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Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
BROOKLYN BECKHAM AND THE BECKHAM FAMILY FEUD
It began, as these things often do, with a wedding dress. When Brooklyn Beckham, eldest son of David and Victoria, married American heiress and actress Nicola Peltz in Palm Beach in April 2022, the ceremony was meant to be a glittering fusion of dynasties.
4 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Ceylon Chamber urges investor-friendly reforms in draft PPP Bill
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) yesterday urged the government to strengthen the draft Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Bill to make it more investorfriendly, while welcoming the government's effort to establish a framework for private sector participation in infrastructure and services.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
WOMEN DEMAND FAMILY LAW REFORMS
From silence to strength....
9 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
TIDE TURNS AGAINST NETANYAHU AT HOME AND ABROAD
Israel, a small but very plucky country backed by the superpower United States and Western nations, has had its way since it was established in 1948. But now, it finds itself in a spot, cornered by the turning of the political tide at home and abroad.
5 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Gammanpila files bribery complaint against President, NPP MPs
Former Minister Udaya Gammanpila and the Pivithuru Hela Urumaya yesterday lodged a complaint with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption, calling for legal action against the President and all National People's Power (NPP) parliamentarians over alleged misuse of public funds.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Week begins with gains
The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Carson Cumberbatch, Melstacorp and John Keells Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.2 Bn. A similar behaviour was witnessed in the S&P SL20. High net worth and institutional investor participation was noted in Commercial Bank, Renuka Foods and Prime Lands Residencies. Mixed interest was observed in LB Finance, Associated Motor Finance Company and Watawala Plantations whilst retail interest was noted in Kotagala Plantations, SMB Leasing and LVL Energy Fund. Foreign participation in the market activity remained at subdued levels with foreigners closing as net sellers.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
'Purple Service' by Healthguard redefining SL's pharmacy experience
At first glance, a pharmacy visit might seem routine: a quick stop to pick up a prescription, a box of vitamins, or some advice on managing a nagging cough.
3 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Two women deceive priest, wed in Church in Sri Lanka; Cardinal Ranjith raises alarm
One of these women had used male hormone tablets to change her appearance. The priest was deceived because she even had facial hair Criticises Sri Lankan government's recent steps to promote LGBTQ+ tourism
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Central Bank releases Sri Lanka Socio-Economic Data – 2025 publication
Sri Lanka Socio-Economic Data - 2025, the annually published data folder of the Central Bank, is now available for public information.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
FALLING TREES IN COLOMBO: A HIDDEN DANGER AMID NATURE'S GIFT
Trees are one of nature's greatest gifts. They provide shade, clean the air, and help keep the environment balanced. Yet, in busy cities like Colombo, trees can sometimes become a danger.
2 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
New Sri Lanka-China 'Trusted Trader' programme aims to certify 200 local firms by mid-2026
The Sri Lanka China Business Cooperation Council (SLCBCC) has launched a new'Trusted Trader' certification, projecting that 150 to 200 Sri Lankan companies will be certified by mid-2026.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Explosive Nadeel (101) rescues Ananda Sastralaya
Opener Nadeel Perera came to the rescue of Ananda Sastralaya Kotte against Loyola College Kochchikade on day one of their Under 19 interschool two day cricket encounter played at Kotte.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Carmart unveils 'Leapmotor C10' to combat EV range anxiety
One of the greatest concerns consumers have about choosing an electric vehicle is range anxiety from running out of charge, especially in a deserted area.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
England's Red Roses create new revolution in women's rugby
The immediate hours and days following England's Women's Rugby World Cup triumph have been choreographed closely.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
ST SERVATIUS DOWN PETERITES IN SHOCK WIN BEFORE RAIN
Half tons by Sri Lanka youth player Viran Chamuditha and Heshan Madusanka paved the way for St Servatius' College Matara to record a comfortable 45 runs on the DLS method against St Peter's College in the Under 19 inter-school limited overs tournament encounter at the Uyanwatta Stadium in Matara yesterday.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Hemas Consumer Brands shines at SLIM Digis 2.5
Hemas Consumer Brands (HCB) reaffirmed its leadership in Sri Lanka's Personal Care and FMCG sectors by emerging as one of the most awarded organisations at the recentlyconcluded SLIM Digis 2.5 Awards.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Mephedrone detected in Sri Lanka for the first time
THE GOVERNMENT ANALYST'S REPORT REVEALS THAT MEPHEDRONE IS MORE DANGEROUS THAN OTHER NARCOTIC DRUGS SUCH AS 'ICE'.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Investment climate: U.S. flags urgent reforms for growth
Frequent regulatory shifts and project reversals deter large investors Board of Investment fails to act as a true “one-stop shop”; fragmented approvals The implementation of the 2024 Economic Transformation Act and the restructuring of the BOI have stalled Privatization halted; government promotes state-owned collectivism, unsettling investors Unnecessary regulations, opaque procurement, and poor bureaucratic responsiveness Institutional corruption and non-transparent tenders persist despite the anti-corruption law IMF and business chambers urge trade facilitation, digitization, and stronger governance mechanisms Sri Lanka's projected economic growth for this year is only 3.5 per cent FDI remains constrained, with most transactions in the modest $3 to $5Mn range
4 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
CSE Masterminds Quiz offers over Rs. 3.5 mn in prizes for 7th Edition
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) announced the seventh edition of the CSE Masterminds Quiz on 17th October from 3.00 p.m. onwards at the Shangri-La Colombo.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Restructuring alone not enough to sustain SL's debt gains: IMF
► POINTS OUT COUNTRY FACES A COMPLEX POST-RESTRUCTURING DEBT PORTFOLIO THAT REQUIRES STRONGER PUBLIC DEBT MANAGEMENT AND CONTINUED FISCAL DISCIPLINE ► ASSERTS THERE IS NO ROOM FOR SLIPPAGE ON FISCAL FRONT
2 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
NEW SEXUAL HEALTH CLINIC NOT LGBTQ-ONLY: OFFICIALS CLARIFY
Serious concerns have been raised following the circulation of a post claiming the launch of an \"LGBTQIA+ Sexual Wellbeing Clinic\" at the National Hospital in Kandy.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
SVAT reversal threatens export competitiveness, SLFFA warns
The Sri Lanka Logistics and Freight Forwarders Association (SLFFA) has joined the calls for urgent government action after the removal of the Simplified Value Added Tax (SVAT) scheme, warning the move could squeeze cash flows and undermine the country's export sector.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Malaysian duo wins squash titles in Sri Lanka
Malaysia celebrated a double triumph at the Reliance PSA Challenger Championship 2025 as Duncan Lee and Zoe Foo emerged champions in the men's and women's categories respectively, following an intense week of squash at the Air Force Squash Complex, Ratmalana.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
SLEIS 2025 to explore the new age of diversified exports
The Sri Lanka Economic & Investment Summit 2025, themed \"Gateway to Growth: Asia's Emerging Opportunity\", is to be held on December2–3 at the Shangri-La Colombo.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Muslim Media Forum elects New Executive Committee and marks 30th anniversary
The Sri Lanka Muslim Media Forum (SLMMF) held its Annual General Meeting and 30th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday at the Colombo Post Office Auditorium.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
FOUR ASGS TO TAKE SILK
The position of the PC is a professional rank or a status conferred by the President of the country under Article 33(cc) of the Constitution
2 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Child pregnancy on the rise in Anuradhapura
The Addl. District Secretary pointed out that the teachers still used social media networks and the internet for school academic activities, and that it resulted in children falling prey to this danger.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
CEAT Kelani scores double win at World HRD Congress Sri Lanka awards
CEAT Kelani Holdings has been recognised as Sri Lanka's Employer Brand of the Year 2025, while its Vice President - Human Resources, Thushara Hettithantrige, was honoured as a 'Topmost HR Leader of Sri Lanka' at the 2025 World HRD Congress Sri Lanka awards presentation held in Colombo recently. The evaluation process for the Sri Lanka awards was based on criteria that encompassed brand strategy, employee value proposition, recruitment and retention, diversity and inclusion, employer reputation, innovation, creativity and outcomes.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka opens Al gates with free Google Gemini for students
Sri Lankan students will soon gain free access to Google's Gemini Advanced research tools and a suite of digital resources, following months of collaboration between the government and tech giant, the Digital Economy Ministry announced yesterday.
1 min |
September 30, 2025
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Why Sri Lanka Should Care About Lightweight AI
While global tech giants battle over who can build the largest Al system, Sri Lanka has an opportunity to take a different path.
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