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Economic impact of bond scam yet to be fully calculated: PM
The economic impact of the Treasury Bond scam had not been assessed, Prime Minister Dr.
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November 27, 2025
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Sajith asks PM to allocate 6% of GDP for education
A heated exchange erupted in Parliament yesterday when Opposition and SJB Leader Sajith Premadasa challenged Prime Minister Dr.
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November 27, 2025
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Lanka records highest ever HIV cases in 2024
Sri Lanka recorded 824 new HIV infections in 2024, the highest ever in a single year, and 50 AIDS-related deaths, a senior public health official said yesterday (26), highlighting a worrying rise in HIV transmission in the country.
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November 27, 2025
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Unverified reports about Imran Khan’s “death” cause unrest in Pakistan
Imran Khan, the former Pakistan Prime Minister currently lodged in a jail in Rawalpindi, has become a top trend on social media over unverified claims of his death.
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November 27, 2025
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Regulatory Impact Assessment: Missing link in Sri Lanka's policy and regulatory reforms to unlock smarter governance
We are familiar with the practice of conducting a systematic prior appraisal (which includes a costbenefit analysis and assessment of environmental concerns) when implementing a new development project.
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November 27, 2025
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Uditha Lokubandara taken into custody over firearm at Nugegoda rally
Former MP and Private Secretary to former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, Uditha Lokubandara, was taken into custody on Tuesday (25) by the Nugegoda Division Crime Investigation Unit for allegedly carrying a pistol concealed in his walking stick during an Opposition protest rally in Nugegoda.
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November 27, 2025
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People's Bank achieves pre-tax profit of Rs 43.7 Bn for nine months ended 30 Sept.
People's Bank announced its financial performance for the nine months, ended September 30, 2025, delivering the bestever results in the institution's history.
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November 27, 2025
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Turning Sri Lanka into a pharmaceutical manufacturing hub a practical, feasible plan
Sri Lanka already has the building blocks for a competitive pharmaceutical sector: a functioning regulator (NMRA), an existing state manufacturer (SPMC), targeted investment incentives and growing political support for export-led growth.
4 min |
November 27, 2025
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'Nearly 366,000 Lankans unemployed'
Sri Lanka currently had 365,951 unemployed individuals, Prime Minister Dr.
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November 27, 2025
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CB: Lanka's forex reserves set to reach post-crisis high in December
Sri Lanka's foreign exchange reserves were expected to hit a post-crisis high by the end of the year, driven by strong inflows from multilateral agencies, Central Bank Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe said yesterday (26).
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November 27, 2025
The Island
Athletic coach Wijedasa; a gentleman par excellence
The passing of the legendary athletics coach K.
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November 27, 2025
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Parliament Oversight Committee raises concerns over quality of private university degrees
Sri Lanka’s private universities came under sharp scrutiny yesterday as the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Education, Manpower and Human Capital raised alarm over substandard degree programmes and gaps in regulatory oversight.
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November 27, 2025
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Navy seizes smuggled insecticide in Karaitivu waters
The Navy has seized a dinghy laden with illicit insecticide off Karaitivu, in Puttalam.
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November 27, 2025
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Sri Lanka back Asalanka as captain
Sri Lanka have thrown their weight behind under-fire skipper Charith Asalanka, trusting him to steady the ship and take the side through to the T20 World Cup that the island will co-host with India.
2 min |
November 27, 2025
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Sluice gates opened as heavy rains spark flood alerts countrywide
Widespread heavy rainfall has prompted authorities to open sluice gates at multiple reservoirs and issue a series of flood warnings across several districts, disrupting transport and placing thousands on alert.
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November 27, 2025
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Letters of Credit for vehicle imports on the decline along with relevant prices - CBSL Governor
The letters of credit for vehicle imports in the country have fallen in November compared to July and car import prices are also falling, Central Bank Governor Dr Nandalal Weerasinghe said.
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November 27, 2025
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HNB General Insurance growth surges ahead of market to 21%
HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI) announced its financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2025, continuing its growth trajectory with robust performance across key business lines and a solid expansion of its market position.
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November 27, 2025
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Conquering ups and downs share market ends on stable footing
The CSE kicked off on a positive note but later heavy selling pressure was noted due to month-end profittakings but the market ended on a stable note yesterday, market analysts said.
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November 27, 2025
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HNB Assurance recognized with the Best Well-being Initiative for Working Parents
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) was recently recognized as the winner of the Best Well-being Initiative for Working Parents at the Parent-Inclusive Workplace Summit 2025 hosted by Parenthood Global.
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November 27, 2025
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President to attend Ceylon Chamber's Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 on opening day
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will attend the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 on December 2nd, during which he will join the Vice Chairperson of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, Bingumal Thewarathanthri for an onstage conversation aligned with the Summit's theme 'Gateway to Growth – Asia's Emerging Opportunity'.
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November 27, 2025
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Govt.’s elephant push may fuel conflict, experts caution
Large-scale elephant drive underway in H’tota amid rising human-elephant conflict
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November 27, 2025
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November 27, 2025
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'Cuteefly' brings out her hidden talent
It's heartening, indeed, to see people doing things differently, and Indunil Kaushalya Dissanayaka is a shining example.
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November 27, 2025
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Launch of digital ticketing solution for Sri Lankan commuters
People’s Bank, in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development, has launched a groundbreaking initiative that marks a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s journey toward a fully digital public transport ecosystem.
1 min |
November 27, 2025
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Huge question marks remain over Ukraine and Gaza
A most pressing matter is the future of the Ukraine people and that of the people of the Gaza and the Middle East.
3 min |
November 27, 2025
The Island
Bollywood actor Dharmendra dies at 89
Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra passed away on Monday morning in Mumbai at the age of 89, police sources at the cremation ground confirmed.
3 min |
November 27, 2025
The Island
LK Domain Registry empowers Sri Lankans to create their own digital identity with myPage.lk
LK Domain Registry, celebrating 35 years as Sri Lanka's trusted digital identity custodian, today announced myPage.
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November 27, 2025
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Lankan student in Bengaluru blackmailed after video call by 'Instagram friend'
(NDTV) A 24-year-old Sri Lankan national, in Bengaluru, has fallen victim to an online sextortion racket involving an unidentified individual who first contacted him through Instagram.
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November 27, 2025
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Harmer's six-for hands India their biggest Test defeat and seals South Africa's 2-0 sweep
In front of empty stands in India's newest Test venue, South Africa competed their utter domination of the hosts with a whitewash and their heaviest Test defeat in terms of runs.
4 min |
November 27, 2025
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'Integral, inalienable part of India': New Delhi responds to Beijing’s claim over Arunachal Pradesh
New Delhi has asserted that Arunachal Pradesh is an “integral part” of India in response to Beijing’s claim over the territory as the two countries rowed over the detention of an Indian citizen at Shanghai Airport.
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