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Secondary bond market yields hold steady; activity moderates
Rs. 113 billion Treasury bill auction in focus; Rupee appreciates
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July 02, 2025
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Winds of change switch course of the League
DIALOG SCHOOLS RUGBY LEAGUE 2025 WEEK 4 TACTICAL ANALYSIS
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July 02, 2025
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Takeaways for Sri Lanka from UNCTAD's Investment Reality Check
THE release of UNCTAD’s ‘World Investment Report 2025’ delivers a sobering assessment of global capital flows, which serve both as a warning and opportunity for Sri Lanka’s economic recovery trajectory.
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July 02, 2025
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5G-A powers all-scenario IoT to enable intelligent connections for all
AT the GSMA IoT Summit during Mobile World Congress (MWC) Shanghai 2025, Huawei Wireless Solution Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Eric Zhao delivered a keynote speech titled “5G-A powers all-scenario IoT, turbocharging a new AIoT era for all”.
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July 02, 2025
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Finance Ministry rolls out high-yield special fixed deposit scheme for senior citizens
THE Finance Ministry yesterday announced the rollout of the special interest scheme for senior citizens 2025, offering enhanced returns on fixed deposit savings for individuals aged 60 and above, offering higher interest rates to support their financial security.
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July 02, 2025
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CEOs Roundtable holds strategic discussion on trade and business between SL and India
Organised by Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and Indo-Lanka Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with the High Commission of India
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July 02, 2025
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Prabhath Kaushallya appointed to HDFC Bank Board
TOP professional Prabhath Kaushallya has been appointed to the Board of HDFC Bank of Sri Lanka as a Non-Executive Independent Director:
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July 02, 2025
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Shantha Bandara appointed President at SLCPI's 64th Annual General Meeting
THE Sri Lanka Chamber of the Pharmaceutical Industry (SLCPI) successfully held its 64th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 27 June, at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo.
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July 02, 2025
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Sri Lanka gets $ 2.5 m from Japan to strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms
UNDP Sri Lanka to implement a 3-year project to promote transparency, integrity and accountability in governance and business practices
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July 02, 2025
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Export Development Board and Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye hold discussion on enhancing trade opportunities
AMBASSADOR of the Republic of Türkiye Semih Lütfü Turgut, and the Export Development Board (EDB) engaged in discussions on fostering international relations and exploring trade opportunities between the two countries. The meeting was held at EDB on 12 June.
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July 02, 2025
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CCC, Police SC continue winning streak
SLC Major Club 50-over cricket tournament
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July 02, 2025
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CSE ends winning streak but turnover tops Rs. 7.6 b
THE five-day winning streak of the Colombo stock market ended yesterday though turnover topped the Rs. 7.6 billion mark.
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July 02, 2025
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Zesta revives its iconic storytelling legacy with launch of new commercial
ZESTA Tea, the premium tea market leader under Sunshine Consumer Lanka, took centre stage once more as it premiered its much-anticipated commercial at an exclusive screening hosted at PVR Cinemas, One Galle Face, recently.
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July 02, 2025
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First Capital Holdings triumphs at 12th Annual Capital Market Awards 2024
Receives dual honours for excellence in fund management and equity research
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July 02, 2025
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Top banker Delvin Pereira - new Rotary Governor Sri Lanka and Maldives
ONE of Sri Lanka's top banking personalities Delvin Pereira has been appointed as the Governor of Rotary Sri Lanka and Maldives for the year 2025/26.
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July 02, 2025
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Clogard joins global elite in Kotler's upcoming marketing publication
HEMAS Consumer Brands has announced that Clogard, a leading and trusted oral care brand in Sri Lanka, will be featured in the Sri Lanka and Maldives Edition of 'Essentials in Modern Marketing' by Kotler Impact Inc.
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July 02, 2025
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From legacy to leadership: Agility Innovation's bold leap into digital future
Inside the transformative vision of COO Vasabha Bulathsinhala, the architect of Agility Innovation's next-gen evolution
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July 02, 2025
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Enfection launches Sri Lanka's first interactive Al avatar for Annual Reports
ENFECTION Ltd., a martech innovator, has set a new benchmark in corporate communications with the launch of Sri Lanka's first Al-powered interactive avatar agent for Annual Reports.
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July 02, 2025
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Dinesh and Sanath re-elected as Chairman and Vice Chairman of EFC
THE Employers' Federation of Ceylon (EFC) concluded its 96th Annual General Meeting on 30 June at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH).
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July 02, 2025
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From promise to paralysis: Elusive FDI boost in Sri Lanka
EARLY this month, confusion arose as to how much Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) was channelled into the country's economy in the first quarter (1Q) of this year due to various individuals and institutions of the Government apparatus presenting contradictory figures. Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunneththi stated that Sri Lanka received $ 650 million in FDI during the 1Q of 2025. However, his remark differed from the latest data issued by the BOI.
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July 02, 2025
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Wake-up call: Part 2 - Demystifying Al in business
From awareness to action: How leaders can embrace the shift
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July 02, 2025
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President to determine action on container controversy after reviewing committee findings: Bimal
Minister Bimal Rathnayake acknowledges Committee findings on shortcomings by ‘Sri Lanka Customs officials Pledges disciplinary and legal action over container release controversy Dismisses Opposition accusations as politically motivated and baseless
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July 02, 2025
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High riding Sri Lanka under glare against Bangladesh today
ONE team is coming with four series wins at home under their belt and the other with two back-to-back series defeats away from home when Sri Lanka meets Bangladesh in the first of three ODIs at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium under lights today.
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July 02, 2025
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Malik, Isfahani among JCI's 110's Most Influential Members in Asia and the Pacific
SRI Lanka's Malik Cader and Isfahani Sameen and the late Kingsley Wickramaratne have been included among JCI's 110 Most Influential Members in the Asia Pacific Region.
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July 02, 2025
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LIIN and Good Market forge strategic partnership to strengthen MSMES
Event includes panel discussion where entrepreneurs share experiences and challenges in scaling social enterprises
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July 02, 2025
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Govt. tightens seat belt rules to boost safety drive
All bus drivers must wear seatbelts while operating on any road with immediate effect from 1 August, rear-seat passengers in light vehicles on expressways must also buckle up from 1 September when it will become mandatory for all vehicles on expressways to wear seatbelts, regardless of the seating position.
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July 02, 2025
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Connex launches 'Cyble' extended threat intelligence platform in Sri Lanka
CONNEX Information Technologies, a leading provider of innovative ICT solutions in Sri Lanka, has partnered with Cyble, a global leader in threat intelligence, to officially bring Cyble's powerful threat detection and response capabilities to the Sri Lankan market.
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July 02, 2025
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People’s Bank celebrates World MSME Day with successful hosting of ‘Entrepreneurial Glory 2025'
IN celebration of World Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME) Day, People’s Bank hosted the ‘Entrepreneurial Glory 2025 and MSME Trade Fair’ on 27 and 28 June at the Gampaha Municipal Council Stadium.
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July 02, 2025
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Abans Finance achieves 344% growth to reach Rs. 951 m PBT in FY25
ABANS Finance PLC has reported outstanding financial results for the year ending 31 March, reinforcing its status as a resilient and growth-oriented member in Sri Lanka's non-banking financial services sector:
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July 02, 2025
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Roar Global partners DMASL to power Digital Summit 2025
ROAR Global has entered a strategic partnership with the DMASL Digital Summit 2025, South Asia’s leading forum for digital innovation and leadership.
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