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National Capital Markets Symposium to convene legal, regulatory and financial leaders
THE Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) will host the National Capital Markets Symposium on 26 February 2026 at the Cumulus Ballroom, Cinnamon Life, bringing together leading regulators, legal practitioners, policymakers and market participants for a full-day forum on the future of Sri Lanka’s capital markets.
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February 25, 2026
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BALPP policy brief explores China’s global strategy and India’s economic ascent
THE Research Wing of the Bandaranaike Academy for Leadership and Public Policy (BALPP) has released a new policy brief coauthored by Senior Researcher Shayani Jayasinghe and University of Colombo International Relations Lecturer Shakthi De Silva titled “Policy and Power: Leadership Lessons from China’s Global Strategy and India’s Economic Ascent”.
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February 25, 2026
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David Pieris Solar partners HNB to promote renewable energy solutions
DAVID Pieris Renewable Energy Ltd., (DPRE), marketer of David Pieris Solar and the renewable energy arm of the David Pieris Group, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hatton National Bank PLC (HNB) to promote the adoption of solar energy solutions among customers in both the domestic and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) sectors seeking HNB loan facilities.
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February 25, 2026
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New leadership for Sri Lanka’s port sector amidst challenging times
THE recent appointment of Dr. Parakrama Dissanayake to the Chairmanship of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) by the Government was hailed by observers given the high regard he commands within the ports/logistics sector in Sri Lanka.
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February 25, 2026
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Secondary Bond market attracts fresh positions
■ Rs. 90 b T-Bill auction in focus ■ Rs. 140 b T-Bond auction details announced
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February 25, 2026
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Jacob and Sithara win in Hill Country
SRI Lanka President's Cup Junior Open Golf Championship 2026 concluded at the historic Nuwara Eliya Golf Club (NEGC).
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February 25, 2026
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Long-term US trade regime in flux after Supreme Court ruling: Fitch
THE US Supreme Court ruling on 20 February invalidating the Trump administration’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to levy broad-based tariffs on imports from most countries slashes the US effective tariff rate (ETR) by more than half, from 13% to around 5-6%, says Fitch Ratings.
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February 25, 2026
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Do or die game for Sri Lanka today
Flat pitches in India to slow turner in Sri Lanka - the challenge for NZ
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February 25, 2026
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India's Fracspace enters Sri Lanka's real estate market with Altaira
Elevated luxury destination project consists of 40 private condominium villas and 24 luxury Ridge Suites in Kegalle district
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February 25, 2026
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Reform momentum critical for Sri Lanka: IMF Resident Rep.
Speaking at Softlogic Stockbrokers Investor Forum, urges shift from stabilisation to transformation through trade liberalisation, digitalisation and labour market reform Emphasises fiscal credibility, rebuilding buffers, Central Bank independence and stronger governance Says sustaining EFF track record vital for investor confidence and protecting vulnerable groups
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February 24, 2026
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Is racism dead, dying or alive and kicking?
AS citizens, we must realise that this country will never develop into a state of peace and prosperity so long as the evil of racism and racist attitudes persist among the people.
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February 24, 2026
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IRD introduces Privilege Card for compliant individual taxpayers
THE Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has introduced a Privilege Card scheme for individual taxpayers as a measure to recognise and reward those who meet specified compliance and payment criteria.
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February 24, 2026
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Why data centres?
IN the aftermath of the hype overdrive that was the AI Impact Summit in Delhi, this question carries with it the risk of being called all kinds of names.
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February 24, 2026
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Minister admits inferior coal supplied, denies fraud in tender process
AGRICULTURE Minister K.D. Lalkantha yesterday acknowledged that inferior quality coal had been supplied under a recent tender, but rejected allegations of fraud or corruption in the procurement process.
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February 24, 2026
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Batik Air resumes Colombo-Kuala Lumpur flights from 30 March with four weekly services
BATIK Air will relaunch operations to Sri Lanka from 30 March with four weekly flights between Colombo and Kuala Lumpur, restoring direct connectivity that industry stakeholders say will support tourism, trade, and cargo flows between the two countries.
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February 24, 2026
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Sajith claims ninth coal shipment below standard, questions output
OPPOSITION Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday alleged that the ninth coal shipment imported to the country is of inferior quality, citing real-time operational data.
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February 24, 2026
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Gulf Air ups Colombo flights to 10 weekly on strong Ramadan demand
GULF Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has increased flight frequencies between Bahrain and Colombo to 10 flights per week from daily operations.
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February 24, 2026
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Banks step up AML controls as Sri Lanka braces for critical mutual evaluation
SRI Lanka's banking leaders said the country's upcoming third Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) mutual evaluation is a make-or-break moment for the financial system, warning that a negative outcome would severely damage credibility and access to global funding.
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February 24, 2026
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Vidullanka adds 6MW to national grid
VIDULLANKA PLC celebrated the opening of its newest solar facility, the 6MW Madampe solar plant, on 21 February.
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February 24, 2026
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Banks redraw risk lines after 2022 crisis
People's Bank General Manager/ CEO Clive Fonseka notes State lender was among hardest hit amidst sovereign trap Hatton National Bank Managing Director/CEO Damith Pallewatte opines episode validated country's prudential framework, but revealed weaknesses in practice Bank of Ceylon Chairman Kavinda de Zoysa says crisis exposed importance of operational risk
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February 24, 2026
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Prime, Melwa acquire waterfront land in Port City for $ 57.6 m
Four-acre property to house ultra-luxury apartment development estimated to have total turnover of approximately $ 250 m
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February 24, 2026
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DFCC ONE takes customer rewards to new heights
DFCC Bank PLC (DFCC Bank) recently elevated its digital engagement efforts through the “Rising Above with DFCC ONE” campaign, rewarding selected customers with an exclusive hot air balloon experience over Dambulla.
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February 24, 2026
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Welcoming Year of the Horse at Yue Chuan, The Kingsbury
YUE Chuan, the award-winning Chinese restaurant at The Kingsbury, Colombo, invites guests to usher in the Chinese New Year with an indulgent All You Can Eat feast in honour of the Year of the Horse.
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February 24, 2026
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NTB records strong 2025 with PAT up 15% to Rs. 19.3 b
NATIONS Trust Bank PLC (NTB) delivered a strong end to the financial year, reporting robust financial results for the 12 months ending 31 December 2025, with a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 19.3 billion, reflecting a 15% yearonyear growth.
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February 24, 2026
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Secondary Bond market activity dull; rates edge up further
THE secondary Bond market opened the new trading week with rates edging up further carrying over the upward momentum from last week which was driven by profit taking selling pressure.
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February 24, 2026
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DFCC Pinnacle hosts exclusive lifestyle seminar on cardiovascular health
DFCC Pinnacle hosted an exclusive lifestyle forum titled 'Matters of the Heart' on 17 January 2026 at the DFCC Bank Pinnacle Centre, in collaboration with Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Singapore.
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February 24, 2026
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Salam Ramadan 2026 draws over 120 stall holders for final briefing
Event from 27 February to 1 March at Green Path to celebrate culture, community and collaboration
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February 24, 2026
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McLarens Group unveils renewed Mobil-3M Experience Centre in Sri Lanka
MCLARENS Group has announced the opening of the Mobil-3M Experience Centre, a state-of-the-art showroom located at 347, Union place, Colombo 02, bringing innovation, science, and performance together under one roof.
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February 24, 2026
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Talk by Ajay Kamalakaran on his new book "Colombo: Port of Call"
AJAY Kamalakaran will be in conversation with Uditha Devapriya about his latest book, Colombo: Port of Call (Penguin India, 2026) on Sunday, 1 March 2026, at the Lakmahal Community Library, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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February 24, 2026
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Celebrate spirit of Ramadan with indulgent Iftar at Taj Samudra, Colombo
THIS Ramadan, embrace the joy of togetherness and tradition with a specially curated Iftar experience at Port of Call at Taj Samudra, Colombo.
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