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The Management Club Colombo presents “Insights of Photography”
THE Management Club (TMC) Colombo recently held its first Members Speak event, titled “Insights of Photography: Tips and Tricks,” at the City Club Meet Room, Cinnamon Grand, Colombo.
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September 29, 2025
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Ruwanthi de Silva joins Eastern Merchants Board
EASTERN Merchants PLC has appointed Ruwanthi de Silva as an Executive Director to its Board.
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September 29, 2025
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South Asian Travel Awards 2025 honours late Harry Jayawardena with prestigious “Faces of South Asia” recognition
THE South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025 concluded on a distinguished note with a special tribute to one of Sri Lanka’s most eminent business leaders, the late D.H.S. (Harry) Jayawardena.
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September 29, 2025
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TMC Colombo presents: “Setting up an operation in motion”
TMC Colombo will host an exclusive event under its distinguished “Members Speak\" series, featuring Ranee Ratnayeke — LCo. UK (D.Op), MBA Wanborough UK, an accomplished professional and entrepreneur.
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September 29, 2025
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Hilton Colombo completes guest room renovation project
Signals new era of growth and profitability Announces ongoing process in renegotiating its Management Agreement with Hilton Worldwide Management Corporation
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September 29, 2025
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Most awaited SLIM Effie 2025 Awards launches: Celebrating marketing effectiveness with global prestige
THE Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) has officially announced the launch of Effie Awards 2025, now hosted in Sri Lanka under the stewardship of SLIM for the 18th consecutive year.
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September 29, 2025
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QR code tea fertiliser subsidy with Rs. 4,000 discount from 1 Oct.
THE Government will roll out fertiliser subsidies for small and medium tea growers through a QR code-based system starting 1 October.
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September 29, 2025
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Reverse Osmosis water plant inaugurated at Hambantota District General Hospital
A Reverse Osmosis (RO) water plant was inaugurated in the OPD area of the District General Hospital, Hambantota, during the High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha's recent visit to the Southern Province.
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September 29, 2025
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CPSTL to enforce merit-based hiring and promotions
CEYLON Petroleum Storage Terminals Ltd., (CPSTL) last week said future decisions on recruitment, promotions, and transfers will be based solely on merit, free from political or personal influence.
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September 29, 2025
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Hayleys Solar secures Silver at Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025 for flagship "Nayak Nowana Nayak" campaign
HAYLEYS Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons Ltd., has secured a Silver Award at the Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025, part of Dragons of Asia.
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September 29, 2025
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Govt. assures welfare of SL workers in Kuwait
Says SL Mission in Kuwait working closely with Kuwaiti authorities to resolve cases affecting Sri Lankan women housed at Government Shelter Notes at any given time, between 40 and 70 Sri Lankans sheltered at facility Stresses commitment to safeguarding dignity and welfare of SL workers overseas
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September 29, 2025
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Galle Dialogue 2025 highlights need of shaping collective responses to emerging maritime trends
WITH the Indian Ocean's trade routes, energy flows and fragile ecosystems under growing strain, Sri Lanka last week convened navies, policymakers and experts from across the world to chart a collective path forward.
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September 29, 2025
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Bhutan's Queen Mother commends MTI's strategy consulting contribution
MTI Consulting CEO Hilmy Cader, recently met with Tarayana Foundation Founding President Queen Mother of Bhutan Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck, for whom MTI had the privilege of developing the strategic plan.
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September 29, 2025
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Abans Group Director Dr. Saroshi Dubash honoured with 'Sri Lanka Woman Leader' at World Women Leadership Congress & Awards
ABANS Group Director Dr. Saroshi Dubash has been honoured with the title 'Sri Lanka Woman Leader' at the World Women Leadership Congress & Awards' Sri Lanka Woman Leaders event, held at Taj Samudra Colombo on 10 September.
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September 29, 2025
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Viksit Bharat Run 2025
THE High Commission of India in Colombo, jointly with MY Bharat under the Youth Affairs and Sports Ministry of India, and in collaboration with the Indian Cultural Association, organised the Viksit Bharat Run 2025 yesterday (28), starting from the iconic Galle Face Green in Colombo.
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September 29, 2025
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MullenLowe's Dr. Sohan Dharmarajah represents Sri Lanka at BrandGuff 2025 in Nepal
MULLENLOWE Sri Lanka Chief Technology Officer and Director of AI/MarTech Services Dr. Sohan Dharmarajah, took centre stage as a featured speaker at BrandGuff 2025, a branding and marketing conference held recently at The Plaza, Lalitpur.
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September 29, 2025
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India lift Asia Cup for ninth time in tense final
Pakistan lose nine wickets for 33 runs in low-scoring match
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September 29, 2025
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Cultivating circular futures: Youth as agents of change
ON 29 September, the world marks the International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste, highlighting one of humanity’s pressing paradoxes.
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September 29, 2025
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Kaya Daluwatte and Chanaka Perera reach Amateur Championship finals
THE 134th Sri Lanka Amateur Golf Championship, the second oldest amateur tournament in the world, sponsored by CEAT Europe, is set for a thrilling finale as two of Sri Lanka's finest talents, Chanaka Perera and Kaya Daluwatte booked their places in the Championship finals.
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September 29, 2025
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India, Sri Lanka hold second meeting of Joint Working Group on renewable energy
THE Second Meeting of the India-Sri Lanka Joint Working Group (JWG) on renewable energy was held virtually on 23 September 2025.
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September 29, 2025
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Rifka Ziyard honoured with Gold Award for Women in Islamic Finance at 10th IFFSA Awards
KPMG Sri Lanka Principal—Tax and Regulatory and Deputy Head of Tax Rifka Ziyard was awarded the Gold Award for ‘Women in Islamic Finance at the 10th Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia (IFFSA) Awards, held last Thursday (25) at Shangri-La Colombo.
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September 29, 2025
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Colombo International Book Fair tickets now on PickMe
Up to three free tickets for online ticket buyers via PickMe app
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September 29, 2025
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COPE, oversight, and boundaries of power: Necessary caution
AS someone who has been privileged to represent all three critical domains of the COPE process as a Chairman of a State-Owned Enterprise (SOE), a Secretary of a Ministry, and as a Chair of COPE - I feel a strong sense of responsibility to express my concerns about the recent proposal put forward under Standing Order 137 by the current COPE Chair, Dr. Nishantha Samaraweera, MP (NPP).
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September 29, 2025
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LRA upgrades Vallibel Finance rating to 'A-' on strong growth, asset quality
VALLIBEL Finance PLC (VFIN), a licenced finance company in Sri Lanka, has been upgraded by Lanka Rating Agency (LRA) from BBBto A-, underscoring its robust market outreach, superior asset quality and improved profitability.
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September 29, 2025
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Brains, beats, and brotherhood – Trade Finance Association of Bankers Quiz and Social 2025 lights up the night
THE Trade Finance Association of Banker’s Quiz and Social 2025 was held on 13 September at the Marino Beach Hotel, Colombo.
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September 29, 2025
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Sri Lanka Institute of Directors partners PR Wire to strengthen corporate communication and governance excellence
THE Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) entered into a strategic partnership with PR Wire, a member of Wire Communication Consultancy Holdings (WCCH), to advance corporate communication capabilities and reinforce governance excellence across Sri Lanka's business sector.
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September 29, 2025
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SLT-Mobitel accelerates Sri Lanka's digital future
FOLLOWING a robust financial recovery, SLT-Mobitel, the national ICT solutions provider, has transformed into the nation’s strategic enabler, a thriving national asset driving Sri Lanka’s digital future. Supporting the Government, SLTMobitel aims to accelerate the country’s digitalisation efforts and power economic growth for all sectors.
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September 29, 2025
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Digital education policy to go before Cabinet by March 2026
A framework for digitalising Sri Lanka's education system will be submitted to the Cabinet by March 2026, the Digital Task Force on Education Reform said last week.
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September 29, 2025
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N-able announces sponsorship for Sri Lankan golf prodigy Reshan Algama
N-ABLE yesterday announced sponsorship of 17-year-old Sri Lankan golf prodigy Reshan Algama, strengthening the company's commitment to empower exceptional Sri Lankan youth competing on global stages.
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September 29, 2025
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ISACA Sri Lanka hosts flagship Conference 2025: Guardians of Digital Trust – Empowering the Digital Era
ISACA Sri Lanka concluded its annual flagship event, the ISACA Conference 2025, on 22 September at the JAIC Hilton, Colombo, under the theme “Guardians of Digital Trust: Empowering the Digital Era.”
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