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Japan provides $ 1 m shelters through IOM in response to Cyclone Disaster
JAPANESE Ambassador Akio ISOMATA yesterday together with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) Sri Lanka Chief of Mission Kristin Parco handed over shelters to Disaster Management Centre (DMC) Director (Preparedness) Chathura Liyanarachchi
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December 20, 2025
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Shield Restraint Systems unveils state-of-the-art manufacturing facility with $ 8.5 m investment
SHIELD Restraint Systems Ltd., has officially opened its cutting-edge manufacturing facility at the Export Processing Zone, Wathupitiwala, Nittambuwa, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka's industrial development and foreign investment landscape.
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December 20, 2025
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Sri Lanka to co-host 2026 Asian Regional Debt Management Conference
SRI Lanka will co-host the 2026 Asian Regional Debt Management Conference at the end of May, a move approved by the Cabinet of Ministers aimed at strengthening the country’s role in regional public debt management and fostering international cooperation.
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December 20, 2025
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Miguel Cunat, creator of Lankan Pekoe Trail calls for saving Central Province tourism
WE below feature an interview with Spanish trail tourism expert who transformed the plantation routes of Sri Lanka into a world class tourism enterprise.
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December 20, 2025
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CR to return with winning ways
CR and FC will look to fire on all bullets when they take on Navy Sports Club at Welisara today fully aware that anything less than a commanding victory could further dent their league ambitions.
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December 20, 2025
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Kia & Kel launches largest Christmas kidswear collection
Sri Lankan kidswear brand Kia & Kel has officially launched Santa's Market 2025, unveiling the country's largest Christmas-themed kidswear collection.
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December 20, 2025
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Pramodya says undertook chairmanship at request of SLC, Sports Minister
™ New selection chief holds inaugural media briefing
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December 20, 2025
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SSC, Negombo CC dominate opening day of Tier B 3-day league
SSC and Negombo CC dominated the opening day's play by running up totals in excess of 350, while Leo CC managed to grab first innings points by dismissing unbeaten United Southern SC for 126 in the Tier B 3-day league tournament yesterday.
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December 20, 2025
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Call for Sri Lanka to learn from China, India, Indonesia, tropical nations in Africa and Latin America
IN this interview Eric Solheim, a Norwegian diplomat and politician speaks in his capacity as a climate specialist who had served as Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Program.
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December 20, 2025
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Union Bank Choir performs at Sounds of the Season
UNION Bank partnered with Port City Colombo and the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors to present “Sounds of the Season” an evening of Christmas Carols in aid of communi-
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December 20, 2025
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NDB Leasing hosts successful two-day auto carnival
NDB Bank has recently concluded another edition of the NDB Leasing Auto Carnival Promotion, held at the Nawam Mawatha car park.
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December 20, 2025
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Havelocks ground Air Force 20/5
HAVELOCK Sports Club firmly underlined that they are well and truly in business in the Inter-Club Rugby League 2025/26, continuing their unbeaten run with a commanding 20/5 victory over Sri Lanka Air Force Sports Club at Havelock Park yesterday.
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December 20, 2025
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Govt. failure to act against its own will impact credibility
THERE are a few Government members who are a liability to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the National People’s Power (NPP).
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December 20, 2025
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HNB and Prime EV unite to accelerate Sri Lanka's shift to Deepal vehicles via providing best leasing solutions
HNB PLC has announced a partnership with Prime EV Automobiles Ltd., a subsidiary of Senok Trade Combine Ltd., to expand access to Deepal brand electric vehicles in Sri Lanka.
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December 20, 2025
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India beat Sri Lanka to set up U19 Asia Cup final with Pakistan
VIHAAN Malhotra and Aaron George's patient half-centuries helped India beat Sri Lanka in a rain-reduced game and set up a U-19 Asia Cup final with Pakistan.
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December 20, 2025
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Refined return above city: Vistas Rooftop Bar relaunch
NH Collection Colombo has celebrated the grand relaunch of Vistas Rooftop Bar on 12 December 2025 with an extraordinary evening high above the city, as guests gathered to enjoy elevated experiences and panoramic views of Colombo's skyline.
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December 20, 2025
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IMF Executive...
“Sri Lanka was hit by a catastrophic cyclone, claiming more than 600 lives and affecting millions more.
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December 20, 2025
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Pakistan sends humanitarian relief cargo to Sri Lanka
A consignment of humanitarian relief supplies donated by the Government of Pakistan for disaster relief in Sri Lanka was officially received earlier this week at the Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT), Colombo Port.
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December 20, 2025
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Tough outing for Kandy
KANDY Sports Club will be in action for their second consecutive home game when they take on CH and FC at the Nittawela Rugby Stadium tomorrow at 3.00 p.m.
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December 20, 2025
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President Dissanayake thanks UAE for rapid humanitarian assistance
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday expressed Sri Lanka’s deep appreciation to the United Arab Emirates for its swift humanitarian assistance to communities affected by recent floods and heavy rainfall across the country.
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December 20, 2025
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Uniting with all of earth as we still our minds
WHEN a human being directs the hugely potent mind and breath empowered energy within, into a silent and awareness based state we can assume that it synchronises with the breath of the cosmos representing the vibration of all earth-life.
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December 20, 2025
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European Union provides over Euro 2.35 m humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka
THE European Union has allocated a total of Euro 2.35 million of financial assistance to Sri Lanka.
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December 20, 2025
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Deep Tec Engineering expands to uplift rural Sri Lanka through sustainable water and solar solutions
DEEP Tec Engineering Ltd., a pioneering force in sustainable water solutions, is reaffirming its commitment to transforming rural communities through innovative and environmentally conscious technologies.
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December 20, 2025
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Sri Lanka marks 70 Years of UN Membership in New York
THE Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the United Nations in New York, under the leadership of Sri Lanka’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Jayantha Jayasuriya, marked the 70th anniversary of Sri Lanka’s membership in the United Nations through a series of activities, underscoring the country’s longstanding commitment to international cooperation, principled multilateralism, and inclusive global engagement.
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December 20, 2025
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Marikkar tears into Rs. 500 b Supplementary Estimate
SAMAGI Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP S.M. Marikkar yesterday tore into the Government's Rs. 500 billion Supplementary Estimate for post-Ditwah recovery in 2026.
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December 19, 2025
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SSC certainly mean business
SSC certainly means business the way they have launched their campaign to win the Tier B 3-day league and gain promotion next year to the Major Clubs 3-day league.
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December 19, 2025
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HNB General Insurance wins Gold award in Insurance Sector at National Management Excellence Awards 2025
HNB General Insurance has been crowned the Gold Winner in the Insurance Sector at the National Management Excellence Awards (NMEA) 2025, organised by the Institute of Management of Sri Lanka (IMSL).
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December 19, 2025
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Sampath Bank announces two-year Rs. 20 b capital raising program
SAMPATH Bank PLC has moved to strengthen its Basel III Tier Il regulatory capital through a proposed Rs. 20 billion listed debenture program, to be implemented in phases over the next two years.
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December 19, 2025
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Evolution Auto launches Riddara RD6 Active
Auto has officially announced the launch of the Riddara RD6 Active, the country's latest all-electric double-cab pickup, which was unveiled at the prestigious BMICH Motor Show.
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December 19, 2025
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Tourism levy revenue rises as Govt. pushes unified nation brand and community-centred growth
Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath SRI Lanka's tourism sector is being steered towards a more integrated, communityfocused, and strategically branded future, with revenues from the Tourism Development Levy (TDL) continuing to rise and a renewed policy emphasis on positioning the country under a single national brand, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath told Parliament.
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