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India's Gautam Adani is now Asia's richest tycoon
India's Gautam Adani, a college dropout, has overtaken fellow Gujarat business czar Mukesh Ambani to become Asia's richest person, as a sustained rally in shares of his ports-to-energy conglomerate lifted his net worth.
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April 20, 2026
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Pathirana primed for comeback after injury layoff
Sri Lanka speedster Matheesha Pathirana has passed his fitness tests with Sri Lanka Cricket and linked up with Kolkata Knight Riders, ready to steam in again after a frustrating spell on the sidelines.
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April 20, 2026
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Excello Developers on strategy, stability and the future of Sri Lanka’s construction sector
As global uncertainty affects local industries, Sri Lanka’s construction sector is making careful adjustments.
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April 20, 2026
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Chinese language training centre inaugurated in Akurana
A Chinese Language Training Centre was inaugurated in Managala, Akurana, with the participation of Ambassador Qi Zhenhong, who reaffirmed China’s continued support to Sri Lanka during times of crisis.
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April 20, 2026
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Bourse enlivened by positive ripple effects from reducing M-E tensions
CSE trading experienced some positive ripple effects from reducing Middle East tensions yesterday, especially in relation to the announcement of the Israel-Lebanon ten day ceasefire agreement.
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April 20, 2026
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Five consecutive years as a Company with Great Managers
Union Assurance, Sri Lanka's longest-standing private Life Insurer, was honoured as a 'Company with Great Managers' for fifth consecutive year at the CLA Great Managers Awards 2025, held at Cinnamon Grand Colombo.
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April 20, 2026
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What can governments do when petrol prices rocket?
The price of oil has changed a lot in the last few weeks.
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April 20, 2026
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Return to work and battling blues
After a festive season filled with travel, gatherings and late nights, many people find it surprisingly difficult to return to their normal routine.
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April 20, 2026
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Uber Eats continues Sri Lankan expansion now in Nuwara Eliya
Uber Eats is now live in Nuwara Eliya, making it easier for locals and tourists to enjoy their favourite meals - from a hot plate of kottu on a chilly evening to a comforting rice and curry spread or crispy egg hoppers - delivered right to their doorstep.
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April 20, 2026
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Customs to halve container checks, easing Colombo Port congestion amid IMF push
In a significant breakthrough for Sri Lanka’s trade and logistics sector, authorities have agreed to halve the number of containers subjected to Customs examination at the Colombo Port—an intervention expected to dramatically reduce congestion and costly delays that have plagued importers and exporters for months.
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April 18, 2026
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Extreme polarization, volatility, uncertainty and pessimism since end of Cold War: Possible stratagem
Seldom has the world witnessed such polarization and volatility mixed with uncertainty even more than in the 1990s with the collapse of Berlin Wall leading to the unification of West and East Germany, dissolution of the then Soviet Union known as Perestroika, First Gulf War and rapid expansion of NATO, amongst others.
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April 18, 2026
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Mahindra Ideal Finance celebrates debenture listing at Colombo Stock Exchange
Mahindra Ideal Finance Ltd (MIFL) recently marked the official listing of its inaugural debentures and debut listing on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) with a bell ringing and market opening ceremony held at the CSE trading floor, symbolising a key milestone in the company’s capital market journey and its commitment to transparency and strong governance.
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April 18, 2026
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Ex-COPE head questions Prez Secy's intervention in coal scam probe
\"Auditor General's reports a matter for Legislature not the Executive
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April 18, 2026
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India proposes major Parliament expansion
New Delhi wants to enact a law that will increase the strength of the lower house by 57% to 850 seats
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April 18, 2026
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Water shortage continues to plague Pallekelle
Residents of the Pallekele area have been left without potable water for days.
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April 18, 2026
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GCC Junior Cricket Championship 2026 GCC Blue emerge victorious
GCC Blue 2026 Under-15 team held their nerve in a closely fought encounter to record a hard-earned nine-run victory over Kingfisher Cricket Academy U15 in a low-scoring but exciting final of the GCC Junior Cricket Championship 2026 held on 04th April 2026 at the Kumar Devapura Cricket Grounds in Colombo 07.
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April 18, 2026
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The Geathiswaran Chapter: From the Handbook for Bad Political Appointments
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April 18, 2026
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Road accidents claim 44 lives from April 10 to 15
A total of 44 people were killed in 42 road accidents reported across the country between April 10 and 15, police said.
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April 18, 2026
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Robust showing by banking and financial sector stocks
CSE trading was in bullish mode yesterday powered by a strong banking and financial sector performance and on going economic stabilisation in the county.
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April 18, 2026
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Indian firms scale back Gulf exposure amid conflict, long-term stakes remain high
Indian companies operating across the Middle East are scaling back operations as the ongoing US—Israel-Iran conflict disrupts business, with some reporting a 40% decline in activity, according to The Economic Times.
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April 18, 2026
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NJC asks govt. to seek compensation for IRIS Dena sinking
The National Joint Committee (NJC) has urged the government to seek compensation for the environmental damage caused by the US sinking of the unarmed Iranian Frigate IRIS Dena just outside Sri Lanka's territorial waters and within its Exclusive Economic Zone, on 4 March.
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April 18, 2026
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Colts fete heroes after long-awaited First-Class crown
Colombo Colts Cricket Club signed off the 2025-2026 season in style, popping the champagne after a title-winning run built on old-fashioned application and a dressing room that pulled in one direction.
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April 18, 2026
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Jayasinghe siblings create unique record
Methika Jayasinghe and sister Binuthi Jayasinghe delivered exceptional performances at the recently concluded All-Island Under-20 Basketball Championship, securing championship titles and earning the prestigious Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards in their respective categories.
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April 18, 2026
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Global uncertainty rising; Sri Lanka must be prepared: Analyst
Sri Lanka must brace for a more volatile global economic environment and stay firmly committed to ongoing reforms, an independent economic analyst warned, following fresh concerns raised by the International Monetary Fund over a possible global downturn.
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April 18, 2026
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FOUNDATION.LK launches “DiGiSavi” to digitally empower one million Sri Lankans
FOUNDATION.LK, a not-for-profit initiative dedicated to equipping Sri Lankans with the knowledge, skills, and resources to navigate the digital world safely and confidently, officially launched its latest initiative, the “DiGiSavi” project, on 24th March 2026 at the SLFI Auditorium.
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April 18, 2026
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The coal problem: A deep systemic warning
Coal procurement, a primary input for electricity generation in Sri Lanka, has, in recent years, become a highly contested policy, financial, and governance issue.
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April 18, 2026
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Lowest bids may carry hidden costs
It is time for the government to move away from the outdated practice of lowest bidding (L1) in public procurement and adopt the globally accepted Quality-cum-Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) method.
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April 18, 2026
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New kid on the block – Al drug prescriber from the US
Artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare has come to stay and is a well-recognised development over the last decade or so.
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April 18, 2026
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'Hologram Vijay' hits campaign trail as TVK turns to tech to reach voters
NEW DELHI: Everything about the Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) campaign in Tamil Nadu revolves around its Chief, actor-turned-politician Vijay.
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April 18, 2026
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Vegan cheese
Vegan cheese has long been one of the most debated products in the growing world of plant based foods.
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