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Motor Traffic Commissioner General further remanded
THE Motor Traffic Department Commissioner General Kamal Amarasinghe, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), has been further remanded till 20 April by the Pilessa Magistrate”s Court in Kurunegala.
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April 11, 2026
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Oil edges up
OIL prices rose on 10 April 2026 as supply concerns intensified following strikes on Saudi energy facilities and continued disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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April 11, 2026
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Speaker endorses Social Security Contribution Levy (Amendment) Bill
SPEAKER of the House Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne on Thursday, endorsed the certificate on the Social Security Contribution Levy (Amendment) Bill.
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April 11, 2026
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Two ceasefires, one crisis: The dangerous gap between Washington and Tehran
TWO ceasefire announcements were issued within hours of each other on the same night—one from Washington, the other from Tehran.
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April 11, 2026
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Light of merit over glow of fame: Redefining global ranking system
HISTORY is often written by the loudest voices, not necessarily the most impactful ones.
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April 11, 2026
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City of Dreams welcomes Sinhala and Tamil New Year with vibrant celebration
THIS holiday season, City of Dreams Sri Lanka invites guests to step into the heart of a truly Sri Lankan celebration with Signature Avurudu—a four-day cultural experience taking place from 11 to 14 April 2026.
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April 11, 2026
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Carnage partners NOCSL to support next generation of athletes
PERFORMANCE and lifestyle brand, Carnage, has entered into a landmark partnership with the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOC Sri Lanka) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), committing to strengthening athlete development and elevating Sri Lankan sporting performance on the international stage.
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April 11, 2026
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CBSL issues fresh reassurance on NDB
THE Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday issued a fresh reassurance to the public that it has been closely monitoring developments relating to National Development Bank PLC (NDB) following the recent disclosure of an internal fraud.
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April 11, 2026
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CIMA President holds highlevel meeting with BOC
CIMA President and CoChair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants John Graham FCMA (UK), (GMA, held discussions with Bank of Ceylon Chairman and CIMA Council Member Kavinda de Zoysa FCMA (UK), CGMA, alongside the Bank of Ceylon Senior Leadership Team and members of its Board of Directors.
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April 11, 2026
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SLIA award for Sri Lanka's first Three Sinha Clean Room Door, turning a new page in healthcare and laboratory sectors
THREE Sinha Industries Ltd. has been honoured with the Product Award of Merit at the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA) Annual Sessions 2026, recognising the company's excellence in locally manufactured construction products.
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April 11, 2026
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The unparalleled quest of a self-made Lankan artist
IS an artist set apart from the rest at birth, born with a unique gift that life should be allowed to perfect?
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April 11, 2026
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Sri Lanka to feature in Asian Beach Games in Sanya
THE National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka has announced a strong and diverse contingent for the Asian Beach Games, set to take place from 22 to 30 April in Sanya, China.
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April 11, 2026
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Sri Lanka Tourism ramps up Bangladesh outreach with first-ever Dhaka roadshow
MARKING a fresh push to tap the Bangladeshi outbound travel market, the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), together with the Sri Lankan High Commission in Bangladesh, successfully concluded its first-ever media networking session and B2B roadshow in Dhaka on 5 and 6 April.
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April 11, 2026
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HNB Finance proposes Rs. 2.5 b Right issues
HNB Finance PLC plans to raise nearly Rs. 2.5 billion (Rs. 2,499,529,714) through a Rights issue, offering two new shares for every nine existing shares held.
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April 11, 2026
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NCM against Energy Minister defeated with a majority in Parliament
THE No-Confidence Motion (NCM) against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody was defeated in Parliament yesterday, by a majority of 104 votes.
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April 11, 2026
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IRD Q1 tax revenue jumps 17.7% to Rs. 606 b
THE Inland Revenue Department (IRD) yesterday said it collected Rs. 606,002 million in tax revenue during the first quarter of 2026, sustaining strong momentum after a record performance last year.
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April 11, 2026
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Tyson Fury insists he's 'still got it' ahead of Makhmudov comeback fight
FORMER world heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury says he's “still got it” as he pledged to focus on the task at hand in his latest return to the ring.
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April 11, 2026
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ADB flags reform urgency, capital spending gaps as war shock tests recovery
RELEASING its latest economic outlook for Sri Lanka yesterday, the Asian Development Bank said that containing the economic fallout from the Mideast war and sustaining growth will depend on maintaining reform momentum and improving the execution of underperforming public investment.
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April 11, 2026
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Sri Lanka's apparel sector gains competitive edge under UK's DCTS scheme
THE United Kingdom's revised Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), effective from January 2026, presents a clear opportunity for Sri Lanka's apparel sector.
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April 11, 2026
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Oil, power, economy and stability: Strait of Hormuz and did global community neglect vitality
\"NEVER put all your geopolitical eggs in one basket\" - Prof. Kishore Mahbubani, former President of UN Security Council and storied Singaporean career diplomat.
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April 11, 2026
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CSE sees value gain by Rs. 401 b
DURING the week, the market gained Rs. 401 billion in value with the ASPI up 4.78% or 1,011.24 points.
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April 11, 2026
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Towards an ‘aluth’ (new) national identity in 2026
SWOT analysis: ethno-linguistic and cultural diversity
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April 11, 2026
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PSC explores legal pathways to break Provincial Council election deadlock
A Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) chaired by Minister Vijitha Herath is weighing fresh legal options to resolve the long-stalled Provincial Council elections, with officials warning that unresolved delimitation issues under the 2017 electoral reforms continue to block the process.
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April 11, 2026
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Avurudu at The Kingsbury
As the Sinhala and Tamil New Year approaches, The Kingsbury, Colombo, invites guests to celebrate Aluth Avurudu with a variety of offerings that bring together tradition, flavour and togetherness.
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April 11, 2026
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Dilroy and Raveen at Borneo Rugby Sevens
EXPERIENCED Dilroy Fernando will officiate as Referees Manager while Raveen Alexander will be one of the referees at the World famous Borneo Rugby Sevens in Malaysia on 11 and 12 April.
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April 11, 2026
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People's Bank offers gifts for Avurudu Ganu Denu
PEOPLE'S Bank, which introduced the tradition of doing business with the bank, is bringing new meaning to the Sinhala and Tamil Avurudu 'Ganu Denu' customs, by making arrangements to offer gifts to all those who take part in traditional Avurudu 'Ganu Denu'.
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April 11, 2026
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A HAT-TRICK of excellence: Pan Asia Bank wins big at the Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026
Pan Asia Bank has been recognised with as many as three major accolades at the Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026 (BMPC Awards) organised by the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka, further reinforcing its leadership in management excellence, digital innovation and organisational performance.
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April 10, 2026
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MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT OF CPM SRI LANKA
As the leading professional management body in Sri Lanka, CPM Sri Lanka is proud to host the Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026 (BMPC Awards) and the Management Insights Summit 2026 (MI Summit), two flagship initiatives that continue to promote excellence in management and the adoption of best practices across both public and private sectors.
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April 10, 2026
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COPF questions governance, regulatory lapses over Rs. 13.2 b NDB fraud
THE Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has raised concerns over what it described as, 'significant lapses in corporate governance', at National Development Bank PLC (NDB), alongside supervisory gaps within the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) and delays in the disclosure of material information in relation to the alleged Rs.13.2 billion fraud.
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April 10, 2026
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Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC Emerges as a Standout Winner at BMPC Awards 2026 (with Five Prestigious Awards)
Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC (TTE PLC) under Hayleys Plantations has secured multiple recognitions at the Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026, organised by CPM Sri Lanka, Recognised among the Forty Outstanding Companies at BMPC Awards 2026, TTE PLC continues to build on a strong record of achievement, reflecting what the company describes as its position as the Most Awarded Company in Sri Lanka ranked by LMD.
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