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Kiffs (Pvt) Limited Honoured for Groundbreaking Braille-Embedded PET Bottle Innovations
KIFFS (Pvt) Limited, a leading name in PET bottle manufacturing, has made headlines after securing two prestigious packaging awards for its pioneering efforts in inclusive design. The company was recognized for its innovative braille-embedded PET bottles, designed to empower visually impaired individuals by enabling them to identify bottle contents through touch.
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November 19, 2025
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Sri Lanka's first female school Esports athlete bests Mongolia at Asian Youth Games 2025 in Bahrain
SRI Lanka Esports backed by Dialog marked another milestone in its journey as two young athletes represented the nation at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 held in Bahrain.
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November 19, 2025
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Research Intelligence Unit concludes successful real estate investment forum in London
THE Research Intelligence Unit (RIUNIT) together with the High Commission of Sri Lanka in London held the Sri Lanka Real Estate Investment Forum: London 2025 on Thursday, 30 October at the Sri Lanka High Commission in London.
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November 19, 2025
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CAPM launches new era of retirement planning for Lankans
THE Corporate Capital Market Ltd., (CAPM) has launched “Retire360”, a comprehensive retirement planning solution designed specifically for Sri Lankans between 35 and 50 who want to actively shape their future.
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November 19, 2025
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FTZ manufacturers agree on Rs. 3,000 general wage increase for 2026
Increment aligns with new law that raises minimum wage from Rs. 27,000 in 2025 to Rs. 30,000 next year
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November 18, 2025
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Investment Facilitation Forum bridges Korean innovation with Sri Lankan growth
IN a progressive step toward strengthening bilateral trade and investment cooperation, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, in collaboration with the Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka and the Korean Businessmen’s Association, hosted the “Korea-Sri Lanka Investment Facilitation Forum” on 14 November at Courtyard by Marriott, Colombo.
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November 18, 2025
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Vidullanka buys 30% in SAFE Power for Rs. 225 m
VIDULLANKA PLC yesterday said that it has acquired a 30% equity stake in SAFE Power International Ltd., a company which secured the licenses to develop a 10MW wind power plant in Alankuda in Kalpitiya.
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November 18, 2025
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Sri Lanka gets $ 300 m ADB boost for economic reforms and tourism
SRI Lanka yesterday finalised three major loan agreements with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) amounting to $ 300 million, strengthening the country's financial sector reforms, macroeconomic stabilisation agenda and long-term tourism development plans.
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November 18, 2025
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ICC Asia Pacific leaders converge in Singapore for 2nd RCG Meeting 2025
ICC Sri Lanka Chairman Shanil Fernando and Vice Chairperson Stasshani Jayawardena represent Sri Lanka
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November 18, 2025
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UNDP and Hirdaramani Apparel sign MoU
Initiative to launch next phase of market-oriented home gardens initiative, Partnership builds on previous successes to empower communities and strengthen livelihoods
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November 18, 2025
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SLT-Mobitel becomes first to achieve fastest 5G speeds exceeding 10Gbps
SLT-MOBITEL Mobile said yesterday it has set a new benchmark in Sri Lanka's digital journey achieving the highest-ever 5G speeds in the country, exceeding 10Gbps recently, on its advanced 5G Standalone (SA) ready network, under TRCSL 5G trial approval.
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November 18, 2025
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Colombo High Court indicts Keheliya Rambukwella and family
INDICTMENTS have been served before Colombo High Court Judge Mohamed Mihal against former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his son Ramith Rambukwella, his daughter Amali Nayanika Rambukwella, and their housemaid Nipunie Krishnajina in connection with two cases filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).
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November 18, 2025
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David Pieris Logistics acquires Logicare in Rs. 1.3 b deal from Ceylon Tea Brokers
D.P. Logistics Ltd. (DPL), a member of the David Pieris Group of Companies, has entered into a Share Sale and Purchase Agreement for the acquisition of Logicare Ltd. from Ceylon Tea Brokers PLC for an enterprise value of Rs. 1.3 billion.
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November 18, 2025
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Maya Hive and Ride Colombo bring home nation’s first-ever MarCom award
Triumph for Sri Lanka's creative and event-based tourism sectors
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November 18, 2025
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Sri Lanka welcomes 2 millionth visitor for 2025
Officials say latest milestone reflects strong tourism momentum heading into 2026, Says Sri Lanka Tourism is set to roll out major PR and digital marketing campaign, supported by free-visa initiative soon
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November 18, 2025
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Saudi Post issues stamp to mark 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with SL
SAUDI Post (SPL) has issued a commemorative postal stamp to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia
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November 18, 2025
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RMB Internationalisation Forum 2025 strengthens Sri Lanka-China financial cooperation
THE RMB internationalisation Forum 2025, organised by the Sri Lanka~China Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Bank of China, was held recently at the Shangri-La Colombo.
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November 18, 2025
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SLIC General celebrates sales excellence at Annual Awards 2024
RECOGNISING excellence and inspiring further growth, Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLICGL) recently honoured the outstanding achievements of its sales professionals at the prestigious Annual Sales Awards 2024, under the inspiring theme 'Unstoppable Together'.
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November 18, 2025
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Green Tape powers 10,000th digital tender, driving new era of transparent procurement in SL
Platform has already processed over Rs. 30 b in procurements
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November 18, 2025
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CoPE flags major delays, cost escalations and governance issues in East Container Terminal project
Discloses contractor claiming over Rs. 4.2 b as compensation due to entire project being delayed by 548 days, Directs SLPA officials to submit comprehensive report detailing all relevant information relating to delay and compensation claims, Examines issues concerning management of SLPA-owned land
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November 18, 2025
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Rasika Peiris assumes duties as new Commissioner General of Elections
RASIKA Peiris yesterday assumed duties as the New Commissioner General of Elections.
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November 18, 2025
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Secondary Bond market starts off slow
THE secondary Bond market yesterday kicked off the new trading week on a dull note with activity and transaction volumes seen at subdued levels.
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November 18, 2025
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Tarinda Ratwatte retires
AFTER nearly two decades of commitment to the oval-shaped ball game, Sri Lanka national XVs skipper Tarinda Ratwatte has officially announced his retirement, bringing an influential chapter of local and international rugby to a close.
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November 18, 2025
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Rebuilding nation on rails: Eng. Rampala Memorial Oration calls for bold railway reforms
Freight, which ought to be a cash cow, makes up less than 1% of the national freight market Non-fare revenue-despite having over 14,000 acres of land in its possession-is minimal In 2022, over 60% of long-distance trains were more than 30 minutes late, further eroding public confidence Prof. H.R. Pasindu presents comprehensive and transformative restructuring framework based on internationally accepted best practices, adapted to the local context of Sri Lanka Moots role separation: a new State-owned Sri Lanka Railways to own land, tracks, and infrastructure; an independent Sri Lanka Railways Regulatory Commission to enforce safety, pricing, standards, and licencing; a dedicated rolling-stock company to manage locomotives and carriages; and multiple train service operators selected through a transparent, competitive bidding process to run passenger and freight services This model, while ensuring that State retains ownership of national assets, replaces direct political management with a commercially disciplined structure Allows private sector participation- not outright privatisation-but through concessions and through Public Service Contracts
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November 18, 2025
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Sri Lanka-Saudi Arabia Business Council debuts
THE first-ever Sri Lanka—Saudi Arabia Business Council was launched on 11 November through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL) and the Federation of Saudi Chambers (FSC), in the presence of the Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath, at the FSC headquarters in Riyadh.
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November 18, 2025
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Ex-ComBank Chair Prof. Ananda Jayawardane joins BOC Board
THE Finance Ministry has appointed Eng, Prof, Ananda Jayawardane to the Board of Bank of Ceylon as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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November 18, 2025
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McLarens Containers and Datamation: Leveraging technology, creating competitive advantage
IN order to remain competitive and to provide their clients a state-of-the-art solution McLarens Containers Ltd., have commissioned Datamation Systems Ltd., to upgrade their legacy ERP into a total web based ERP, connecting directly via apps third party applications.
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November 18, 2025
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AMF appoints new Board post LB Finance acquisition
FOLLOWING the acquisition by LB Finance PLC, Associated Motor Finance Company PLC (AMF) has appointed a new Board, with G.A.R.D. Prasanna as Chairman/ Non-Executive Director and Niroshan Udage as Deputy Chairman/ Executive Director.
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November 18, 2025
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No excuse for losses – Head Coach expresses disappointment
SRI Lanka’s Head Coach Sanath Jayasuriya expressed his disappointment following his team’s 3-0 defeat at the hands of Pakistan in the three-match ODI series that concluded at Rawalpindi on Sunday.
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November 18, 2025
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29th Faldo Junior Grand Final tees off in UAE
THE 29th Faldo Junior Tour Europe Grand Final will tee off from today (18) till 20 November at the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club in the
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