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Sri Lanka seeks stronger ILO support for labour reforms, considers ratifying fisheries convention
SRI Lanka has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing decent work, labour rights and social justice, while seeking greater support from the International Labour Organization (ILO) for ongoing labour sector reforms.
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June 10, 2026
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Auditor General flags Treasury debt reporting discrepancies
THE Auditor General has warned of a “high potential” for foreign loan disbursements received during 2025 to have remained unrecorded in both the Government's Financial Statements and the Debt Management System, while identifying a series of discrepancies, reconciliation gaps, and reporting inconsistencies relating to Sri Lanka’s foreign debt records.
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June 10, 2026
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Celebrating 25 years of strengthening Sri Lanka-Thailand business relations
SRI Lanka-Thailand Business Council celebrates a milestone of partnership, progress, and prosperity.
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June 10, 2026
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Embassy of Sri Lanka and VJSC Co. host tourism promotion event in Viet Nam
THE Embassy of Sri Lanka in Viet Nam, in collaboration with VJSC Co., Ltd., successfully co-hosted a tourism promotion event titled “Unlocking Sri Lanka’s Tourism Potential” in Ho Chi Minh City on 8 June 2026.
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June 10, 2026
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Home Lands says 50% of Port City twin tower project sold ahead of launch
HOME Lands says it has pre-sold 50% of the units in its upcoming Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo development ahead of the project’s official launch this week, signalling strong investor interest in one of the largest private real estate investments announced in Sri Lanka in recent years.
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June 10, 2026
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Sajith wants Treasury report on $ 2.5 m cyber fraud tabled in Parliament
OPPOSITION Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday called on the Government to immediately table in Parliament the Treasury's report on the $ 2.5 million cyber fraud involving external debt payments, while separately raising concerns over what he described as conflicting economic messaging from the Government and the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).
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June 10, 2026
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Tourism revenue figures now more accurate, not lower: Minister
TOURISM Minister Vijitha Herath yesterday told Parliament that the country’s tourism receipts have not declined, but are now being reported more accurately following the adoption of internationally accepted scientific survey methods.
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June 10, 2026
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Navigating the intelligent tide: How AI and Generative AI are reshaping maritime mobility in South Asia
SOUTH Asia’s seaports form the circulatory system of one of the world’s fastest-growing economic regions.
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June 10, 2026
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AKD wishes Modi on becoming India's longest-serving Prime Minister
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake has congratulated Narendra Modi on becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in the history of the Republic of India.
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June 10, 2026
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Sri Lanka better placed to withstand El Niño shock, says Frontier Research
Research firm says fiscal and external buffers provide protection against climate-related disruptions Warns of short-term pains
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June 10, 2026
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CBSL tightens export proceeds conversion rules amid forex market volatility
THE Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has amended regulations governing export proceeds, requiring exporters to convert any residual foreign currency earnings into Sri Lankan rupees by the 10th day of the month following receipt after meeting specified foreign currency obligations.
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June 10, 2026
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Food systems transformation can drive economic growth across South Asia
India's Union Minister Chirag Paswan inaugurates SAPLING High-Level Policy Dialogue, \"Unlocking Value\", in Ahmedabad Event co-hosted by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, India, and the World Bank Group aims to advance food processing for employment generation and sustainable growth in South Asia
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June 10, 2026
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Hayleys PLC obtains enjoining order against Wimal Weerawansal
In relation to making defamatory statements
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June 10, 2026
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BOC brings banking closer to every Sri Lankan by covering all 331 DSDs
AS \"Bankers to the Nation,\" Bank of Ceylon (BOC) has achieved a historic milestone by establishing a presence across all 331 Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSDs) in Sri Lanka with the opening of the BOC Connect Agency Banking Centre at the Welipitiya Post Office.
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June 10, 2026
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Seylan Bank partners with Hayleys Fentons to power EV ownership with dedicated leasing solutions
SEYLAN Bank PLC has entered a strategic partnership with Hayleys Fentons Ltd. to introduce a dedicated leasing facility for customers purchasing electric vehicles (EVs), reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to promoting sustainable transport and green mobility solutions in Sri Lanka.
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June 10, 2026
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Over 200 stakeholders engage in practical application of Sri Lanka’s Green Finance Taxonomy under EU initiative
SRI Lanka has taken an important step in strengthening its sustainable finance framework through the operationalisation of the Green Finance Taxonomy with support from the European Union (EU).
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June 10, 2026
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David Pieris Automobiles opens Sri Lanka’s first GWM Flagship Experience Centre
DAVID Pieris Automobiles Ltd., (DPA), the four-wheeler sales arm of the David Pieris Group, has announced the opening of its state-of-the-art GWM Flagship Experience Centre at 250, Access Tower 03, Union Place, Colombo 02, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of Sri Lanka’s automotive retail landscape.
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June 10, 2026
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Cabinet directs to prepare Bill to amend Customs Ordinance
THE Cabinet of Ministers has approved directing the Legal Draftsman to prepare a Bill to amend the Customs Ordinance based on recommendations made by a Steering Committee on Customs Affairs.
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June 10, 2026
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Brigade boots their unbeaten tag away
IT was an exciting weekend of rugby filled with twisted tales and unexpected turn of events, that lead to shocking upsets at the inaugural Super Round week, of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2026.
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June 10, 2026
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India 'A' hold their nerve to beat Sri Lanka 'A' in curtain-raiser
'A' team One-day Tri-series takes off at Dambulla
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June 10, 2026
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CDB and Micro Cars partner to accelerate enhanced vehicle accessibility
SIGNS MoU for customised financial solutions leading to seamless vehicle ownership for Micro customers
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June 10, 2026
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Opening match of Governor's Trophy 2-day tourney ends in thrilling draw
@ Saracens SC fall short by 12 runs
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June 10, 2026
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The Tilvin factor
MESTHREE Tilvin Silva, popularly known as Tilvin Silva, is neither an MP nor a member of a local Government council.
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June 10, 2026
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CSE rebounds with net foreign inflow
THE Colombo stock market bounced back yesterday thanks to improved investor sentiment, whilst foreign investors turned net buyers.
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June 10, 2026
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Indian Naval Ship Sharda calls on Colombo today
INDIAN Naval Ship Sharda, a Sukanya-class Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), will visit Colombo from 10 to 13 June 2026 for an Operational Turnaround (OTR) and the transshipment of stores from the Indian Army for the Sri Lanka Army’s deployment in UN missions.
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June 10, 2026
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ComBank offers exclusive financial solutions to ‘Guardians of the Skies’
REINFORCING its commitment to those who serve the nation, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) to introduce a comprehensive suite of concessionary financial facilities for its officers and other ranks.
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June 10, 2026
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DIMO facilitates delivery of 134 TATA Xenon Yodha cabs to Sri Lanka Police
DIMO, the sole authorised distributor for TATA vehicles in Sri Lanka, successfully facilitated the delivery of 134 TATA Xenon Yodha cabs to the Sri Lanka Police, strengthening operational mobility and public service capabilities across the Northern Province.
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June 10, 2026
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Govt. assures Sallay not being treated differently
THE Government yesterday assured that former State Intelligence Service (SIS) chief Suresh Sallay has not been subjected to any improper treatment while in detention, insisting that all actions taken against him have been carried out in accordance with the law.
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June 10, 2026
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Sarana Gunawardena sentenced to 16-years imprisonment for corruption
THE Colombo High Court yesterday ruled that former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena is guilty of corruption charges filed against him by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).
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June 10, 2026
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Assetline Finance, Hayleys Mobility partner to expand accessible mobility financing
ASSETLINE Finance PLC, the flagship company under the financial services arm of David Pieris Holdings, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hayleys Mobility Ltd., the mobility arm of Hayleys Fentons Ltd, to unlock access to flexible vehicle financing solutions throughout Sri Lanka.
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