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People’s Insurance opens new branch in Nugegoda
PEOPLE’S Insurance PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s most trusted and fastest-growing General Insurance providers, announced the opening of yet another standalone branch in Nugegoda on 28 July.
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August 04, 2025
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McLarens Group steps up as sponsor of Sri Lanka Junior International Badminton Series 2025
MCLARENS Group, one of Sri Lanka’s most renowned and diversified conglomerates, has stepped forward as the principal sponsor of the Sri Lanka Junior International Badminton Series 2025, scheduled to take place from 5 to 8 August at the New Saniro Sports Complex in Naiwala, Gampaha.
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August 04, 2025
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Roger Talayaratne appointed President of The Management Club’s Board of Management
THE Management Club (TMC) has announced the appointment of Roger Talayaratne as the new President of the Board of Management, following the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 22 July.
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August 04, 2025
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Teejay Group Q1 profits up 31% despite industry challenges
THE Teejay Group, a leading South Asian multinational textile manufacturer, has reported a resilient performance for the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, demonstrating its operational strength and strategic agility in the face of continued global market headwinds.
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August 04, 2025
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Financing Sri Lanka's electricity sector growth and transition
Fears and misconceptions vs. rational realism
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August 04, 2025
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Revisiting “Consumer Strategy”: Remembering a coveted stalwart
TIME has flown so rapidly. It has been 10 years since the demise of Prof. Uditha Liyanage, my mentor.
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August 04, 2025
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HNB backs $ 40 m Surge-Calcey merger to launch 'Short Circuit'
IN a landmark move for Sri Lanka's digital economy, Surge Global and Calcey Technologies have joined forces in a $ 40 million transaction to form Short Circuit Ltd., — a regional tech powerhouse built to deliver transformation at scale, with deep operational discipline for growth-stage companies and enterprises alike.
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August 04, 2025
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Zumri leads SL U20 Sevens outfit
SRI Lanka Under-20 Sevens outfit led by former Isipathana Vice Captain and present Kandy Sports Club Centre Shaahid Zumri will leave to Bihar, India on 7 August for the Asia Rugby Under-20 Sevens championship 2025.
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August 02, 2025
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US tariff deal propels ASPI over 19,900 to new high
Ends week on the up: ASPI and S&P SL20 gain 2.3% and 2.4% respectively
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August 02, 2025
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Govt. signals willingness to revisit IMF conditions if needed
TREASURY Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma yesterday said the Government remains flexible in addressing any concerns about the possible impact of US trade demands on the existing commitments of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program.
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August 02, 2025
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The Shoppes at City of Dreams opens, ushering in luxury retail to Colombo
WITH the grand opening of City of Dreams, Sri Lanka’s first integrated resort, set for today (2), the destination's premium retail component, The Shoppes at City of Dreams, officially launched yesterday.
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August 02, 2025
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Treasury Secretary confirms SL exploring US energy option
TREASURY Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma yesterday confirmed that Sri Lanka is exploring ways to secure more competitive pricing on key imports such as oil and advanced machinery through ongoing trade discussions with the US, noting that negotiations aim to reduce both tariff and non-tariff barriers without discrimination.
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August 02, 2025
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Sri Lanka eyes stronger US trade ties
Tariff cut brings Sri Lankan exports on par with Bangladesh and Vietnam, especially in apparel
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August 02, 2025
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Private sector welcomes progress in US tariff talks
FIVE major industry bodies, The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), the Exporters Association of Sri Lanka (EASL), the Sri Lanka Association of Manufacturers and Exporters of Rubber Products (SLAMERP) and the Colombo Rubber Traders' Association (CRTA) have welcomed the drop in US tariffs on Sri Lankan goods from 30% to 20%.
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August 02, 2025
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Provincial Rugby Unions condemn unlawful attempt to amend Sri Lanka Rugby Constitution
THE Provincial Rugby Football Unions yesterday in a statement expressed their grave concern and total rejection of the ongoing attempt to amend the Constitution of Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) through an illegal and unconstitutional process orchestrated by the so-called “Working Task Force” (WTF) appointed by the Ministry of Sports.
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August 02, 2025
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Three years after Aragalaya: bring on the next revolution
I wouldn't punch 119 quite yet. Or seek to frogmarch me to the local constabulary’s complaints desk. This piece is not about armed revolt or aggressive rebellion. The thought I'd leave with you today is rather one of peaceful easy feelings prompted by some quiet introspection.
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August 02, 2025
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Intex Sri Lanka 2025 showcases South Asian textile and apparel industry
SOUTH Asia's annual textiles sourcing show, Intex Sri Lanka 2025, will be held from 6-8 August in Colombo.
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August 02, 2025
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US Dollar shows signs of stabilisation on easing policy uncertainty: Fitch
THE US Dollar has shown early signs of stabilisation against other currencies in the past few weeks, as US policy uncertainty has eased from record highs, Fitch Ratings says in its latest FX Market Monitor.
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August 02, 2025
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"Bait of ruble and shadow of war: Sri Lanka's mercenary scandal" — A response
IN connection with the “Bait of ruble and shadow of war: Sri Lanka’s mercenary scandal” publication by Roy Denish in the “Weekend Financial Times” on 26 July 2025, the Russian Embassy would like to point out the following.
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August 02, 2025
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Unbeaten Trinity eye League glory, Wesley aim to spoil Lions party
THE Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025 Cup segment enters its penultimate week with a blockbuster clash between unbeaten Trinity College and second-placed Wesley College at Pallekele today.
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August 02, 2025
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Introducing 'Friends of Jaffna' initiative
Led by diverse professionals primarily from Jaffna, ‘Friends of Jaffna,’ is a citizen endeavour that encourages meaningful exchanges with experts from across Sri Lanka for promoting the Northern Province. Marking the first step of this effort, a guest visit of Channa Daswatte, a well-known architect from Colombo was organised to contribute to the overall objective of understanding how architecture can be maintained as a living experience across time to support a vibrant tourism industry in the north of Sri Lanka.
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August 02, 2025
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Antonians outclass Thurstan with six-try blitz
ST. Anthony's College produced a dominant display to overpower Thurstan College 40/7 in their Dialog Schools Under-19 Rugby League Bowl segment clash at the Sugathadasa Stadium yesterday.
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August 02, 2025
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SLC assists Japanese cricket
Prepares for the EAP and Asia World Cup Qualifiers
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August 02, 2025
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Keeping the beat of the nation alive
EMENT musician Lionel Ranwala, a legend in Lankan folk music once commented that any Lankan who is not stirred by the reverberation of bera cannot be a true Lankan.
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August 02, 2025
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Ramani, the woman soldier who picked up the pen
RAMANI Lalithangani Bandara, one of the pioneering young women to join the Sri Lanka Army Women's Corps in November 1979 passed away last week. She was 66.
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August 02, 2025
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UAE, Pakistan and Afghanistan set for T20I tri-series showdown
OFFERING a ramp up to the preparations for next year's Men's ICC T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, the tri-series will be played in the UAE.
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August 02, 2025
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Sri Lanka’s tariff triumph: Cool President in hot crisis
DONALD Trump’s tariffs shook the world. Financial markets around the world plunged. The US stock market registered its largest two-day loss in history. Businesses and politicians were in panic.
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August 02, 2025
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Sajith and Harsha weigh in on US tariff reduction
MAIN Opposition party Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday welcomed the United States’ decision to reduce tariffs on Sri Lankan exports to 20%.
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August 02, 2025
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Life from the lens of a backpacker
Meet Mathias Fallmann from Austria, a 23-year-old die-hard backpacker.
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August 02, 2025
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Excelsior: A tribute to imagination
ON 2 and 3 August, the Harold Peiris Gallery in Colombo 7 will host Excelsior, Sri Lanka's first-ever photographic exhibition dedicated to pop culture archetypes.
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