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Modi to visit Bhutan on November 11-12
Prime Minister Narendra Modi plans to visit Bhutan on November 11-12 as the chief guest on the occasion of the 70th birthday celebrations of King Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the fourth king of the Himalayan nation.
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November 06, 2025
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Wrangle for an ass’s shadow
Vijitha Herat, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has stated that Sri Lanka did not attempt to join a losing race when he and the government decided to let the UNHRC to adopt the proposal A/HRC/60/21/2025 against Sri Lanka. He also added that they wanted to save funds by not getting involved in canvassing support from other nations. The minister’s excuses remind us of a tale of Demosthenes of an ass’s shadow in which two persons contended about trifles while both lost what they should have protected.
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November 06, 2025
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SL, UAE aiming for boosting economic and trade relations
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra on Tuesday (04) highlighted the importance of consolidating economic and trade relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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November 06, 2025
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Vision of Dr. Gamani Corea and the South's present development policy options
The 'takes' were numerous for the perceptive sections of the public from the Dr. Gamani Corea 100th birth anniversary oration delivered at 'The Lighthouse' auditorium, Colombo, by Dr. Carlos Maria Correa, Executive Director of the South Centre in Geneva on November 4th.
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November 06, 2025
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Favourites for the title of Miss Universe 2025
Obviously, right now it’s the guessing game as to who will be crowned Miss Universe 2025 when it all happens on 21 November, 2025, at the Impact Challenger Hall 2, in Bangkok, Thailand.
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November 06, 2025
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DFCC Bank at 70: Reimagining customer experience in a new era of banking
Having served Sri Lanka for seven decades, DFCC Bank is entering a new era of purpose-led service and digital transformation.
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November 06, 2025
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Value of new business at AIA up 25 per cent to US$1,476 million
AIA Group Limited (the Company) announces 25 per cent growth in value of new business (VONB) on constant exchange rates (CER) for the third quarter ended 30 September 2025.
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November 06, 2025
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NSBM Green University triumphs at SLIIT T20 Cricket Showdown
NSBM Green University team showcased outstanding skill, teamwork and determination to emerge unbeaten champions at the SLIIT T20 Cricket Showdown 2025, competing against SLIIT, IIT, KDU, SLTC, Curtin, CINEC and NIBM university teams.
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November 06, 2025
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Adani lessons cited: Chamber demands financial acumen in PPP negotiations
I na sharp reminder of the financial pitfalls in large-scale infrastructure deals, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) urged the government to fortify its negotiating teams with top financial expertise to navigate unknown territories and protect the nation’s interest in Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs).
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November 06, 2025
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Fallen Prince
SNS: The removal of Prince Andrew's royal titles and his eviction from the Royal Lodge in Windsor estate mark an extraordinary rupture in the fabric of Britain’s monarchy. In renaming him Andrew Mountbatten Windsor and stripping him of his privileges, King Charles III has done what once seemed unthinkable, subordinating family loyalty to public morality. The decision signals that the House of Windsor, long accused of protecting its own, has finally drawn a red line between personal disgrace and institutional integrity. The reckoning has been slow but inevitable.
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November 06, 2025
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Sajith meets Lok Sabha Speaker, Finance Minister
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, on a three-day visit to India, met Indian Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, in New Delhi, on Tuesday (04), sources said, adding that they exchanged views on strengthening parliamentary cooperation between Sri Lanka and India.
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November 06, 2025
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Carrots for hair growth
Lots of us tend to have problems with our hair ... wondering how to have a good hair growth.
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November 06, 2025
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Korea celebrates National Foundation Day and 48 years of Korea-Sri Lanka Friendship
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Sri Lanka, led by Ambassador Miyon Lee, hosted a grand celebration to mark Korea's 4358th National Foundation Day at Cinnamon Life, Colombo.
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November 06, 2025
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Building emotional intelligence in youth
Emotional intelligence, often described as the ability to recognise, understand and manage one's own emotions while empathising with others, has become as important as academic intelligence in determining success and happiness.
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November 06, 2025
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NDB delivers exceptional 65% growth in post-tax profit during nine months
National Development Bank PLC, released its financial results for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, to the Colombo Stock Exchange recently.
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November 06, 2025
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Boards set to discuss Asia Cup fallout during ICC quarterly meeting
The whereabouts and fate of the Asia Cup trophy could be among the thorniest issues discussed at the ICC Board meeting
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November 06, 2025
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Awakening a Generation: Mentoring Sri Lanka’s Youth for Purpose and Progress
O: of my students, who is very close to the age of 25, met me and asked about how he could expand his online clothing business in terms of different marketing strategies.
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November 06, 2025
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Mahindra Pik Up unveiled at Ceylon Motor Show
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India's leading automotive giant along with Ideal Motors introduced its Pik Up Range in Sri Lanka at the Ceylon Motor Show held at the BMICH.
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November 06, 2025
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Police continue with operations against law breakers
Police said 736 individuals have been arrested on suspicion of being involved in criminal activities and also over illicit liquor and drug-related offenses during a special countrywide operation conducted on Tuesday (04).
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November 06, 2025
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Morari Bapu's Ram Katha enchants devotees in Sri Lanka
The sacred message of Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram resonated across Sri Lanka as Pujya Morari Bapu, the revered Ramkatha exponent and spiritual guide, narrated the Ram Katha in Negombo, marking the Sri Lankan chapter of the historic Ram Yatra.
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November 06, 2025
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John Keells Holdings doubles EBITDA to Rs.18.3Bn, signals even stronger second-half
The Group delivered a strong quarterly performance marked by the contribution from its new investments and businesses as well as a robust contribution across the portfolio.
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November 06, 2025
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Attitude development: Key to national progress
‘n a developing country like Sri Lanka, one of the main challenges, is developing attitudes and social values of its citizens. Attitudes are the behaviours and beliefs that shape an individual's or society's actions. These attitudes have a significant impact on personal and societal development. Therefore, developing the right attitudes is crucial for the progress of a nation.
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November 06, 2025
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Flexiprint crowned with Silver at CNCI Achiever 2025
Flexiprint (Pvt) Ltd - the market leader in manufacturing and marketing of teabags and tags including pyramid tea bags for one of the most flamboyant and demanding industries in the world, was crowned with the prestigious Silver award for the Extra-Large Category - National Level Manufacturing Sector at the Achiever’s Awards Ceremony 2025 organized by the Ceylon National Chamber of Industries (CNCI) in collaboration with the Ministry of Industries.
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November 06, 2025
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Hayleys defeat CDB by 5 runs in 10th MCA Super Premier T20 tournament final
Hayleys Group made amends to their loss in the 32nd Singer-MCA Super Premier 50 over tournament final last Thursday, by defeating the star studded Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) team by five runs in the final of the 10th MCA Super Premier T20 tournament played under lights at the CCC ground on Sunday night.
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November 06, 2025
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Standard Chartered Priority partners with the De Lanerolle Brothers for 'Can't Wait for Christmas'
For the second consecutive year, Standard Chartered Sri Lanka Priority Banking partners with the celebrated De Lanerolle Brothers for their much-anticipated Christmas concert, 'Can't Wait for Christmas', to be held on Monday, 24 November 2025 at the Hilton Colombo.
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November 06, 2025
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Sri Lanka's first plastic testing lab launches to support quality and sustainability in recycling
GP Certified proudly announces the launch of GP Labs, Sri Lanka's first and only dedicated plastic testing facility, designed to bring scientific precision and international quality standards to the country's growing plastic recycling and polymer manufacturing sectors.
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November 06, 2025
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VogueFest’25: SLIIT Illuminates the Runway with a Spectacular Celebration of Fashion and Innovation
The SLIIT Business School dazzled the Sri Lankan fashion scene with the grand success of VogueFest'25, held on 31st October 2025 at SLIIT Malabe.
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November 05, 2025
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SJB constituent TPA pulls out of Nugegoda rally
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) constituent the Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) yesterday (04) said it wouldn't join the joint Opposition rally.
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November 05, 2025
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Tamil Union marks 125 years – a century and a quarter of cricketing glory
Tamil Union Cricket and Athletic Club, one of Sri Lanka's proudest cricket clubs, celebrated its 125th anniversary in grand style at the City of Dreams in Colombo on Friday.
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November 05, 2025
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Tisara President elect of OPA
Tisara de Silva was elected the President Elect of the Organisation of Professional Associations of Sri Lanka (OPA) for the year 2025 / 2026 at the AGM held on 31st October 2025.
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