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Seylan Bank reclaims Mercantile 'A' Division Table Tennis title with stellar team performance
SEYLAN Bank recently triumphed at the Mercantile Table Tennis Association (MTTA) Inter-Firm Knockout Table Tennis Championships, reclaiming the coveted 'A' Division title after a gap of seven years.
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July 17, 2025
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Groundworth introduces high-value residential and commercial plots - Urbanscape Kottawa
GROUNDWORTH Partnershas announced the official launch of its latest project Urbanscape Kottawa, a strategically located residential and commercial land offering that guarantees high value, exceptional accessibility, and unmatched return on investment.
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July 17, 2025
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Bellagio Colombo shines bright at Culinary Art Competition 2025
BELLAGIO Colombo celebrates a remarkable milestone as its talented F&B and Kitchen teams triumphed at the prestigious Culinary Art Food Expo 2025, hosted by the Chef Guild of Lanka at BMICH.
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July 17, 2025
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BOC and University of Peradeniya forge strategic partnership to advance innovation and knowledge exchange
THE Bank of Ceylon (BOC), Sri Lanka’s leading state-owned bank, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Peradeniya, marking a significant step in bridging the gap between academia and the banking sector.
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July 17, 2025
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Charting new waters together with Maldives Holiday Collections and Sail Lanka
FOR the first time in Sri Lanka’s marine tourism industry, Maldives Holiday Collections Ltd. which is a leading liveaboard operator in the Maldives, partnered with Sail Lanka Charter Ltd. to launch the country’s first dedicated diving liveaboard tourism experience.
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July 17, 2025
Daily FT
Negotiation of reciprocal tariff to competitive level critical for Sri Lanka's exports survival
THE US is making revisions to its reciprocal tariff regime, which was initially presented in early April this year, and subsequently deferred for a three-month period to be ended on 9 July 2025. The US President has since then revised the tariffs applicable to certain countries after negotiation with the counterparts. Sri Lanka also engaged with US trade officials (USTR) expecting a revision to the tariff applicable to Sri Lanka; which was initially one of the highest rates in the world at 44%.
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July 17, 2025
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McLarens Lubricants clinches Gold at ExxonMobil's Circle of Excellence Awards
MCLARENS Lubricants Ltd., the authorised distributor of Mobil Lubricants in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, has been honoured with the prestigious Gold Award in the Overall Winner category at the ExxonMobil Circle of Excellence Awards recently held in Perth, Australia.
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July 17, 2025
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BOI and AHK Sri Lanka facilitate action following President AKD's strategic visit to Germany
A debriefing session was held on 14 July to outline the next steps following the successful business dialogue between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and German businesses during his official visit to Germany in June 2025.
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July 17, 2025
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HNB Assurance Expands Presence in the North with New Branch in Jaffna
Strengthening its footprint across Sri Lanka, HNB Assurance PLC officially opened its newest branch in Jaffna, located at No. 521, Point Pedro Road, Nallur. With this addition, the company now operates 11 branches in the North emphasizing the company's ongoing efforts to bring its life insurance solutions closer to communities in the Northern Province, making protection and financial planning more accessible than ever before. The new Jaffna branch will serve as a hub for customers in the region, delivering personalized insurance services with the hallmark trust, care and professionalism the company is known for.
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July 17, 2025
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Grand launch of Westbury Residencies marks new chapter in real estate journey
A story of unwavering commitment and hope reached its climax as Westbury Residencies, a landmark condominium project, officially opened its doors to the homeowners.
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July 17, 2025
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MESSAGE FROM HON. AMBASSADOR OF THE EMBASSY OF INDONESIA
It is an honour and privilege for me to join you at this truly inspiring occasion. I was amazed by so many prominent people, attend this event tonight as at the Global CEO Top Businesswoman Awards 2025.
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July 17, 2025
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ASSET project integrates Al to TVET classrooms
ASSET workshop to unfold from 18 to 23 July in Colombo is in tune with 2025 WYSD theme
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July 17, 2025
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"Cards on the table": What new gambling Bill means for Sri Lanka's casino future
GAMBLING in Sri Lanka has long been governed by a patchwork of laws and casinos have operated for decades under various licensing regimes. So why is the Gambling Regulatory Authority Bill creating such a buzz? Is it the potential for stronger governance and investor confidence? Or is it excitement driven by the big names behind the scenes, like Melco Resorts & Entertainment, a global casino giant now entering the Sri Lankan market? Or perhaps is it the rumours of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan attending the grand opening of the Cinnamon Life casino that's capturing the imagination of the public.
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July 17, 2025
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Problem of unregulated tourism
THERE was a social media uproar this week after a 26-year-old woman from Thailand was arrested for walking around topless in a popular tourist area in Arugam Bay.
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July 17, 2025
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FMSC marks 65 years with opening of new building
THE Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce (FMSC) of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura will mark its 65th anniversary with a series of events beginning on 23 July.
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July 17, 2025
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IMF is a bandage, not a cure: Moving towards lasting solutions
\"The true test of leadership is not in securing another bailout, but in building a nation that never needs one again. Fiscal sovereignty is not a dream; it is a decision.\"
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July 17, 2025
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Futureworld expands Apple presence with first Tier 2 Mono Store in Kandy
IN an era of rising black-market tech, Futureworld stands firm as the country’s most reliable source for verified Apple products and expert support.
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July 17, 2025
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Technomedics adds three new members to Board
TECHNOMEDICS, a leader in healthcare technology in Sri Lanka, has announced the appointment of Mevan Srilal, Chanaka Weerawardena, and Rajeeva Wimalawickrama to its Board of Directors, effective from 1 April 2025.
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July 17, 2025
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CCCI says US tariffs threaten $857 m coconut export industry
Calls for urgent Govt. action, US engagement and tariff relief talks
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July 17, 2025
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Sri Lanka backs regional solar cooperation at ISA Summit
PM Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stresses importance of energy security and sustainable development
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July 17, 2025
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Ishara's sell-off of HNB X shares boosts CSE turnover to Rs. 17 b
Browns Investments figures in 39.3 m trade of HNB non-voting shares for Rs. 10.8 b
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July 17, 2025
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Cathay Pacific introduces daily flights to Hong Kong
STARTING 1 September 2025, Hong Kong's home carrier Cathay Pacific will be operating daily return flights - up from the current five flights per week - between Sri Lanka's Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) and Hong Kong International Airport.
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July 17, 2025
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Manufacturing, services PMI pick up in June
Industry outlook for both sectors in next three months positive Export-oriented manufacturers and service providers remain cautious on growing uncertainties in global trade
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July 17, 2025
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ISA unveils plan to accelerate solar adoption across Asia and small island nations
ISA Director General Ashish Khanna says electricity access in Asia reaches 97%, but solar uptake remains low, especially in SIDS
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July 17, 2025
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Pre-Budget talks for 2026 begin with focus on digitalisation, rural inclusions
President AKD urges focus on sectors that can boost economy in Budget planning
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July 17, 2025
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HDFC Bank comes under CBSL restrictions
THE Housing Development Finance Corporation Bank of Sri Lanka (HDFC Bank) yesterday revealed that it has come under certain regulatory restrictions imposed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) relating to its business expansion and discretionary payments.
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July 17, 2025
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Sri Lanka learn their lessons the hard way
Strengthen batting with Chandimal and Kamindu Mendis for decisive 3rd T201
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July 16, 2025
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Committee to address e-commerce Customs challenges, develop long-term framework
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved the appointment of a Special Committee to provide temporary monitoring relief and formulate a long-term regulatory framework for cross-border e-commerce activities in the country.
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July 16, 2025
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ICTA to launch digital 'Super App' to revolutionise access to public services
THE Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) is set to take a significant leap forward in its digital governance agenda with the launch of a comprehensive 'Super App' that will centralise access to a wide array of Government services on a single mobile platform.
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July 16, 2025
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Killing Sri Lanka’s Golden Goose: Exporters’ dilemma
Our trade negotiators need to be smarter, crafting a deal attractive more than what is offered by others and perceived better to the US.
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