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Shanakiyan raises “grave” concerns over suspension of Parliament official
TAMIL National Alliance MP Shanakiyan Rasamanickam has criticised the suspension of a senior Parliamentary official, warning that the action reflects a serious breakdown of due process within Parliament.
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January 26, 2026
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England slam T20 World Cup venue pitch at RPICS
Probably the worst pitch I've ever played - England Captain Harry Brook I don't think that's a great wicket for ODI cricket — Joe Root
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January 26, 2026
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Sabalenka, Alcaraz and Gauff book Australian Open quarter-finals
ARYNA Sabalenka has extended her reigns tiebreak queen to book a fourth successive appearance in the Australian Open quarterfinals before Carlos Alcaraz reached the last eight with a Tommy Paul takedown
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January 26, 2026
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First Technology Incubation Centre opens at Vavuniya University
THE opening of the first Technology Incubation Centre, established under the program for the establishment of Technology Incubation Centres being implemented by the Science and Technology Ministry, was held last week at the Vavuniya University Park Road premises.
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January 26, 2026
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Union Bank Horana branch relocates to enhance customer experience
UNION Bank Horana Branch relocated to a new and spacious premises at No. 99A1/A, Somananda Mawatha, Horana, further strengthening its presence in the Horana area whilst offering an enhanced banking experience to customers.
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January 26, 2026
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Namal, SLPP and SJB MPs in Odisha to participate in Indian Republic Day
AT the invitation of India, a group of MPs from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) and Samagi Jana Balaya (SJB) is in Indian State of Odisha to celebrate the Indian Republic Day, which falls on 26 January.
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January 26, 2026
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Evolution Auto unveils widest, most diverse Electric Vehicle portfolio for 2026
EVOLUTION AUTO, recently announced that it is fully geared for 2026 with the widest and most diverse electric vehicle portfolio available in the Sri Lankan market.
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January 26, 2026
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Navy overcome Sri Lions 29/25 in tight contest
NAVY Sports Club produced a great late surge to edge past Sri Lions 29/25 ina tightly contested encounter at Longdon Place last evening.
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January 26, 2026
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Dialog brings ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 closer to Sri Lankans
DIALOG Axiata PLC, last week hosted an event to mark the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026, bringing together stakeholders and cricket enthusiasts as Sri Lanka looks ahead to one of the world’s most anticipated sporting events.
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January 26, 2026
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Ceylinco Life opens first eco-friendly branch in Ambalantota
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January 26, 2026
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A city priced beyond its people
COLOMBO today stands as a troubling symbol of Sri Lanka’s widening urban inequality.
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January 26, 2026
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LOLC Holdings, PickMe and Browns EV collaborate to accelerate Sri Lanka's transition to inclusive electric mobility
LOLC Holdings PLC has entered into a strategic mobility collaboration with PickMe, to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) while creating an inclusive and sustainable vehicle ownership pathway for independent ride-hailing drivers across the country.
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January 26, 2026
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DFCC Bank donates Rs. 50 m to 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund
DFCC Bank has made a financial contribution of Rs. 50 million to the Government's ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, established to provide relief to people affected by Cyclone Ditwah.
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January 26, 2026
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Cricket players, officials slam ICC for Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup ouster
BICC brings in Scotland, next- highest ranked T20I team that originally missed T20 World Cup qualification Ex-players and cricket administrators question ICC's decision, saying it reeks of double standards and injustice
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January 26, 2026
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Property veterans Hisham Jamaldeen and Archie Warman join Lee Hedges Board
LEA Hedges PLC has appointed Hisham Jamaldeen and Archie Warman to its Board as Non-Independent Executive Directors.
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January 26, 2026
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Secondary Bond market rallies; parallel shift down of yield curve
THE secondary Bond market delivered a strong performance last week, with yields trending lower amid a marked improvement in system liquidity and a corresponding decline in money market rates.
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January 26, 2026
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Court dismisses People’s Bank appeal on RTI disclosure
THE Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal filed by People’s Bank, affirming a directive of the Right to Information Commission (RTIC) requiring the bank to release information sought by a customer under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, subject to redaction where necessary.
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January 26, 2026
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Fully loaded, fully life-proof, legendary Chetak is back
DAVID Pieris E-Mobility Ltd., the electric vehicle arm of the David Pieris Group of Companies, has announced the launch of the Chetak, marking the return of one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic scooter brands—now reimagined for the electric era.
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January 26, 2026
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CSE donates Rs. 25 m to 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund
THE Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) recently made a significant donation of Rs. 25 million to support the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund in support of post-Cyclone Ditwah reconstruction.
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January 26, 2026
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Unsung Central Bank heroes who braved the 1996 LTTE attack: Time to appreciate their heroism
THE Central Bank every year beginning from 1997 conducts a remembrance service in the morning of 31 January to tell the new Central Bankers of the gruesome attack by the LTTE on the country's key financial institution, the Central Bank, on that day in 1996.
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January 26, 2026
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Sulipuram Army Camp closed after more than 30 years
THE Sri Lanka Army has vacated the Sulipuram Army Camp, also known as Chulipuram, bringing to an end more than three decades of military presence at the site.
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January 26, 2026
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Insurance industry gets Rs. 92 b worth of Ditwah-related claims
Treasury says over 24,000 insurance claims received, settlements monitored by regulator Claims worth Rs. 47 b already settled, claims amounting to Rs. 45 b being processed
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January 24, 2026
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Apparel exporters welcome post-SVAT VAT refund gains
SLAEA Chairperson Rajitha Jayasuriya says most qualified apparel exporters already received October and November VAT refunds earlier than expected Commends collaboration between IRD, Presidential Task Force and industry, but stresses need for consistent performance Calls for faster rollout of e-invoicing across value chain, adherence to true risk-based audits for large refunds
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January 24, 2026
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Binance Research: Crypto crosses $4 t in 2025
Market prepares for institutional-led expansion in 2026
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January 24, 2026
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CSE ends week on new high, less than 50 points from 24,000 mark
THE Colombo stock market ended the week on a new year high with the benchmark index 43.49 points away from the 24,000 milestone.
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January 24, 2026
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Non-traditional markets drive tourism growth in 2025
Unconventional markets outpace traditional ones in YoY growth, showing diversification Pakistan, Bangladesh, Italy, Malaysia and Netherlands show notable YoY growth in 2025 Strongholds like India, Russia, UK, Germany, France and China post moderate growth rates
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January 24, 2026
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Dr. T.B. Jayah, the National Hero
DR. T.B. Jayah devoted his entire life for his community and the Nation in the struggle for obtaining Independence to Ceylon, to forge National Unity and communal harmony among all citizens to develop the educational standard of the whole country by whole heartedly supporting the policy making and implementation of he Reforms enunciated by the Board of Education ofthe State Council under the leadership of the Father of Free Education, Dr. C.W.W. Kannangara, and particularly to improve the overall standard of the Muslim community by providing political leadership, educational direction and the path for social regeneration.
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January 24, 2026
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CSE, SEC hold Investor Forum in Dubai
AN investor forum organised by the Colombo Stock Exchange and the Securities and Exchange Commission was held in Dubai on Thursday at the Sheraton Grand Hotel.
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January 24, 2026
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Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund exceeds Rs. 8.5 b, aid goods Rs. 23 b
Treasury Secretary says overwhelmed by the scale of support
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January 24, 2026
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Investing into an authentically sustainable planet
IT is only the bones that remain of over 600 humans.
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