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SriLankan Airport and Ground Services roll out self-check-in service for customer airlines
The sole ground services provider at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), is rolling out its self-check-in service for passengers of customer airlines ahead of the winter travel high season, which is expected to bring over 300,000 tourists to the island in December alone.
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November 17, 2025
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Dialog Axiata reports robust growth and improved profitability in YTD 2025
Dialog Axiata PLC has announced a period of strong financial performance and strategic progress for the nine months ended 30th September 2025. The Group demonstrated significant earnings growth and cash flow generation, underscoring a successful recovery and operational efficiency.
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November 17, 2025
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Blue Economy: What Sri Lanka can learn from Indian initiatives
The “blue economy” means sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods and jobs, while preserving the health of marine ecosystems. It spans fisheries and aquaculture, port-led logistics, marine biotechnology, renewable offshore energy, coastal tourism and marine services, such as ocean observation and mapping.
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November 17, 2025
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Singer launches ESG Roadmap 2030
Singer (Sri Lanka) PLC has unveiled its comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Roadmap 2030, themed “Progress Through Purpose.”
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November 17, 2025
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CSK to release Matheesha Pathirana
In a late move, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have decided to release Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana from their squad ahead of IPL 2026. Accordingto ESPNcricinfo CSK have been deliberating their future with Pathirana, who they had bought ahead of IPL 2023 and retained before the 2025 mega auction for INR 13 crore.
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November 17, 2025
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How Modi-Nitish combine felled Rahul-Tejashwi dynastic duo in Bihar
Bihar delivered a political thunderclap, with the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) sweeping aside the Mahagathbandhan (MGB) (meaning Great Alliance) in a mandate so decisive it reshaped the State’s electoral map.
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November 17, 2025
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SLICCA earns national recognition with 17 medals at Chef Guild Competition
The Sri Lanka Institute of Confectionery and Culinary Arts (SLICCA) won 17 medals at the National Level Chef Guild Competition, held in Galle on 12-13 November.
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November 17, 2025
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CII Summit in Vizag draws over INR13-trillion investment pledges
AP CM Naidu expects to attract $500 billion investment in five years
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November 17, 2025
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'Motivated' Alcaraz beats De Minaur at ATP Finals
Carlos Alcaraz says he has entered the ATP Finals \"with motivation\" as he moved a step closer to the year-end world number one ranking with victory over Alex de Minaur.
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November 11, 2025
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Sampath Bank honoured at the Presidential Environmental Awards 2025 for its commitment to a Greener Sri Lanka
Sampath Bank PLC was honoured at the 11th Annual Presidential Environmental Awards 2025, organised by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), held recently at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Colombo.
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November 11, 2025
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Bali, get ready ... for Alston Koch
Singer Alston Koch, of 'Disco Lady' fame, has been much in the news these past few weeks.
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November 11, 2025
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From Silicon Valley to Capitol Hill: How Indian-Americans became a powerhouse in the US
Barely a generation ago, Indian immigrants were mostly first-generation engineers, doctors, and graduate students trying to find their footing in a new land. Today, the Indian diaspora in the United States — more than 5.2 million strong — stands as one of the most prosperous, educated, and politically influential immigrant groups in the nation’s history.
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November 11, 2025
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Bangladesh asks Sri Lanka to streamline registration process of pharmaceuticals products
SL appreciates USD 200 mn loan extended during economic crisis
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November 11, 2025
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'Champion's weekend from flawless Norris but Verstappen shines brightest'
Lando Norris was asked after the Sao Paulo Grand Prix whether he was now thinking about the championship, having extended his lead in one weekend from one point to nearly a clear win.
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November 11, 2025
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NPP govt. urged to reconsider decision to abolish concession granted to military families
Controversy surrounds the sudden decision to abolish 50% concession in course fees granted to children of military personnel studying at the Kotelawala Defence Academy.
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November 11, 2025
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Well-known entrepreneurial family from Southern Sri Lanka in focus
A book covering the entrepreneurial ability and other matters pertaining to the well-known Abeyesundere family from Galle, Sri Lanka, authored by scientist of repute Dr. Nirmala M. Pieris, will be launched on November 14 at 6 pm at the auditorium of the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute, Colombo 7.
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November 11, 2025
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Indian cricketer hits record eight sixes in a row
Akash Kumar Choudhary smashed his way into cricket's record books in an Indian domestic match, hitting eight consecutive sixes on his way to the fastest fifty ever scored in a first-class fixture.
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November 11, 2025
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Ex-CMU Gen. Secy. holds photo exhibition
Former CMU General Secretary Sylvester Jayakody, who championed workers' rights for nearly five decades, will hold a photographic exhibition on 15 November at Bala Thampo Memorial Hall, CMU, Kollupitiya
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November 11, 2025
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New Anthoney's Farms invests further LKR 500M in its value-added product range
New Anthoney’s Group, a leading sustainable poultry producer in Sri Lanka renowned for its pioneering antibiotic-free HarithaHari chicken range, has announced a landmark LKR 500 million additional investment to expand its value-added product range, alongside the official launch of its premium product line, Chicken Havens.
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November 11, 2025
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10,500-seater cricket stadium proposed near Atlanta
Cricketing infrastructure in the United States has witnessed a remarkable transformation in recent years, driven by the advent of Major League Cricket (MLC) with its state-of-the-art facility near Dallas and the successful hosting of matches at the iconic Coliseum in California.
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November 11, 2025
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Mannar wind power project and people’s protests
It has been reported that the government has abruptly halted the Mannar wind power project, which was to be launched by a prominent conglomerate.
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November 11, 2025
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100 Years of Tea Research: Contributions of the Tea Research Institute of Sri Lanka and its Future Role
The Tea Research Institute (TRI) of Sri Lanka is celebrating its centenary this year. Hence, this is an appropriate time to review the contribution that the TRI has made to the sustenance of the Sri Lankan tea industry and assess its current and future challenges.
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November 11, 2025
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Spending on import of goods we could produce locally
It has been reported that Sri Lanka continues to spend vast sums of foreign exchange on importing goods that could be produced domestically with ease.
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November 11, 2025
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International renowned Emeritus Professor D.C.R.A. Goonetilleke passes away
Internationally known English Literature scholar, Emeritus Professor D.C.R.A. Goonetilleke, of University of Kelaniya fame, passed away on 09th November, family sources said.
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November 11, 2025
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India training civil service officers in support of AKD's project
In terms of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the National Centre for Good Governance of India (NCGG) and the Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration (SLIDA), so far 241 civil service officers had received training in India, a spokesperson for the Indian HC said.
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November 11, 2025
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Sri Lanka eye fresh challenge as Pakistan series gets underway
Time was when a tour of Pakistan was something cricketers eagerly looked forward to a chance to criss cross a country where the warmth of its people matched the spice of its biryani and masala chai.
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November 11, 2025
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Two Lankans among three dead on Korean fish farm
Three workers have been found dead inside a water tank at a land-based fish farm in Goseong County, South Gyeongsang, Korea, prompting a police investigation.
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November 11, 2025
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Bourse up on budget cheer; turnover tops Rs. 7.5bn
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) maintained a positive trajectory throughout yesterday's session, opening strong before settling into steady gains.
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November 11, 2025
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Wimal explains why he won't join Nugegoda rally
Declaring that the National Freedom Front (NFF) wouldn't join the Opposition rally against the government, NFF leader and former Cabinet Minister Wimal Weerawansa, in a letter addressed to Mahajana Handa (People's Voice), the organising committee of the inaugural meeting, underscored the pivotal importance of reaching a consensus on a range of contentious issues before a broad coalition could be formed.
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November 11, 2025
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SJBer clashes with Speaker over reference to booklet on bond scam
Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne yesterday (10) warned Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) lawmaker Sujeewa Senasinghe in Parliament that he would be removed from the Chamber if he behaved in a disruptive way.
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