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England rally to claim famous win over All Blacks
ENGLAND roared back from the concession of 12 early points to beat New Zealand for only the ninth time in their 120-year rivalry and claim the greatest win of Coach Steve Borthwick's three-year reign.
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November 17, 2025
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South Africa shock India in low-scoring thriller
SOUTH Africa have secured their first Test victory in India since 2010, as they triumphed in a low-scoring thriller inside three days in Kolkata.
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November 17, 2025
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Ceylinco Life opens purpose-built branch in Nittambuwa
CEYLINCO Life has become the first insurance company to open a purpose-built branch on company-owned land in Nittambuwa, reflecting the company’s long-term strategy of investing in high-quality, eco-friendly infrastructure to enhance customer experience and service standards.
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November 17, 2025
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Hansen scores hat-trick as Ireland thrash Wallabies
MACK Hansen scored a superb first-half hat-trick to help lift Ireland to a record win over Australia in an entertaining Test at Aviva Stadium.
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November 17, 2025
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ODEL sets stage for Christmas 2025
THIS season, the lights are low, the music is loud, and the curtain is rising on a Christmas like no other.
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November 17, 2025
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Healing founder's rift: Turning family conflict into lasting continuity
WHEN my previous article “The Unspoken Rift: When Founders and Siblings Collide in Family Businesses” appeared in the Daily FT (https://www.ft.lk/columns/Unspoken-rift-When-founders-and-siblings-collide-in-family-businesses/4-783309), I was unprepared for the overwhelming response it received. My phone rang continuously for days. Many of the calls came from founders of Sri Lanka’s most respected family enterprises, from their children, and from professionals who have long observed such struggles from the sidelines. Almost every conversation began the same way: “You have written what we have all felt, but never dared to say.”
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November 17, 2025
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Abans and Xiaomi unveil Sri Lanka's first experiential Smart Tech Village
IN a milestone event for Sri Lanka's technology landscape, Abans PLC, in partnership with Xiaomi launched the “MI Abans Smartverse” the nation’s first-ever experiential smart tech village, at the Colombo City Centre from 12 to 16 November.
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November 17, 2025
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APB Sri Lanka conducts CPDC program on 'Al in HR: Evolving Future of Banking Industry'
THE Association of Professional Bankers (APB) Sri Lanka recently conducted a Continuing Professional Development and Certification (CPDC) program titled 'Al in HR: Evolving Future of the Banking Industry'.
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November 17, 2025
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Five new envoys present credentials to President
FIVE new envoys have presented their credentials to President Anura Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat.
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November 17, 2025
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Lanka Coffee Association hosts 4th Annual General Meeting
THE Lanka Coffee Association (LCA) held its 4th Annual General Meeting yesterday at the Waters’ Edge Hotel, Battaramulla.
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November 17, 2025
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Sanasa Life in 1:1 Rs. 522 m Rights issue to bolster solvency
SANASA Life Insurance Company PLC has announced a rights issue amounting to Rs. 522.7 million, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals, to improve its solvency position.
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November 17, 2025
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People’s Bank first State bank to secure Corporate Finance Adviser Licence
To date, PBIBU has successfully managed 32 debenture listings and one equity IPO, collectively mobilising over Rs. 200 b
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November 17, 2025
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LB Finance revises AMF acquisition offer timeline as SEC grants extension
LB Finance PLC has announced a revised timeline for its voluntary offer to acquire Associated Motor Finance Company PLC (AMF), following an extension granted by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC).
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November 17, 2025
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Unlocking potential of logistics industry: Addressing challenges and leveraging opportunities
THE logistics sector is a critical determinant of a nation’s economic strength, influencing both microeconomic efficiency and macroeconomic growth by facilitating trade, enhancing supply chain resilience and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services. In Sri Lanka, the aspiration to establish a prominent regional logistics hub linking international maritime and aviation routes highlights the direct correlation between logistics performance and national economic development. This ambition is especially relevant given the country’s strategic geographical location, which has historically attracted substantial investment and supported significant growth in air and sea connectivity as well as cargo-handling capacity
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November 17, 2025
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David Pieris Group and Helakuru partner to introduce new era in fair ride-hailing HelaGo
THE David Pieris Group, one of Sri Lanka's largest and most diversified conglomerates, has announced a strategic partnership with HelaGo, the revolutionary ride-hailing platform introduced by the Helakuru Superapp, to jointly advance a fair, transparent and locally empowered mobility ecosystem in Sri Lanka.
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November 17, 2025
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Cabinet approves five -year strategic plan to strengthen Vidatha program countrywide
Aims to empower rural communities via scientific and technology innovation
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November 17, 2025
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Oracle of Omaha, value investing icon Warren Buffett to retire at 95
WARREN Buffett will step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025, ending a leadership run of more than 60 years.
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November 15, 2025
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CSE recovers from early slide to close week flat
THE Colombo stock market fell sharply in early trading yesterday before gaining ground to close the week flat.
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November 15, 2025
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CH and FC secure 29–5 triumph against Police SC in league opener
CH and FC opened their Inter Club Rugby League 2025/2026 when they outplayed Police SC 29/5 at the Racecourse rugby ground last evening.
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November 15, 2025
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Havies and Sailors settle for draw at Park
HAVELOCK Park witnessed a fantastic opener for the Inter Club Rugby League 2025/2026 last evening as Havelock SC and Navy SC played out a thrilling 31/31 draw.
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November 15, 2025
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Dialog posts consistent Q3, strong YTD 2025 performance
Revenue up 6% to Rs. 133.1 b; core revenue up 18% YTD; EBITDA up 40% to Rs. 62.9 b; EBITDA margin up 11.3 pp to 47.3%; INPAT at Rs. 14.9b up over 100%; Taxes paid to Govt. at Rs. 41.9 b; CapEx at Rs. 14.2 b; OFCF up 90% Rs. 37.1 b
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November 15, 2025
Daily FT
Ananda Walpita joins Lee Hedges Board
LEE Hedges PLC has appointed Ananda Rajiv Walpita to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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November 15, 2025
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Vantage partners CR & FC to power spirit of rugby
IN a dynamic show of partnership between sport and style, Vantage, the flagship brand of Ebony Holdings Ltd., has joined hands with Ceylonese Rugby & Football lub (CR & FC) as the Main Sponsor for the 2025/26 rugby season.
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November 15, 2025
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HNB Club Elite Mastercard to unlock red carpet access to 68th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles
HNB PLC, in collaboration with Mastercard, unveiled a limited, fully curated Grammy Awards experience for its invitation-only Club Elite cardholders.
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November 15, 2025
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Second reading of 2026 Budget passed with majority in Parliament
Four Opposition MPs support, eight abstentions; TPA MP Mano Ganeshan reasons out for voting in favour ITAK MP Shanakiyan; Rasamanickam says party chose abstention as a gesture of goodwill, trusting President
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November 15, 2025
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Port City Colombo signs agreement for first commercial office development with 34-storey Gateway Tower
A major milestone in Colombo’s, transformation into a regional hub is set to unfold with the development of the 34-storey Colombo Gateway Tower One at Port City Colombo, a state-of-the-art office infrastructure by a Singapore-led investor consortium spearheaded by Canary Wharf Holdings Ltd.
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November 15, 2025
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Hayleys maintains growth momentum with 1H PBT of Rs. 13 b
Achieves revenue and PBT growth of 13% and 7% during 2Q supported by domestic and export-oriented businesses; Ranked as Sri Lanka's leading listed corporate in 32nd edition of LMD 100; Accelerates growth through strategic expansion in new verticals; Broadened strategic footprint with entry into mobility and supermarket sectors and acquisition of substantial stake in Harischandra Mills PLC
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November 15, 2025
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The group said that domestic macroeconomic conditions continued to improve, underpinned by prudent monetary policy, sustained revenue growth and ongoing fiscal consolidation, creating amore enabling environment for business expansion.
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November 15, 2025
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Babar’s century seals ODI series for Pakistan
Sri Lanka lose second game by 8 wickets
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November 15, 2025
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Cabinet approves construction of new fuel tanks to ensure 45-day petroleum stock
IN a move to strengthen the country's fuel security, the Cabinet of Ministers this week approved constructing new storage tanks and replace aging ones at the Kolonnawa and Muthurajawela terminals, enabling the Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminal Company (CPSTL) to maintain a minimum petroleum stock sufficient for 45 days.
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