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UK’s College of Contract Management to offer free IT diplomas for Sri Lankan students
Introducing free IT Foundation Diploma to bridge the skills gap in Sri Lanka, Initiative to provide career opportunities for school leavers, Course to be launched this November, Expecting 200 students for the first intake, A new CCM centre will open in Sri Lanka this November, The program is fully funded by the college
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October 17, 2025
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Nations Trust Bank drives cashless future at CBSL's "Pay Digital" initiative in Dambulla
NATIONS Trust Bank was an active partner in the Central Bank of Sri Lanka's (CBSL) \"Pay Digital\" Initiative held in Dambulla recently, as a part of its commitment towards building an economy that drives cashless digital payments for economic progress.
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October 17, 2025
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Colombo Port seen handling record 8.2 m containers in 2025
SRI Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) Chairman Admiral (Retd.) Sirimevan Ranasinghe yesterday said the Colombo Port could handle a record 8.2 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) this year, supported by the ramp-up of operations at the West Container Terminal (WCT).
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October 17, 2025
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Govt. to boost sports tourism
TOURISM Minister Vijitha Herath yesterday said the Government will form an operations committee comprising officials from both the public and private sectors to accelerate efforts to promote sports tourism in Sri Lanka.
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October 17, 2025
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Mithila Wegapitiya joins LAUGFS Gas, LAUGFS Power Boards
LAUGFS Gas PLC and LAUGFS Power PLC have appointed Mithila Wegapitiya to their Boards as a Non-Independent Director.
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October 17, 2025
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Police caution public over predatory online and mobile loan schemes
THE Sri Lanka Police Headquarters yesterday warned the public to be cautious when taking loans through online or mobile platforms, following a surge in complaints about deceptive and exploitative lending practices.
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October 17, 2025
Daily FT
Great Place To Work holds CXO Forum
THE Great Place To Work® Sri Lanka CXO Forum, held recently in Colombo under the theme “Unlocking Multigenerational Leadership Through Shared Values,” convened senior leaders and industry experts to discuss the future of workplace culture through resilience, inclusivity, and future-readiness.
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October 17, 2025
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Rupee trades above Rs. 303
Bond market yields remain mostly unchanged
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October 17, 2025
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Foreign investors explore marine and port opportunities in Sri Lanka
A delegation of 10 foreign investors from India, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman visited the Colombo Port and Port City this week to assess investment opportunities in Sri Lanka's marine and offshore industries, the Export Development Board (EDB) said yesterday.
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October 17, 2025
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Inland Revenue surpasses nine-month tax collection target
THE Inland Revenue Department has exceeded its tax revenue target for the first nine months of 2025, collecting 102% of the estimate, according to data presented to the Parliamentary Committee on Ways and Means.
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October 17, 2025
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COPE rebukes CIDA for Rs. 15 m legal costs, staff harassment claims
THE Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) yesterday criticised the Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA) for allegedly harassing an employee on personal grounds and spending nearly Rs. 15 million on legal fees in connection with the case.
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October 17, 2025
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DFCC Bank partners INFOTEL 2025 as Silver Sponsor and Official Banking Partner
DFCC Bank PLC has announced its partnership with INFOTEL 2025, as Silver Sponsor as well as Official Banking Partner.
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October 17, 2025
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TRI urges climate adaptation, Gl certification to future-proof SL tea industry
SRI Lanka’s tea industry must embrace climate-resilient cultivation and Geographical Indication (GI) certification to secure its long-term sustainability and competitiveness, Tea Research Institute (TRI) Deputy Director of Research - Production Dr. Shyamantha Bandara said yesterday.
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October 17, 2025
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Sri Lanka charts course to become South Asia's Blue Economy hub
Govt. unveils Blue Economy Vision 2030 to attract ocean-based investment at Marine Summit: Voyage Sri Lanka 2025, Focus areas include fisheries, ports, tourism, biotechnology and offshore energy, Policy reforms and tax incentives to drive private sector participation, ADB, IMO and UNDP back Sri Lanka's marine sector transformation
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October 17, 2025
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Asiri Hospital Holdings partners at 15th edition of Medicare – International Healthcare Exhibition 2026
ASIRI Hospital Holdings PLC has been announced as the Platinum Sponsor for the 15th edition of Medicare - International Healthcare Exhibition 2026.
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October 17, 2025
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Parliament to take up Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Bill next week
PARLIAMENT will debate the Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Bill next week, following a decision by the Committee on Parliamentary Business.
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October 17, 2025
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Women in Tech Sri Lanka announces Advisory Board
WOMEN in Tech Sri Lanka has announced the formation of its new Board of Advisers, welcoming a coalition of seasoned leaders, innovators, and change-makers who will guide the Chapter to accelerate female participation in core tech roles and leadership across Sri Lanka.
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October 17, 2025
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Customs says can release vehicles held over LC issues under conditions
SRI Lanka Customs informed the Court of Appeal yesterday that vehicles detained for being imported from countries not listed in the relevant Letters of Credit (LCs) may be released subject to specific conditions.
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October 17, 2025
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Harini, Jaishankar discuss education, capacity building cooperation between SL, India
INDIAN External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar yesterday met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya in New Delhi, reaffirming India’s continued support to Sri Lanka and commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation.
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October 17, 2025
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To improve education, fix the tax system
IN November 2024, Sri Lanka's Supreme Court issued an unusual ruling: senior Government officials had breached the public trust by drastically cutting taxes in 2019, setting off a \"domino effect\" that ended in economic collapse in 2022.
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October 17, 2025
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Banking veteran Nandika Buddhipala joins Sarvodaya Development Finance Board
SARVODAYA Development Finance PLC has appointed Nandika Buddhipala to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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October 17, 2025
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HUTCH marks first in Sri Lanka with free travel insurance on roaming plans
HUTCH Sri Lanka has raised the bar for travellers once again by introducing free travel insurance for all its roaming customers, an initiative that uniquely combines roaming convenience with comprehensive travel protection.
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October 17, 2025
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Regional counterparts reaffirm shared commitment to advancing digital health
ALIGNED with the 78th session of WHO South-East Asia Regional Committee Meeting held in Colombo from 13-15 October, Sri Lanka and India jointly hosted an event under the theme, 'Developing a digital health ecosystem for integrated person-centred care: Lessons from implementing Digital Health Blueprints in the region', where best practices from the region to forge a digital health ecosystem were shared by experts.
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October 17, 2025
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Indrajith Boyagoda new Chairman at AMW Capital Leasing
AMW Capital Leasing and Finance PLC has appointed Indrajith Boyagoda as its new Chairman.
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October 17, 2025
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C.C.A. Brito-Mutunayagam: First principal of Ceylon Law College, scholar and gentleman par excellence
Authentic record of the retirement of C.C.A. Brito-Mutunayagam, M.A., B.C.L. (Oxon.), the dedicated First Principal of Ceylon Law College, scholar and gentleman par excellence [From The Ceylon Law College Review 1955/56 J.
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October 17, 2025
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Third Shift and Moratuwa University research recognised at ISBM World Conference – Bangkok, Thailand
INDEPENDENT media agency Third Shift Media, together with the University of Moratuwa, has received international recognition after presenting four research papers at the ISBM World Conference, Bangkok, Thailand September 2025.
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October 17, 2025
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Cities ready for the future
When governments diversify their income sources beyond taxes, they reduce fiscal risk and increase economic resilience
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October 17, 2025
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CSE makes strong rebound
COLOMBO stock market rebounded sharply to close yesterday in the green after the previous sessions decline on profit taking.
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October 17, 2025
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Charles Gamage joins LCB Finance Board
LCB Finance PLC has appointed Charles Gamage to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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October 17, 2025
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HBO Max global expansion hits over 100 markets, now streaming in Sri Lanka
Upcoming premieres of Warner Bros. blockbuster Weapons and HBO Original IT: Welcome to Derry Product features, subscription plans and pricing for new markets announced
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