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President calls for transformative education reform to drive national progress
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday delivered a passionate call for sweeping educational reform during a defining speech in Parliament, stating that the proposed changes go beyond a curriculum revision and aim to transform the country’s economy and society by investing in its most valuable asset—human capital.
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July 25, 2025
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Hrithik Roshan to grace City of Dreams grand opening on 2 August
INDIAN film star Hrithik Roshan is set to visit Sri Lanka next month to attend the grand inauguration of City of Dreams Sri Lanka, which will officially open its doors on 2 August.
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July 25, 2025
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Import and Export Control Department earns Rs. 3.7 b in 2024
Registers 13% YoY growth driven by issuance of import and export control licences
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July 25, 2025
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Supreme Court orders $ 1 b compensation for X-Press Pearl disaster
Orders funds be directed to Treasury Secretary as part of environmental damage recovery
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July 25, 2025
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Trump tariff: Jolt to Sri Lanka's dependence voracity and innate complacency
THE 'Trump tariff' is a stark reminder to Sri Lanka of the dangers which lurk when it is overdependent, and over reliant, on the political and economic strategies, and at times the perceived benevolence, of its key trading partners such as India and China and export markets such as the United States of America (USA) and the European Union (EU).
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July 25, 2025
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Capital market content to be integrated into proposed financial literacy curriculum
A seminar on 'Financial Literacy' was held on 18 July at the Education Ministry, providing a platform for stakeholders involved in ongoing education sector reforms to contribute to the integration of financial literacy into the school curriculum.
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July 25, 2025
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Ceylonika Cosmetics officially launches in Sri Lanka
CEYLONIKA Cosmetics Ltd., a visionary new player in Sri Lanka’s beauty industry, officially inaugurated its operations as a social selling beauty brand at a grand launch event held at the Hilton Colombo.
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July 25, 2025
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CDB concludes phase I of Climate Transition Plan
Climate Transition Plan benefits from IFC's technical assistance
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July 25, 2025
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EU standards key to boosting exports and investments in Sri Lanka: Envoy
EU Deputy Ambassador Lars Bredal says stable, ethical and transparent environments essential for European investors seeking credible trade partners
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July 25, 2025
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Sriyani Dress Point hosts Annual Staff Awards 2025
■ A grand celebration of excellence and dedication
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July 25, 2025
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OPA seminar reveals immense potential of health tourism for Sri Lankan economy
HEALTH tourism has great potential to be a major, contributor to the Sri Lankan economy.
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July 25, 2025
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Sunshine Holdings celebrates employee excellence at SUN Awards 2025
DIVERSIFIED conglomerate Sunshine Holdings PLC (CSE: SUN) honoured the outstanding achievements of its employees at the annual SUN Awards 2025, held under the theme 'Roar of Glory'.
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July 25, 2025
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Sampath Bank launches Private Banking units at six premier branches across Sri Lanka on single day
SAMPATH Bank PLC marked a significant milestone in its exclusive banking journey with the unveiling of Private Banking units at six key branch locations: Kandy, Kurunegala, Narahenpita, Negombo, Panadura and Wellawatte on 25 July.
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July 25, 2025
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RDB Bank - From grassroots to greatness: 40 years of empowering Sri Lanka’s heartland
THE inspiring journey of the RDB Bank began in 1985, born under the Regional Rural Development Banks Act (RRDB) Act, No. 15 of 1985. With a mission to bridge the financial gap in rural Sri Lanka, district-level banks were established to cater to grassroots communities, planting the seeds of inclusive development.
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July 25, 2025
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Land prices surge up to 20% as real estate market responds to lower rates and economic stability
SRI Lanka’s real estate sector is demonstrating robust signs of recovery and renewed investor confidence in 2025, buoyed by a stabilising economy and favourable market conditions.
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July 25, 2025
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Is global free trading paradoxical?
HISTORY tells us that the 2008 GFC was effectively managed with the coordinated effort and participation of nations and states. Would this be the current state of reviving world economy in the event of future GFCs, in particular the most vulnerable economies? The departure from collective support and drift towards national-centric mindset and geopolitics is becoming a major barrier in the future for global participation.
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July 25, 2025
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Overseas Realty records Rs. 4.7 b Profit Before Tax in 1H
OVERSEAS Realty (Ceylon) PLC said yesterday it has recorded a Group Revenue of Rs. 5,258 million and a Group Profit Before Tax of Rs. 4,676 million for the 6 months ending 30 June.
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July 25, 2025
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Multi-brand fashion destination UrbanTrendz makes bold comeback
AFTER a quiet period shaped by the pandemic, import restrictions, and Sri Lanka's economic downturn, UrbanTrendz is making a bold comeback.
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July 25, 2025
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APB leads dialogue on technology and cyber risk supervision shaping resilient digital future
THE accelerating pace of digital transformation has brought the financial services industry to a defining juncture, where the growing threat of cyber risk increasingly shadows the opportunities of technological advancement.
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July 25, 2025
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Link Natural continues to champion sustainability for greener Sri Lanka
LINK Natural Products, a subsidiary of CIC Holdings and a trusted name in Ayurvedic pharmaceutical, herbal healthcare, and herbal personal care products has continuously reaffirmed its deep commitment to the environment and to communities across the island through a multitude of sustainable initiatives over the years. These initiatives reflect the company’s belief that true sustainability stems from the empowerment of local farmers and preservation of the invaluable knowledge of indigenous medicinal plants, passed down through generations.
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July 25, 2025
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Colombo stock market gathers further momentum
THE Colombo stock market yesterday sustained its new found optimism amidst positive investor sentiments.
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July 25, 2025
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Breaking barriers through dialogue: Glimpse into interfaith mosque tour at Kollupitiya Jumma Mosque
ON Monday evening, 14 July, the Kollupitiya Jumma Mosque opened its doors for something truly special—a mosque tour designed just for media professionals. Organised by the Centre for Islamic Studies Harmony Center, along with the Muslim Women’s Research and Action Forum and supported by Diakonia, the event was all about connection and understanding.
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July 25, 2025
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B. Saroja Devi: Sweet voiced Kannada parrot was goddess of expression
TAMIL cinema fans like this writer who grew up on a diet of Tamil movies were deeply saddened when veteran South Indian actress B. Saroja Devi passed away some days ago on 14 July 2025. The octogenarian Saroja Devi after performing her daily 30-minute pooja in the mornings was seated on a sofa watching TV when she collapsed suddenly with a groan. The unconscious Saroja Devi was taken by ambulance to hospital where she was pronounced dead upon arrival. She was 87 years old.
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July 25, 2025
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Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General gets UL Aviation Insurance Policies, Aviation Insurance Services
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved awarding the contract for Aviation Insurance Policies and Aviation Insurance Services of SriLankan Airlines Ltd., for Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd.
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July 25, 2025
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Why risk management in equity clearing and settlement is critical for market stability
IN today's dynamic world of equity markets, every trade represents an agreement between two parties to exchange of cash and securities on a future date.
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July 25, 2025
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Fitch rates Commercial Bank's Basel III subordinated green bond final 'A'
FITCH Ratings has assigned Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC’s (COMB; AA-(lka)/Stable) proposed Sri Lankan rupee-denominated Basel III-compliant subordinated green bonds of up to Rs. 15 billion a final National Long-Term Rating of ‘A(lka)’.
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July 25, 2025
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Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 opens registrations
THE Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has announced that registrations are now open for the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 (SLEIS), taking place on 2 and 3 December at the Shangri-La Colombo.
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July 25, 2025
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Applications open for NCP Awards 2025
Initiative to recognise sustainable industrial excellence
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July 25, 2025
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Biman Bangladesh Airlines gets UL's three-year Dhaka ground handling contract
DHAKA-BASED Biman Bangladesh Airlines Ltd., has won the contract to provide ground handling services (passenger, ground handling and cargo handling) to the national carrier—SriLankan Airlines in Dhaka International Airport for three years.
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July 25, 2025
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Nuwa arrives in Sri Lanka: New benchmark in ultra-luxury hospitality
An exclusive world of privileges
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