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Union Bank opens new Elite Circle Centre in Negombo
EXTENDING its exclusive banking services Union Bank recently opened its newest Elite Circle Centre at the Union Bank Negombo branch offering customers personalised and premium banking services.
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June 17, 2025
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Secondary bond market yields edge up marginally
GDP grows 4.8% YoY in 1Q25 Rupee depreciates
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June 17, 2025
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BOC makes commendable contribution to nation's export growth
In conversation with EDB Chairman Mangala Wijesinghe
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June 17, 2025
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CINNEZTA ENCOUNTER WITH TOUR GROUP FROM ICELAND ON 14 NOVEMBER 2024
As a Sri Lankan, I was extremely happy to greet a Tour Group from Iceland, who were visiting Sri Lanka after 12 years.
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June 17, 2025
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Saracens SC, Unichela SC joint champions of Governor's Trophy
SARACENS SC and Unichela SC were declared joint champions after their Governor's Trophy final ended in a no-result due to rain at the BRC grounds.
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June 17, 2025
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Siyapatha Finance's Rs. 5 b debenture issue up for grabs
THE Rs. 5 billion listed debenture issue of Siyapatha Finance PLC is now open for subscription.
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June 17, 2025
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Three stockbrokers secure stay order against SEC ban
THREE stockbrokers via separate petitions last week secured a stay order from the Court of Appeal against the decision by the capital market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), to ban them over alleged offences.
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June 17, 2025
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Kurundu – Cinnamon Life Wellness launches exclusive Urban Wellness Club
ROOTED in the healing spirit of Sri Lanka and inspired by the elemental balance of nature, Kurundu ~ Cinnamon Life Wellness is a sanctuary for modern living.
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June 17, 2025
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ASUS launches Al-powered Expert Series of PCs
ASUS, a global leader in cutting edge technology and innovation, last week launched the highly anticipated and all-new ASUS Expert Series at an exclusive event in Colombo.
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June 17, 2025
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CBSL welcomes IMF's First Deputy Managing Director Dr. Gita Gopinath
CENTRAL Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, together with senior officials of the CBSL, welcomed Dr. Gita Gopinath, First Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Dr. Krishna Srinivasan, Director of the Asia and Pacific Department, along with other senior officials.
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June 17, 2025
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AIA Insurance 'Rethink Healthy' redefines meaning of healthy
AIA Insurance's recently launched 'Rethink Healthy' brand campaign rolled out a compelling four-part podcast series, created in partnership with leading infotainment platform, PodHUB.
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June 17, 2025
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WNPS urges caution over monkey numbers
THE Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS) has urged caution over monkey population numbers reported by the Agriculture Ministry last week.
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June 17, 2025
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The Joy Of Ceylon Cinnamon - Farewell Gift To A Group At The End Of Their Maiden Visit To Sri Lanka
I was very happy that on the 15th of November 2024, I was able to make the Group bring their memorable first ever visit to Sri Lanka, to a joyous end - by giving each member of the Group, a Ceylon Cinnamon Gift Pack consisting of Ceylon Cinnamon Bark Oil, Ceylon Cinnamon Leaf Oil and a bundle of three quills of pure Ceylon Cinnamon.
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June 17, 2025
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Colombo stock market extends negative run fuelled by Middle East tensions
THE Colombo stock market yesterday took last Friday’s negative run to a new week largely influenced by external factors.
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June 17, 2025
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Access enters MCA "G" Division 25-Over League final
ACCESS Group qualified for the final of the 14th Stafford Motor Co.-sponsored ‘Honda’ Trophy — MCA “G” Division 25-Over League Tournament 2025, beating Aitken Spence Group on the “Bowl -Out” contest in the semi-final played at Thurstan College Grounds last weekend.
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June 17, 2025
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Inclusive tourism pathway to growth: Prime Minister
At inauguration of China-Sri Lanka- Maldives Tourism Forum, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasises need for inclusive tourism that reaches rural areas, women entrepreneurs, youth Stresses importance of regional collaboration to simplify visa processes and create joint marketing platforms Over 100 delegates in attendance at forum, including policymakers, diplomats, tourism leaders, and academics
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June 17, 2025
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CMA Sri Lanka inducts new President and Council Members for 2025/2027
THE Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka (CMA Sri Lanka) celebrated a landmark event on Friday, 13 June with the Induction Ceremony of the President and Council Members for the term 2025-2027, held at the Grand Crystal Ballroom, Taj Samudra, Colombo.
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June 17, 2025
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Strong.lk launches second health and fitness concept store in Mount Lavinia
Game-changing space dedicated to fitness, fun, and community
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June 17, 2025
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TEN LESSER-KNOWN FACTS ABOUT ICELAND THAT GO BEYOND THE USUAL GEYSERS, VOLCANOES, AND NORTHERN LIGHTS
While Iceland once had more forest cover, Viking settlers cleared much of it. Today, only about 2% of the land is forested. The country is actively trying to reforest, but it's a slow process due to the harsh climate and volcanic soil.
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June 17, 2025
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Spa Ceylon partners Shangri-La Colombo and Mastercard to host 'Wellness Month 2025'
SPA Ceylon, the world's largest luxury Ayurveda wellness chain, is collaborating with Shangri-La Colombo and Mastercard to launch 'Wellness Month 2025'.
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June 17, 2025
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HNB and Visa lead the way in driving seamless contactless payments
HNB, has partnered with global payments leader Visa to launch the ‘Visa Easy Tap with HNB Cards’ campaign.
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June 17, 2025
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Ex-Auditor General joins CT Holdings Board
W.P. Chulantha Wickramaratne has been appointed to the Board of CT Holdings PLC as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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June 17, 2025
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191st Feast of St. Anthony of Padua celebrated with grandeur at Kochchikade Shrine
THOUSANDS of devotees from across the country and abroad gathered at St. Anthony’s Shrine in Kochchikade, Colombo, to mark the 191st Annual Feast of St. Anthony of Padua on 12 and 13 June.
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June 17, 2025
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Digital Economy Ministry and BCS Sri Lanka Section collaborate to drive national digitisation efforts
IN a significant move to accelerate Sri Lanka's digital transformation, Digital Economy Ministry and BCS the Chartered Institute for IT Sri Lanka Section jointly announced an expanded partnership to support national digitisation initiatives and empower the country's ICT industry.
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June 17, 2025
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Debacle in local sugar industry
A great deal has been said in the print media, electronic media and the social media about the debacle in the local sugar industry particularly the one at Sevanagala.
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June 17, 2025
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Christine Jesudian appointed to Commercial Credit and Finance Board
EX-BANKER Christine Shiromi Jesudian has been appointed to the Board of Commercial Credit and Finance PLC as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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June 17, 2025
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Hayleys Aventura expands footprint to Polonnaruwa with new Weighing Solutions Centre
HAYLEYS Aventura, the industrial solutions arm of Sri Lanka's diversified Hayleys Group, has opened a new Avery Weigh-Tronix Sales and Service Centre in Polonnaruwa, marking a strategic step in expanding its support for critical industries across the North Central and Eastern provinces.
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June 17, 2025
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Sri Lankan peacebuilder awarded 'Rotary Alumni Global Service Award'
CONTRIBUTING to the many international accolades achieved by Sri Lankans this year, Pushpi Weerakoon has been awarded the 'Rotary Alumni Global Service Award'.
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June 17, 2025
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From Berlin to Colombo: New chapter in Sri Lanka-Germany relations
THE past few days have marked a significant moment in Sri Lanka's international diplomacy and its relationship with the Sri Lankan diaspora in Europe.
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June 17, 2025
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ICELANDIC YOGA AND TREKKING GROUP TO SRI LANKA WITH JETWING – NOVEMBER 2024
In November 2024, a group of 11 Icelandic lady Yoga enthusiasts arrived for a 12-day journey through Sri Lanka, expertly organized by Jetwing Travels, one of the island’s leading destination management companies.
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