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Filming Sri Lanka
Today we explore the connections between documentary film and tourism, as we present an interview with Tilo Wondollek, a German creative professional specialising in international communication, who shot a documentary film in the unique setting of Sri Lanka earlier this year.
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August 23, 2025
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Estate Lake facilitates Colombo's largest property deal valued at Rs. 4.5 b
ESTATE Lake Real Estate yesterday said it facilitated a historic transaction valued at Rs. 4.5 billion for Home Lands Holding, marking the largest recorded real estate deal in Colombo's history.
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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Rules-based order at risk: Return of power politics
IN the aftermath of the Second World War, the international community sought to build a system that would prevent the recurrence of global catastrophe.
5 min |
August 23, 2025
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St. Joseph's power past St. Peter's in Memorial Trophy clash
ST. Joseph’s College beat St. Peters College 36/19 in their Fr. Basil Weerathunga Memorial Trophy encounter, which concluded at Longdon Place last weekend.
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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BASL urges inclusion of Law in school curriculum
THE Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) yesterday called on the Government to introduce Law as part of the national education curriculum, saying legal literacy is critical for civic consciousness and democratic participation.
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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Russian Geographical Society’s 180th anniversary
THE Centre of the Russian Geographical Society in Sri Lanka yesterday celebrated the Russian Geographical Society’s 180th anniversary at the Colombo Public Library with the presence of Deputy Minister of Environment Anton Jayakodi and Colombo Mayor Vraie Cally Balthazaar, as Chief Guests.
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August 23, 2025
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Chinese Embassy commemorates 80th anniversary of victory against Japanese aggression
THE Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka held a grand reception in Colombo on Wednesday (20), at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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Galle Literary Festival expands global reach with new memberships, patronage, and Advisory Committee
High-profile patrons and expanded membership strengthen GLF's vision as a global creative hub
2 min |
August 23, 2025
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Integrating cross...
Human mobility isa prime example of a crosscutting consideration that touches on a variety of sectors at once. Climate-related displacement, seasonal migration, and planned relocation intersect with housing, land, labour, education, infra~ structure, health, and social protection, to just name a few. Mobility-aware NAPs should not only map current hotspots and mobility pathways
2 min |
August 23, 2025
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Jacob shocks much-fancied Reshan to enter semis
THE Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) Club Championship quarterfinals saw four standout performances setting the stage for two exciting semifinal lashes.
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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Heritance Hotels, Aitken Spence Travels partner CCC Foundation to champion mental health through 1333 Bikeathon
HERITANCE Hotels and Resorts, the flagship brand of Aitken Spence Hotels, and Aitken Spence Travels have announced their partnership for the upcoming Bikeathon, organised by the CCC Foundation to raise national awareness for mental health and promote the lifesaving 1333 Mental Health Helpline.
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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Committee on High Posts approves appointments of Ambassador, two Ministry Secretaries, and four Chairmen
THE Committee on High Posts at its meeting held recently approved the appointments of an Ambassador, two Ministry Secretaries, and four Chairmen.
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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Cycle Brands launches new fragrance and website at ‘Scent & Sparkles 2025’
CYCLE BRANDS, which promotes incense products, recently took a remarkable step by launching four new fragrances and creating a convenient online access to its customers and partners at ‘Scent & Sparkle 2025’.
2 min |
August 23, 2025
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The show must not go on, Sri Lanka
SOME days are better by far than others. There you go again then, blithe spirit, blissfully humming that the lark’s on the wing, the snail’s on the thorn, God is in heaven, all’s right with the world.
5 min |
August 23, 2025
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Ali Sabry criticises arrest of former President Wickremesinghe
@ Says cycle of vindictive, destructive politics must end
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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Matheendra De Zoysa to lead Bangladesh LPG giant
LEADING Bangladesh LPG downstream business Omera Petroleum has recently appointed Matheendra De Zoysa to lead its two companies, Omera LPG and Omera Cylinders Ltd.
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August 23, 2025
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Cardinal and Catholic Bishops’ Conference call on President
THE Archbishop of Colombo, Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith on Wednesday met with President Anura Kumara Disanayake at the Presidential Secretariat.
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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The Routes we Take project heads to Jaffna
The Routes we Take (TRWT) will be at Yarl IT Hub’s YGC Innovation Festival
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August 23, 2025
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French global milk leader Lactalis to buy Fonterra for $ 2.2 b
FONTERRA Cooperative Group Ltd., yesterday announced it has agreed to the sale of its global Consumer and associated businesses to Lactalis for NZ$ 3.845 billion ($ 2.2 billion), subject to certain customary financial adjustments and conditions, including approval by farmer shareholders, separating the businesses being sold from Fonterra, and receipt of certain final regulatory approvals.
1 min |
August 23, 2025
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Profood Propack & Agbiz 2025 opens at BMICH
SRI Lanka's most anticipated food industry event, Profood Propack & Agbiz 2025, began yesterday at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Exhibition and Convention Centre, BMICH, Colombo.
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August 23, 2025
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Ode to enduring legacy of iconic Hindi film Sholay
LAST week, the iconic Hindi film Sholay (embers or flames in English) completed 50 years since its release in 1975. The film was re-released in India to mark the landmark event which led to renewed interest among younger audiences. The Indian Cultural Association in collaboration with the Swami Vivekananda Control Centre in Colombo also organised a special screening of the film in Colombo to mark the event.
2 min |
August 23, 2025
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Presidential Committee invites public submissions on fraud and corruption at AASL and SriLankan Airlines
THE Special Presidential Investigation Committee, appointed to probe past fraud, corruption, and malpractices at Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd., (AASL) and SriLankan Airlines during the period from 2010 to 2025, has called for complaints, views, and proposals from employees, staff members, and the general public.
1 min |
August 22, 2025
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Pyramid Wilmar marks 20 years of success in food biz; says SL has biggest potential in agriculture
Leads in edible oil industry, sugar trading, bakery industry essentials and value-added milk and related products Reveals $ 1 b investment made to grow food business with Singapore-based global giant Wilmar apart from diversifying into leisure with Shangri-La Attributes focus on providing world-class quality products at affordable prices and resilient team to success Insists Sri Lanka can be self-sufficient in edible oil and milk supplies, reducing dependency on imports Calls for pragmatic policies and enabling environment
2 min |
August 22, 2025
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ITAK launches half-day hartal with twin objectives in North-East
\"HARTAL\" is a word that entered the political discourse of countries like India, Sri Lanka and Malaysia during British rule.
10+ min |
August 22, 2025
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Home Lands’ Pentara Residences Thummulla gets Development Permit
HOME Lands' most iconic residential development, Pentara Residencies in Thummulla, has been awarded the Development Permit by the Urban Development Authority (UDA), granting the project full clearance to move forward with construction.
1 min |
August 22, 2025
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Prem Watsa’s visit underscores Fairfax’s long-term commitment to Sri Lanka
FAIRFIRST Insurance recently welcomed Fairfax Financial Holdings Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Prem Watsa to its head office in Colombo.
1 min |
August 22, 2025
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Ambeon strengthens portfolio through strategic investments in hospitality sector
Strengthens growth strategy through near Rs. 900 m worth equity stakes in iconic Sri Lankan hotel companies The Kandy Hotels Company and Ceylon Hotels Corporation
2 min |
August 22, 2025
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Young political leaders from South and Southeast Asia meet with Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus
YOUNG political leaders from across South and Southeast Asia with their staff members and representatives from the Institute of Konrad Adenauer Stiftung met with the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus following their visit to Parliament.
1 min |
August 22, 2025
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CoPF finds only 35 Chartered Accountants auditing nearly 2,000 public institutions
THE Parliament Secretariat yesterday said that the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has found that the National Audit Office has only 35 Chartered Accountants to oversee nearly 2,000 public institutions including Ministries, Departments and State-owned enterprises.
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August 22, 2025
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Three more Supreme Court petitions challenge Bill repealing former Presidents’ benefits
SPEAKER of Parliament Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne yesterday informed the House that he had received copies of three more petitions filed at the Supreme Court, challenging the proposed repeal of Presidential entitlements.
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