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SupremeSAT says ....
Amidst continuing controversy over the SupremeSAT satellite with regard to its status and earnings following conflict- ing statements made by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and her Cabinet colleagues, SupremeSAT (Pvt) Ltd., issued the following statement yesterday:
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August 12, 2025
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Australia to recognise Palestine, following UK and France
Australia will recognise the state of Palestine, said Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday via an official announcement.
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August 12, 2025
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Mannar protests against proposed ilmenite project
A group of youth conducted a protest march in Mannar recently against the proposed ilmenite mineral sand mining by multinational company in the district.
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August 12, 2025
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Women politicians visit Parliament in empowering initiative
Women need to play a more decisive role in governance and politics in Sri Lanka if it is to develop in a manner that improves the lives of all people, said Ms. Visaka Dharmadasa, Founder and Chair of the Association of War Affected Women (AWAW) at a meeting with officials in Parliament.
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August 12, 2025
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No-faith motion against Deputy Defence Minister to be handed over today
SJB MP Dr. Kavinda Jayawardena yesterday (11) said that the Opposition would hand over a no-confidence motion against Deputy Defence Minister Maj. Gen. (retd) Aruna Jayasekera today (12) over his failure as the Eastern Commander to thwart the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks.
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August 12, 2025
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A 1925 cartoon foreseeing rise of China, India, Africa resurfaces amid Trump’s tariff mania!
A 1925 cartoon by American artist Bob Minor predicting the fall of Western imperialism has gone viral amid United States President Donald Trump's tariff policies.
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August 12, 2025
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Pakistan Army Chief delivers 'nuclear threat' from US soil
Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has warned that his country will be prepared to use nuclear weapons if it faces an \"existential threat\" in a future war. Munir made the remarks on his recent visit to the US, his second in the last two months.
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August 12, 2025
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'Invest Sri Lanka' investor forum to be held in Singapore to boost foreign investment
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the stock broking industry, are conducting an 'Invest Sri Lanka' Investor Forum in Singapore today. Building on the momentum of the successful foreign investor forum held in Colombo during March this year, the initiative aims to further engage with global investors and promote Sri Lanka's capital market as an attractive frontier investment destination.
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August 12, 2025
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SL HC in Bangladesh delivers lecture at National Defence College
High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Bangladesh, Dharmapala Weerakkody recently delivered a lecture on Contemporary Sri Lanka: Its Foreign Policy, Security, Development Strategy, and Bangladesh-Sri Lanka Relations to the course members of the National Defence Course - 2025 at the National Defence College (NDC) in Dhaka.
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August 12, 2025
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Surgeries down due to dearth of anaesthetists: Deputy Health Minister
Deputy Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni yesterday (11) said that for want of anaesthetists the number of surgeries performed at government hospitals had recorded a sharp drop.
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August 12, 2025
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St. Joseph's, Devapathiraja advance to semis
Under 15 Division I Cricket
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August 12, 2025
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Russia downs over 120 Ukrainian drones overnight: Defence Ministry
Defence Ministry
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August 12, 2025
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Regular justice or transitional justice?
Addressing Parliament, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake affirmed the government’s commitment to confronting human rights violations from the past, stating: “We will face these grievous legacies openly, firmly, and with sensitivity to all communities.” He specifically highlighted the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), describing it as the “most potent and most misused national-security law in our history.” Introduced 37 years ago during the early stages of the Tamil militant movement, the law was explicitly intended as a temporary safeguard. Yet now 16 years after the end of Sri Lanka’s armed conflict its continued necessity is rightly in serious question, a view shared by numerous local and international human-rights organisations.
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August 12, 2025
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Trinity end 38-year wait for schools rugby crown
Trinity College, Kandy finally ended a generation of yearning on Sunday when they were crowned Sri Lanka Schools Rugby League champions for the first time since 1987 even as St. Peter's College denied them a perfect season with a dramatic 22-20 win at Pallekele.
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August 12, 2025
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Dialog sustains growth momentum, delivering strong 1H 2025 performance
Dialog Axiata PLC announced its consolidated financial results for the six months ended 30th June 2025. Financial results included those of Dialog Axiata PLC (the “Company”) and of Dialog Axiata Group (the “Group”).
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August 12, 2025
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The world on suicide watch
For anyone willing to see reason and who values the safety of present and future generations, new paradigms based on peace and protection of the environment, within a framework of justice and democracy, are needed by humanity today.
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August 12, 2025
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David, Hazlewood combine for Australia's 9th straight T20I win
Tim David batted around top-order wreckage, smashing eight sixes in his whirlwind knock that pushed Australia to a winning total of 178 in the T20I series opener against South Africa in Darwin.
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August 12, 2025
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How to keep mosquitoes at bay
With mosquito-borne diseases, such as dengue, malaria, chikungunya and Zika virus, continuing to affect communities, preventing mosquito bites is more important than ever.
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August 12, 2025
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Of the record-breaking throw and remarkable achor leg
Rising star Kalhara Idupa ran a remarkable anchor leg to clinch gold in the men's 4x400 metres relay as Sri Lanka capped a memorable evening winning two golds, two silvers and a bronze at the World Athletics bronze lable meet in Bhubaneswar India on Sunday.
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August 12, 2025
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Educational reform: Capitalism,compassion, or both?
Educational reform stands as one of the cornerstone commitments in the NPP’s election manifesto. Entrusted with this critical responsibility, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who also serves as the Minister of Education, is at the forefront of implementing reforms that will shape the future of Sri Lanka's younger generations.
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August 11, 2025
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Children will gain free access to archaeological sites
Children would be granted free entry to archaeological and heritage sites managed by the Central Cultural Fund, Director General Dr. Nilan Cooray has announced.
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August 11, 2025
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India shot down six Pakistani aircraft during Operation Sindoor: IAF Chief
First confirmation from a high-ranking official:
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August 11, 2025
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No Pakistani aircraft were hit during Operation Sindoor
Pakistan's Defence Minister rejects India's claim:
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August 11, 2025
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Forging a world-class workforce
As Sri Lanka stands at a pivotal juncture, striving to redefine its economic landscape and cement its position as a global competitor, a chorus of influential voices is calling for a fundamental revolution in leadership.
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August 11, 2025
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COPF finds fault with Finance Ministry, AG for missed deadlines
\"Proposed 'Gambling Regulatory Authority' law inadequate\"
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August 11, 2025
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AIA Sri Lanka rises from Silver to Gold at Hashtag Asia Awards 2025
AIA Sri Lanka has elevated its standing on the regional stage, winning Gold in the ‘Best Social Media Campaign: Facebook’ category at the Hashtag Asia Awards 2025.
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August 11, 2025
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Battery of top-notch lawyers tasked with defeating govt. move to deprive former Presidents of their entitlements
A battery of more than 50 topnotch lawyers has been assembled to mount a legal challenge to the government’s controversial Bill seeking to strip former Presidents of their entitlements.
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August 11, 2025
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Role of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in development underscored
In a compelling call to action, local and international leaders urged Sri Lanka’s private sector to lead from the front in driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), emphasizing its critical role in national integration, peace-building, and sustainable economic development.
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August 11, 2025
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SL tycoon on Gulf News South Asia rich list
Sri Lankan businessman Ishara Nanayakkara is among South Asia’s wealthiest individuals in the Gulf News 2025 rich list, with an estimated net worth of USD 1.6 billion.
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August 11, 2025
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Sri Lanka’s digital pivot: Unlocking growth, Innovation and global competitiveness
Sri Lanka’s Digital Pivot: Unlocking Growth, Innovation & Global Competitiveness
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