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Strong international and local interest for SL-MICE Expo 2025 organised by SLCB
SL-MICE Expo 2025, organised by the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB)—the national tourism organisation under the Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Ministry —will be held in Colombo from 22-26 September.
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September 12, 2025
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WIPO’s GII for my breakfast: This year’s serving is on 16 Sept.
FEEDBACK is the Breakfast of Champions is a popular phrase attributed to the author Ken Blanchard. His suc- cinct writings using One Minute themes have a global fol- lowing. The Deming cycle PDCA (Plan- Do-Check-Action) has embedded the feedback loop into the top manage- ment governance cycle and is a gold standard in manage- ment practices. Our PDCA is more akin to Politics-Diatribe- Constituency- Attrition in prac- tice. However, in our nation’s plan- ning, feedback is not exactly visible. Our breakfast of short eats or loads of carbs with some sambol and curry has led to more NCD prevalence than progress.
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September 12, 2025
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Vallibel Finance partners Singer Sri Lanka for Piaggio three-wheelers
VALLIBEL Finance PLC has partnered with Singer Sri Lanka for Piaggio three-wheelers, the sole authorised distributor of Piaggio three-wheelers in the country.
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September 12, 2025
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Amana Bank facilitates digital transformation drive with CBSL at Dambulla
CBSL Digital Payments Promotion Campaign in Dambulla
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September 12, 2025
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Browns Hotels & Resorts welcomes Malaysia's top chefs for flavour-packed festival
BROWNS Hotels & Resorts recently hosted a vibrant seven-day Malaysian Food Festival, celebrating the rich flavours and traditions of Malaysia across three of its signature properties — Occidental Eden Beruwala, Thaala Bentota, and Club Hotel Dolphin, Negombo.
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September 12, 2025
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Police release revised service fees
SRI Lanka Police has announced revised fees for services offered to the public.
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September 12, 2025
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Disaster Risk Reduction regional dialogue concludes in Colombo
THE South Asian Policy Dialogue 2025 on Early Warning and Anticipatory Action for Accelerating Risk Mitigation concluded on a high note on 28 August in Colombo, with a regional and local expert gathering.
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September 12, 2025
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Jetwing Hotels enters restful Rambukkana with enchanting Wahawa Walauwa
JETWING Hotels launches their 39th hospitality venture in the sleepy hamlet of Wahawa, Rambukkana, the pioneering hotelier to do so, with the birth of charming Wahawa Walauwa, an all-suite luxury boutique villa.
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September 12, 2025
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Sri Lanka bets on youth to power tourism's future
SLITHM, endorsed by Education and Tourism Ministries
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September 12, 2025
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Indian SC declines to cancel India-Pakistan Asia Cup match
THE Supreme Court of India yesterday refused to urgently hear a petition seeking the cancellation of the Asia Cup fixture between India and Pakistan, scheduled for 14 September at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
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September 12, 2025
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Responsibility of universities in getting graduates job-ready
FOR centuries, universities were sanctuaries of scholarship, tasked with preserving and transmitting knowledge. While this foundation remains vital, today’s rapidly changing world has added a new responsibility: ensuring that graduates are not only knowledgeable but also job-ready.
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September 12, 2025
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DFCC Bank marks 70 years with market-leading Fixed Deposit Bonanza
AS DFCC Bank celebrates 70 years of trust and progress, it is rewarding customers with an anniversary Fixed Deposit Bonanza that combines security, flexibility, and some of the most competitive rates in the market.
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September 12, 2025
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Top global conservationists, scientists converge in Sri Lanka
Negombo hosts three-day International Blue Carbon Scientific Working Group meeting Globally renowned experts provide scientific basis for Blue Carbon Initiative Convene in blue carbon hotspot regions around the world Sessions include Blue Carbon in Sri Lanka to showcase emerging scientists’ research To converge with sixth IORA Blue Carbon Hub Think Tank and International Blue Carbon SWG also holding meeting in SL Joint-delegation to visit Anawilundawa Ramsar wetland Aim to chart plan balancing local community, ecosystem, socio-economic priorities
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September 12, 2025
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Rajapaksa vacates official residence after Parliament strips ex-Presidential privileges
FORMER President Mahinda Rajapaksa yesterday vacated his official residence in Colombo and moved back to his private home in Carlton, Tangalle, following the passage of new legislation that repeals longstanding perks for ex-Presidents.
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September 12, 2025
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SITA sees progress at BIA but calls for more automation to serve growing demand better
Global leader in technology solutions for air transportation industry says advancing digital travel solutions can play a key role in Sri Lanka's tourism-dependent growth economy Reveals global airlines and airports invested $ 46 b in digital transformation in 2024 75% of aviation industry stakeholders plan to adopt biometric-enabled technologies Airports moving to cloud-based, mobile systems and early use of API-driven platforms in Asia Pacific, boosting innovations and enabling digital, scalable passenger services beyond traditional infrastructure At present, over 1 b e-passports being used globally
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September 11, 2025
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Fitch warns global economy to slow significantly despite marginal upward revision
Forecasts growth to be 2.4% in 2025, up 0.2pp since June US tariff hikes huge and will reduce global growth 'Hard data' showing US slowdown; no longer just in sentiment surveys China's export growth holding up, but domestic demand weakening, and deflation entrenched Eurozone consumer recovery fading
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September 11, 2025
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SL's digital nation agenda: CSSL leads way with NITC 2025 to build human-centric future
National ICT Conference 2025 set for 14-16 October at Shangri-La Colombo Theme: \"Fostering a Human-Centric Nation Towards Society 5.0\"
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September 11, 2025
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Dialog and MDF renew partnership to expand Govi Mithuru with AI and inclusive farming solutions
DIALOG Axiata PLC has renewed its partnership with the Australian Government-funded Market Development Facility (MDF) to further enhance Govi Mithuru, its agriculture advisory service aimed at tackling key sector challenges and promoting inclusive, AI-driven, and sustainable farming practices across Sri Lanka.
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September 11, 2025
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Presidents' Entitlements (Repeal) Bill passed in Parliament
THE Presidents' Entitlements (Repeal) Bill was passed in Parliament yesterday by a majority of 150 votes.
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September 11, 2025
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3 m arrivals target out of reach
Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe concedes shortfall of arrivals will likely reach just over 2.5 m amid policy delays and operational bottlenecks Acknowledges limited BIA slots stall charter flights; but explores Mattala options Notes free-visa scheme for 47 countries still pending AG clearance with rollout likely in early October Discloses Govt. mulls long-term visas for elderly Europeans to boost extended stays and wellness tourism Industry stakeholders warn policy delays go deeper than missing statistical target, risking long-term competitiveness
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September 11, 2025
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Committee to draft national electricity policy
Govt. says CEB Union demand unreasonable Studies show recent CEB profits due to pricing, not efficiency gains Unbundling CEB, introducing market competition and improving governance necessary to attract investment
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September 11, 2025
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ICF Colombo Chapter announces 2nd International Coaching Conference
Event from 24-25 Sept. to focus on \"Humanity 5.0 Unlocking a Human-First Future\"
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September 11, 2025
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Talk on German Supply Chain Act reforms and EU GSP+
Insights to what Sri Lanka's exporters need to know
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September 11, 2025
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HNB Securities first Primary Dealer to secure Fitch 'A' rating with Stable Outlook
HNB Securities, a subsidiary of HNB Investment Bank, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Primary Dealer in Sri Lanka to be rated by Fitch Ratings, earning an impressive'A(Ika)' with a Stable Outlook.
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September 11, 2025
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T-Bill rates hold broadly steady at weekly auction
Auction undersubscribed for 3rd straight week Rs. 155 b Treasury Bond auction in focus Secondary Bond market remains quiet; Yields edge up further Rupee appreciates slightly
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September 11, 2025
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ComBank achieves world first with LoungeKey access for UnionPay Asia Prestige cards
THE Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has become the first bank in the world to extend Lounge Key airport lounge access under the UnionPay Asia Prestige program, following a partnership between the bank and LoungeKey that will benefit holders of the bank's UnionPay Asia Prestige Asia Diamond and Prestige Platinum Credit Cards.
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September 11, 2025
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Sri Lanka to ratify UN High Seas Biodiversity Treaty
Seeks fair distribution of ocean resources
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September 11, 2025
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Wilpattu under threat as EFL takes battle to Court again
THE Environmental Foundation (Guarantee) Ltd., (EFL) yesterday filed a Writ application in the Court of Appeal of Sri Lanka, asking the court to urgently stop illegal activities inside Wilpattu National Park, especially around the Pallekandal Church in Block V of the park.
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September 11, 2025
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South Asian Technologies joins as Platinum Partner for 11th Annual Cyber Security Summit 2025
THE 11th Annual Cyber Security Summit, Sri Lanka's premier cyber security event, has announced South Asian Technologies (SAT) as its Platinum Partner for the 2025 edition.
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September 11, 2025
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Sri Lanka limited to negotiating US tariffs with trade reforms on backburner
Economist Prof. Priyanga Dunusinghe warns without competitiveness and diversification, economy will remain vulnerable Says business environment remains weak, productivity not improved Notes unless SL acts, will remain vulnerable to every tariff change or market shift dictated by larger powers
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