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SLT-Mobitel becomes first telco to partner with KOKO, offering flexible payment plans for devices
SLT-MOBITEL, in an exciting new partnership, has become the first telco to join forces with Koko, the country's pioneering Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) provider, to offer flexible payment solutions for 4G and 5G-ready devices and connectivity products.
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July 17, 2025
Daily FT
Thema Collection sets sustainability benchmark with GHG quantification initiative
WITH the global urgency to address climate change and the rising demand for responsible travel, Thema Collection—a leading thematic and eco-conscious hospitality group in Sri Lanka—has successfully completed a groundbreaking sustainability initiative in partnership with Australia’s Market Development Facility (MDF).
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July 17, 2025
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Shaping blueprint of exceptional workplaces: Great Place To Work unveils Sri Lanka's 40 Best Workplaces for 2025
IN its 13th consecutive year of championing exceptional workplace culture, Great Place To Work Sri Lanka has officially unveiled its eagerly awaited list of the 40 Best Workplaces™ in Sri Lanka for 2025.
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July 17, 2025
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BCCS Awards 2025: Stronger focus on integrity, impact and innovation
NOW in its 22nd year, the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability (BCCS) Awards continues to raise the bar for corporate responsibility in Sri Lanka.
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July 17, 2025
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FCCISL strengthens economic cooperation with Oman
B2B partnerships and CACCI 2025 participation on the horizon
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July 17, 2025
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'Uber for teens' debuts in Sri Lanka
UBER has announced the launch of 'Uber for teens' in Sri Lanka — a dedicated product designed to offer teenagers aged 13 to 17 years the freedom to ride independently, with technology-driven safety features that keep parents and guardians informed every step of the way.
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July 17, 2025
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Sri Lanka's largest menstrual health and hygiene education program kicks off
■National initiative by Fems partnering Red Cross, United Communities and Ministries of Health and Education ■\"Api Katha Karamu\" to educate over 180,000 school students countrywide to address critical gaps and create awareness
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July 17, 2025
Daily FT
Hague Group charges Israel with genocide
Multilateral coalition arrive in Bogota to take action to stop Israel's genocide, despite US condemnation and sanctions against UN and international courts
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July 17, 2025
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SLID CXO Forum 2025 tackles banking innovation, technology and risk in partnership with Huawei
THE Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID), in collaboration with Huawei Sri Lanka, hosted its CXO Forum 2025 at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, bringing together over 100 banking and finance leaders to explore the theme: “Can Banks De-Risk and Innovate in This Hyper Competitive Age with Technology?”
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July 17, 2025
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Pan Asia Bank customers win big at CMA Sri Lanka MSME Business Excellence Awards 2025
PAN Asia Bank has announced that two of its valued MSME clients have been recognised with prestigious accolades at the CMA Sri Lanka MSME Business Excellence Awards 2025, held on 27 June 2025 at the Lotus Hall, BMICH Colombo.
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July 17, 2025
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Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts announces new leadership appointments across Sri Lanka resort properties
CINNAMON Hotels & Resorts has announced a series of senior leadership transitions across its Sri Lankan resort portfolio, reflecting the Group's strategic commitment to strengthening internal talent pipelines, advancing inclusive leadership, and driving operational excellence across its Sri Lanka Resort portfolio.
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July 17, 2025
Daily FT
Unbeaten century by Nuwanidu helps Sri Lanka 'A' to a draw
First 4-day unofficial Test against Australia 'A'
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July 17, 2025
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Sri Lanka Insurance Life Declares Industry's Largest Bonus of Rs. 12.5 Billion to Policyholders
Unmatched track record with cumulative bonus declarations surpassing Rs. 116.6 Billion since 2006
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July 17, 2025
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Pope Leo receives two new electric vehicles after Mercedes granted 'wish' to late Pope Francis
POPE Leo XIV has received two new electric vehicles as the Pontiff follows on from his predecessor in using cleaner transportation.
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July 17, 2025
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'Sri Lankan Ayurveda Evening' in Luxembourg
SRI Lanka Embassy in Brussels and 'Karunakarala Ayurveda Resort' in Waikkal Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Union Luxembourgeoise de Tourisme (ULT) in Luxembourg, organised 'Sri Lanka Ayurveda Evening' on 2 July, at Goeres Hotel in Luxembourg.
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July 17, 2025
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Victoria Central Graduate School officially launches in Sri Lanka
THE Jade Education Group recently officially launched its newest initiative, Victoria Central Graduate School.
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July 17, 2025
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Trinity winners of Study Australia Entrepreneurship Challenge 2025 Sri Lanka
STUDENTS of Trinity College, Kandy, Sri Lanka, won the Australian Government’ Study Australia Entrepreneurship Challenge (SAEC) 2025 Sri Lanka, The winners were announced at the Festival of Australia event held in Colombo on 29 June.
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July 17, 2025
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Dilmah Tea unveils Genesis Tea and Cinnamon Experience – first of its kind in Colombo
DILMAH Tea recently launched the Genesis Tea and Cinnamon Experience, aimed at creating awareness and enriching the Sri Lankan sojourns of discerning travellers, at Genesis Colombo, the birthplace of their world-renowned brand of authentic Ceylon tea, which invoked a special significance to the event.
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July 17, 2025
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WOMEN AT THE HELM: HOW THE GLOBAL CEO TOP BUSINESSWOMEN AWARDS 2025 IS DRIVING ECONOMIC AND LEADERSHIP TRANSFORMATION
In a country where economic growth demands fresh energy and innovation, the Global CEO Top Businesswomen Awards 2025 emerged as a defining moment— honouring not only success stories, but also lighting the path toward a more inclusive and dynamic economy.
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July 17, 2025
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GLOBAL CEO AWARDEE RAMYA WEERAKOON REFLECTS ON HER PATH TO SUCCESS
Ramya Weerakoon, Chairperson of Ramya Holdings Pvt. Ltd. and a woman entrepreneur, is certainly not an unfamiliar name in Sri Lanka. In recognition of her strides in the business landscape, she was among the ten who were awarded the Global CEO Top Businesswomen Awards this year. To gain insight into her thoughts on the award and her journey in business, this newspaper reached out to Mrs. Weerakoon. Following are excerpts of the interview:
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July 17, 2025
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Reshan in sparkling form moves into top 10 in Indonesia
MEDCO Pondok Indah International Amateur Golf Championship at Pondok Indah Golf Course in Indonesia on Day 2 saw Reshan Algama turned in a magnificent even par 72.
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July 17, 2025
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Young Sri Lankan politicians begin two-week official visit in India
A 24-member delegation of young political leaders representing 14 Sri Lankan parties has commenced a twoweek official visit to India.
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July 17, 2025
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Turning connections into capital with BNI Sri Lanka
In a business landscape where meaningful connections have become the currency for growth, Business Network International (BNI) has built itself globally as one the most recognised and trusted models through its structured, referral-based networking.
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July 17, 2025
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Rockland and SLHGA host fifth annual Bar Champs
Over 180 aspiring bartenders trained through countrywide workshops Regional rounds across six key cities conclude successfully Grand finale on 30 July at Hotel Show Colombo
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July 17, 2025
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HDFC Bank comes under CBSL restrictions
THE Housing Development Finance Corporation Bank of Sri Lanka (HDFC Bank) yesterday revealed that it has come under certain regulatory restrictions imposed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) relating to its business expansion and discretionary payments.
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July 17, 2025
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MiHCM appoints Pubudini Abeyesekera as CEO for Sri Lanka and the Maldives
MIHCM, a gamechanger in workforce and digital workplace solutions, has announced the appointment of Pubudini Abeyesekera as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Sri Lanka and the Maldives with effect from 1 July.
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July 17, 2025
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EDB initiates strategic dialogue with NIRDC to boost R&D in pharmaceutical sector
THE Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) initiated a constructive dialogue with the National Initiative for R&D Commercialisation (NIRDC) to explore avenues of support for strengthening the Sri Lankan pharmaceutical sector through Research and Development (R&D).
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July 17, 2025
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Sri Lanka-India Media Friendship Association holds General Meeting
THE Sri Lanka-India Media Friendship Association (SLIMFA) held its General Meeting on 14 July at the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC), Colombo.
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July 17, 2025
Daily FT
DIMO Healthcare advances liver health management with Sri Lanka's first Echosens FibroScan Expert 630
■First installation at Hemas Hospital Wattala
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July 17, 2025
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Sri Lanka lose first T20I series to Bangladesh 2-1
Another pathetic performance sums up Sri Lanka's woes in shortest format
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