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SLIC offers Rs. 1 m free life cover to parents of children born on World Children's Day 2025
SLIC provides free life cover worth Rs. 1 m for parents of every child being born on 1 October island-wide The program was carried out island-wide, covering all hospitals on 1 October taking the message of Life insurance to everyone
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October 03, 2025
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W15 Collection bestowed at South Asian Travel Awards 2025
THE 9th South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025 saw W15 Collection being awarded in the Leading Boutique Hotel category with the submission of their signature property, W15 Hanthana Estate.
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October 03, 2025
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Sri Lankan swimmers compete well at Junior World Championships in Romania
THE Sri Lankan national swimming team delivered strong performances at the Junior World Swimming Championships held in Otopeni, Romania, during the end of summer, with several athletes achieving personal best times and showing steady progress on the interna tional stage.
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October 03, 2025
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Taj Samudra welcomes Diwali season with lavish sweets and hampers
AT Taj Samudra, Colombo the celebration is steeped in tradition, joy, and culinary artistry-where every sweet becomes a symbol of love, light, and togetherness.
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October 03, 2025
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CILT Sri Lanka and ICS Celebrate World Maritime Day 2025 with a Distinguished Program
THE Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS), successfully hosted a special program to celebrate World Maritime Day 2025 on September 25 at the OPA Auditorium from 6.00 pm onwards.
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October 03, 2025
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Alston Koch appointed as Commonwealth Union Envoy to Australia and Pacific Region
THE Commonwealth Union (CU) has announced the appointment of Alston Koch, internationally recognised artist, award-winning entertainer and global influencer, as its Envoy to Australia and the Pacific Region.
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October 03, 2025
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'A Voyage of Thai Flavours' at Hilton Colombo Residences
THIS October, Hilton Colombo Residences sets the stage for a vibrant culinary adventure with 'A Voyage of Thai Flavours,' a two-week celebration of Thailand's rich gastronomy at FLOW from 2 to 16 October 2025. In collaboration with DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort, the festival will bring to life an authentic Thai buffet designed by the talented chefs Natkon (Moo) and Amonrat (Orr), offering guests an unforgettable journey through Thailand's most cherished flavours and traditions.
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October 03, 2025
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Sri Lanka slips 15 places in UN gender equality ranking
SRI Lanka has slipped sharply in global gender equality rankings, according to findings presented by UN Women to the Women Parliamentarians' Caucus recently.
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October 03, 2025
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Inspiring Sri Lanka's children to dream big on World Children's Day
IN celebration of World Children's Day on 1 October, SriLankan Airlines facilitated the flight experience for a special program for children selected through a creative competition from every province across Sri Lanka.
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October 03, 2025
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Aditya Resort and Christell Life unveil Sri Lanka's first luxury medical wellness destination
CHRISTELL Life together with Aditya Resort, unveiled 'Wellness by the Sea,' a pioneering beachfront medical wellness experience that seamlessly integrates modern aesthetic medicine with time-honoured Ayurvedic therapies.
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October 03, 2025
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Taste of Sweden with Chef Carola Magnusson at London Grill: Where Nordic flavours meet timeless elegance
THIS October, Cinnamon Grand Colombo brings the spirit of Scandinavia to the city as part of the grand 50th anniversary celebration of its signature London Grill.
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October 03, 2025
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Kamal Munasinghe “Simply the Best”
CINNAMON Hotels & Resorts Colombo Area Vice President and Cinnamon Grand Colombo, Sri Lanka General Manager Kamal Munasinghe, ended his tenure, to take up duties as Chief Operating Officer, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, where he will head operations across the brand's 17 resorts and hotels in Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
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October 03, 2025
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ComBank’s sustainability leadership inspires UN Global Compact annual sessions in New York
THE sustainability leadership of the Commercial Bank of Ceylon was brought into focus on the global stage when Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC Deputy General Manager - Corporate Banking Hasrath Munasinghe shared insights at United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) annual sessions held in conjunction with United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) annual sessions in New York. The forum was attended by over 500 delegates from 69 countries across the world.
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October 03, 2025
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Dialog Al empowers Sri Lanka's SMEs to grow smarter
SMALL and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Sri Lanka's economy, forming the vast majority of the business sector.
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October 03, 2025
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CILT Sri Lanka Awards Shine Bright at CILT International Convention 2025
SRI Lanka successfully hosted the CILT International Convention 2025 from September 14 to 17 at the luxurious Cinnamon Life City of Dreams, marking a defining moment for the nation's logistics and transport sector.
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October 03, 2025
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Hayleys Fibre appoints Ajith Karunarathna to Board
HAYLEYS Fibre PLC yesterday said it has appointed Ajith Karunarathna to its Board as an Executive Director.
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October 03, 2025
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Sri Lanka Tourism Job Fair and Career Expo 2025 concludes at OGF
THE Sri Lanka Tourism Job Fair and Career Expo concluded at One Galle Face in Colombo, drawing strong participation from students, graduates, and young professionals eager to enter the hospitality and tourism industry.
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October 03, 2025
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Moonlit harmony: Contemporary celebration of mid-autumn
THIS Mid-Autumn Festival, Shangri-La Colombo unveils an extraordinary creation that bridges tradition and innovation.
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October 03, 2025
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Golfing excellence showcased at September Monthly Medal 2025 powered by CDB
V.T. Sundaralingam, H.M.D. Bandaranayake and Yuvan Kanth clinch top honours at the CDB September Medal 2025
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October 03, 2025
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Third STC Prep Rugby Carnival tomorrow
THE third STC Prep Rugby carnival will take place in 4 segments from Under-10 up to Under-16 on 4 October at the Police Park.
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October 03, 2025
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SEVA project signals new trade and investment potential for Sri Lankan craft
SRI Lanka's creative and craft sector has marked a landmark moment with the launch of SEVA, a transdisciplinary cultural diplomacy project uniting international artistry with Sri Lankan heritage. Beyond its artistic merit, SEVA showcases the untapped trade potential of Sri Lanka's artisan economy, an area poised to grow into a high-value export sector and attract new investment.
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October 03, 2025
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Sri Lanka strengthens trade, investment, and tourism ties at World Expo 2025 in Osaka
SRI Lanka showcased its export potential, investment opportunities, and tourism offerings at the Sri Lanka Business Forum and Networking Session held on 26 September during the World Expo 2025 in Osaka.
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October 03, 2025
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Mastercard 5 Club Challenge 2025 kicks off tomorrow
THE Mastercard 5 Club Premier Challenge 2025 is set to take place on 4 and 5 October at the Royal Colombo Golf Club, promising yet another exciting chapter in this much-anticipated golfing event.
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October 03, 2025
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Financial institutions at crossroads: Redefining risk management in the age of climate change
THE recent flash floods in Uttarakhand, India where over 100 people went missing, are just one among thousands of climate-related disasters in recent years. For banks, the impact is direct washed-out assets, loan defaults, and rising credit risk. This is not tomorrow's threat; climate risk is already reshaping financial stability today. In the end, banks become the ultimate receivers of climate shocks, bearing the financial fallout of environmental catastrophes. Banking risk management is entering a new era. Traditional frameworks built around credit, market, liquidity, and operational risk are no longer sufficient to address the growing complexities of a changing world.
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October 03, 2025
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Advantis - 3PL Triumphs with Dual Awards at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Awards 2025
ADVANTIS - 3PL, a subsidiary of Hayleys Advantis Limited, the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys Group, was recognised at the 2025 Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Awards as the winner in the Market Segment: Customer Service - Large Category and Continuous Improvement - Large Category.
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October 03, 2025
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Fishing boat owner held over 700kg drug haul in Tangalle
POLICE have arrested the owner of a fishing boat in connection with the recent seizure of more than 700 kilograms of heroin and crystal methamphet amine (ICE) in Seenimodara, Tangalle.
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October 03, 2025
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Upward momentum in Bond market continues
THE upward momentum in secondary Bond markets continued yesterday with rates rising for a third straight session.
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October 03, 2025
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Advantis - Project Logistics Recognised at CILT Sri Lanka Awards 2025 for Continuous Improvement
ADVANTIS - Project Logistics, the end-to-end project logistics arm of Hayleys Advantis Limited, the transportation and logistics arm of Hayleys Group, was recognised at the prestigious Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Awards 2025 in the Continuous Improvement category.
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October 03, 2025
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Energy diplomacy: How Sri Lanka can bridge trade gap with United States
FOR Sri Lanka, the United States is more than just a trading partner.
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October 03, 2025
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Dijital Team extends footprint to Kandy
DIJITAL Team recently marked a new milestone with the opening of its second office in Sri Lanka, located in Kandy.
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