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New Malé airport terminal sets stage for more tourists, economic growth
IN a historic moment for the Maldives, the new passenger terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA) was officially opened on 26 July.
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July 29, 2025
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CA Sri Lanka among world's first to join global drive for ISSB Sustainability Standards adoption
SRI Lanka has been recognised among the first jurisdictions in the world, and in South Asia, to join the global drive to adopt the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (ISSB Standards).
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July 29, 2025
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Real hangover: Outdated laws and who they serve
GROWING up in Sri Lanka we're often reminded of the country's proud legacy of progress for women: setting a global precedent in 1960 as the first country in the world to elect a female Prime Minister.
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July 29, 2025
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Painful lessons of 1987 and Indo-Lanka relations
THIS month marks 38 years since the signing of the Indo-Lanka Accord in July 1987—an agreement that remains one of the most consequential and controversial episodes in Sri Lanka's post-independence history.
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July 29, 2025
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Court lifts interim relief against Western Province Rugby officials
■SGM and AGM to proceed under new constitution
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July 29, 2025
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Cargills Bank launches Kotipathi Investment Savings Account
DELIVERING on the evolving needs and expectations of its growing customer base, Cargills Bank has introduced its new 'Kotipathi' Investment Savings Account.
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July 29, 2025
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Chandana Amaradasa heads SLANZBC
ISLAND Leisure founder Chairman Chandana Amaradasa, was elected President of the Australia-New Zealand Business Council (SLANZBC) of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce held its AGM at the Cinnamon Lake Hotel recently.
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July 29, 2025
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AIA Insurance honours brightest stars at glamorous Sales Convention 2025
AIA Sri Lanka recently hosted its annual Sales Convention at the Shangri-La, Colombo. Under the theme 'Galaxy of Greatness', the event unfolded as a spectacular showcase of achievement, elegance, and inspiration.
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July 29, 2025
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"Bank of Ceylon's commitment to strengthening higher education sector is truly exceptional"
Spanning a 60-acre campus, NSBM Green University is the first purpose-built Green University in South Asia, a distinction it holds with pride. As a Ministry of Higher Education-approved, degree-awarding institution, NSBM has emerged as a leading destination for higher education in Sri Lanka. Each year, a significant number of students who meet the eligibility criteria for university admission are unable to secure placements in local public universities. Many among them opt to pursue education abroad, leading to a considerable outflow of foreign exchange, a persistent challenge for the national economy.
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July 29, 2025
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Easter Sunday attack negligence case against Hemasiri, Pujith to resume on 18 September
THE Colombo High Court Trial-at-Bar yesterday announced that the criminal negligence case against former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando and former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara will be taken up again on 18 September.
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July 29, 2025
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ICJ urges international oversight and victim-centred investigation into Chemmani mass grave
In light of the ongoing excavation at the Chemmani-Siththupaththi mass grave site in Jaffna, situated in the north of Sri Lanka, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) yesterday issued the following statement
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July 29, 2025
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Sri Lanka should stop appeasing Trump
THE Triffin dilemma, identified by economist Robert Triffin, highlights the conflict faced by a country whose currency serves as the global reserve.
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July 29, 2025
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National Business Excellence Awards 2025 celebrates two decades of excellence
THE National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka has announced the successful conclusion of the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) 2025, marking a remarkable milestone of 20 years in celebrating and recognising business excellence in the country.
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July 29, 2025
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Nadun Saputhantri bags award for Architectural Best in Corporate and Commercial Exterior at Nippon Paint Creative Colour Awards 2025
AT the grand finale of the Creative Colour Awards (CCA) 2025 held in Tokyo, Japan, Nadun S. Saputhantri from Sri Lanka bagged the Architectural Best in Corporate And Commercial Exterior award for the Nosh77 Container Restaurant, integrating a palette of grey-green and brown-orange hues with recycled construction materials to camouflage the building with the surrounding vegetation and create harmony with nature.
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July 29, 2025
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Sri Lanka to play T20 triangular tournament ahead of Zimbabwe tour
To plug gaps in batting and improve fielding standards Sadeera Samarawickrama to be recalled to ODI side
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July 29, 2025
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President AKD gets State welcome ceremony in Malé
THE official State welcome ceremony for President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who is currently on a State visit to the Maldives, was held yesterday at the Republic Square in the capital city of Malé.
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July 29, 2025
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Secondary Bond market yields edge up; activity remains muted
Rs. 122 b Treasury Bond auction in focus Rupee depreciates
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July 29, 2025
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DFCC Bank extends Gold Loan services with highest advance
DEMONSTRATING its continued commitment to inclusive and customer-centric banking, DFCC Bank has officially extended operating hours for its already established Gold Loan services in Trincomalee, Manipai, and Akkaraipattu.
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July 29, 2025
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First Capital's Mid-Year Outlook Investor Forum 2025 leads dialogue in market strategy and inclusion
FIRST Capital Holdings PLC, a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group) and a pioneering full-service investment institution, recently concluded its highly anticipated Mid-Year Outlook Investor Forum 2025.
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July 29, 2025
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Power imbalance and corporate failure
POWER imbalance often occurs when authority is concentrated on a single individual or a few executives, and it is at the heart of corporate mismanagement, corruption, and abuse of power. Concentration of power often restrains diverse perspectives and critical debate. Without input from multiple stakeholders, decisions may be made based on limited information or personal biases. Power imbalances often create fertile ground for corruption, as executives with unchecked authority may prioritise personal gain over the organisation's objectives. Within a culture with a higher power imbalance, employees fear speaking out and whistleblowing, and finally, innovation and collaboration suffer.
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July 29, 2025
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CBSL promotes digital payments in Dambulla
Launches countrywide campaign themed \"Shaping the Future through Digital Payments
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July 29, 2025
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Colombo to host Asia International Digital Economy and AI in Finance Summit 2025
THE Asia International Digital Economy and AI in Finance Summit 2025 — featuring the Asian Digital Finance Forum and Awards — will convene global leaders on 23 October, at Port City Colombo to shape the future of inclusive, AI-driven financial systems across Asia through policy, regulation, and technological innovation.
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July 29, 2025
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Ceylon Chamber to host networking event with new Heads of Lankan missions
THE Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has announced an interactive session with newly appointed Heads of Mission of Sri Lanka — 2025, which will take place on Tuesday, 5 August, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Ground Floor Auditorium of the Ceylon Chamber.
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July 29, 2025
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People's Bank shines at National Business Excellence Awards 2025
REAFFIRMING its status as a cornerstone of Sri Lanka's banking industry, People's Bank was honoured with five major accolades at the National Business Excellence Awards 2025, presented by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka.
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July 29, 2025
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TRI-ZEN achieves landmark 700 unit handover – largest apartment handover in a single project in Sri Lanka
JOHN Keells Properties (JKP) announced a historic milestone with 700 apartment units successfully handed over to homeowners at TRI-ZEN—marking the largest handover of residential units in a single development in Sri Lanka to date.
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July 29, 2025
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Reject violence and war, struggle for peace and harmony
I use the term 'struggle' in the title of this article to mean 'work,' and not 'fight.'
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July 29, 2025
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Celebrating $ 500 million FDI: Drop in the ocean compared to our neighbours
THE Government initially claimed it had secured § 3.8 billion in committed FDI. When questioned by MP Harsha de Silva, this figure was quietly revised down to $ 1.8 billion. Now, it claims that Sri Lanka attracted $ 500 million in FDI in the first half of 2025.
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July 29, 2025
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P.A.G. Fernando appointed Chief Secretary of Uva Province
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake has appointed P.A.G. Fernando as the Chief Secretary of the Uva Province, effective immediately.
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July 29, 2025
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HNB and Home Lands group unveil enhanced home loan solution
HNB PLC, Sri Lanka's leading private sector retail bank, has further strengthened its partnership with Home Lands Group, Sri Lanka's number one and most trusted real estate provider, to offer an enhanced suite of home loan facilities to aspiring homeowners.
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July 29, 2025
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Kaushal Silva appointed Hong Kong Head Coach ahead of Asia Cup
KAUSHAL Silva, the former Sri Lanka and SSC cricketer has been appointed Head Coach of Hong Kong men's team ahead of the Asia Cup.
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