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Ceylon Chamber appoints Krishan Balendra as Chairperson at 186th AGM
Krishan in a rare first follows deceased father and iconic Ken to give leadership to premier private sector lobby group
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June 27, 2025
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Agility Innovation powers first-ever Data Privacy and Protection Summit 2025 as Exclusive Platinum Partner
Shaping nation's digital future through leadership, innovation, and trust. | A historic first for Sri Lanka's digital landscape
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June 27, 2025
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Israel, stop the genocide; free Palestine; stop US-sponsored imperialist project in Middle-East
Following is a statement by the People's Struggle Alliance, on the ongoing US-sponsored genocide of the Palestinian people by the State of Israel, and the political crisis unfolding in the Middle East
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June 27, 2025
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City of Dreams Sri Lanka to launch on 2 August: Landmark in South Asian tourism and luxury
JOHN Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) and Melco Resorts & Entertainment (Melco) have announced the grand opening of City of Dreams Sri Lanka on 2 August.
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June 27, 2025
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Nissanka, Chandimal place Sri Lanka firmly in driving seat
PATHUM Nissanka, with his second century of the series, and Dinesh Chandimal, very unfortunate to miss three-figures by seven runs, placed Sri Lanka in the driving seat to push for a big first innings total at the end of the second day of the second cricket Test at the SSC Grounds yesterday.
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June 27, 2025
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Raising the bar: Sri Lanka's 30th National Bartenders Competition concludes with flair, passion, and progress
A landmark celebration of talent, diversity, and hospitality excellence as the Grand Finale crowns the nation's top bartenders
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June 27, 2025
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HIRDARAMANI APPAREL: WEAVING SUSTAINABILITY INTO THE CORE OF BUSINESS
For Hirdaramani Apparel, sustainability is not a standalone initiative – it is a way of doing business. With over a century of industry experience and a presence across Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Ethiopia and Vietnam, the Company has integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into every part of its value chain.
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June 27, 2025
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ComBank inspires collective commitment to sustainability with landmark national summit
First bank-led sustainability summit in Sri Lanka unites business, Govt., academia and civil society High-level dialogue on Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG), climate action, inclusive finance, and progress on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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June 27, 2025
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Sumathi Studios enters global arena with Rizana – A Caged Bird
Producer Jagath Sumathipala and Director Chandran Rutnam unveil cross- continental masterpiece starring Jeremy Irons and Varalaxmy Sarathkumar
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June 27, 2025
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Fine Arts Degree Show 2025 begins today
THE Department of Fine Arts, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, has announced the opening of “The Degree Show 2025”— an exhibition showcasing the work of 31 postgraduate students from the Master of Fine Arts degree program.
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June 27, 2025
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Bello Beach Bar by Browns Hotels & Resorts redefines coastal leisure on Sri Lanka's East Coast
PASIKUDA'S coastline, known for its calm waters and untouched beauty, recently welcomed a refreshing new addition with the launch of Bello Beach Bar at The Calm Resort & Spa, a property under Browns Hotels & Resorts. Bello introduces a new layer of coastal sophistication to the region, blending flavour, design, and Sri Lankan spirit into a one-of-a-kind experience.
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June 27, 2025
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Union Assurance showcases Suwamaga at IDF World Diabetes Congress 2025
UNION Assurance represented Sri Lanka at the IDF World Diabetes Congress 2025, held in Bangkok, Thailand. Organised by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), the Congress brought together over 6,800 participants from more than 165 countries under the theme, 'Shape the Future of Diabetes,' serving as a premier global platform for sharing the latest scientific breakthroughs, innovative care models, and impactful advocacy strategies in diabetes prevention and management as a cure is still elusive.
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June 27, 2025
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Medihelp Hospitals and Apollo Hospitals India sign clinical collaboration
MEDIHELP Hospitals and Apollo Hospitals Group-India have announced a strategic clinical collaboration during a grand ceremony at Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo.
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June 27, 2025
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Cinnamon Life shatters records at Chefs Guild Competition with historic culinary triumph
CINNAMON Life has officially redefined the culinary landscape of Sri Lanka, clinching an extraordinary 56 medals at the prestigious Chefs Guild of Lanka Culinary Art Competition 2025, the highest medal tally in the country’s history.
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June 27, 2025
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Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga: Sri Lanka's daughter of destiny
CHANDRIKA Bandaranaike Kumaratunga — who celebrates her 80th birthday on 29 June 2025 made history in November 1994 when she was elected as Sri Lanka's first female Executive President.
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June 27, 2025
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HNB partners Mediccon Healthcare to strengthen Sri Lanka's medical diagnostics sector with leasing solutions
STRENGTHENING its commitment to Sri Lanka's healthcare industry, HNB has partnered with Mediccon Healthcare to promote leasing solutions for advanced medical diagnostic equipment across the country. The partnership was officially announced at a signing ceremony held at HNB Towers.
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June 27, 2025
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Navigating Our Way – latest book on marine conservation
REFLECTING the broader insights and diverse voices revolutionising marine conservation, the book Navigating Our Way to Solutions in Marine Conservation written by Larry B. Crowder was released recently.
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June 27, 2025
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Govt. to import 40,000 tons of substitute rice to address Keeri Samba shortage
THE Food Policy and Security Committee has recommended the importation of 40,000 tons of rice substitutes to address the shortage of Keeri Samba rice in the country.
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June 27, 2025
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Legendary South African President Thabo Mbeki
Chief Guest at Capital Maharaja Annual Convention
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June 27, 2025
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Lanka IOC unveils Servo Futura NXT
A leap into the future of engine lubrication
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June 27, 2025
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Sri Lanka's most acclaimed Japanese restaurant Nihonbashi celebrates 30 years
MARKING three decades of popularising “Washoku” in Sri Lanka, Chef Dharshan Munidasa’s flagship restaurant celebrates its 30th anniversary on 28 June, a restaurant that began with a vision to bridge Japan and Sri Lanka through food and earned global recognition including being the first Sri Lankan restaurant on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list, ranking consecutively from 2013-2018.
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June 27, 2025
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SOORYA Matches honours nation’s brightest rising stars at Youth Top40 Awards 2025
SRI Lanka’s most anticipated celebration of young talent lit up the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo as SOORYA, the island’s trusted house-hold brand, ignited the Youth Top40 Awards 2025, presented by New Generation Sri Lanka. Eight extraordinary provincial stars emerged as trailblazers for the country’s youth, each embodying the spirit of innovation, leadership, and purpose that exemplify the values that the Awards seek to honour.
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June 27, 2025
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CSE sets new records as investors turn bullish
THE Colombo stock market yesterday rose to new heights amidst bullish investor sentiment.
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June 27, 2025
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Renewable energy: More serious focus is needed
IN the context of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran and carrying a significant risk of escalating into a potential war situation developing first as a regional war and a subsequent involvement of other global powers signalling eventualities unpredictable, we have to be seriously concerned about our fuel supplies and the consequential energy issues that we may have to face.
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June 27, 2025
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Iconic Nuwara Eliya Post Office building to be developed for tourism
Cabinet repeals decision to transfer Nuwara Eliya Post Office building and land to UDA
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June 27, 2025
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Suwasevana Hospital launches state-of-the-art Cardiothoracic Modular Theatre in Kandy
SUWASEVANA Hospital, one of the most trusted names in private healthcare in Sri Lanka's Central region, has further expanded its advanced surgical capabilities with the launch of a state-of-the-art Cardiothoracic Modular Theatre. Purpose-built to support complex cardiac procedures, this new facility underscores the hospital's continued commitment to excellence in patient care.
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June 27, 2025
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England's pace sensation returns for second India Test
HAVING last featured in a Test match back in 2021 against India, Jofra Archer has been added to the squad for the Edgbaston Test.
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June 27, 2025
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Five-member Cabinet Sub-Committee to review National Water Resources Policy
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Tuesday approved appointing a Cabinet Sub-Committee to review the existing National Water Resources Policy, aligning it with the Government’s policy direction.
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June 27, 2025
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Mobile public service program to address urban and rural development issues
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Tuesday approved implementing a mobile public service program to address pressing development issues faced by communities in underserved urban and rural areas.
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June 27, 2025
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Durdans Hospital launches Sri Lanka's first premium multidisciplinary wellness and rehabilitation centre
DURDANS Hospital has officially unveiled Revive by Durdans, Sri Lanka's first premium multidisciplinary wellness and rehabilitation centre marking a new era of personalised recovery, cutting-edge therapy, and comprehensive wellbeing.
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