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President calls for permanent housing solutions in high-risk disaster-prone areas
Instructs officials to gather accurate data for effective compensation disbursement Calls for long-term solutions to avoid repeat disaster-related housing damage Initial estimates show over 1,200 homes destroyed, 44,500 partially damaged
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December 06, 2025
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South Korea provides emergency relief to Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah
IN response to the severe impact caused by the tropical cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka, the Government of the Republic of Korea has committed an amount of $ 500,000 to provide emergency relief for the affected communities across the island.
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December 06, 2025
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JXG's Holistic Leadership Summit 2025 champions blueprint for corporate steadiness and human-centred growth
IN a world increasingly defined by volatility and rapid change, JXG (Janashakthi Group) recognises leadership as a shared journey of growth, authenticity, and collective purpose.
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December 06, 2025
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Cross-party Opposition MPs visit cyclone-hit Kandy district
A cross-party group of Opposition MPs recently visited the Kandy District, the area hit hardest by the recent extreme weather.
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December 06, 2025
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Santani Foundation presents “Gurukulaya”
Documentary as part of vital Samula heritage festival - celebration of traditional Sri Lankan dance
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December 06, 2025
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People's Bank partners Western Provincial Council to offer concessional MSME loans
PEOPLE’S Bank and the Western Provincial Council have signed an agreement to provide concessional loan facilities to Micro and Small Entrepreneurs in the Western Province at a low interest rate of 3%.
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December 06, 2025
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Abans sustains unbeaten run in MCA D division 50 Over League
ABANS Group has maintained their unbeaten status by crushing Power Hand Plantations by 100 runs and thus advanced to the Semi Finals in the 6th Ceylon Biscuits Ltd., sponsored “CBL Munchee Trophy” MCA D division 50 Over League Tournament 2026 at
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December 06, 2025
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Naina Thambi sworn in as Member of Parliament
NAINA Thambi Marrikkar Mohamed Thahir was sworn in yesterday as a Member of the 10th Parliament before Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne.
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December 06, 2025
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PM thanks diplomatic community for swift response, flags ongoing post-flood challenges
THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism yesterday hosted a special briefing for Sri Lanka’s diplomatic community, chaired by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya alongside Minister Vijitha Herath.
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December 06, 2025
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India rushes critical infrastructure, medical support, and drinking water
INDIA continues to expand its comprehensive support to Sri Lanka with critical infrastructure assistance, and safe drinking water initiatives, while continuing rescue and relief operations, reinforcing recovery and rebuilding the cyclone-affected areas under Operation Sagar Bandhu.
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December 06, 2025
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Experience on rebuilding funds: Selective amnesia?
THE Government's announcement of the establishment of the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund” generated a lot of attention, mostly of the wrong kind.
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December 06, 2025
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An unhappy commentary
Faced with crisis, the man of character falls back on himself. He imposes his own stamp of action, takes responsibility for it, makes it his own - Charles de Gaulle
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December 06, 2025
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ELPITIYA PLANTATIONS PLC ONCE AGAIN RECOGNISED AMONG THE TOP 10 BEST CORPORATE CITIZENS OF SRI LANKA AT BCCS AWARDS 2025
Elpitiya Plantations PLC achieved outstanding recognition at the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2025, organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.
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December 05, 2025
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Foreign fund says Sri Lanka now one of its top picks
AFC Asia Frontier Fund Co-Fund Manager Ruchir Desai on Tuesday delivered an upbeat assessment of Sri Lanka's capital market outlook, noting that the country is entering one of its most promising phases in a decade, with political stability, macroeconomic recovery, and undervalued equities creating \"a strong platform for growth.\"
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December 05, 2025
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President instructs prompt farmer compensation payments
Reviews recovery plans for industrial sector
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December 05, 2025
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First post-debt crisis Dollar Bond issue snapped up
Govt. raises required $ 50 m from Domestic Dollar Bond issue offered to local banks Total bids amount to $ 89 m
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December 05, 2025
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India sends Bailey bridge units and team to aid recovery efforts
AN Indian Air Force C-17 arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday with modular Bailey bridge components and a 25-member team to support recovery work following the floods and landslides.
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December 05, 2025
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India delivers more disaster relief, medical team arrives
INDIA delivered another relief cargo on Wednesday evening aboard a C-17 aircraft and was formally received by former Director Preparedness at the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) Sunil Jayaweera, (currently volunteering post-retirement) alongside Deputy Director of Preparedness at the DMC Indika Pushakumara and Foreign Affairs Deputy Director Diana Perera.
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December 05, 2025
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Nearly 250 km of major roads damaged
Transport and Highways Ministry says 247 km of A- and B-grade roads across country damaged by adverse weather 40 bridges destroyed and 81 road sections remain closed to traffic
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December 05, 2025
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Treasury pushes insurers to fast-track Ditwah-related claim settlements
IN a bid to expedite the post-Ditwah recovery, Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma recently met with officials of the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) and industry CEOs to discuss measures to fast-track Cyclone Ditwah and flood-related insurance claim settlements.
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December 05, 2025
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CEB restores 85% of power connections damaged by Ditwah
Nearly 56% of electricity connections broke down
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December 05, 2025
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Sampath Bank honoured at Presidential Environmental Awards 2025
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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December 05, 2025
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Hayleys Fentons launches 'The Green Blueprint - ESG Roadmap 2030'
HAYLEYS Fentons Ltd., has unveiled 'The Green Blueprint - ESG Roadmap 2030' aligning sustainability consciousness with its long-term business aspirations.
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December 05, 2025
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Nearly Rs. 700 m raised for 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka'
SRI Lanka’s post-cyclone recovery has entered a critical rebuilding phase, with Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma yesterday announcing that almost Rs. 700 million has already been collected through official donation accounts, driven by contributions from over 30,000 donors across 33 countries.
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December 05, 2025
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IMF ready to provide additional support to help SL recovery
IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack expresses solidarity with Sri Lankans affected by extreme weather
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December 05, 2025
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Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences under pressure
Senior Fellow of Advance HE Susan Gasson sheds insights to global challenge for early career researchers
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December 05, 2025
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Sri Lanka to unveil sweeping tariff overhaul next year: Official
Aims to boost export competitiveness, expand FTAs, improve trade facilitation Trade Secretary K.A. Vimalenthirarajah says engaging US on mineral resources, addressing non-tariff barriers
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December 05, 2025
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AIA Insurance shines at SLIM National Sales Awards 2025
AIA Insurance shines at SLIM National Sales Awards 2025 with multiple wins
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December 05, 2025
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Sri Lanka’s coffee reawakening: The Beans Coffee Factory leads new global chapter
A landmark showcase, a royal guest, and a UK partnership propel Sri Lankan specialty coffee onto the world stage
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December 05, 2025
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE PANEL OF EVALUATORS
It is a pleasure to extend my congratulations to all organisations recognised at this year’s Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards.
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