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CIPM Sri Lanka and Mercer launch The Great HR Awards 2025
Initiative aimed at raising the bar in HR excellence with multiple levels of recognition
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August 19, 2025
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SLANZBC hosts 30th AGM followed by panel discussion on “Accelerating Sri Lanka's Digital Economy”
THE 30th Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka-Australia-New Zealand Business Council (SLANZBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce was held on 7 July, with High Commissioner of Australia to Sri Lanka Paul Stephens and High Commissioner of New Zealand to Sri Lanka and Maldives David Pine in attendance as Chief Guests.
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August 19, 2025
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David Pieris Motor Company heads into final of MCA “C” Division 50 Over League
DAVID Pieris Motor Company “A” advanced to the final of the MCA “C” Division 50 Over League / White ball Tournament 2025, with a comfortable 08 wickets win over Commercial Bank “A” in the 1st Semi Final played on 16 August at DHH Grounds, Negombo.
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August 19, 2025
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Can Sri Lanka be “China Plus One” country for Japanese investors?
OUR proposal on 5 August 2025, at the Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka-Japan Business Council, to create an exclusive Export Processing Zone for Japan —will it be a reality?
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August 19, 2025
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BOC Premier Branch concept
Bank of Ceylon, the no. 1 bank in Sri Lanka, is modernising to meet market demands and address evolving customer needs. Its latest initiative, the BOC Premier Branch concept, design to serve the high-net-worth clientele.
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August 19, 2025
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Dialog introduces unlimited speed-based fibre plans for seamless internet access
DIALOG Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s No. 1 connectivity provider, introduces truly unlimited, speed-based broadband packages with no Fair Usage Policy (FUP) restrictions, underscoring its commitment to delivering seamless digital experiences and empowering customers with unrestricted internet access through its advanced Dialog Fibre network.
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August 19, 2025
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Sri Lanka sweep titles at South Asia Regional Badminton Championships 2025
SRI Lanka shuttlers delivered a commanding performance at the South Asia Regional Badminton Championships 2025 in Bhutan, winning all three age categories — Under-15, Under-17, and Under-23 — to emerge as the undisputed champions of the tournament.
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August 19, 2025
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Executives: Is your life a joyful journey?
IS life a joyful journey? Its a question all of us should ask. And, if life is not a joyful journey, then we should question why that is so? Our short stay in this world should be nothing but a joyful journey. Often, we tend to make our lives too complex.
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August 19, 2025
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Skills Expo 2025: Powering Sri Lanka’s future workforce in tourism
THE Tourism Industry Skills Council (TISC) is once again stepping up to the plate, announcing the much-anticipated Skills Expo 2025, a national conference and exhibition designed to bridge Sri Lanka’s skills gap and tackle youth unemployment head-on.
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August 19, 2025
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Rhino launches 'Rhino Premier': Game-changer in roofing innovation
RHINO Roofing, Sri Lanka's most trusted name in roofing and ceiling sheets, unveiled its latest innovation, 'Rhino Premier Roofing Sheets', at a grand launch ceremony that took place on 15 August, at the Cumulus Ballroom, Cinnamon Life, Colombo.
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August 19, 2025
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“Demand doesn’t always fall when tariffs are introduced; sometimes, it rises. Tariffs will come and go, but with the right reforms, Sri Lanka can become the region’s jewellery hub,” Cassim added.
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August 19, 2025
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HNB Assurance Group 1H 2025 GWP increases 30%
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) and its subsidiary HNB General Insurance Ltd. (HNBGI) reported a combined Gross Written Premium (GWP) of Rs. 14.3 billion for the first half of 2025, up 30% from a year ago.
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August 19, 2025
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WFP Representative and Country Director presents credentials to Foreign Minister
NEWLY-APPOINTED Representative and Country Director of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Sri Lanka Philip Ward has formally presented his letter of credentials to Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath at the Ministry premises.
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August 19, 2025
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North, East hartal ends after Govt. gives assurance to investigate military death, remove Army camps
ILANKAI Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) MP Shanakiyan Rasamanickam yesterday said the hartal in the North and East was called off by noon the same day after Government assurances to investigate the death of a 32-year-old in Mullaitivu caused by the military.
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August 19, 2025
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Sri Lanka moves to expand labour migration opportunities, woo Singaporean investment
Labour Minister and Economic Development Deputy Minister Prof. Anil Jayantha Fernando holds high-level meetings with Singaporean State Ministers Meets State Minister of Manpower Dinesh Vasu Dash and State Minister of Trade and Industry, and National Development Alvin Tan Discussions focus on worker protection, skills recognition, training, and new job avenues in hospitality, healthcare, and manufacturing Minister Dash affirms Singapore's interest in engaging with SL to attract skilled workers CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe briefs on financial stability, green financing, and recovery framework
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August 19, 2025
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HNB official banking partner for Sri Lanka Coffee Festival 2025
HNB PLC has announced its continued support of the island’s growing coffee industry as the official banking partner of the Sri Lanka Coffee Festival 2025, held at the Kandy City Centre (KCC).
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August 19, 2025
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Exide drives champions to victory at Walawa Supercross 2025
EXIDE, the leader in automotive batteries in Sri Lanka, was yet again one of the proud sponsors of the renowned Walawa Supercross 2025 for the fifth consecutive year.
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August 19, 2025
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Govt. hopes for Provincial Council Elections in 2026: Bimal
LEADER of the House Minister Bimal Rathnayake yesterday said the Government hopes to conduct the Provincial Council Elections in the first six months of next year.
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August 19, 2025
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Open letter to Deputy Minister of Education Dr. Madhura Senevirathna
Following is an open letter to the Deputy Minister of Education, appealing for equal opportunities for rural children to pursue education in the English Medium
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August 19, 2025
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Japan's revolutionary “W.O.W" technology to debut in Sri Lanka
Japanese innovation with 40 patents targets global health and wellness markets Sri Lanka becomes first international launchpad for W.O.W technology
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August 19, 2025
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Teejay Lanka beats LOLC to book spot in MCA “C” Division Final
TEEJAY Lanka advanced to the Final of the MCA “C” division 50 over league/ white ball Tournament 2025, beating LOLC Holdings by 05 wickets in a rain affected 02nd Semi Final, which was cur-
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August 19, 2025
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United Southern SC turn tables on Ace Capital CC
SLC UNDER-23 INTER-CLUB 2-DAY TOURNAMENT
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August 19, 2025
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CSE begins new week on positive note
THE Colombo stock market yesterday began a fresh week on a positive note, with improved investor activity.
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August 19, 2025
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Vidullanka commissions 2 MW solar project in Horana
VIDULLANKA PLC yesterday said it commissioned a 2 MW solar plant, constructed by its subsidiary, Vidul Solar Power Ltd.
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August 19, 2025
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OrphanCare unveils inaugural Impact Report
Delivers transformative support for over 3,200 orphans across Sri Lanka
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August 19, 2025
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Secondary market activity increases
@ Money market liquidity surges to Rs. 135 b @ Rupee depreciates
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August 19, 2025
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Confusion deepens over Sri Lanka Rugby’s alleged ‘illegal’ AGM today
WITH the closing of nominations for the Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) elections and Annual General Meeting (AGM) today, widespread concerns have emerged among the rugby fraternity.
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August 19, 2025
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SLT Group records impressive 1H turnaround with Rs. 4.3 b PAT
SLT Group has reported that Profit After Tax (PAT) for the first half of 2025 reached Rs. 4.3 billion, a significant gain from the Rs. 323 million loss a year earlier.
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August 18, 2025
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CT CLSA rebrands as CT Smith
Says strategic rebrand resonates with deep local roots and growing global outlook; partnership with global investment group CLSA to continue
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August 18, 2025
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Sri Lanka tourism crosses 1.5 m arrivals
SRI Lanka's tourism sector continues to demonstrate strong momentum, registering over 100,000 arrivals in the first half of August and surpassing 1.5 million visitors so far in 2025, a milestone reached two months earlier than last year.
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