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With purpose we strive and succeed
ONE of the most emotional yet profound books you can read is “Man’s search for meaning” by Viktor Frankl. The story is heartbreaking as it is an unbelievable story of humanity brutalising humanity and surviving amidst it! It clearly articulates the value of having a purpose that is both selfish and selfless in a positive, meaningful way. Reading “Ikigami” by Hector and Francesca later I again found that having a meaningful reason to live is an important life principle.
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June 27, 2025
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Comprehensive program to boost export agricultural crops from 2025
Aims to enhance productivity, sustainability and market access, with Govt. committing to cover up to 50% of investment costs borne by farmers for selective initiative Targets development and promotion of 14 key export crops implemented by Department of Export Agriculture THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Tuesday approved supporting and expanding the export-oriented agricultural sector to meet its crop targets via a new initiative.
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June 26, 2025
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Powering Sri Lanka Forward
Sino Lanka Power Gen's Leadership in Industrial Clean Energy
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June 26, 2025
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Minister Sunil Handunneththi represents Sri Lanka at World Economic Forum in China
Explores advancing public- private partnerships in natural resource management Highlights country's reform trajectory and investment potential
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June 26, 2025
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Two Sub-Committees to monitor Middle East crisis impact on economy
AMID the rising instability in the Middle East, the Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Tuesday approved the formulating of high-level dual sub-committees tasked with evaluating potential risks and devising early action strategies to avoid any adverse impacts on the economy.
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June 26, 2025
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China grants $ 20 m to support digital education rollout
SRI Lanka is set to accelerate its digital transformation in the education sector with a $ 20 million grant from the People's Republic of China, following a bilateral agreement reached during President Anura Kumara Disanayake's official visit to Beijing in January 2025.
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June 26, 2025
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Home Lands unveils Pentara Residencies Thummulla Handiya 'The Address in Colombo'
Marks largest single investment in residential real estate by a Sri Lankan developer
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June 26, 2025
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Cabinet clears Rs. 2 b allocation for urgent renovation of key irrigation schemes in dry zone
IN response to severe flood damage that disrupted water releases to cultivated lands across the dry zone, the Cabinet of Ministers on Tuesday (24) approved a Rs. 2 billion allocation under the 2025 Budget for the urgent renovation of major irrigation systems.
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June 26, 2025
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Mastercard joins as Gold Partner for Sri Lanka's inaugural Data Privacy and Protection Summit 2025
BUILDING on a decade-long legacy of excellence in digital risk management, CICRA Holdings and Daily FT have announced Sri Lanka’s first Data Privacy and Protection Summit 2025, with Mastercard as the Gold Partner.
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June 26, 2025
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Renewed interest on Sri Lanka from German investors and businesses
SRI Lanka has triggered renewed interest from German investors and businesses in tandem with a vastly improved macroeconomic environment and uptick in growth prospects.
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June 26, 2025
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Renewable energy: More serious focus is needed
In the context of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran and carrying a significant risk of escalating into a potential war situation developing first as a regional war and a subsequent involvement of other global powers signalling eventualities unpredictable, we have to be seriously concerned about our fuel supplies and the consequential energy issues that we may have to face.
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June 26, 2025
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Sri Lanka display resilience after Galle
Capture eight Bangladesh wickets for 220 on rain-hit opening day
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June 26, 2025
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SLTB to purchase 29 super-luxury buses for expressway fleet
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Tuesday green lighted the immediate purchase of 29 super luxury buses using Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) funds, as part of a plan to acquire 200 new coaches for expressway services.
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June 26, 2025
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MTI launches Bank of Bhutan's strategising process
AN international team of MTI Consultants, along with their Bhutan-based Associates, are in Thimphu this week to launch the Bank of Bhutan’s six-year Corporate Strategic Plan, with a strategic thrust on Al integration and digital transformation.
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June 26, 2025
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CFA Society Sri Lanka celebrates excellence at Capital Market Awards 2025
THE 12th annual CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards, which recognises and rewards excellence in the local capital markets, was held on Tuesday, 24 June, at Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, Sri Lanka.
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June 26, 2025
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West Indies Academy level series 1-all with second ODI win
THE West Indies Academy levelled the three-match unofficial ODI series one-all when they beat the touring Sri Lanka Emerging Players by 19 runs in the second match played at North Sound on Tuesday.
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June 26, 2025
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NDB Leasing makes Perodua Axia G more accessible than ever with monthly rental of Rs. 69,999
NDB Leasing is making it easier than ever for Sri Lankans to get behind the wheel of a brand-new Perodua Axia G, with a special leasing offer designed to put affordable vehicle ownership within reach.
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June 26, 2025
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PANASIAN POWER PLC MAKING THE ENERGY SECTOR GREENER BY THE DAY TOGETHER WITH SUNGROW
SUNGROW, the global leader in solar inverters and energy storage systems, commemorated the Sri Lankan market launch of SUNGROW Energy Storage Systems with their main channel distribution partner, PANASIAN POWER PLC. This historic event unfolded on the 28th of May, at Cinnamon Life City of Dreams, in front of all the major stakeholders and companies in the energy field in Sri Lanka.
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June 26, 2025
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Ceylon Chamber to host business interaction with delegation from Yunnan
■Agriculture, food processing, and tea industry among focus sectors
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June 26, 2025
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Access Motors rolls out first official shipment of Land Rover vehicles
ACCESS Motors, the sole authorised agent of Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles in Sri Lanka, welcomed its first official shipment of Land Rover vehicles since the Sri Lankan Government lifted vehicle import restrictions, effective 1 February.
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June 26, 2025
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National experts from ISACA, SL CERT, and TechCERT join Sinetcom panel discussion
A high-level panel discussion organised by Sinetcom in collaboration with Sophos brought together some of Sri Lanka’s most respected voices in cybersecurity and public sector IT to discuss the evolving threat landscape and the urgent need for collaborative defence strategies.
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June 26, 2025
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Energy Storage: Powering the Next Leap in Sri Lanka's Renewable Journey
As Sri Lanka moves steadily toward a cleaner and sustainable energy future, energy storage is an emerging component of this transformation.
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June 26, 2025
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Sysco LABS MD highlights Sri Lanka's tech potential at Shift25 Summit
SYSCO LABS Managing Director Rasika Karunatilake recently joined a high-profile panel at Shift25 — the annual flagship leadership summit organised by AICPA & CIMA.
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June 26, 2025
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Sri Lanka in must-win encounter against UAE on 4 July
THE Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025 has entered its decisive phase, with four nations — Hong Kong China, South Korea, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Sri Lanka - vying for the coveted direct qualification spot to the Rugby World Cup 2027.
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June 26, 2025
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Kandy, Colombo South in record run chase
THE Sri Lanka Under-19 Youth League tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Cricket produced a record run chase at Samadhi grounds in Anuradhapura with a total of 713 runs being scored.
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June 26, 2025
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HNB Finance delivers robust performance with 112% growth in Profit Before Tax and strong portfolio growth momentum for FY24/25
HNB Finance PLC has delivered an outstanding performance for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, continuing its positive growth trajectory and further strengthening its position in Sri Lanka's financial services sector.
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June 26, 2025
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Health Minister flags political plot to disrupt sector reforms
HEALTH Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday disclosed that an intelligence report has flagged attempts by certain politically affiliated groups to undermine the Government's initiatives to improve and streamline the sector.
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June 26, 2025
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Colombo stock market gathers further momentum
THE Colombo stock market yesterday sustained its new found optimism amidst calmer external front.
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June 26, 2025
Daily FT
Pause or peace? Iran's resilience, resistance and rebooted revolution
PRESIDENT Trump's dramatic ceasefire announcement was against the backdrop of a triangular stand off. Iran hit several US bases in the region, having telegraphed its punch. There were zero human casualties, just as there were none in the US strikes on Iran's three sites of nuclear enrichment.
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June 26, 2025
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Ancient engineers would be ashamed: Rebuilding Sri Lanka with light
Centuries before the world debated net-zero targets or climate resilience, Sri Lanka was living the principles of sustainability. Not in theory, but in soil, stone, and water.
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