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Lotus Renewable sells partial Hatton Plantations stake for Rs. 248 m
HATTON Plantations PLC yesterday said that its parent company, Lotus Renewable Energy Ltd., has sold over 8.4 million ordinary shares, representing 3.56% of the company's issued shares, for Rs. 247.9 million to Durga Infra Ltd.
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October 30, 2025
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Secondary Bond market turns bullish; extends rally for 2nd consecutive day
Rs. 57 b T-Bill auction fully subscribed; yields hold broadly steady
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October 30, 2025
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Sri Lankan shuttlers and wrestlers show fighting spirit at Asian Youth Games 2025
SRI Lanka's spirited young athletes continued to fight with determination and pride at the Asian Youth Games (AYG) 2025 in Bahrain, with the nation's shuttlers and wrestlers producing gutsy performances against some of Asia's finest.
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October 30, 2025
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Sri Lankan flag flies high at Asia eCommerce Awards 2025
BRINGING pride to Sri Lanka, xCommerz, the next-generation online commerce platform by Xiteb Ltd., has won the Silver Award for “Best eCommerce Innovation” at the prestigious Asia eCommerce Awards 2025 held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore.
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October 30, 2025
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C.W. Mackie partners world's largest bearing manufacturer, SKF
C.W. Mackie PLC has entered into a landmark partnership with SKF, the world’s largest bearing manufacturer, to become its authorised distributorin the country.
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October 30, 2025
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SLT-MOBITEL celebrates Customer Service Week 2025
SLT-MOBITEL, celebrated Customer Service Week 2025 from 6 - 10 October with an inspiring theme 'Mission: Possible', reaffirming an unwavering commitment to deliver exceptional customer experiences, while recognising the dedication of service teams, and strengthening bonds with valued customers across the nation.
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October 30, 2025
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SLAP holds forum on future of printing industry
THE Sri Lanka Association of Printers (SLAP), in collaboration with the Federation of European Screen Printers Associations (FESPA), has successfully organised another insightful seminar and business forum on the future of the printing industry.
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October 30, 2025
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New road safety, driver drug-testing laws to be tabled in Parliament
THE Government has introduced two key directives under the Motor Vehicles Act aimed at enhancing road safety and curbing drug-impaired driving, with both measures to be submitted to Parliament for approval.
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October 30, 2025
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Celeste represents Sri Lanka at Asia Marketing Federation Awards 2025 following dual national wins
CELESTE was named the Country Winner in two key categories by the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), earning the honour of representing Sri Lanka at the Asia Marketing Federation (AMF) Awards 2025, which was recently held in China.
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October 30, 2025
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Govt. sets up National Commission on Women to address issues on women
THE newly established National Commission on Women (NCW), which is an independent commission, will commence its functions soon to safeguard and promote the rights and protection of women in the country.
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October 30, 2025
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Global reset: Why the world could benefit from Trump-style leadership
FOR decades, the world has promised peace, prosperity, and fairness through international institutions, free trade, and development aid.
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October 30, 2025
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Experts call for greater cyber- vigilance as Sri Lanka faces up to $ 1 b in cybercrime losses
Strengthening cyber- resilience through global standards Building awareness and accountability in age of cybercrime
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October 30, 2025
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HNB and Sathosa Motors boost mobility with attractive leasing solutions
HNB, has partnered with Sathosa Motors PLC to promote leasing solutions for ISUZU vehicles nationwide.
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October 30, 2025
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Menaka Athukorala joins Alpha Fire as new Chairman
ALPHA Fire Services PLC has appointed Menaka Athukorala to its Board as Non-Executive Chairman.
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October 30, 2025
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CSE rebounds from three-day slide
THE Colombo stock market rebounded yesterday, recovering from a three-day slide.
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October 30, 2025
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Lawyer arrested for aiding ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder suspect
POLICE have arrested a female lawyer on charges of aiding and abetting the murder of underworld figure ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’.
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October 30, 2025
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Case against Ranil postponed to Jan. 2026
THE Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court yesterday postponed the hearing of the case filed under the Public Property Act against ex-President Ranil Wickremesinghe to 28 January 2026.
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October 30, 2025
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IGP should desist from making political comments
ONE would expect the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to avoid making political statements but going by the remarks he has been making of late and the manner in which the Police Department continues to showcase and question apprehended suspects, it is prudent to ask if those entrusted with upholding the law actually know the law.
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October 30, 2025
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NDB Bank partners Gavinro International to expand access to electric passenger and commercial vehicle financing
NATIONAL Development Bank PLC (NDB) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gavinro International Ltd., one of Sri Lanka’s latest EV franchise holders representing several reputed Chinese vehicle manufacturers.
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October 30, 2025
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Global thought leaders to headline Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025
‘Apowerhouse roster of international and regional experts will headline the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025, setting the stage fora world-class dialogue on reform, resilience, and investment-led growth
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October 30, 2025
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Suzuki Grand Vitara and Yamaha FZ-S FI take centre stage at Ceylon Motor Show 2025
ASSOCIATED Motorways Ltd., (AMW), a member of the Al-Futtaim Group, showcased its leadership in Sri Lanka’s automotive and motorcycle markets with the official unveiling of the all-new Suzuki Grand Vitara and the new Yamaha FZ-S FI at the prestigious Ceylon Motor Show 2025.
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October 30, 2025
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LAUGFS Power partners Futurity to introduce first Al-enabled Annual Report
LAUGFS Power PLC, a subsidiary of the diversified LAUGFS Group, has launched its first AI-enabled Annual Report in collaboration with Futurity Ltd.
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October 30, 2025
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Changing patterns of cinnamon marketing in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is the world’s largest producer and exporter of pure cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume).
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October 30, 2025
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VALENTINA by Winil Gems debuts at Amari Colombo
AMARI Colombo recently unveiled VALENTINA, an exclusive jewellery boutique where timeless elegance meets exquisite craftsmanship.
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October 30, 2025
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HNB Assurance and Bank of Ceylon sign strategic MoU to strengthen bancassurance offering
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA), has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bank of Ceylon (BOC) to further expand its bancassurance footprint across the island.
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October 30, 2025
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Govt. to address challenges in releasing military-held lands in Jaffna-Palaly area
THE Government has reaffirmed its commitment to resolve land issues in a transparent manner by releasing private lands within the Jaffna-Palaly area to their rightful owners.
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October 30, 2025
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Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025 concludes with resounding success
THE Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025, hosted by the Sri Lanka Retailers' Association (SLRA), concluded successfully at the Shangri-La Colombo, bringing together over 500 retail leaders, innovators, and professionals to chart the future of Sri Lanka's retail landscape.
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October 30, 2025
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CoPA flags North Western PC project irregularities
Directs all procurement documents, technical committee reports, related project records be submitted to Auditor General within a month and summons relevant officials for further examination Recommends report on total recoverable amount by year’s end be presented, noting that about Rs. 85 m in tax arrears remain unrecovered due to supervisory shortcomings
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October 30, 2025
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NATIONAL ICT AWARDS 2025 CELEBRATES SRI LANKA'S DIGITAL EXCELLENCE
The 27th edition of the National ICT Awards (NBQSA) 2025, organized by the BCS Chartered Institute of IT, Sri Lanka Section, concluded with a distinguished ceremony on 10th October at the Grand Marquee, Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo, celebrating the nation's most innovative minds and outstanding achievements in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Industry.
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October 30, 2025
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Sinhalese nationalism, monastic power, and myth of sacred land
JUST like evergreen songs ~ Sinhala Buddhist nationalism and racism are live topics anytime in this land of compassion.
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