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Govt. scraps public sector four-day week
THE Government has cancelled the weekly Wednesday holiday granted to public sector offices, with effect from tomorrow (8), citing the need to ensure continuity of essential services.
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April 07, 2026
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Bhuvneshwar becomes first fast bowler to take 200 IPL wickets
BHUVNESHWAR Kumar took his 200th wicket in the IPL when he dismissed Chennai Super Kings batter Ayush Mhatre in Bengaluru on Sunday.
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April 07, 2026
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Dilmah announces 2nd Annual One Earth photography competition
Initiative to inspire conservation visual storytelling Rs. 3 m in prizes await photographers capturing Sri Lanka's biodiversity and urgent challenges of a changing world
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April 07, 2026
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From crisis to construction
How the Middle East War is reshaping opportunities in emerging economies
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April 07, 2026
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Chamodi leads Sri Lanka women's Under-19 to Australia
Under-19 Tri-Series with Australia and England
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April 07, 2026
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Firstdoctor reinforces role of telemedicine as Sri Lanka adapts to mobility constraints
FIRSTDOCTOR Ltd., is reinforcing the role of telemedicine as a practical and reliable solution for patients seeking medical care without the need for travel.
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April 07, 2026
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US pushes for deeper two-way trade and investment flows with Sri Lanka
Calls for greater US exports to Sri Lanka across agriculture, machinery and pharmaceuticals Urges Sri Lankan firms to invest in US to strengthen two-way commercial ties Stresses regulatory consistency and policy predictability as key to attracting US capital Notes shift from non-reciprocal trade norms to more balanced expectations in global trade
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April 07, 2026
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Smith makes maiden PSL fifty as Multan beat Quetta
STEVE Smith’s maiden Pakistan Super League half-century helped Multan Sultans claim a six-wicket victory over Quetta Gladiators.
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April 07, 2026
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Cargills Bank unveils Sri Lanka's first Ocean Plastic Debit Card
CARGILLS
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April 07, 2026
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UN Women Regional Director launches Sri Lanka's first Country Gender Equality Profile
UN Women Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, Christine Arab, concluded a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka (25-26 March), emphasising that closing gender gaps in labour force participation, access to economic opportunities and decision-making are critical to the country's inclusive recovery.
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April 07, 2026
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CRIB relief measures to assist individuals, businesses hit by Cyclone Ditwah
THE Credit Information Bureau of Sri Lanka (CRIB), under the guidance of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), has introduced special measures to assist individuals and businesses affected by the floods and cyclonic winds caused by Cyclone Ditwah.
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April 07, 2026
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Mintpay launches no-expiry corporate vouchers across 2,500 merchants
MINTPAY has launched its Corporate Gifting Solution, enabling organisations to issue digital vouchers that employees can redeem across more than 2,500 merchants islandwide, giving organisations a more flexible and relevant way to reward their teams.
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April 07, 2026
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Altair appoints RMS as facilities management partner
THE Management Council of Altair, has appointed Realty Management Services Ltd., (RMS) as its new facilities management partner, marking a significant step forward in enhancing operational excellence and the overall resident experience.
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April 07, 2026
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Haaland grabs hat-trick as Man City thrash Liverpool to reach FA Cup semis
ERLING Haaland hit a hat-trick as Manchester City thrashed Liverpool 4-0 to reach the FA Cup semifinals and increase the pressure on Red’s boss Arne Slot.
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April 07, 2026
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Sri Lanka-Russia Business Council Members' Night 2026
THE Sri Lanka-Russia Business Council (SLRBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recently hosted its Members' Night, bringing together distinguished dignitaries, business leaders, and stakeholders to celebrate and further strengthen the longstanding relationship between Sri Lanka and the Russian Federation.
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April 07, 2026
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Ritzbury honoured with Sri Lanka's highest National Quality Award
RITZBURY, of CBL Foods International Ltd., has secured the Sri Lanka National Quality Award (SLNQA) 2023 in the Manufacturing - Large Scale category, winning it for the second time.
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April 07, 2026
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Rational responses to supply constraints in energy
INFRASTRUCTURE is what we cannot self-supply.
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April 07, 2026
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Dialog Launches ‘GanuDenu QR’, Making Cashless Transfers Free for All with eZ Cash and Dialog Finance
DIALOG Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, continues to shape Sri Lanka’s digital future by introducing ‘GanuDenu QR’, a QR-based payment solution available via the MyDialog App.
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April 07, 2026
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CSE opens week on mixed note with net foreign sales of Rs. 805 m
THE Colombo stock market yesterday made a remarkable recovery after the benchmark index fell below 21,000 points mid-session to open the week in green, although the S&P SL20 ended in red.
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April 07, 2026
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Pushpika wins at Rajawella
THE Sri Lanka Golf Ranking Tournament concluded in Rajawella over three days, delivering competitive golf, with an impressive performance by Chalitha Pushpika, who won the event with a magnificent final round score of 68.
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April 07, 2026
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Niveyn Nanayakkara joins LOLC Group plantation company Boards
NIVEYN Nanayakkara has joined the Boards of LOLC Group companies Udapussellawa Plantations PLC, Hapugastenne Plantations PLC and Tea Smallholders Factories PLC as Executive Director.
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April 07, 2026
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Court of Appeal affirms RTI order against People’s Bank on Devalaya accounts
@ Rules temple funds not private; subject to public scrutiny @ Finds no merit in appeal citing privacy and Banking Act secrecy
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April 07, 2026
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Roads, traffic police and commuters: Is SL heading towards a traffic crisis?
SRI Lanka appears to be on the verge of facing its worst traffic congestion since the COVID-19 period and the economic downturn in recent years.
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April 07, 2026
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Strengthening conservation through active law enforcement
■Police engagement supports wildlife protection in hill country
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April 07, 2026
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Messi scores as Inter Miami open new stadium with a draw in the MLS
LIONEL Messi marked the opening of Inter Miami’s gleaming new stadium with a goal as the Major League Soccer (MLS) champions battled to a 2-2 draw against Austin FC.
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April 07, 2026
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Meditating monks and the leopards of Kumana National park
I have been recently mostly writing about the ongoing war and the possible impacts to Sri Lanka, and more specifically to Sri Lanka tourism.
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April 07, 2026
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Malaysian Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry explores investment opportunities in Sri Lanka
MALAYSIAN Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Penang (MAICCI) President S. Parthiban led a 15-member team to the Board of Investment (BOI) to explore potential FDI opportunities in Sri Lanka.
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April 07, 2026
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Excello Developers on strategy, stability and 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 07, 2026
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Test discards shine on opening day
NSI 4-DAY TOURNAMENT
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April 07, 2026
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Sovereign betrayal
IN the late 1990s, the “Soros Effect” sent shockwaves through Asia.
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