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Gem Sri Lanka 2026 opens, spotlighting country's gem trade ambitions

THE third edition of Gem Sri Lanka, a major show case of the country's high-quality stones and craftsmanship, kicked off yesterday in Colombo, bringing together top exhibitors, designers, and buyers from across the world.

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts strengthens gender inclusion

CINNAMON

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

“If You Hug Me, | Will Fall” reframes sustainability through human strength

Memoir explores dignity-led recovery, sustainable support systems and the power of standing on one's own terms

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January 08, 2026

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Women's NSL T20 gets underway today

Senior players including Chamari Athapaththu rested

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

Sri Lanka begin final run to T20 World Cup on sorry note

Lose to Pakistan by six wickets

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January 08, 2026

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Bethell century gives England Ashes silver lining

JACOB

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January 08, 2026

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Flexiprint Honored at Presidential Export Awards 2024/25 for the 4th Consecutive Year

Flexiprint (Pvt) Ltd, a trailblazer in Sri Lanka's printing and packaging industry, proudly celebrated yet another landmark achievement by securing the Best Exporter Award (sectoral) at the Presidential Export Awards 2024/25.

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January 08, 2026

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Emergency extended by two months: Minister

PUBLIC Security Minister Ananda Wijepala this week told Parliament that emergency regulations are expected to remain in force for a further two months.

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January 08, 2026

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Phoenix Ogilvy recognised for HR excellence at Great HR Awards 2025

PHOENIX Ogilvy has been recognised for its human resource practices in the Media and Advertising sector at the Great HR Awards 2025, held recently at Cinnamon Life.

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

US Ambassador Julie Chung to depart Sri Lanka

US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung will depart Sri Lanka on 16 January after almost four years of dedicated service, marking the conclusion of her tenure as the United States' top diplomat in Colombo, its embassy in Colombo said yesterday.

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January 08, 2026

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Dialog secures exclusive ICC Media Rights for Sri Lanka (2026-2028)

DIALOG Television announced that it has secured the exclusive media rights in Sri Lanka for all International Cricket Council (ICC) events from 2026 to 2028, alongside a free-to-air broadcast collaboration with TV Supreme.

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January 08, 2026

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OSC raises Rs. 1.1 m for Colombo Friend-in-Need Society

THE Overseas School of Colombo (OSC) turned sport into service, raising Rs. 1.1 million for the Colombo Friend-in-Need Society (CFINS) at SAISA Swimming Meet - 2025.

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January 08, 2026

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NSA for tea falls in 2025 despite Dec. rise

THE National Tea Sale Average (NSA) for 2025 declines from a year ago although December 2025 recorded a marginal improvement in rupee terms, while dollar realisations softened, according to data compiled by Forbes & Walker Research based on Sri Lanka Tea Board statistics.

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January 08, 2026

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Piling work of Home Lands' Bayfonte Marina, Negombo completed ahead of time

Sri Lanka's first tourist resort apartment complex

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

Lion Brewery Reinforces Global Ambassador Role with Recognition at Presidential Export Awards

Wins 'Best Exporter - Beverages' for Record Export Growth and Outstanding Category Performance

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January 08, 2026

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Korea Exim Bank extends humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka

IN the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, which affected more than 1 million people across Sri Lanka, the Export-Import Bank of Korea (Korea Exim) has pledged $ 50,000 in humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka through the Korea Red Cross.

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

Opposition targets Prime Minister with No-Confidence Motion

THE Opposition yesterday initiated the signing of a No-Confidence Motion against Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

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January 08, 2026

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From insight to impact: The Great HR Quiz 2026 shapes tomorrow's HR leaders

SRI Lanka most anticipated intellectual showdown in the people profession is back—bigger, bolder, and more future-focused than ever before.

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January 08, 2026

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Cinnamon Air says reviewing Lake Gregory landing incident; no injuries

SAFFRON Aviation Ltd, the operator of Cinnamon Air, yesterday said it has initiated an internal review into the landing incident involving one of its amphibian aircraft at Lake Gregory, Nuwara Eliya.

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January 08, 2026

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Djokovic withdraws from Australian Open

NOVAK Djokovic has withdrawn from his planned Australian Open warm-up tournament as he is “not quite physically ready to compete”.

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

Bogawantalawa Teas Wins Presidential Export Award 2024/25 for the third consecutive year

Pioneering the World's First Climate-Positive Ceylon Teas

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January 08, 2026

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From shares to portfolios: How to build a resilient investment strategy

WHAT it really means to own a share?

6 min  |

January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

Foreign assistance and global trust: Rebuilding Sri Lanka with resilience and credibility

Foreign assistance does not replace reform-but credible leadership allows it to accelerate recovery, restore confidence, and build lasting resilience

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

US attacks Venezuela, proclaims imperial overlordship; SJB-UNP rapprochement; Devananda’s destiny

2026 begins a period of wars arising from the Trump administration’s project to recover the USA’s ‘unipolar moment’ in the face of relative decline occasioned by the rise of China and the tendency towards a more multipolar world.

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January 08, 2026

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Cathay kicks off '80 Years Together' anniversary celebrations

Special aircraft livery unveiling pays tribute to Cathay’s enduring legacy while heralding a new chapter ahead

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

Sri Lanka 2.0: From fragility to strategic strength

A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of traveling through this beautiful country.

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January 08, 2026

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IILS and Nalaka Hewamadduma partner to launch Transformational Leadership Program

THE Imperial Institute of Leadership and Strategy (IILS), the executive education and strategic consulting arm of the Imperial Group, proudly announces a strategic partnership with Nalaka Hewamadduma, one of Sri Lanka's most respected and globally acclaimed leadership trainers, to launch a Transformational Leadership Program designed to empower Sri Lankan corporates for exponential growth.

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January 08, 2026
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Daily FT

Seylan Bank continues SME sector regional engagement forums in North Central region

SEYLAN

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January 08, 2026

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Colombo Dockyard Rights Issue oversubscribed; Onomichi shares go to Mazagon Dock

COLOMBO Dockyard PLC yesterday said its Rs. 13 billion Rights Issue has been oversubscribed.

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January 08, 2026

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Institute of Chemistry Ceylon welcomes 2026 with unity, vision

THE Institute of Chemistry Ceylon (IchemC) marked the dawn ofthe New Year 2026 witha cordial and uplifting celebration, bringing together staff membersto reflect on achievements and embrace the opportunitiesahead.

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January 08, 2026