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Govt. urges Constitutional Council to act on Auditor General appointment
Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa says Constitutional Council to either approve one of the nominees or clearly explain why proposed names were being rejected Asserts Constitutional Council has an ‘unavoidable duty’ to facilitate decisions that move the country forward Warns of institutional breakdown
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December 24, 2025
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People's Bank holds 47th Annual Christmas Carols
THE Christian Guild of People’s Bank recently held its 47th Annual Christmas Carols at the People’s Tower, Colombo 02.
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December 24, 2025
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BOC leads historical breakthrough in Sri Lanka's financial markets
BANK of Ceylon's inaugural Basel III-compliant Tier II Listed Sustainability Bond issue, the largest sustainability bond issuance ever undertaken in Sri Lanka, was oversubscribed and closed on the opening day, 22 December.
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December 24, 2025
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GRI's 'ULTIMATE GREEN XT' earns another major sustainability award at Automechanika Dubai
GRI Tires has announced that its innovative ULTIMATE GREEN XT tire has been recognised at the Automechanika Dubai Awards, held recently in Dubai, where it was named Winner ~ Sustainable Product of the Year and also received the Highly Commended recognition ~ Innovative Product of the Year.
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December 24, 2025
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ACL FireGuard sets purple standard as national certification catches up
■Two decades ahead of curve, ACL FireGuard aligns with new national fire safety standards
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December 24, 2025
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HNB joins Hayleys Fentons to boost EV adoption through flexible leasing solutions
HNB PLC, has joined Hayleys Fentons to power Sri Lanka's EV transition with attractive and accessible financial solutions.
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December 24, 2025
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ICC announces multi-year global partnership with Hyundai
@ Hyundai previously partnered with the ICC between 2011 and 2015 and now returns as Premier Partner
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December 24, 2025
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Tiesh unveils 'Prism Collection'
Radiant celebration of colour, craftsmanship and contemporary design
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December 24, 2025
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CSE ends mixed on moderate activity
THE Colombo stock market recovered from an early decline to close flat yesterday with both indices ending in opposite directions.
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December 24, 2025
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Cape Weligama recognised in 2026 Condé Nast Traveller Gold List
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December 24, 2025
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Keells and Enfection win Meta Reels Impact award for AI-driven innovation
KEELLS Supermarkets and Enfection have clinched the top prize for 'Best of Innovation and Generative AI in Reels, at the Meta Reels Impact Awards for the South East Asia region.
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December 24, 2025
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Cabinet clears resumption of eight stalled hospital projects at revised cost of Rs. 16.2 b
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the resumption of eight major health infrastructure projects that were previously suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent economic crisis, accepting revised cost estimates and extended completion timelines that will raise the total State expenditure to Rs. 16.2 billion.
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December 24, 2025
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Sri Lanka yet to fully gauge economic fallout of Cyclone Ditwah: Cabinet Spokesman
CABINET Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa yesterday said Sri Lanka has not yet fully assessed the overall economic impact of Cyclone Ditwah, stressing that the damage estimates released so far are based only on an initial assessment and that a comprehensive evaluation would take at least another four weeks.
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December 24, 2025
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Kylian Mbappe equals Ronaldo record in Real Madrid win over Sevilla
KYLIAN Mbappe has equalled Cristiano Ronaldo’s club record of 59 goals in a calendar year for Real Madrid with a late penalty in his side’s 2-0 home win over Sevilla in La Liga, with the French forward celebrating his 27th birthday in style.
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December 24, 2025
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Adam Smith goes digital
SRI Lanka's path to economic recovery isa delicate balancing act.
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December 24, 2025
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Cummins and Lyon out of rest of Ashes
AUSTRALIA Captain Pat Cummins and spinner Nathan Lyon will miss the rest of the Ashes series, starting with the Boxing Day Test against England in Melbourne.
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December 24, 2025
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Sri Lanka welcomes India's continued support
FOREIGN Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath yesterday expressed Sri Lanka’s deep appreciation to India for its swift and comprehensive assistance following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah.
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December 24, 2025
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Sahamitr Metal Pressure Containers gets contract to supply LPG cylinders for Litro Gas Lanka
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved awarding a major procurement contract for the LPG cylinders of various sizes for the period 2025-2027 to M/s. Sahamitr Metal Pressure Containers Public Co. Ltd.
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December 24, 2025
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Sri Lanka's real estate excellence shines at 2025 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards
SRI Lanka's real estate sector took centre stage at the 2025 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, with the International Luncheon at The Athene Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok, recognising the island’s most outstanding developments and design achievements.
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December 24, 2025
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The choice of Chief Cricket Selector
THE former Sri Lankan fast bowler Pramodya Wickramesinghe, who had a disastrous tenure as Chairman of the Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee during his previous stint, has been reappointed to the influential post by the Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage in an alarming move.
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December 24, 2025
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SLT-Mobitel 2026 Calendar presents Sri Lanka's seashell heritage honouring coastal legacy
SEASHELLS, timeless symbols of Sri Lanka's coastal beauty and marine vitality, were recently unveiled as the highlight of SLTMobitel's 2026 Calendar.
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December 24, 2025
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Navigating bureaucratic autonomy and capacity: The path to public sector reforms
SRI Lanka desperately needs a high-quality public sector to attain its development targets.
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December 24, 2025
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SLCB joins Northern Province Tourism Bureau and UoJ to uplift MICE skills in region
THE Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB), in line with its annual activity plan, has conducted two major MICE capacity-building programs in the Northern Province on 26 and 27 November 2025.
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December 24, 2025
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S-lon recognised as a member of World Plumbing Council
S-LON Lanka Ltd., has been formally recognised by the World Plumbing Council (WPC) through the granting of Full Membership.
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December 24, 2025
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Kristall Spaces Lanka unveils 56-unit luxury apartment on Sri Lanka's 'Golden Mile'
KRISTALL Spaces Lanka Ltd., an associate of the award-winning Austrian developer Kristall Group, has officially unveiled All-Suite Resort Talpe Heights.
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December 24, 2025
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Commercial Credit and Finance secures 1st place in K Seeds Investments' ranking report
K Seeds Investments identified Commercial Credit and Finance PLC as the best performing Finance Company under the 1st category among the 28 listed Finance Companies in Sri Lanka through a ranking carried out based on their financial performance for the second quarter of 2025/26.
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December 24, 2025
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The need for 6Ps for strategic marketing
FOR decades, marketers thrived on the use of 4Ps — Product, Price, Place, Promotion — to conduct their Tactical Marketing Planning.
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December 24, 2025
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Indika Prasanka Fernando secures 65kg bronze at 77th Mr. Sri Lanka
W.C. Indika Prasanka Fernando secured the bronze medal of the 65kg weight category in the 77th Mr. Sri Lanka Bodybuilding Championship 2025 held at the Golden Star Beach Hotel in Negombo last Sunday.
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December 24, 2025
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DPMC's e-Drive earns national recognition at Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards
DAVID Pieris Motor Company Ltd. (DPMC) has been recognised at the prestigious Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, receiving a Merit Certificate for Best Sustainability Project for its pioneering e-Drive Project.
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December 24, 2025
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Sri Lankan business leaders explore strategic opportunities in Cambodia
A Sri Lankan trade delegation has recently concluded a strategic mission to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, coinciding with the Cambodia Agriculture Exhibition.
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