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Governance sans management skill results in “no action, talk only"
By enhancing understanding of effective political skills, leaders can foster healthier execution dynamics and improve overall governance
5 min |
July 22, 2025
Daily FT
Legal expert Gayani Premathilake appointed to HDFC Bank Board
GAYANI Premathilake has been appointed to the Board of HDFC Bank PLC as a Non Independent, Non-Executive Director.
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July 22, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka Netball at crossroads: Navigating crisis and seeking revival
ONCE a proud flag-bearer in South Asian women's sports, Sri Lankan netball now finds itself in a deep crisis. Despite being the most popular women's sport in the country, netball today is adrift—lacking direction, a clear development structure, and most worryingly, a functioning governing body. As the sport teeters on the edge of decline, this article evaluates the consequences of its current state, highlights the strengths it still possesses, and explores a strategic path to restore its lost glory.
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July 22, 2025
Daily FT
National Business Excellence Awards 2025 to honour top performers on 24 July
THE National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka will hold the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) on Thursday, 24 July, at the Shangri-La Colombo, commencing at 6 p.m.
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July 22, 2025
Daily FT
Asgiri Anunayake Thero passes away
Final rites to be held on Thursday
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July 22, 2025
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Saving elephants: Time for science, strategy, and solidarity
LAST week, Sri Lanka lost one of its most iconic and rare wild tuskers, Bhatiya, a majestic giant that had roamed the forests for decades.
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July 22, 2025
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Towards decentralised, citizen-centric governance model for Sri Lanka
EXECUTIVE summary: Sri Lanka's politically tarnished centralised system of governance structure has continued to disenfranchise the majority of its citizens and has robbed its true potential before and since independence was granted, in spite of multiple constitutions and social uprisings.
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July 22, 2025
Daily FT
SLT-Mobitel strengthens enduring partnership with IESL at Techno 2025
SLT-MOBITEL, the national ICT solutions provider, has once again partnered with the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL) as the Principal Sponsor of Techno 2025.
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July 22, 2025
Daily FT
Another indictment served on Mahindananda and Nalin
FORMER Ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, along with former Sports Ministry Secretary Major General (Retd.) Nanda Mallawarachchi, all currently serving prison sentences, were indicted yesterday before the Colombo High Court for allegedly committing an offence under the Public Property Act.
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July 22, 2025
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ECB awarded hosting rights for next three WTC Finals
DURING the ICC Annual Conference 2025 it was confirmed that the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has been awarded hosting rights for the next three World Test Championship Finals.
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July 22, 2025
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Travis Roche appointed to AMW Capital Leasing and Finance Board
AMW Capital Leasing and Finance PLC has announced the appointment of Travis Roche to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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July 22, 2025
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Dialog takes lead in anti-bribery governance with ISO 37001 certification
DIALOG Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka's #1 connectivity provider, has become the first company in Sri Lanka to achieve the ISO 37001:2016 certification for Anti-Bribery Management Systems (ABMS).
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July 22, 2025
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Secondary Bond market consolidates
■All eyes on Monetary Policy Review No. 4 for 2025 ■NCPI inflation cools to + 0.3% in June
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July 22, 2025
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NDB Bank strengthens Dubai remittance support to deliver comprehensive remittance solutions
NDB Bank has strengthened its presence in Dubai with the appointment of Akila Bogahawatta as its dedicated remittance representative, underscoring the Bank's commitment to Sri Lankan expatriates in the UAE. Bogahawatta will serve as a onestop liaisons for all NDB remittance services, helping customers select the fastest and most costeffective channels to send money home.
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July 22, 2025
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Pavan scores century as Sri Lanka ‘A’ dominate day two
Dinusha, de Livera complete half-centuries Second 4-day unofficial Test v Australia ‘A’
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July 22, 2025
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Trinity wins Central Province Under-20 Football Championship
TRINITY College became Central Province Under 20 Football champions when they beat Ajmeer College 3/0 in the final which was played in Pallekele recently.
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July 22, 2025
Daily FT
Social proof in action: Behavioural path to better tax system
HUMAN nature is fundamentally shaped by connections emotional, social, and environmental that begin at birth and persist throughout life. These connections influence how people think, grow, and make decisions, creating a deep reliance on signals from those around them. Among the most powerful of these influences is social proof the habit of observing others when deciding how to behave, especially in uncertain situations. In the context of taxation, social proof plays a crucial role in shaping individual attitudes and compliance behaviours. Understanding and using this human pattern can be a game-changer for governments seeking to strengthen voluntary tax compliance and build a culture of civic responsibility.
3 min |
July 22, 2025
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SLASSCOM launches training program to bridge management gaps in Sri Lanka's IT sector
SLASSCOM has rolled out a specialised training program to address critical gaps in mid-level management within the IT sector.
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July 22, 2025
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CSE opens new week on mixed note, driving ASPI over 19,000 to new high
THE Colombo stock market yesterday began a fresh week on a mixed note as positive sentiment drove the ASPI past 19,000 to a new all time high.
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July 22, 2025
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Rootcode wins second Estonian Government tender to advance Al-powered citizen services
ROOTCODE, a leading global software product engineering company, has secured its second government tender with Estonia.
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July 22, 2025
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Rotary spruce stock market, a lot to be done
FOR the first time in history of Rotary in Sri Lanka, the foremost service organisation in the world was invited to ring the traditional “bell” to announce the partnership between Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and Rotary for the SME Growth in Sri Lanka.
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July 22, 2025
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HNB Assurance celebrates its people at 2025 Staff Conference
Highlights from the HNB Assurance Staff Conference 2025
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July 22, 2025
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Dialog Enterprise renews sponsorship of Royal Colombo Golf Club
DIALOG Enterprise has reaffirmed its commitment to sporting excellence by renewing its partnership as the main sponsor of the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) for the years ahead.
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July 22, 2025
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Asian Paints Causeway powers motorsport milestone as Walawa Supercross roars back for 10th edition
ASIAN Paints Causeway Walawa Supercross 2025 roared back into action as one of Sri Lanka's most iconic motor racing spectacles, making a triumphant return after a five-year hiatus.
1 min |
July 22, 2025
Daily FT
Governance sans management skill results in “no action, talk only”
By enhancing understanding of effective political skills, leaders can foster healthier execution dynamics and improve overall governance
5 min |
July 22, 2025
Daily FT
Round Table Sri Lanka backs Karma Fight League’s vision to build combat sports industry
KARMA Fight League (KFL) has quickly become one of Sri Lanka’s most exciting homegrown brands. But beyond the crowd-pulling events, the team behind KFL has been focused on something bigger—building an entire combat sports industry from the ground up.
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July 22, 2025
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CCC, Colts, Tamil Union join Police SC in semi-finals
SLC Major Club 50-Over Tournament
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July 22, 2025
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DFCC Bank empowers SMEs with long-term capital growth via innovative Investment Planner
AS part of its 70th anniversary initiatives, DFCC Bank has unveiled a strategic new financial solution aimed at enabling Sri Lanka’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to build capital over time and strengthen their long-term financial resilience.
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July 22, 2025
Daily FT
Shaahid to lead SL at Asia Rugby Under-20 Sevens in India
FORMER Isipathana College star Vice-Captain and current Kandy Sports Club Centre, National Sevens and Fifteens player Shaahid Zumri, has been named Captain of the Sri Lanka Under-20 Boys team set to compete in the Asia Rugby Under-20 Sevens Championship in Bihar, India next month.
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July 22, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka recognises 100 tourism SMEs for leading way in sustainability
IN a landmark celebration of the country's journey toward a greener and more inclusive tourism sector, 100 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) yesterday were honoured under the National Sustainable Tourism Certification Scheme (NSTCS).
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