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Smooth take-off for new Terminal 2 at Hong Kong International Airport
HONG Kong International Airport (HKIA) embarked on a new era on 27 May, with the successful launch of the expanded Terminal 2 (T2), further boosting the city’s position as global aviation hub.
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June 08, 2026
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Governing in an age of uncertainty
Building resilient and anticipatory States
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June 08, 2026
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Russian Andreeva wins French Open as Polish Chwalinska fairytale ends
Becomes youngest woman to win Roland Garros in 34 years
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June 08, 2026
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CICT handles 2,241-ton BESS shipment for largest energy storage program
THE Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) successfully handled a 2,241-tonne Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) shipment comprising 54 battery units destined for Sri Lanka’s largest energy storage programme to date, supporting a landmark national initiative aimed at strengthening grid stability, accelerating renewable energy integration and enhancing long-term energy security.
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June 08, 2026
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SLYCAN Trust spotlights financial protection against climate and disaster risks
WITH disasters and other climate change impacts looming large, Sri Lanka needs strong social and financial protection mechanisms to help communities, businesses, and public institutions prepare and recover, according to discussions at the Lighthouse Event on Climate and Disaster Risk Finance and the Multi-Actor Partnership in Sri Lanka.
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June 08, 2026
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Commercial Bank extends operations to Port City Colombo
REINFORCING its commitment to support the nation’s next phase of economic transformation, Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC’s new branch in Port City Colombo will bring world-class banking services to Sri Lanka’s emerging international financial hub.
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June 08, 2026
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Maliban Biscuits crush Brandix Apparel by seven wickets to win Honda Trophy
MALIBAN Biscuits emerged undefeated champions of the Stafford Motors sponsored MCA G division T20 league cricket tournament overcoming Brandix Apparel by seven wickets at the MCA ground on Friday.
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June 08, 2026
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Need for responsible economic and import management policies
AS stakeholders of the Sri Lankan economy, all chambers of commerce, trade associations, industrial sectors, and business leaders should come together at this important stage of economic recovery and engage constructively with the Government, Cabinet of Ministers, and policymakers.
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June 08, 2026
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FFSL announces significant administrative reforms at Annual Congress
IN what is being hailed as one of the most significant administrative reforms in the history of Sri Lankan football, Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) President Jaswar Umar has announced a groundbreaking initiative to establish a permanent office premises for every football league across the country, while taking steps to provide them a grant of Rs. 50,000 per month and allocating Rs. 1 million to each football league this year for the organisation of grassroots football competitions.
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June 08, 2026
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Under-23 tournament postponed
ACCEDING to the requests made by several clubs, the SLC Transformation Committee's Tournament Committee has decided to postpone the Under-23 tournament.
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June 08, 2026
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Sri Lanka seeks deeper cooperation with France, EU as AFD marks 20 years of engagement
SRI Lanka has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with France and the European Union (EU) in key areas including sustainable development, trade, investment, and climate action, as the French development agency—Agence Française de Développement (AFD) marked 20 years of engagement in the country.
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June 08, 2026
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Emeric Solutions win MCA Ladies Sixes 2026
EMERIC Solutions beat English Tea Shop by 39 runs to win the inaugural MCA Ladies Sixes played at the Mercantile Cricket Association grounds on Saturday.
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June 08, 2026
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Amana Takaful announces two new members to Board
AMANA Takaful Life PLC has announced the appointment of Pradeep Dilshan Rajeeva Hettiaratchi and Dev Nissanka Wijewardane to the Board as Independent Non-Executive Directors.
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June 08, 2026
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Isipathana regain Milroy Fernando Trophy in convincing win against Royal
ISIPATHANA College produced a dominant second-half performance to defeat Royal College 31/12 and regain the Major Milroy Fernando Memorial Trophy in their opening Super Round encounter of the Dialog Schools Rugby League at Havelock Park yesterday.
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June 08, 2026
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Colombo Touch Rugby Club makes mark on global stage in Chiang Mai
THE Colombo Touch Rugby Club has achieved a significant milestone in its young but inspiring journey, successfully completing its second international tour at a tournament hosted by the Lanna Hedgehogs in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
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June 08, 2026
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Air France - KLM appoints new Regional Sales Manager for Indian subcontinent and Middle East
AIR France-KLM has announced the appointment of Rached Arfaoui as Regional Sales Manager for Offline Markets.
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June 08, 2026
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HNB Life introduces ‘‘Privileged Protect’’
MARKING a significant milestone in its journey as it celebrates 25 years of trust and transformation, HNB Life has introduced Privileged Protect, a novel universal life insurance solution designed to meet the evolving financial and protection needs of modern Sri Lankans.
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June 08, 2026
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Cost accounting standards for Sri Lanka: A timely measure taken by CMA Sri Lanka
THE Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka, known as CMA Sri Lanka, has taken another step forward in promoting cost accounting practices in the country by introducing a comprehensive set of standards to be adopted not only by cost accountants, but also by Sri Lankan private and public institutions.
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June 08, 2026
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Uncovering Sri Lanka's hidden and often overlooked talent crisis
BRAIN drain has been an unfortunate reality of our nation. Across every generation, a significant share of Sri Lankans have looked to perceived greener pastures overseas. In the aftermath of the 2022 economic crisis, more than 311,000 Sri Lankans registered to leave for foreign employment, the highest annual outflow on record.
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June 08, 2026
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Sri Lankan HR leaders gain fresh insights on future of work at SHRM Tech26 in Mumbai
A delegation of eight HR professionals from Sri Lanka participated in SHRM Tech26, held recently at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, gaining exposure to regional conversations on artificial intelligence, workforce capability, leadership, and the future of work.
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June 08, 2026
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AICPA and CIMA to hold SHIFT26 Summit on 10 June on navigating complexity in an AI-driven world
AICPA and CIMA Sri Lanka will host the SHIFT26 Summit on 10 June 2026 at Cinnamon Life, Colombo, bringing together finance professionals, business leaders, and emerging executives to address the growing complexity shaping today’s operating environment.
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June 08, 2026
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Unlocking Sri Lanka's full economic potential by leveraging human capital
Set measurable targets for board and executive representation, backed by transparent reporting. Breaking unconscious bias is not just about fairness—it is an economic imperative. Research shows that companies with diverse leadership outperform peers in profitability, innovation, and resilience.
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June 08, 2026
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Trinity continue winning streak; beat Wesley
TRINITY College produced a dominant display to overpower Wesley College 43/10 in their Dialog Schools Under-19 Rugby League 2026 Cup segment encounter played at Havelock Park on Saturday.
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June 08, 2026
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JICA promotes plastic waste awareness in Sri Lanka through “Plastic Smart Song” with Hello Kitty
A globally recognised character, Hello Kitty, visited Sri Lanka on 19 May 2026, and participated in the awareness-raising event of responsible plastic use and the importance of environmental conservation at the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), together with around 150 students.
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June 08, 2026
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Korea partners Sri Lanka for 'Anti-Corruption Assessment'
Initiative under SDG Partnership Project on Transparency and Accountability
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June 08, 2026
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Climate compliance is coming: Are Sri Lankan businesses ready?
Executive Workshop on Climate Resilience and Business Continuity on 12 June
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June 08, 2026
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LB Finance surpasses Rs. 25 b pre-tax profit mark in FY26
Achieves exponential loan portfolio growth, pays Rs. 13.7 b in taxes to Govt. Plans entry into the Philippines market for which the regulatory approval process is nearing completion
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June 08, 2026
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Zahira keep League dreams alive with historic win over Peterites
ZAHIRA College continued their remarkable resurgence in the Dialog Schools Under-19 Rugby League with a sensational 38/34 victory over St. Peter’s College at Bambalapitiya last weekend.
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June 08, 2026
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Shreyas confirmed as India's T20I captain; Suryakumar dropped
ESPNCRICINFO: Shreyas Iyer has been confirmed as India’s new T20I captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav who has been dropped from the squad for the series in Ireland and England in June and July.
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June 08, 2026
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World Ocean Day and the imperative of ocean governance
Reflections on harmonising Blue Planet Law and Carbon Law
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