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SELVE App to empower English learners with AI
Selvern Trust unveils Al-powered language app
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
Message from the President of National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka
The National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA), organized by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, is one of the most prestigious and respected corporate awards platforms in the country.
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
Intex Sri Lanka 2025 opens at BMICH
IN a milestone moment for South Asia's textile and apparel industry, Intex Sri Lanka 2025 officially commenced its 10th edition yesterday at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo.
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
Pan Asia Bank Honoured with Two Prestigious Awards at the National Business Excellence Awards 2025
(20 Years of Excellence)
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
CDB crowned winner at National Business Excellence Awards 2025 for eighth year
Award recognises business excellence, contribution to nation's economic progress CDB get Merit commendation for Excellence in Performance Management
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
LOLCTECH Earns National Spotlight with a Gold and Overall Bronze in ICT Sector
LOLC Technologies (LOLCTECH), the pioneering force in transformative technologies and the digital backbone of the LOLC Group, Sri Lanka's largest and most diversified conglomerate has been honoured with two prestigious national accolades at the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) 2025, marking the first national awards in the company's history.
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
LOLC Insurance Companies Honoured at National Business Excellence Awards 2025
OLC Life Assurance Ltd. and LOLC General Insurance PLC have been proudly recognised at the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) 2025, organised by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka.
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August 07, 2025
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WealthOS achieves WealthTech100 recognition for third consecutive year
WEALTHOS, a cloud-native operating system (SaaS) for digital wealth management products, announced its inclusion in the global WealthTech100 list for the third year running.
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
Automobile Technologies opens first ever GAC Aion EV City Store
THE grand opening of the inaugural showroom of GAC by Automobile Technologies Ltd., was held on 22 July at the prestigious Colombo City Centre premises, leading Sri Lanka to a new era of innovation, elegance and electric mobility.
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
Evicting Mahinda, arresting Ulugetenne, becoming India’s Macau: Anura as Yeltsin
AN authentically non-elitist leader who broke the caste-class barrier in 1988, President Ranasinghe Premadasa, (AKD doesn’t meet the first criterion), together with his elitist minister Ranjan Wijeratne, literally smashed the Colombo empire of casino king Joe Sim.
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
Colombo Magistrate’s Court orders to remand Shasheendra till 19 Aug.
THE Colombo Magistrate's Court yesterday ordered to remand former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa till 19 August.
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
SL U20 rugby teams off to India
SRI Lanka Under 20 Boys and Girls outfits will leave to Bihar, India today (7 August).
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
Jaffna Food Festival at Shangri-La Colombo
JAFFNA’S cuisine is not merely a collection of dishes—it is a chronicle of a region shaped by history, resilience, and tradition.
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August 07, 2025
Daily FT
Govt. clarifies security measures for Israeli tourists amid visa-free entry debate
Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa insisted any security provided is in line with standard protections for all tourists
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka's first virtual city pilot project in Kandy gets Cabinet nod
In first phase SLT will develop virtual representations of 58 tourist attractions and locations with strong tourism potential Second phase will concentrate on Temple of the Tooth Relic and 20 additional historical sites SLT to use advanced technology to enhance accessibility and engagement for in-person and remote visitors
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
Govt. budget deficit down 32% in 1H 2025
New Finance Ministry report says 1H revenue up 24.7% to Rs. 2.3 t Revenue collection in 1H 46.9% of annual target Vehicle tax collection surges 335% to Rs. 129 b, as flagged by IMF in its July review Expenditure grows 10.9% to Rs. 2.7 t, but capital spending critical for growth declines
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
Matured Gill reflects on lessons from hard-fought England series
AN elated Shubman Gill and Mohammed Siraj looked back on a tough and challenging series on English soil after India’s triumph at The Oval.
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
Govt. invites 99-year lease proposals for Charmers Granary property
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved a plan to call for investment proposals to lease the Charmers Granary property in Colombo Fort for a period of 99-years, based on the current valuation provided by the Government Chief Assessor:
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August 06, 2025
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Parliament votes to remove IGP Deshabandu Thennakoon
A Committee of Inquiry found Thennakoon guilty of 19 out of 23 charges Allegations include gross abuse of power and serious misuse of authority First IGP to be sacked by Parliament
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
Bond yields steady
THE secondary bond market yesterday saw yields remaining anchored broadly around prevailing levels.
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August 06, 2025
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Presidential Task Force to boost tourism development
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the establishment of a Presidential Task Force to drive the rapid and sustainable development of Sri Lanka's tourism industry, in line with the Government's policy declaration \"A new tourism industry - An attractive destination.\"
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August 06, 2025
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Four local firms granted 'approved enterprise' status for spice re-exports
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday granted 'approved enterprises' status for four local companies engaged in the processing and re-export of selected spices in the form of oil extracts, oleoresin and residue.
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August 06, 2025
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Häcker Kitchens Germany partners Marina Square – Uptown Colombo to bring world class kitchens to you
FINCO Trading Ltd., the exclusive partner of Häcker Germany and Marina Square – Uptown Colombo, has announced its official collaboration to bring German precision to Sri Lanka’s premier harbourfront condominium development.
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
Defence Ministry has its say over remanding of former Navy Commander Ulugetenne
With reference to the article titled “Letter of concern to Defence Secretary over arrest of former navy Chief” published on 31 July in the Daily FT (https://www.ft.lk/ opinion/Letter-of concern-to-Defence-Secretary-over arrest-of-former-navy-Chief/14-779697), the Legal Division of the Defence Ministry has issued the following statement.
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
People’s Bank named as “Sri Lanka’s Best Digital and Diversity-Focused Bank” at Euromoney Awards 2025
PEOPLE’S Bank has once again asserted its leadership in Sri Lanka’s financial sector by being named “Sri Lanka’s Best Bank for Diversity and Inclusion” and “Sri Lanka’s Best Digital Bank” at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025. These dual accolades underscore the bank’s sustained commitment to digital transformation and its pioneering efforts in fostering an inclusive, people-first banking culture.
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August 06, 2025
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Man Utd make £ 74 m bid for RB Leipzig striker Sesko
MANCHESTER United have made a bid for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko with the overall package potentially rising to € 85 million euros (£ 73.8 million).
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
Plate still hunted by Trinity
THE trio consisting of DSS, Joes, and Kingswood are still in the open hunt for the Plate Title, as they stand with 23, 20 and 18 points respectively.
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
Expolanka makes good start at MCA Premier League 50 over tournament
LA ARM
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
EDB hosts SFA delegation to advance poultry exports from Sri Lanka to Singapore
Emphasises Sri Lanka's potential to supply high-quality poultry products, backed by its disease-free status, strategic geographic position and competitive product offerings EDB and DAPH shortlists several local companies for potential export to Singapore; applications already been submitted to the SFA
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August 06, 2025
Daily FT
India hits back at US, EU duplicity over its Russian oil imports
Government of India says targeting of India is unjustified and unreasonable Says India will take all necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and economic security Points to how both US and EU continue to maintain extensive trade relations with Russia Asserts that US and EU continue to import energy, metals, fertilisers, uranium and other chemicals and high-value industrial goods from Russia
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