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National Shoora Council condemns unprovoked Israeli aggression on Iran
THE National Shoora Council (NSC) in a media statement has condemned the several rounds of unprovoked Israeli aggression on Iran overnight Friday, 13 June, attacking multiple Iranian civilian nuclear targets, killing Iranian civilians and scientists.
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June 16, 2025
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HNB Assurance enters MCA “G” Division 25-Over League final
HNB Assurance entered the final of the 14th Stafford Motor Co.-sponsored 'Honda' Trophy - MCA “G” Division 25-Over League Tournament 2025, as they romped to a comprehensive 192-run win over Singer Sri Lanka 'B' in the semi-final played at the MCA Grounds on 14 June.
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June 16, 2025
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SMB Finance surpasses Rs. 6 b assets in two years of obtaining finance business licence
SMB Finance PLC has unveiled its Annual Report for the financial year 2024, showcasing a strong and sustainable performance in its second year of operations as a licenced finance company.
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June 16, 2025
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Forging unity through media: 2025 SCO Media Cooperation Forum in Xinjiang
THE 2025 Media Cooperation Forum of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) countries, hosted by People’s Daily, concluded in Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, marking a milestone in cross-border media collaboration.
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June 16, 2025
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Economic development role of Central Bank under new Central Bank Act: Part I
CENTRAL banks have always been a puzzle to ordinary public as well as to politicians. For public, it is the institution which is charged with and holding responsibility for the country's economic growth and prosperity. I had sat on many interview boards, during my central bank days, to examine candidates who had sought to join the Central Bank as staff members. All of them had been the cream of the local as well as foreign universities holding either first classes or second-class upper division passes in the respective subject areas. One question which I posed to them was why they wanted to join the Central Bank. The answer just spat out of their mouths as if it had been kept well ingrained in their memory systems.
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June 16, 2025
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Lahiru Kumara ruled out of first Test with injury
Asitha Fernando recovering from viral flu
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June 16, 2025
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53rd Mercantile Rugby Sevens kicks off on 11 Sept.
THE 53rd Mercantile Rugby Sevens 2025, conducted by the Mercantile Rugby Football Association (MRFA) under its new President Mindika Jayasinghe from Sampath Bank, is scheduled to be held on 11, 12 and 13 September, at the CR&FC Grounds, Longdon Place, Colombo 7.
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June 16, 2025
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Alibaba urges local SMEs to go global with e-commerce power
Alibaba Executive Ma Haobo urges local SMEs to embrace digital transformation through e-commerce to reach global markets
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June 16, 2025
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Lanka Hospitals Chairman resigns
LANKA Hospitals Corporation PLC has announced the resignation of its Chairman Dr. M. Nilupul Perera.
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June 16, 2025
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President meets German Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake last week met with German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development Reem Alabali-Radovan at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Berlin during his official visit to the Federal Republic of Germany.
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June 16, 2025
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George Steuart sheds 10% stake in HVA Foods for Rs. 88 m
GEORGE Steuart and Company Ltd., has shed 10.22% of its stake in HVA Foods PLC for Rs. 88 million.
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June 16, 2025
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Remarkable humanitarian feat by solo ophthalmologist
Dr. Kasun Gunawardana singlehandedly performs 257 phacoemulsification surgeries at Cataract Camp on Poson Poya Day
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June 16, 2025
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Trinity in 11-try blitz against Vidyartha
TRINITY College delivered a commanding performance in Week 2 of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025, dismantling Vidyartha College 74/14 in a dominant display at their Pallekele Rugby Stadium.
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June 16, 2025
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Sri Lanka and conflagration in West Asia: Need for delinking
WITH the stunning escalation of Israeli aggression against Iran, the wider world is headed towards disaster. Conflict in the region may be temporarily contained by Iran's military difficulties in responding.
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June 16, 2025
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Secondary Bond market yields close steady
THE Secondary Bond market initially kicked off last week with yields trading sideways, fluctuating within a narrow band. Market activity and transaction volumes were seen at subdued levels as market participants adopted a watchful stance ahead of the Treasury bond auction.
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June 16, 2025
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Fixing the sixties: Learning to live “lovingly”
I am yet to reach the sixties. I know so many who have retired at sixty and revived their life with relaxation and renewal.
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June 16, 2025
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Sri Lanka rugby team can hold heads high despite defeat by South Korea
IN a heart-stopping showdown that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the Sri Lanka national rugby team narrowly lost to South Korea 38-34 in an electrifying match filled with drama, passion, and relentless determination.
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June 16, 2025
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LKI hosts Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles for 'Fireside Chat'
THE Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute (LKI) hosted visiting Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles for a 'Fireside Chat' titled 'Australia and the Indian Ocean' on 3 June at the LKI Lighthouse Auditorium.
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June 16, 2025
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WPRFU signs MoU for rugby development with Sling Mobility
IN a historic first, the Western Province Rugby Football Union (WPRFU) has become the first Provincial Union in the country to formally sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a corporate partner, Sling Mobility Ltd.
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June 16, 2025
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Bavuma eyes more ICC trophies following Lord's breakthrough
FRESH off winning the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final, Proteas Captain Temba Bavuma has already set his sights firmly on the future: bringing even more ICC trophies home to South Africa across all formats.
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June 16, 2025
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Industries Ministry gears up for digital overhaul: Deputy Minister
Digital Economy Ministry joins forces to drive digital transformation to modernise industrial sector
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June 16, 2025
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Long shadow of Prageeth Eknaligoda's disappearance
FIFTEEN years after the chilling disappearance of journalist and cartoonist Prageeth Eknaligoda, we are once again reminded of the long and painful struggle for justice, mostly waged by his spouse Sandya.
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June 16, 2025
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SLPA showcases Colombo East Container Terminal along with other existing Terminals at the Tianjin International Shipping Expo 2025
THE Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) team, led by the Additional Managing Director – Operations Lal Weerasinghe, is currently representing SLPA at the 3rd Tianjin International Shipping Expo 2025 in Tianjin City, China.
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June 16, 2025
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Sri Lanka's recovery hinges on reform, not just stability: Bankers
IN a recent discussion, a panel of major local bank representatives stated that Sri Lanka's future would be one of economic recovery and growth opportunities, yet, policy inconsistency, external shocks, and over-reliance on narrow sectors could undermine its stability.
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June 16, 2025
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Economic analysis...
• Loyalty programs: Implement a loyalty program for ship operators-e.g. every N-th call at Colombo with bunkers + water yields a bonus (such as a waiver of port dues or free freshwater up to a limit).
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June 16, 2025
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Sri Lanka and Australia to enhance cooperation on transnational crime with new MoU
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting last week approved a proposal to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Sri Lanka Police and the Australian Federal Police towards strengthening bilateral law enforcement ties.
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June 16, 2025
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Shamalie Jayatunge appointed to Lanka Aluminium Industries Board
SHAMALIE Madhu Jayatunge has been appointed to the Board of Lanka Aluminium Industries PLC as an Independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 1 July 2025.
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June 16, 2025
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Beyond the Great Wall: Sri Lankan political journey to modern China
AS our plane touched down at Beijing Capital International Airport, the magnitude of the invitation extended by the Communist Party of China (CPC) was beginning to sink in!
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June 16, 2025
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CCC carry too much firepower for Panadura SC
THE CCC on their home turf crowned themselves as the new SLC Major Clubs T20 champions when they defeated Panadura SC by six wickets in the final played under lights for the first time at the CCC grounds yesterday.
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June 16, 2025
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APBSL and SLBA-UAE forge strategic partnership
■Initiative to strengthen Sri Lankan banking professionals' global reach
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