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Changing patterns of cinnamon marketing in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is the world’s largest producer and exporter of pure cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume).
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
VALENTINA by Winil Gems debuts at Amari Colombo
AMARI Colombo recently unveiled VALENTINA, an exclusive jewellery boutique where timeless elegance meets exquisite craftsmanship.
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
HNB Assurance and Bank of Ceylon sign strategic MoU to strengthen bancassurance offering
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA), has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bank of Ceylon (BOC) to further expand its bancassurance footprint across the island.
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October 30, 2025
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Govt. to address challenges in releasing military-held lands in Jaffna-Palaly area
THE Government has reaffirmed its commitment to resolve land issues in a transparent manner by releasing private lands within the Jaffna-Palaly area to their rightful owners.
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025 concludes with resounding success
THE Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2025, hosted by the Sri Lanka Retailers' Association (SLRA), concluded successfully at the Shangri-La Colombo, bringing together over 500 retail leaders, innovators, and professionals to chart the future of Sri Lanka's retail landscape.
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
CoPA flags North Western PC project irregularities
Directs all procurement documents, technical committee reports, related project records be submitted to Auditor General within a month and summons relevant officials for further examination Recommends report on total recoverable amount by year’s end be presented, noting that about Rs. 85 m in tax arrears remain unrecovered due to supervisory shortcomings
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October 30, 2025
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NATIONAL ICT AWARDS 2025 CELEBRATES SRI LANKA'S DIGITAL EXCELLENCE
The 27th edition of the National ICT Awards (NBQSA) 2025, organized by the BCS Chartered Institute of IT, Sri Lanka Section, concluded with a distinguished ceremony on 10th October at the Grand Marquee, Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo, celebrating the nation's most innovative minds and outstanding achievements in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Industry.
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
Sinhalese nationalism, monastic power, and myth of sacred land
JUST like evergreen songs ~ Sinhala Buddhist nationalism and racism are live topics anytime in this land of compassion.
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
Singer Finance and Hayleys Mobility partner to drive EV mobility forward in Sri Lanka
SINGER Finance (Lanka) PLC and Hayleys Mobility Ltd. announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen access to sustainable and affordable financing solutions for newly introduced electric vehicles (EVs) in Sri Lanka.
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October 30, 2025
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Evolution of UNHRC resolutions on Sri Lanka: From sovereignty to accountability
IN May 2009, as the guns fell silent over Nandikadal, Sri Lanka claimed victory not only on the battlefield but also in Geneva.
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October 30, 2025
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Pan Asia Bank marks 30 years of excellence with ceremonial bell-ringing at CSE
MARKING 30 years since its establishment and 20 years since its landmark listing in 2005, Pan Asia Bank commemorated its extraordinary journey with a ceremonial bell-ringing at the Colombo Stock Exchange.
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October 30, 2025
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Assetline Insurance Brokers partners Hutch to offer travel insurance for roaming customers
IN a landmark collaboration that redefines convenience and value for travellers, Assetline Insurance Brokers Ltd., (AIBL), Sri Lanka's third largest insurance broker and the insurance arm of the David Piers Group of Companies, has partnered with Hutch Sri Lanka to offer complimentary travel insurance to all Hutch roaming customers.
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October 30, 2025
Daily FT
“Mother Earth is our Sustenance”
IN remembrance of entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the founder of BAM Holdings Ltd, the late Mr. B. A. Mahipala’s on his 78th birth anniversary, - a total of 1,078 plants were planted at the Maduru Oya Special Forces Camp recently.
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October 29, 2025
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Hong Kong-based Giesecke & Devrient gets contract to upgrade CBSL's currency operations
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday green lighted to award a contract to Hong Kong-based Giesecke & Devrient Asia Pacific Ltd., to Sri Lanka, following a competitive procurement process.
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October 29, 2025
Daily FT
Police launch probe into officers over video of Weligama PS Chairman murder suspect's arrest
THE Sri Lanka Police have launched a special investigation into the conduct of officers involved in the arrest of the suspect wanted in connection with the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara, following the circulation of video footage of the arrest on social media.
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October 29, 2025
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LankaPak 2025: Celebration of creativity and testament to resilience
26th annual edition concludes successfully with multiple key events
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October 29, 2025
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Secondary Bond market rallies ahead of Rs. 57 b Treasury Bill auction
THE secondary Bond market saw yields decline yesterday following news of an impressive fiscal outperformance for January-September 2025, exceeding several IMF benchmarks.
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October 29, 2025
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Budget deficit more than halves YTD Sept. 2025
SRI Lanka’s fiscal performance continued to strengthen, with the Budget deficit more than halving in the first nine months of 2025, according to the Finance Ministry’s latest Fiscal Review Report.
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October 29, 2025
Daily FT
Govt. ended culture of political interference in foreign employment: Minister Herath
Reveals practice of ministers, deputy ministers, and their private secretaries intervening and taking money to send people to Israel for employment
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October 29, 2025
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Brandix highlights ESG Stewardship in latest ESG Report
BRANDIX launched its 10th Sustainability Report for 2024/25 this week, and laid out new ambitious targets that will transcend its environmental and social footprint.
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October 29, 2025
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WCIC’s 40th anniversary celebrations continue with “Empowering Future Female Entrepreneurs” workshop
60 undergraduates from 16 universities inspired through workshops, mentorship, and global connections
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October 29, 2025
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Sri Lanka goes back to former practice of appointing vice-captain
Shanaka named as Asalanka's deputy for T20Is
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October 29, 2025
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Free-visa scheme for 47 countries to be implemented within two months: Tourism Minister
SRI Lanka’s long-delayed free visa policy for select countries is set to take effect within the next one to two months, Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath yesterday announced, as the Government moves to finalise and gazette the regulation.
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October 29, 2025
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Sri Lanka, India to implement 33 development projects in Eastern Province under Rs. 2.37 b grant
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved the signing of 33 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between the Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Ministry and the Indian High Commission to implement development projects in the Eastern Province under the Indian Multi-Sectoral Grants.
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October 29, 2025
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Cabinet approves recruitment of 8,547 personnel across ministries and provincial councils
Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ministry accounts for largest number of new recruitments with 5,198 positions, followed by Buddhism, Religious and Cultural Affairs Ministry with 1,261 vacancies
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October 29, 2025
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Seylan Bank PAT up 26% YoY to Rs. 8.3 b by Q3 2025
SEYLAN Bank yesterday said it recorded a Profit Before Income Tax (PBT) of Rs. 12.8 billion in Q3 2025, up 20.75% from Rs. 10.6 billion in Q3 2024.
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October 29, 2025
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Sri Lanka welcomes new winter flight connections from Switzerland, Russia and Belarus
SRI Lanka’s international tourism connectivity received a boost yesterday as Edelweiss Air, Red Wings Airlines, and Belavia inaugurated their winter season flights to Katunayake and Mattala airports, signaling growing interest from European and Russian travelers.
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October 29, 2025
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Remembering eviction of northern Muslims and making commitment to coexistence
IT has been 35 years since the Muslim communities of Sri Lanka’s Northern Province were evicted en masse by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
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October 29, 2025
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CEAT Kelani wins double honours at CNCI Achiever Awards 2025
CEAT Kelani Holdings has been recognised with two prestigious awards at the 2025 CNCI Achiever Awards presented by the Ceylon National Chamber of Industries (CNCI), reaffirming its standing as one of the country’s foremost industrial enterprises.
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October 29, 2025
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Four new High Courts in Colombo under Anti-Corruption National Action Plan
IN a bid to strengthen the judicial system’ capacity and expedite cases under the Anti-Corruption National Action Plan (2025-2029), the Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved the establishment of four new High Court premises in Colombo.
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