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CSE opens new week on mixed note, driving ASPI over 19,000 to new high
THE Colombo stock market yesterday began a fresh week on a mixed note as positive sentiment drove the ASPI past 19,000 to a new all time high.
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July 22, 2025
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Rootcode wins second Estonian Government tender to advance Al-powered citizen services
ROOTCODE, a leading global software product engineering company, has secured its second government tender with Estonia.
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July 22, 2025
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Rotary spruce stock market, a lot to be done
FOR the first time in history of Rotary in Sri Lanka, the foremost service organisation in the world was invited to ring the traditional “bell” to announce the partnership between Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and Rotary for the SME Growth in Sri Lanka.
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July 22, 2025
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HNB Assurance celebrates its people at 2025 Staff Conference
Highlights from the HNB Assurance Staff Conference 2025
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July 22, 2025
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Dialog Enterprise renews sponsorship of Royal Colombo Golf Club
DIALOG Enterprise has reaffirmed its commitment to sporting excellence by renewing its partnership as the main sponsor of the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) for the years ahead.
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July 22, 2025
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Asian Paints Causeway powers motorsport milestone as Walawa Supercross roars back for 10th edition
ASIAN Paints Causeway Walawa Supercross 2025 roared back into action as one of Sri Lanka's most iconic motor racing spectacles, making a triumphant return after a five-year hiatus.
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July 22, 2025
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Governance sans management skill results in “no action, talk only”
By enhancing understanding of effective political skills, leaders can foster healthier execution dynamics and improve overall governance
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July 22, 2025
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Round Table Sri Lanka backs Karma Fight League’s vision to build combat sports industry
KARMA Fight League (KFL) has quickly become one of Sri Lanka’s most exciting homegrown brands. But beyond the crowd-pulling events, the team behind KFL has been focused on something bigger—building an entire combat sports industry from the ground up.
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July 22, 2025
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CCC, Colts, Tamil Union join Police SC in semi-finals
SLC Major Club 50-Over Tournament
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July 22, 2025
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DFCC Bank empowers SMEs with long-term capital growth via innovative Investment Planner
AS part of its 70th anniversary initiatives, DFCC Bank has unveiled a strategic new financial solution aimed at enabling Sri Lanka’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to build capital over time and strengthen their long-term financial resilience.
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July 22, 2025
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Shaahid to lead SL at Asia Rugby Under-20 Sevens in India
FORMER Isipathana College star Vice-Captain and current Kandy Sports Club Centre, National Sevens and Fifteens player Shaahid Zumri, has been named Captain of the Sri Lanka Under-20 Boys team set to compete in the Asia Rugby Under-20 Sevens Championship in Bihar, India next month.
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July 22, 2025
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Sri Lanka recognises 100 tourism SMEs for leading way in sustainability
IN a landmark celebration of the country's journey toward a greener and more inclusive tourism sector, 100 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) yesterday were honoured under the National Sustainable Tourism Certification Scheme (NSTCS).
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July 22, 2025
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David Pieris Group distributes seed capital to promising Northern startups
IN a milestone celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship and regional empowerment, the David Pieris Group awarded over Rs. 20 million in seed funding to selected young entrepreneurs at the Thalir Seed Funding Award Ceremony 2025, held at the North Gate Hotel in Jaffna.
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July 22, 2025
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Silvermill first coconut-based manufacturer to receive ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation
IN a landmark achievement for Sri Lanka’s coconut industry, Silvermill Group has become the first Sri Lankan coconut-based manufacturer to receive the prestigious ISO/ IEC 17025:2017 accreditation for both its microbiology and chemical laboratories.
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July 22, 2025
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A new perspective: Evolution of Tata passenger vehicles in Sri Lanka
THE Sri Lankan automotive landscape is shifting, and Tata Motors, backed by automotive powerhouse DIMO, is setting new benchmarks with a passenger vehicle range that redefines expectations.
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July 22, 2025
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WS02Con Asia 2025: Special anniversary edition marks 20 years of innovation and global Impact
Keynotes from WSO2 leadership and Prof. Kishore Mahbubani will explore long-term vision, technical advancement, and the future of humanity
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July 22, 2025
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Parliamentary Committee questions policy on Chabad Houses amid security concerns
Tourism Ministry says out of five Chabad Houses operating, two registered under Companies Act Ministry officials disclose average Israeli tourist spends comparative high of about $ 150 Committee Chair Lakmali Hemachandra recommends report to be submitted on findings
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July 22, 2025
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Factors guiding voter preference in Sri Lanka: European Union funded survey reveals
A research report titled 'Factors guiding voter preference in elections in Sri Lanka', commissioned by the National Peace Council under the European Union funded project 'Active citizens for elections and democracy’, was launched on 27 June in Colombo.
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July 22, 2025
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UNDP urges Sri Lanka to view nature as economic capital
UNDP Resident Representative Azusa Kubota calls for cohesive green tourism strategy
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July 22, 2025
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President meets IMF delegation ahead of next EFF review
Outlines economic challenges; reiterates importance of incorporating measures to ease burden on people in 2026 Budget Discusses facilitating investment through policy reforms, tariff concessions
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July 22, 2025
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Apparel industry urges collective readiness as EU due diligence rules loom
SLAEA Chairperson Rajitha Jayasuriya stresses CSDDD is structural shift in global trade, not just another regulation, with legal obligations across entire supply chains
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July 22, 2025
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Lanka Realty Investments advances strategic divestment and capital infusion
Moves aimed at strengthening balance sheet and driving future growth
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July 22, 2025
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Sri Lanka fields 20 shuttlers at WONDR Badminton Asia Junior Championships
A strong squad of 20 shuttlers is representing Sri Lanka at the WONDR Badminton Asia Junior Championships 2025 which is on until 27 July, in Indonesia.
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July 21, 2025
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Global wealth mentor Robert Kiyosaki brings financial mastery to Colombo
Cashflow Revolution 2025 on 17 August to empower Sri Lankans with game-based financial intelligence
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July 21, 2025
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'Second Life Notebooks' campaign by Ogilvy Sri Lanka records historic award run
THE 'Second Life Notebooks' campaign by Ogilvy's Geometry Global Sri Lanka for ProMate (PrintXcel) has become the most internationally awarded single campaign in Sri Lanka's advertising history.
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July 21, 2025
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KPMG organises insightful webinar on “VAT for Non-Resident Service Providers”
KPMG Sri Lanka has announced an exclusive webinar titled \"VAT on Non-Resident Service Providers\", designed to provide clarity and expert insights into the evolving landscape of Value Added Tax (VAT) Regulations impacting cross-border services.
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July 21, 2025
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e-ROC system resumes after yet another breakdown
Private sector expresses concerns over undue delays at ROC
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July 21, 2025
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Trump slaps new $ 250 visa fee
Move to charge additional 'Visa Integrity Fee' from 1 October; steep financial blow to tourists including Sri Lankans
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July 21, 2025
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Govt. revenue collection gathers momentum
May haul a high Rs. 486 b; first five months' net nearly Rs. 2 t, reflecting 20% increase ■Deceleration path of Budget deficit continues, aided by lower growth in expenditure
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July 21, 2025
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First Capital claims 60% probability of CBSL rate cut
FIRST Capital Research has speculated that there is a 60% probability of a policy rate cut by the Monetary Board during its review tomorrow (22) to to stimulate growth, among other factors.
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