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Cambridge drives new era of digital maturity for age of AI
Updated Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary Digital Literacy curricula provide future-facing framework for responsible AI and media literacy
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March 13, 2026
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CIABOC arrests ex-SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena
FORMER SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena was arrested yesterday by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in connection with investigations into the controversial Airbus deal.
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March 13, 2026
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Transferring CEB debenture liability to new entity raises questions
THE announcement that the Ceylon Electricity Board's debenture liabilities have been \"assigned\" to a newly created private company raises serious legal and financial questions that deserve public scrutiny.
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March 13, 2026
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Ramadan feast awaits at ITC Ratnadipa till 19 March
THIS Ramadan, ITC Ratnadipa invites guests to celebrate the holy month with 'A Feast for the Senses,' a lavish Iftar buffet at the Indian Ocean Pavilion, available from 18 February to 19 March between 6:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. each evening, at LKR 9,500 nett per person. This specially curated dining experience offers an elevated setting for families, friends and colleagues to break their fast together and reflect on the spirit of the season.
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March 13, 2026
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A Taste of Sri Lanka at Mrs. Balbir's Cooking School
Culinary diplomacy initiative of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand
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March 13, 2026
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Up to 3.2 m displaced inside Iran by conflict, says UN
THE UN Refugee Agency yesterday said that as many as 3.2 million people have been forced to flee their homes within Iran since the conflict escalated in late February.
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March 13, 2026
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Ceylon United Business Alliance takes tax concerns to IRD
THE Ceylon United Business Alliance (CUBA) President and Executive Committee held a meeting yesterday with officials of the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) to discuss several issues affecting small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
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March 13, 2026
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Tantri and Mercy Education Campus to drive industry-led skills development initiative
TANTRI Trailers Ltd., one of Sri Lanka's leading industrial manufacturing companies, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Mercy Education Campus, Puttalam to strengthen industry aligned technical education and enhance youth employability across the country.
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March 13, 2026
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Sevens moved out of Kandy to Colombo
SRI Lanka Rugby (SLR) has conducted that the Inter-Club Sevens 2026 will be worked off only in Colombo as Kandy Sports Club will not take part in the tournament after failing to confirm participation before the deadline.
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March 13, 2026
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Balancing dreams and duties: Challenge of work life balance for women entrepreneurs
WOMEN entrepreneurs play an essential role in promoting economic growth, generating employment, and contributing to social development.
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March 13, 2026
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The 'Great Game' is on and so is our next move
CROSSROADS such as The Silk Route have their own legends about countries, characters and caravans.
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March 13, 2026
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Seylan opens its 290th 'Pahasara' library
SEYLAN Bank PLC marked another milestone in its flagship Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiative by opening its 290th 'Pahasara' library at Sujatha Balika Vidyalaya.
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March 13, 2026
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EDB convenes high-level meeting to address Middle East crisis impact on Sri Lankan exports
THE Export Development Board (EDB) recently convened a high-level meeting with key industry stakeholders to discuss the challenges faced by exporters shipping goods to the Middle East amid the ongoing conflict in the region.
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March 13, 2026
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President meets CEB engineers' unions to discuss restructuring of power utility
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday met representatives of engineers’ trade unions of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) to discuss the Government’s plans to restructure the State-owned power utility, emphasising the need for cooperation to address challenges in Sri Lanka’s power sector.
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March 13, 2026
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Melstacorp trims stake in DCSL with Rs. 118 m share sale
MELSTACORP PLC yesterday said it has marginally reduced its stake in Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka PLC (DCSL) following the sale of two million shares.
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March 13, 2026
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Dipped Products rings market opening bell to commemorate Golden Jubilee
DIPPED Products PLC (DPL) recently commemorated its 50th anniversary by ringing the market opening bell on the trading floor of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE).
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March 13, 2026
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Sysco's Lise Monahan highlights people and purpose at SLASSCOM CEO Forum
SENIOR technology leaders convened recently at a SLASSCOM CEO Breakfast forum for a fireside conversation with Sysco VP Technology - Enterprise Solutions, Global Centres and OCIDO Lise Monahan.
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March 13, 2026
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SLC launches Under-23 Women's District Cricket Tournament
To elevate women's cricket
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March 13, 2026
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CSE green lights Rs. 7 b Hayleys debenture issue
THE Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has granted in-principle approval for the listing of debentures issued by Hayleys PLC, enabling the diversified conglomerate to raise up to Rs. 7 billion through the debt market.
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March 13, 2026
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SDB bank partners SARP to strengthen rural agribusiness
SDB bank has entered into a strategic partnership with the Smallholder Agribusiness and Resilience Project (SARP) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), reinforcing its commitment to sustainable agricultural development and financial inclusion in Sri Lanka.
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March 13, 2026
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President's Trophy Knockouts ignite schools rugby as future stars take centre stage
THE race for schools rugby's coveted knockout silverware gathers momentum as the Dialog President’s Trophy Knockout Championship 2026 continues today with another crucial pre-quarterfinal encounter at the Royal Sports Complex.
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March 13, 2026
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Artslab Creatives bags four Effie recognitions
Secures two Silver awards for redefining AI deepfake technology as a vehicle for social change, while contributing to a Bronze and finalist recognition
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March 13, 2026
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NDB raises Sri Lanka's largest Basel III-compliant thematic Bond
NATIONAL Development Bank PLC (NDB) has successfully raised Rs. 16 billion through the issuance of Basel III-compliant Tier II Rated Unsecured Subordinated Redeemable GSS+ Bonds (the GSS+ Bonds), to be listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE).
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March 13, 2026
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Right of Reply: Russian Embassy responds
THE Russian Embassy in Colombo has issued the following statement in response to the story‘
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March 13, 2026
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Siam House becomes Sri Lanka's first ‘Thai SELECT Signature’ restaurant
THE sixth edition of Thailand Week Colombo 2026 reached a significant peak last week as Siam House became the first restaurant in Sri Lanka to receive the ‘Thai SELECT Signature’ certification.
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March 13, 2026
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SEC publishes children's storybook to promote financial literacy
THE Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) published a children's storybook titled \"Madura's Bamboo Flute Dream\" in all three languages, aimed at promoting financial literacy among secondary school students.
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March 13, 2026
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Union Assurance expands regional presence in Embilipitiya and Chilaw
UNION Assurance, Sri Lanka’s longest-standing private Life Insurer, has expanded its regional footprint with two key milestones: the opening of a new branch at No. 126, New Town Road, Embilipitiya, and the strategic relocation of its Chilaw branch to a newly upgraded facility at No. 120, Puttalam Road, Chilaw.
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March 13, 2026
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Visa serves up Global culinary stardom as Official Partner of MasterChef Sri Lanka Season One
VISA has become the Official Payment Partner for the inaugural season of MasterChef Sri Lanka, bringing one of the world's most celebrated culinary television formats to Sri Lankan audiences for the very first time.
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March 13, 2026
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Carnage partners National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka to support next generation of athletes
CARNAGE has officially entered into a landmark partnership with the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOC) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), committing to strengthening athlete development and elevating Sri Lankan sporting performance on the international stage.
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March 13, 2026
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Swedish culinary icons partner Sri Lanka at Goldi Sands Hotel
RENOWNED Swedish Master Chef and celebrated television personality Per Morberg, together with distinguished Swedish Master Baker Martin, recently visited Sri Lanka on a special culinary and trade mission aimed at strengthening ties between Sri Lanka and the Nordic region.
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