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Cricket and no handshake: When politics enters sporting arena
THE Indian cricket team’s decision not to shake hands with members of the Pakistan cricket team at the conclusion of the Group A match of the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday at the Dubai International Stadium drew more attention than the match results.
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September 18, 2025
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Govt. hosts automobile, electronic equipment importers for pre-Budget discussion
A pre-Budget discussion on the automobile and electronic equipment industries was held on Tuesday at the Presidential Secretariat, chaired by Labour Minister and Economic Development Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando.
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September 18, 2025
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SDB bank celebrates 28 years of unwavering commitment to national development
SDB bank has celebrated its 28th anniversary with a simple yet meaningful occasion at its Head Office, marking nearly three decades of dedicated service to Sri Lanka’s people and economy.
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September 18, 2025
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Geneva arena, Mahinda Rajapaksa returns to Ruhuna, Sri Lanka-Nepal outcomes
BRISTLING with misplaced arrogance as always, JVP theoretician and NPP Minister Bimal Rathnayake boasted in Parliament that 43 countries had spoken in favour of Sri Lanka after Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath’s address to the UNHRC in Geneva following UN Human Rights High Commissioner Volker Turk’s Report. Bimal seems unaware that 43 is not the most relevant figure. While all 193 UN member states are present in Geneva and have the right to speak, only 47 of the 193 have been elected members of the UNHRC with full voting rights at any given time.
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September 18, 2025
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NCPC – A LEADING BODY IN GREENHOUSE GAS VERIFICATION
Climate change, driven mainly by human-induced greenhouse gas emissions, is a major threat to global warming, with serious impacts on human health and nature.
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September 18, 2025
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Elegant Media celebrates 15 years of success with “Lead to Win 2025” conference
Panel discussion
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September 18, 2025
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Sri Lanka with EU and UNICEF launch model service for child victims of violence
Milestone initiative marks a turning point in protecting child victims who come in contact with the law and protection systems
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September 18, 2025
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Kohuwala and Getambe flyover projects to resume
THE Government has given its green light to fast-track the outstanding construction work on the Kohuwala flyover in Colombo and to resume the stalled construction of the Getambe flyover in Kandy.
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September 18, 2025
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MAS crowned Mercantile 7s Shield champs
TEAM MAS won the Shield Championship at the 53rd Mercantile Rugby 7s with a superb display of fast open rugby.
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September 18, 2025
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There are humans in Gaza
THE Mushtaha residential tower stands tall next to a sea of tents in the West of Gaza City. A guided bomb from an Israeli military jet hits its base, throwing debris, dust, and a cloud of ashen hell into the air.
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September 18, 2025
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Benedictines shine at Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletics Championship
BENEDICTINE athletes excelled yet again in Sir John Tarbat Schools Senior Athletics Championship held at Diyagama Stadium from 8-11 September.
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September 18, 2025
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Sri Lanka ratifies UN high seas biodiversity pact
THE Foreign Affairs Ministry said yesterday that Sri Lanka deposited its Instrument of Ratification for the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) with the United Nations on Tuesday formally becoming a State Party to the convention.
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September 18, 2025
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Focus Brands' Ray Evans joins Hela Apparel Holdings Board
HELA Apparel Holdings PLC has appointed UK's Focus Brands Ltd. CEO Ray Evans to its Board as Executive Director.
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September 18, 2025
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Pan Asia Bank partners National Chamber of Commerce to empower exporters for global outreach
PAN Asia Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL), marking a significant milestone in strengthening opportunities for Sri Lankan exporters to access global markets.
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September 18, 2025
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CH17 urges switch of loyalty programs to QR; introduces software to support engagement
QR code technology is rapidly shaping Sri Lanka's digital landscape, revolutionising the way people connect with services, experiences, and businesses.
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September 18, 2025
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Sri Lanka ready for Asia Rugby Sevens opener in China
THE Asia Rugby Sevens Series will kick off its first leg in China on 20 and 21 September, bringing together some of the Asian continent’s finest rugby-playing nations.
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September 18, 2025
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NTB WNPS lecture today spotlights freshwater fishes
Experts Dr. Rohan Pethiyagoda and Hiranya Sudasinghe to share key insights
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September 18, 2025
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SEYLAN CARDS WITH CINNAMON HOTELS & RESORTS HOSTED 'THE GATHERING OF GIANTS' FOR 2ND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Seylan Cards, the essential card for heartfelt essentials, renewed its collaboration with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts and its nature-based tourism arm, Cinnamon Nature Trails, as the exclusive banking partner for the second consecutive year with 'The Gathering of Giants,' an event that celebrated the world's largest congregation of Asian elephants.
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September 18, 2025
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SEYLAN BANK PARTNERS WITH THE NATIONAL INDUSTRY EXPO 2025 FOR THE 3RD CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Seylan Bank stands to support the 3rd consecutive National Industry Expo 2025. Organized by the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development and Industrial Development Board, the event is scheduled to take place from the 18th to the 21st of September at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH).
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September 18, 2025
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NDB Bank partners Industries Ministry to power solar businesses with E-Friends II Refinance Loan Scheme
NDB Bank in collaboration with Industries Ministry, has introduced a special facility under the 'E-Friends II' Refinance Loan Scheme dedicated to promoting solar adoption among Sri Lankan entrepreneurs.
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September 18, 2025
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Redefining Sri Lanka's tech landscape: SLIIT Codefest 2025 concludes successfully
THE Faculty of Computing at SLIIT successfully concluded Codefest 2025, the 14th consecutive edition of its flagship national and international ICT competition, under the theme “Digital Evolution: Where Ideas Meet Innovation”, on 4 September at the campus premises.
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September 18, 2025
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President vows...
The Kadawatha—Mirigama section is estimated to cost Rs. 229.53 billion, financed through a mix of domestic funds and a concessional loan from China. Construction of the Kadawatha interchange and the first 500 metres of the expressway, costing Rs. 8.69 billion, is already underway using local funds. The full section is scheduled for completion by mid-2028.
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September 18, 2025
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More fruit for the labour
South-South Cooperation turns simple solutions into greater income for tropical fruit farmers in Sri Lanka
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September 18, 2025
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NDB Investment Bank wins Euromoney Award for 14th consecutive year
NDB investment Bank (NDBIB) has announced that it has been recognised as the ‘Best Investment Bank in Sri Lanka’ by the prestigious Euromoney Magazine at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence in 2025 for an unprecedented 14th consecutive year, on account of the noteworthy initiatives undertaken by NDBIB in 2024.
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September 18, 2025
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Message from Secretary of the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development
It is with great pride and pleasure that I extend my warmest congratulations on the successful organization of Industry Expo 2025, Sri Lanka's premier industrial exhibition.
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September 18, 2025
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Secondary Bond market remains quiet
AT yesterday's weekly Treasury Bill auction, the weighted average yields remained broadly steady, with the rate on the 182-day and 364-day tenors remaining unchanged at 7.89% and 8.02% respectively.
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September 18, 2025
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Message from Hon. Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development
It gives me immense pleasure to extend my warmest greetings and sincere congratulations to all participants, organizers, and stakeholders of the Industrial Development Board Expo 2025.
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September 18, 2025
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Colombo stocks extend rebound into second session
THE Colombo stock market closed up yesterday continuing its rebound for the second consecutive session on buoyant investor sentiments.
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September 18, 2025
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Oversight committee clears new Bill to give building research body more teeth
THE Parliament Secretariat yesterday said that the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection has approved the National Building Research Institute Bill, which will be taken up for its second reading in Parliament on 23 September.
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September 18, 2025
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People's Bank Wellawaya branch relocates to new premises
PEOPLE’S Bank has relocated its Wellawaya branch to a new and more spacious location, offering customers enhanced convenience and comfort.
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