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PMF expands reach with opening of new branch in Bandarawela tomorrow
IN line with its strategic growth vision and ongoing commitment to serve members and customers across the nation, PMF PLC will open its newest branch in Bandarawela tomorrow.
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October 28, 2025
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Hayleys Plantations partners Solidaridad to strengthen global leadership in regenagri
HAYLEYS Plantations has entered into a landmark partnership with Solidaridad Network Asia and its Sri Lankan partner Nucleus Foundation to advance regenerative agriculture and carbon insetting programs across its estates.
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October 28, 2025
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Energy Minister attends Russian Energy Week 2025
SRI Lanka Energy Minister Eng. Kumara Jayakody participated in the Russian Energy Week 2025 held in Moscow from 15-17 October.
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October 28, 2025
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NSA 2025: SLIM recognises "Ambassadors of Sales" in Sri Lanka
THE National Sales Awards (NSA) 2025 organised by the Sri Lanka Insitute of Marketing (SLIM), recognises the exceptional talent and performance among the dedicated sales professionals in Sri Lanka marking its grand finale today.
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October 28, 2025
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Unequal exchange: Systematic drain of value from Global South
THE alluring facade of capital accumulation in the global ‘core’ economies conceals a cruel reality. Its sustained prosperity is predicated on the vast systematic appropriation of labour and resources from the Global South’s peripheries and semi-peripheries. In the contemporary world, this colossal appropriation of value is orchestrated primarily through the mechanism of ‘unequal exchange in international trade’.
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October 28, 2025
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CSE opens week in red
COLOMBO stock market opened the week in red yesterday, falling for the second consecutive session.
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October 28, 2025
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Amana Bank opens new Corporate Office
AMANA Bank recently opened the doors to its new Corporate Office, located at No. 353, Galle Road, Colombo 3, adjacent to its Main Branch premises.
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October 28, 2025
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Sri Lanka wins first Silver at Asian Youth Games
SRI Lanka's young athletes continued to shine brightly on the continental stage as they produced some inspiring performances at the Asian Youth Games (AYG) 2025, currently taking place in Bahrain.
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October 28, 2025
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Aitken Spence shines at Top50 Professional and Career Women Global Awards with 4 wins
AITKEN Spence PLC yesterday announced a remarkable achievement at the 15th Top50 Professional and Career Women Global Awards 2025, hosted by Women in Management (WIM).
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October 28, 2025
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St. Regis Packaging wins Presidential Environment Award
ST. Regis Packaging Ltd., has received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Environmental Sustainability at the Presidential Environment Awards 2025, held on 23 October 2025 at the BMICH, under the patronage of the President of Sri Lanka Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
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October 28, 2025
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Jaffna named among Best Cities to Visit in 2026 by Lonely Planet
THE global travel media giant Lonely Planet has announced its prestigious annual list of destinations under the “Best in Travel 2026” publication, naming Jaffna among the Best Cities to Visit in 2026.
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October 28, 2025
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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Sri Lanka 2025: Defining the South Asian voice in global fashion
Presented under banner of Sri Lanka Design Festival, powered by AOD, where intelligent luxury meets regional creativity
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October 28, 2025
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Six SLIIT academics ranked among world Top 2% Scientists by Stanford-Elsevier survey
Institute plans to enhance its research presence and facilities by next year SLIIT unveils long-term goal to become the ‘Harvard of Sri Lanka’ and to be listed as one of world's top 1,000 universities Emphasises the need for expanded foreign university collaborations and international funding to support high-level research
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October 28, 2025
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Auditor General gets letter on audited financials of Royal College SDS for 2024
Following is a letter sent by an alumnus Padmasena Dissanayake (RC 67/74) to the Auditor General on the Audited Financials of Royal College - School Development Society (SDS) for 2024. The letter has been copied to the Education Ministry Secretary as well.
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October 28, 2025
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Term of cricket selection committee ends in December
SLC in process of notifying stakeholders to nominate names for new selection panel
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October 28, 2025
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Origin Matters: How Geographical Indications Can Power New Opportunities for Sri Lanka - Insights from International Experts
As Sri Lanka explores new ways to enhance the value of its agricultural and artisanal heritage, Geographical Indications (GIs) are emerging as a promising pathway.
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October 28, 2025
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Kayaam Wellness and Cape Weligama named among Tatler Best 100 Hotels in Asia-Pacific 2025
RESPLENDENT Ceylon and Reverie, the luxury hospitality collection by Dilmah Tea, has announced that Kayaam Wellness and Cape Weligama have been named to the Tatler Best 100 Hotels in Asia-Pacific 2025, unveiled recently at the Tatler Best Awards ceremony in Bangkok.
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October 28, 2025
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St. Anthony's Solar honoured with prestigious sustainability award
ST. Anthony’s Solar has been honoured with the “Sustainable Adoption of Renewable Energy Award” at the Sri Lankan Sustainability Awards 2025.
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October 28, 2025
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Indian nabbed at BIA with heroin worth Rs. 85 m
SRI Lanka Customs officers have arrested a 39-year-old Indian national attempting to smuggle 2.8 kilograms of heroin into the country, with the narcotics valued at approximately Rs. 84.96 million.
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October 28, 2025
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Standard Chartered appoints Kumudu Munasinghe as Head of Corporate Affairs, Brand and Marketing
STANDARD Chartered Sri Lanka has appointed Kumudu Munasinghe as Head of Corporate Affairs, Brand and Marketing, effective 15 October.
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October 28, 2025
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Dr. Gishan Illangakoon appointed to SMB Finance Board
TOP professional Dr. Gishan Illangakoon has been appointed to the Board of SMB Finance PLC as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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October 28, 2025
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CBSL appoints new Deputy Governors
THE Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday announced the appointment of Dr. C. Amarasekara and K.G.P. Sirikumara as Deputy Governors.
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October 28, 2025
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Pan Asia Bank marks 30 years with outstanding 9-month performance
PAN Asia Banking Corporation PLC said yesterday it has reported a stellar financial performance for the nine months ended 30th September 2025, reaffirming its resilience and strategic agility amid a gradually recovering yet challenging macroeconomic environment.
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October 28, 2025
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Secondary Bond market yields open steady
Rupee depreciates marginally
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October 28, 2025
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Agstar appoints Sajeewa Ranasinghe as CEO
AGSTAR PLC has appointed Sajeewa Ranasinghe as its Chief Executive Officer with effect from 15 October.
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October 28, 2025
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SACEP opens new regional headquarters in Colombo
Sri Lanka leads regional call for greener future Paving way for sustainable South Asia
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October 28, 2025
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Union Bank collaborates with Mastercard to enhance digital payments
UNION Bank continues to strengthen its commitment to innovation and customer convenience through strategic collaborations.
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October 28, 2025
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Christell Luxury Wellness crowned Asia-Pacific's Wellness Clinic of the Year at global summit in Singapore
CHRISTELL Luxury Wellness has made history as the first Sri Lankan aesthetics centre to win the Wellness Clinic of the Year award from the entire Asia Pacific region at the prestigious GlobalHealth Aesthetics and Wellness Summit, Conference and Awards 2025.
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October 28, 2025
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Foreign job departures down 5% 1H 2025
THE number of Sri Lankans leaving for overseas employment dropped by 5% in the first six months of 2025 to 143,037 workers, as improving economic conditions and rising domestic wages reduced outward labour migration, according to Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) data.
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October 27, 2025
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UK-based Capital Metals issues new shares as Lankan mineral sands project advances
UK-LISTED Capital Metals PLC recently issued 638,029 ordinary shares to its financial adviser Hannam & Partners as payment for commission and advisory services related to its operations, notably in Sri Lanka.
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