviews 29 institutions of Plantation and Community Infrastructure Ministry
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake on Friday held a review of projects implemented under the 2025 Budget allocations for the Plantation and Community Infrastructure Ministry, along with preliminary discussions on the 2026 Budget, the President’s media office said.
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August 25, 2025
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Colombo Athletic players successfully complete Elite camp at home of AC Milan
COLOMBO Athletic and Football Academy players recently returned after completing a week-long Elite experience camp at AC Milan’s home.
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August 25, 2025
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Govt., World Bank discuss Customs reforms amid pressure from IMF, US
THE President's Media Division (PMD) last Friday said that initial discussions were held on the Customs Modernisation Program with World Bank representatives, a key requirement under the ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout program and tariff negotiations with the US, where Sri Lanka has pledged to improve governance.
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August 25, 2025
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Arcade of Aluminium celebrates 15 years of long-standing customer relationship
ARCADE of Aluminium, a leading provider of aluminium products in Sri Lanka, recently hosted its 15th annual get-together, themed “Champions of Arcade”, at Waters Edge.
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August 25, 2025
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SandBrix leads Sri Lanka's OTT revolution in sports streaming
SRI Lanka’s online entertainment space is being redefined by SandBrix, the country’s leading “Over-The-Top” (OTT), platform that delivers video and audio material over the internet rather than traditional sources like satellite television or cable, for live cricket and foreign sports.
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August 25, 2025
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Afghanistan unveil squad for upcoming Asia Cup
AFGHANISTAN have announced their Asia Cup squad mixed with seasoned campaigners and emerging players, all set to be led by their star player Rashid Khan.
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August 25, 2025
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Royal take 10-point lead against Trinity to Colombo
THE first leg of the 79th Bradby Shield lived up to its billing at Pallekele last week end, where Royal College stunned this year's League winners Trinity College 15/5, breaking their five-year drought at the venue and taking a priceless 10-point cushion into the return leg.
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August 25, 2025
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CILT International Convention 2025 returns to Sri Lanka after 12 years
The convention will attract 150+ delegates from over 30 countries to Sri Lanka
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August 25, 2025
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EFC rings Opening Bell at CSE to celebrate 96 years of service
THE Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC) rang the Opening Bell at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) on 20 August to mark its 96th anniversary.
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August 25, 2025
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President's Senior Economic Adviser Duminda Hulangamuwa to keynote Planters' AGM on Friday
SENIOR Economic Adviser to the President Duminda Hulangamuwa is set to deliver the keynote address at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Planters' Association of Ceylon (PA).
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August 25, 2025
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New Zealand High Commissioner explores opportunities at Hambantota International Port
NEW Zealand High Commissioner to Sri Lanka David Gregory Pine visited the Hambantota International Port (HIP) on 11 August to gain firsthand knowledge on its development and growing international relevance.
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August 25, 2025
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Australia take consolation win with record Mackay against South Africa
A blazing display with the willow, followed by a disciplined bowling effort, handed Australia a stellar 276-run win in Mackay. South Africa secured the series 2-1 despite this loss.
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August 25, 2025
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SLIC Life records 32% GWP growth in 1H to Rs. 15.4 b
New Business in 1H surges 68% to Rs. 3.6b Rs. 8.5 b in claims settlement, averaging Rs. 1.4 b monthly Life fund reaches Rs. 228.4 b
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August 25, 2025
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IDB and Bileeta empower local businesses with digital literacy webinars
INDUSTRIAL Development Board (IDB) and Bileeta have collaboratively launched a series of webinars aimed at helping businesses across all sectors in Sri Lanka take meaningful steps towards industry digital transformation.
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August 25, 2025
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Melwa sponsors Sri Lankan athlete at Asian African Pacific Powerlifting Championship 2025
MELWA, Sri Lanka’s leading name in the steel manufacturing sector, has once again extended its corporate social responsibility initiatives to uplift the nation’s sporting arena.
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August 25, 2025
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Acid test for equality before the law
THE principle that all citizens are equal before the law is a cornerstone of any functioning democracy. Yet in Sri Lanka, this principle has too often been compromised by a judiciary tainted with political interference and selective justice.
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August 25, 2025
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Dehiaththakandiya National School wins Capital Market Masters Quiz 2025
THE grand finale of the Capital Market Masters’ Quiz 2025, organised by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, was held on 21 August at the iconic trading floor of the CSE. AM/ Dehiaththakandiya National School (Eastern Province) emerged as the overall champions, with Royal College (Western Province) securing first runner-up and Dharmasoka College (Southern Province) placed as second runner-up.
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August 25, 2025
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Health Minister faults previous administration for drugs shortage
@ Says previous administration failed to call tenders for drug supplies @ Rs. 35 b allocated to regional hospitals to purchase medicines
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August 25, 2025
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Vallibel Finance partners Toyota Lanka to offer attractive leasing solutions
VALLIBEL Finance PLC has officially partnered with Toyota Lanka Ltd., the sole authorised distributor for Toyota vehicles in the country.
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August 25, 2025
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Envio Global Logistics celebrates 5 years of excellence with gala anniversary event
ENVIO Global Logistics (EGL), one of Sri Lanka's fast-growing freight forwarding and logistics companies, marked a major milestone by celebrating its fifth anniversary with a gala ceremony at Water's Edge, Battaramulla.
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August 25, 2025
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90% of companies use wrong commercial terms
Shippers' Academy Colombo to conduct Incoterms masterclass
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August 25, 2025
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Exporting in new era: ESG reporting as strategic enabler for global market entry
IN an increasingly competitive and sustainability-conscious global marketplace, Sri Lankan exporters can no longer afford to view Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting as a corporate luxury or compliance burden.
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August 25, 2025
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Sri Lanka's premier FinTech program opens doors to 200 university students
SRI Lanka’s digital finance sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, and the groundbreaking Finnovation Lab program is offering 200 university students nationwide the opportunity of a lifetime.
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August 25, 2025
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Mahindra Ideal Finance rolls out credit solution for multi-brand vehicle importers and SMEs
MAHINDRA Ideal Finance Ltd. (MIFL), has announced the launch of the MIFL Revolving Business Loan a custom-ised loan facility designed to address the short-term working capital needs of multi-brand vehicle importers and other SME business owners across the country.
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August 25, 2025
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President instructs new Envoys to boost FDI, FTAs
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake on Friday met newly appointed Heads of Missions and said Ambassadors have a key role in strengthening Sri Lanka’s image abroad and supporting the country’s economy by promoting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), and other trade agreements.
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August 25, 2025
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Thomians edge out Antonians
S. Thomas' College fought back brilliantly in the latter half to beat St. Anthony's College 28/27 in their Inter-Schools Under-19 rugby encounter, which concluded at the CR & FC Ground in Longdon place under lights last night.
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August 25, 2025
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CAPM spotlights debentures as long-term wealth strategy
CORPORATE Capital Market Ltd., hosted a webinar yesterday on 'Debentures as a wealth strategy' to educate uninitiated investors on how corporate debt instruments can provide steady income, protect against inflation, and diversify long-term portfolios.
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August 25, 2025
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Pan Asia Bank IT team wins at Global Infosys Finacle Innovation Awards 2025
PAN Asia Banking Corporation PLC has once again elevated Sri Lanka's reputation on the global financial stage by winning the prestigious Platinum Award for Maximising Customer Engagement at the Infosys Finacle Innovation Awards 2025, marking its second consecutive global recognition following last year's success.
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August 25, 2025
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SSC, Bloomfield, Police SC, Army SC grab first innings points
AT the historic P. Sara Oval, a unique occurrence took place in the SLC Under-23 2-Day match between SSC and Tamil Union, where the sons of two famous cricketing icons of Sri Lanka, Sanath Jayasuriya and Muttiah Muralitharan, played together in a match.
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August 25, 2025
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Brandix well on its way with SBTi initiatives
SRI Lanka's premier apparel manufacturer, Brandix, underscored its commitment to excellence and environmental sustainability as its near-term and net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets were validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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