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Budget 2026 continues to energize bourse, bolstered by positive corporate earnings
The CSE’s bull-run continued yesterday as well driven by positive investor sentiment continuing to radiate from the 2026 Budget, good corporate quarterly earnings/results and better micro economic performance.
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November 12, 2025
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One Galle Face celebrates 6th anniversary with world-class shopping and entertainment experiences
One Galle Face, is continuing to deliver unparalleled family, shopping, dining and entertainment experiences as it celebrates its 6th anniversary in November.
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November 12, 2025
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Governance Matters: SEC engages corporate leaders
Addressing the critical issue of disclosure require-
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November 12, 2025
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Backhoe Saman's wife re-remanded
The Vavuniya Magistrate’s court on Monday (10) ordered Shadhika Lakshani, wife of notorious underworld figure Backhoe Saman, be remanded until 24 November pend-
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November 12, 2025
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Speaker orders investigation into use of unparliamentary language by several MPs
Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne yesterday directed the Office of the Secretary General of Parliament to conduct an investigation into the use of unparliamentary language by several MPs during Monday’s sittings.
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November 12, 2025
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Celebrating 96th birthday of Dr. Amarasekera A life of healing, writing, and national thought
As the 96th birthday of Dr. Gunadasa Amarasekera is celebrated we reflect on the extraordinary life of aman who has shaped the nation’s intellectual, cultural, and medical landscapes.
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November 12, 2025
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Janashakthi Life soars Q3 with 249% surge in profits and 72% growth in New Business Premiums
Janashakthi Life, the flagship brand of JXG (Janashakthi Group) closed Q3 2025 solidifying its performance and growth momentum as one of Sri Lanka’s fastest-growing life insurers.
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November 12, 2025
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US driving India-China closer - Dr. Carlos Correa
The Executive Director of the South Centre Dr. Carlos Correa has observed that the current protectionist policies of the major western powers may paradoxically strengthen cooperation among developing countries, creating new opportunities for the 'Global South' to reshape the global economic order through strategic approaches and regional collaboration.
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November 12, 2025
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Brand Finance ranks Bank of Ceylon as Sri Lanka's Most Valuable Brand in 2025
When Brand Finance Lanka announced its rankings for 2025, Bank of Ceylon (BOC) returned to the top as Sri Lanka's Most Valuable Brand.
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November 12, 2025
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Adani Group to build India's largest battery storage system in Gujarat
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani plans to build a multi-billion-dollar battery energy storage system in his home State Gujarat to support his group’s renewable energy ambitions, according to people familiar with the matter.
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November 12, 2025
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Reverse swing on the cards in Kolkata for India vs South Africa Test
Kolkata will host a Test match for the first time in six years
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November 12, 2025
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Under 19 Cricket Chaniru anchors Trinity in captain's absence
In the absence of their Youth National players, Chaniru Senarathne held Trinity's batting together with an unbeaten century to earn first innings honours against Thurstan in the Under 19 cricket encounter at Asgiriya on Tuesday.
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November 12, 2025
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Under 19 Cricket
Chaniru anchors Trinity in captain's absence
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November 12, 2025
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When will Sri Lanka eradicate extreme poverty?
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's (AKD) second budget speech, delivered on 8 November 2025, painted a clear picture of 'stabilisation' in the neoclassical economic sense:
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November 12, 2025
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100 Years of Tea Research: Contributions of Tea Research Institute of Sri Lanka and its future role
Declining soil fertility is a major issue that the Sri Lankan tea sector is facing along with the aging plant stock, which act as a vicious cycle.
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November 12, 2025
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Orchid Paradise unveiled to champion Sri Lanka’s endemic flora
Spa Ceylon, the world’s largest luxury Ayurveda chain, has once again merged beauty, heritage, and environmental consciousness—this time through the conservation of Sri Lanka’s rare and endemic orchids.
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November 12, 2025
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History made by young Thomian paddler
Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia schoolboy Taavi Samaraweera has created history by climbing to World No. 3 in the ITTF Under-11 Boys’ Table Tennis Rankings — the highest-ever ranking achieved by a Sri Lankan player at any age level.
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November 12, 2025
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US coming closer to sealing trade deal with India, likely with cut in tariffs, hints President Trump
The United States (US) is coming close to sealing a trade deal with India, said President Donald Trump, adding that at some point, the US would bring down the tariffs on India.
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November 12, 2025
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ComBank opens Islamic Banking counters at Dehiwala & Galle Fort branches
Demonstrating its commitment to serve the special requirements of its Islamic customers, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has inaugurated dedicated Al Adalah Islamic Banking Counters at its Dehiwala and Galle Fort branches, further expanding access to banking products and services that fully comply with Sharia Principles.
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November 12, 2025
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West Indies to face Afghanistan in T20I series in January 2026
West Indies and Afghanistan will face each other over three T20Is in Sharjah next year as both teams build up towards the World Cup.
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November 12, 2025
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Hong Kong’s SiS Group invests in controlling stake in Gestetner of Ceylon
SiS International Holdings Limited (“SiS”) recently invested in a controlling interest in Gestetner of Ceylon PLC (“Gestetner”), a leading player in the office automation sector in Sri Lanka, through World Elite Limited, one of its Hong Kong-based subsidiaries.
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November 12, 2025
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ITAK: TNA can be revived if DTNA falls in line
Illankai Tamil Arasu Katchi (ITAK) spokesperson and secretary M. A. Sumanthiran, PC, has said that the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) could be revived if the Democratic Tamil National Alliance (DTNA) agrees to ITAK’s proposed political position.
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November 12, 2025
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AI and cinema
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic idea hovering at the edges of the film industry; it has already stepped onto the set.
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November 12, 2025
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Mahindra Ideal Finance records 204% growth in PBT to Rs. 477 mn for H1 FY26
Mahindra Ideal Finance Limited (MIFL) has delivered strong growth in income and profits during the six months ended 30th September 2025 (H1 FY26), fueled by a rapid expansion in its multi-brand vehicle financing portfolio.
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November 12, 2025
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Super Typhoon Fung-wong approaches Philippines, nearly 1 million evacuated
Philippines weather bureau warns of 'life-threatening conditions' as super storm heads for its largest island
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November 10, 2025
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Delhi asks Moscow to release 44 Indians serving in Russian military
The number of Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army has increased to 44 in view of recruitment in recent months, India said on Friday (07 November ).
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November 10, 2025
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World Science Day: What constrains our scientific advancement?
Mars in science and mars in astrology. Many believe both!
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November 10, 2025
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Diplomatic efforts underway to bring back trawler and suspects
SL vessel intercepted with narcotics off the Maldives
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November 10, 2025
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Message from the Chairperson
Early this year, as the Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS) completed its 50th anniversary, it proudly received official recognition as a degree awarding institution from the Ministry of Higher Education.
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November 10, 2025
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Opposition urges govt. to scrap controversial tender for 1,775 pickup trucks
The Opposition has lashed out at the NPP government for what it describes as a shady deal to procure 1,775 double cab pickups by manipulating the tender process.
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