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Policy rate jitters seize bourse despite previous positive momentum lingering
The CSE was able to maintain the previous positive momentum yesterday but investors were concerned about the new policy rates to be announced by the Central Bank today.
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September 24, 2025
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Harold 'Dickie' Bird, umpiring great, dies aged 92
Harold Dickie Bird, one of the most beloved umpires in cricket's history, has died at the age of 92.
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September 24, 2025
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3,700-year-old stone coffin in Tamil Nadu redraws Harappan age south-north trade map
Smoke from a funeral pyre over 3,700 years ago left behind a trail of charcoal. That faint trace, sealed inside a terracotta sarcophagus buried in Kilnamandi village of Tiruvannamalai district, has now rewritten Tamil Nadu's ancient past.
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September 23, 2025
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Over 600 kg of narcotics found as police stumble on hideout of underworld gang in Tangalle
Police investigating the detection of two container loads of crystal methamphetamine (commonly known as ICE) in the Middeniya areas, yesterday (22), found 245 kilos of heroin and 380 kilos of ice in three trucks at Seenimodera, Tangalle.
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September 23, 2025
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Dayasiri calls for consensus among Opp ahead of PC polls
Kurunegala District SJB lawmaker Dayasiri Jayasekera yesterday (22) said that the Opposition should contest the upcoming Provincial Council elections as a common alliance.
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September 23, 2025
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Message from His Excellency the Ambassador on the occasion of the 95th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
As we celebrate the ninety-fifth National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, we not only celebrate our past, but also envision a brighter future, one that is inclusive, sustainable, innovative, and prosperous under the Kingdom’s wise leadership .
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September 23, 2025
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Lankan Tamil refugees in India left in limbo, while Delhi exempts them from prosecution
Tamil refugees, who fled to India before 2015, have been exempted from prosecution under India’s new immigration law, but remain barred from applying for long-term visas or citizenship, leaving more than 90,000 in Tamil Nadu in continued legal limbo.
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September 23, 2025
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CEB: Power tussle between unions and govt. continues
The protesting CEB trade unions have vowed to intensify their industrial action despite the declaration of the electricity supply as an essential service, but the Power Ministry yesterday (22) claimed that some workers had handed over letters to the top management expressing their willingness to join the four companies to be set up in terms of the restructuring programme.
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Spotlight on Michael de Silva
Michael de Silva certainly has a fan base in Sri Lanka, although he now lives in Switzerland.
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Does age reduce number of favourite songs?
There is a familiar feeling among many people that as life progresses the soundtrack fades just a little.
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Sigera strikes six times as Mahanama win
A six wicket haul by medium paceman Dulnith Sigera for Mahanama and a blistering century by Viran Chamuditha for St. Servatius' were the highlights as they won the respective matches of the Under 19 Division I tier 'A' tournament on Monday.
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September 23, 2025
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First Indian service chief's visit since signing of defence MoU
Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi arrived here on a four-day visit, the first since India acquired controlling interests in Colombo Dockyard PLC, the country’s main ship builder and repairer, most lovingly nurtured by assassinated Minister Lalith Athulathmudali, on June 27 this year.
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September 23, 2025
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SLTDA embraces digital transformation by joining GovPay
In a groundbreaking initiative to modernize Sri Lanka’s tourism industry through digitalization, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has joined GovPay — the government's digital payment platform.
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Local artistes lack creativeness
Our music scene has been around for a very, very long time, but what have our performers achieved globally. Absolutely nothing!
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Modi's address to the nation:
'GST 2.0 implementation first step towards economic self-reliance'
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September 23, 2025
The Island
A softer UNHRC Resolution
A toned-down UN resolution on Sri Lanka now appears likely at the current session of the Human Rights Council. The government would prefer that the periodic scrutiny of its human rights record be wound down.
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September 23, 2025
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Speaker endorses certificate on National Audit (Amendment) Bill
Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne yesterday (22) endorsed the certificate on the National Audit (Amendment) Bill.
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Udaya presses AKD on asset issue
Pivithuru Hela Urumaya leader and Attorney-at-Law Udaya Gammanpila yesterday (22) alleged that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s asset declaration was not complete.
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September 23, 2025
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S&P Global Ratings upgrade boosts bourse but debt burden blights recovery prospects
The CSE received a boost yesterday when S&P Global Ratings upgraded Sri Lanka’s sovereign rating to CCC+ from Selective Default (SD) on a stable outlook.
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September 23, 2025
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Must-win clash for Sri Lanka against Pakistan
Sri Lanka face the acid test in today’s door-die Asia Cup fixture against Pakistan at Abu Dhabi, a contest that could make or break their campaign.
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Coldplay smash Wembley Stadium record
Coldplay celebrated the end of their record-breaking 10-show run at Wembley Stadium, in the UK, with a dazzling, multi-coloured night of musical magic.
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September 23, 2025
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First State to do so in India which has over 4,000 castes
The Government of Uttar Pradesh (UP) in north India has prohibited caste-based political rallies, saying they are a threat to “public order” and “national unity.” This is a step that will have long-term political implications. Elections to the UP State Assembly are two years away.
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September 23, 2025
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NDB Bank partners with Ideal Motors to drive affordable leasing solutions
NDB Bank recently entered into a strategic partnership with Ideal Motors (Pvt) Ltd., the official distributor for Mahindra vehicles in Sri Lanka, through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.
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September 23, 2025
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Sri Lanka launches first Climate Resilience Revolving Fund for MSMEs
In a landmark step towards strengthening the resilience of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) against climate-induced disasters, Chrysalis, with the support of CARE Germany, officially launched Sri Lanka's first Climate Resilience Revolving Fund for MSMEs in Colombo recently.
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September 23, 2025
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AI, branding will need a human connection
As we approach the last quarter of 2025, there is a need felt to map some of the transformative touch points that have influenced the journey of change and transformation in the last three quarters. This year has not just been about the rapid rise of new technologies, but also about how these technologies are reshaping social, cultural, and economic ecosystems. The branding industry, in particular, stands at the crossroads of disruption and reinvention.
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September 23, 2025
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Sri Lankan business leaders to participate in the 2025 UN Private Sector Forum
On the invitation of the United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, three representatives from UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka (Network Sri Lanka) will participate in the 2025 United Nations Private Sector Forum (PSF), a high-level roundtable that brings together a select group of global private sector leaders to drive forward sustainable economic growth as a high level convening during the UN General Assembly Week in New York.
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Saudi Arabia at 95: A Nation Rooted in Heritage, Soaring Towards the Future
Today, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrates its 95th National Day marking nearly a century since the historic unification of the Arabian Peninsula under the leadership of King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud in 1932. From a desert kingdom to a global powerhouse at the crossroads of tradition and transformation, Saudi Arabia's story is one of resilience, faith, and ambition.
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September 23, 2025
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Driving the next wave of ports and logistics growth at SLEIS 2025
As Sri Lanka positions itself as a strategic hub in the Indian Ocean, the ports and logistics sector remains central to driving trade, attracting investment, and unlocking regional connectivity.
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Canada, Australia, UK recognise state of Palestine
Netanyahu hits back: “There will be no Palestinian state”
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September 23, 2025
The Island
Atlas awarded at SLIM Digis 2.5 for pioneering digital & technology led learning experiences in Sri Lanka
Atlas, Sri Lanka’s leading learning brand, secured an array of awards at SLIM Digis 2.5 for its outstanding contributions to advancing education through the integration of technology and creativity.
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