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Chance for table toppers Police SC to extend their lead
A table toppers Police SC led by Sri Lanka white ball cricketer Ashen Bandara have a very good chance to extend their lead at the top when they take on Chilaw Marians CC at the Colts grounds in one of six matches starting today as the SLC Major Club 3-day League enters its third weekend.
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
AASL posts over Rs. 19 b profit in 2025
THE Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd., (AASL) has registered a strong financial turnaround in 2025, posting a profit of Rs. 19.06 billion, reflecting an increase of Rs. 5.02 billion compared to the previous year.
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
IDSC completes data collection from businesses and industries
Reveals scale of industrial impact from Cyclone Ditwah, with 9,628 businesses directly affected
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December 19, 2025
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Insurance sector Ditwah-related exposure limited but weaknesses persist: Fitch
WHILE the Government and insurance industry regulator have urged insurers to expedite Ditwah-related settlements, Fitch Ratings has said that the exposure to flood and landslide risks were in fact limited.
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
Causes of landslides in Sri Lanka’s Central Highlands
Understanding landslide vulnerability | Natural factors contributing to landslides
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
Pathfinder Foundation launches landmark reports on mining and clean energy transformation
Landmark studies position Sri Lanka as an emerging hub for critical minerals and clean energy
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
Dialog launches Sri Lanka's largest 5G network, connecting over 1.5 m subscribers
Over 1.5 m Dialog subscribers already connected to the largest 5G network in Sri Lanka First operator to commercially enable 5G in Sri Lanka, powered by 220 live sites connected across the country, underscoring leadership in next-generation connectivity Only operator to secure 27 GHz spectrum, enabling gigabit speeds and advanced enterprise solutions, alongside 3500 MHz spectrum to support nationwide 5G coverage Plans to invest $ 100 m towards expanding 5G connectivity across Sri Lanka over the next two years Dialog offers the widest 5G roaming network, collaborating with 155 global partners across 76 countries, enabling high-speed 5G connectivity for inbound tourists and Sri Lankans travelling overseas
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
Editors’ Guild expresses concern over two incidents impacting freedom of expression
THE Editors’ Guild of Sri Lanka (TEGOSL) has expressed its grave concern regarding two recent incidents that have an adverse effect on the freedom of expression and media freedom in the country.
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
Namal's Krrish case fixed for Feb. over alleged Rs. 70 m misappropriation
THE Colombo High Court yesterday fixed 16 February for further proceedings in the case filed against Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa over the alleged misappropriation of Rs. 70 million linked to the Krrish transaction.
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
CSE ends in red on profit-taking, subdued activity
THE Colombo stock market closed yesterday in the red in another session characterised by sharp volatility amid subdued activity and profit taking.
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
Darin clinches Gold at Sri Lanka Powerlifting Nationals with record-breaking performance
SRI Lanka's powerlifting elite returned to the national stage on 6 December 2025 as the Sri Lanka Powerlifting Nationals were held at YMBA, Wadduwa, organised by the Sri Lanka Powerlifting Federation-a recognised member of the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF), Asian Powerlifting Federation, and Commonwealth Powerlifting Federation, under the purview of the Sports Ministry, Sri Lanka.
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
A fit-for-purpose Disaster Management Act
THE President's statement that the current Disaster Management Act is flawed may have been a feint to divert attention away from his acts of omission on disaster risk reduction as the Minister responsible.
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December 19, 2025
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Asia Rugby U19 Top 4 returns to SL after 26 years
Kandy tipped to host historic event
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
NDB strengthens mobility solutions through strategic partnership with Toyota Lanka
NATIONAL Development Bank PLC (NDB) has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Toyota Lanka, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to offering customers convenient, flexible, and affordable leasing solutions for some of the world’s most trusted vehicles.
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December 19, 2025
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Varna sets industry record with over eight National Awards in 2025
VARNA Ltd., has achieved a landmark industry milestone, becoming the only flexible-packaging company in Sri Lanka to secure 10 national awards within a single year.
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December 19, 2025
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TiECon Sri Lanka 2026: Transforming entrepreneurial potential into tangible global growth and impact
AS Sri Lanka positions itself on the brink of a new chapter in entrepreneurial growth, the inaugural TiECon Sri Lanka 2026: Go Global - The Runway to the World marks a critical moment for the country’s businesses and their founders.
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December 19, 2025
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SLC appoints India's R. Sridhar as national team fielding coach
SRI Lanka Cricket (SLC) has appointed Ramakrishnan Sridhar as the fielding coach of the Sri Lanka national team, until the completion of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
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December 19, 2025
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Prime Lands Residencies' J'Adore Negombo achieves 99% pre-sales and commences superstructure construction with ICC
PRIME Lands Residencies PLC has officially commenced construction of the superstructure landmark J'Adore Negombo, with International Construction Consortium (ICC).
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December 19, 2025
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Zakir Mohamedally appointed to Cargills, CT Holdings Boards
CARGILLS (Ceylon) PLC has appointed Zakir Hussein Mohamedally to its Board as a Non-Independent, Non-Executive Director.
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December 19, 2025
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Two unbeaten teams clash today at Havelock Park
UNBEATEN Havelock Sports Club will host another unbeaten outfit in the League, Air Force Sports Club today (19) at 3 p.m. at Havelock Park in what shapes up as one of the most decisive encounters of the league phase of the Inter Club rugby encounter.
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December 19, 2025
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Unveiling potential of seaweed farming in Sri Lanka
SRI Lanka's coastline, with its pristine beauty and bountiful resources, has long been seen as an asset.
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December 19, 2025
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Ranil says he will step aside if it helps UNP–SJB unity
UNITED National Party (UNP) leader and Ex-President Ranil Wickremesinghe has said he is willing to relinquish the party leadership if his continued presence becomes an obstacle to unity between the UNP and the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB).
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December 19, 2025
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John Keells Properties of VIMAN Ja-Ela
VIMAN Ja-Ela, the flagship suburban development by John Keells Properties, has officially launched Phase 4, marking the final opportunity to become part of this landmark residential development.
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December 19, 2025
Daily FT
Secondary Bond market activity moderates; yields steady
Rupee appreciates marginally
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December 19, 2025
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GCF Round 2 of Research Grants today
THE Gamani Corea Foundation (GCF) will present Round 2 of the GCF Research Grants Awards on 18 December at the BMICH, marking the second successive grant award scheme conducted by the Foundation.
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December 18, 2025
Daily FT
Govt. repatriates 25 Lankans rescued from cybercrime centres in Myanmar
THE Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, in close collaboration with the Sri Lanka Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Ministry and the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Myanmar, has successfully facilitated the rescue and repatriation of 25 Sri Lankan nationals who had been trafficked in cybercrime centres in Myawaddy, Myanmar.
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December 18, 2025
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David Pieris Group expands global footprint with investment in Dubai-based Navire Logistics
THE David Pieris Group continues to strengthen its international presence with the acquisition of 50% ownership in Navire Logistics Services L.L.C, a reputed logistics company based in Dubai and Oman.
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December 18, 2025
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Sri Lankan players in ILT20 required to return home
SRI Lanka Cricket (SLC) has requested its national players currently participating in the International League T20 (ILT20) tournament in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to return to the country by 20 December, despite having earlier granted permission for them to compete in the League until early January.
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December 18, 2025
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Senthilverl exits Maharaja Foods; Yaden enters
HIGH net-worth investor Dr. T. Senthilverl has exited from Maharaja Foods PLC whilst Yaden Capital has entered the company with a 10% stake.
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December 18, 2025
Daily FT
WindForce commissions rooftop solar PV project in Maldives
WINDFORCE PLC yesterday announced that the 432.2 kWp rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) power project at Joy Island, Kassanfushi, Kaafu Atoll Maldives, was successfully commissioned on 13 December.
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