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CoPF clears CIABOC’s 2026 Budget amid debate over sharp salary hike
Approves to double salary allocations from Rs. 354 m to Rs. 777 m Expansion plan increases staff from 489 to 967, establishes regional offices countrywide CoPF Chair MP Dr. Harsha de Silva urges phased funding tied to recruitment milestones to avoid inefficiencies CIABOC Director-General Ranga Dissanayake defends full allocation, citing legal mandate and December 2026 deadline CoPF calls for stronger oversight, financial autonomy for CIABOC and judicially benchmarked salaries
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September 15, 2025
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Immigration Department sees revenue surge amid passport service expansion
Deputy Controller General Mahesh Karunadasa attributes growth to Department's efficiency in issuing passports Issues around 1,500-2,000 one-day passports and 1,000 normal service passports daily
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September 15, 2025
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'BOC Awards' recognises academic excellence
BANK of Ceylon (BOC) has been celebrating the finest academic achievers in Sri Lanka's State universities through its signature initiative, the 'BOC Awards' since 2020.
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September 15, 2025
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Sri Lanka joins Commonwealth countries in backing new strategic plan for shared prosperity
COMMONWEALTH High Commissioners, including representatives from Sri Lanka, have approved a five-year strategic plan for the Commonwealth Secretariat to deliver focused support for the 2.7 billion people it serves.
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September 15, 2025
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Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath concludes visit to Geneva
FOREIGN Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath concluded his visit to Geneva, where he addressed the 60th Session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) on 8 September, delivering the Government statement during the Interactive Dialogue on Sri Lanka.
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September 15, 2025
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Alliance Finance launches first-ever Social Bond on Colombo Stock Exchange
ALLIANCE Finance Company PLC (AFC), last week celebrated a landmark moment with the issuance of its Social Bond on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE).
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September 15, 2025
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CSE clears Rs. 1.5 b LCB Finance debt issue
THE Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has approved Lanka Credit and Business Finance PLC's (LCB Finance) Rs. 1.5 billion debenture issue.
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September 15, 2025
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Cambridge MD Rod Smith in town
CAMBRIDGE International Education Group Managing Director Rod Smith, is in Sri Lanka from 15-17 September.
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September 15, 2025
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CDB celebrates remarkable journey of 30 years
REFLECTING on a remarkable three-decade journey of pioneering steps, benchmark achievements, and trailblazing initiatives in Sri Lanka's Non-Banking Finance Industry (NBFI), Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) marked its 30th anniversary with a series of meaningful celebrations.
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September 15, 2025
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10 Sri Lankan Commonwealth Scholars embark on fully funded academic journey to UK
TEN outstanding Sri Lankan students have been awarded Commonwealth Scholarships to pursue their postgraduate studies in UK this year, joining a distinguished global network of future leaders dedicated to driving positive national and global impact.
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September 15, 2025
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Califolink Logistics expands operations by teaming up with CWIT
CALIFOLINK Logistics, a subsidiary of the Ceyline Group, has commenced Inter Terminal Trucking (ITT) operations at the Colombo West International Terminal (CWIT), of the Colombo Port, further reinforcing its leadership position as a leading transport solutions provider in Sri Lanka.
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September 15, 2025
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AIA Sri Lanka Wealth Planners at prestigious President Club Convention in China and Mongolia
AIA Sri Lanka Wealth Planners recently earned the privilege to participate in the 2025 AIA President Club Convention, held in China and Mongolia.
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September 15, 2025
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Third round of Sri Lanka-Philippines political consultations concludes in Colombo
THE third round of political consultations between Sri Lanka and the Republic of the Philippines was successfully concluded in Colombo on 12 September.
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September 15, 2025
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Gyanendra Prasad Dhungana joins Union Bank Board
UNION Bank of Colombo PLC has appointed Gyanendra Prasad Dhungana to its Board as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director.
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September 15, 2025
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Relentless Sri Lanka not taking any chances, even against Hong Kong China
& Solves Sri Lanka's longstanding batting problem
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September 15, 2025
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Govt. to step back from running businesses, focus on facilitation
Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Minister Sunil Handunneththi outlines plans to liquidate 33 non-functional SOEs Says many SOEs originally set up to provide public services or promote strategic economic activities are defunct institutions and no longer relevant Notes move is part of Govt.s broader reform agenda to rationalise State ownership, improve efficiency and allow private sector-led growth
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September 15, 2025
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Repeal of Presidents' Entitlements Act: Reform or retrospective punishment?
IN recent months, the repeal of Sri Lanka's Presidents' Entitlements Act has sparked intense debate across political and social circles. At first glance, the move seems a demonstration of fiscal prudence—a government taking decisive steps to curb what many perceive as excessive privileges.
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September 15, 2025
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Artslab Creatives' groundbreaking 'Forward & Fearless' Al campaign recognised at SLIM DIGIS 2.5
ARTSLAB Creatives, won two prestigious awards at SLIM DIGIS 2.5, Sri Lanka’s premier platform for digital marketing innovation and excellence, for the Fems Sri Lanka “Forward & Fearless” campaign.
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September 15, 2025
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Turkish Airlines wins APEX World Class award for fifth time
TURKISH Airlines, the flag carrier of Turkiye, has been awarded with “World Class” award by APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) for the fifth consecutive year.
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September 15, 2025
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JKLL and ISMM sign MoU to strengthen Sri Lanka's supply chain sector
JOHN Keells Logistics Ltd., (JKLL) the logistics arm of John Keells Holdings PLC, has partnered with the Institute of Supply and Materials Management (ISMM), as one of their new institutional members, as well as signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), in order to reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to advancing supply chain excellence across Sri Lanka.
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September 15, 2025
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SAFF U-17 SOCCER TOURNAMENT Sri Lanka lock horns with Nepal in curtain raiser
TEAM Sri Lanka will lock horns with Nepal in the curtain raiser of the SAFF U-17 Soccer Tournament, which will be played from today till 27 September at the picturesque Racecourse Stadium.
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September 15, 2025
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Brantel ups Resus Energy stake
BRANTEL Lanka Ltd. has increased its stake in Resus Energy PLC to 10% after purchasing over 5 million shares ranging between Rs. 42 and Rs. 42.10 a share for an estimated Rs. 214 million.
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September 15, 2025
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CBL Foods, Roar AdX and Ogilvy unveil Meta advertising impact through brand lift study
CBL Foods in partnership with Roar AdX and Ogilvy Digital, recently presented the findings of a brand lift study conducted on the launch campaign for Roccoa, its newest product innovation.
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September 15, 2025
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SriLankan Airlines and Axis Bank India forge strategic partnership
SRILANKAN Airlines has partnered with Axis Bank to offer exclusive airfare deals and other benefits to the bank’s 15 million-strong customer base.
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September 15, 2025
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Building aspiration for the modern consumer: Case for home-grown brands
THE world’s largest consumer packaged goods companies have hit an inflection point.
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September 15, 2025
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BAN celebrates 7 years of creativity with 7 wins at Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025
BAN, is celebrating its seventh anniversary with an extraordinary win at the Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025, reaffirming its creative leadership and disruptive approach to brand integration.
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September 15, 2025
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SLEIS 2025 session to focus on marketing Sri Lanka as tourist destination
THE Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025, themed “Gateway to Growth: Asia’s Emerging Opportunity”, will be held on 2 and 3 December at the Shangri-La, Colombo.
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September 15, 2025
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Discontinuation of SVAT system: What businesses need to know
THE Simplified VAT (SVAT) system is set to be discontinued effective 1 October. This decision will significantly impact many businesses, particularly exporters who rely on this system for upfront VAT refunds.
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September 15, 2025
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Foreigners continue to buy into Rupee treasuries; Value hits fresh high
THE recovery story in the foreign holdings of Rupee Treasuries continued last week, supported by robust demand.
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September 15, 2025
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New DG/CEO of Civil Aviation Authority to further strengthen public-private partnerships
THE newly appointed Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) Director General and CEO Captain Daminda Rambukwella is expected to further strengthen public-private partnerships in civil aviation, expand domestic aviation in Sri Lanka, and promote leisure and recreational aviation activities.
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