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Sri Lanka will see overturn in external debt repayment in 2025: CBSL Chief
CENTRAL Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe on Wednesday provided a detailed breakdown of Sri Lanka’s external debt servicing outlook, noting that the country would see an overturn in its payments, which is considered good.
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November 28, 2025
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Dates of games and time changed as per SLR
Unbeaten Kandy, CR, CH, Havies to continue winning form
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November 28, 2025
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Sri Lanka Tourism assures tourists of safety
SRI Lanka Tourism yesterday said the country remains safe and fully open to visitors despite adverse weather affecting several regions, noting that major tourist destinations continue to operate without disruption.
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November 28, 2025
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Inclement weather conditions force postponement
2025-26 Major Club 3-day tournament.
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November 28, 2025
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Sri Lanka to host FICAC South Asia Conference 2026 in February
Association Of Consuls in Sri Lanka wins bid; event to boost investment, trade and tourism
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November 28, 2025
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GNEXT Sri Lanka wins "Best Distributor in the South Asian Region" at Xiaomi Global Partner Conference
GNEXT Sri Lanka has been awarded the prestigious Best Distributor in the South Asian Region title at the Xiaomi Global Partner Conference held in Beijing, China.
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November 28, 2025
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Banking veteran joins Seylan Developments Board
SEYLAN Developments PLC, a property development, administration and maintenance firm part of the Seylan Bank group, has appointed Ranil Dissanayake to its Board as a Non-Executive Director.
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November 28, 2025
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How to beat the NPP In 2029: BluePrints and Bloc parties
IF the NPP Government maintains the current IMF-driven economic trajectory, by 2029, a combined liberal political movement, led by Sajith Premadasa, under the UNP’s ‘Elephant’ Symbol, without the baggage of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, would comfortably defeat the incumbent President, Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
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November 28, 2025
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NPP Govt. shows its inability to handle disaster situation properly – S.M. Marikkar
Claims Govt. fails to handle disaster situations properly due to slow and uncoordinated decision-making Says effective national leadership must have ability to take swift, practical decisions, especially during emergencies Stresses Govt. has failed to implement any meaningful program to advance key national priorities such as economic recovery etc. Reiterates merger between UNP and SJB will proceed despite attempts to derail process Highlights traditional ‘Walau’ political culture has faded and princes only exist in dream worlds Assures SJB has no desire to create crisis to come to power as it believes in democratic political struggle Claims majority of people have now understood that NPP Govt. has incompetent leaders
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November 28, 2025
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SDB bank appoints industry veteran Aruna Jayasekera as Chief Human Resources Officer
SDB bank has announced the appointment of Aruna Jayasekera as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), marking another milestone in the Bank’s strategy to bring in proven industry experts who can elevate organisational standards and accelerate its transformation journey. This appointment reflects SDB bank’s renewed focus on strengthening its people agenda, enhancing the Employee Value Proposition (EVP), and building a culture that empowers employees to thrive.
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November 28, 2025
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Sri Lanka Institute of Architects presents “A Christmas Wish” by The Old Joes’ Choir
SRI Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA), which has been established by an Act of Parliament to govern the education and the practice of Architecture in Sri Lanka, the nation’s leading professional body governing architecture and the advancement of built environment of Sri Lanka, presents, “A Christmas Wish” in collaboration with The Old Joes’ Choir.
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November 28, 2025
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The SriLankan Airlines Paradox: When talent cannot overcome structural failure
RECENTLY I watched a lawmaker in Parliament suggesting that Dhammika Perera should be appointed CEO of SriLankan Airlines, which prompted me to write this opinion.
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November 28, 2025
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PRO WORLD POWERLIFTING CHAMPIONSHIP IN THAILAND
SL sends largest delegation yet to Pro World Powerlifting Championship in Thailand
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November 28, 2025
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Kandy Kings set to bring new energy to Sri Lanka’s golfing stage
SRI Lanka’s newest golfing franchise, Kandy Kings, made its official debut at an electric launch event held at the Amari Colombo on Wednesday, setting the tone for what promises to be a dynamic first season at the upcoming Ceylon Golf League (CGL).
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November 28, 2025
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US Envoy calls on President
Reaffirms commitment to deepening ties with SL to continue progress in 2026
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November 28, 2025
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Threads of equity: MAS Holdings’ journey of inclusion and impact
IN the quiet hum of production floors and design studios across continents, inclusion is not just spoken of—it is lived.
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November 28, 2025
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Under-15 Prima Super League final postponed
THE final encounter of the Under 15 Super League Final sponsored by Ceylon
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November 28, 2025
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NCINGA showcases agentic Al future and Gemini Enterprise to leading Sri Lankan corporate entities
NCINGA, in collaboration with Google Cloud, showcased the potential of Agentic AI to Sri Lanka's business leaders at an exclusive event, \"The Agent Advantage.
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November 28, 2025
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Hubbub SL: babel at the junc and torn between two+ voices
IN the wake of last week's Opposition rally at Nugegoda, one thing is clear: Sri Lanka the SL of this article's title is (as usual, perhaps as always) deeply divided over the babel sounds of political debate.
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November 28, 2025
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Anura Kumara Dissanayake a Sri Lankan President like no other
Anura Kumara Dissanayake who was elected last year as Sri Lanka's ninth Executive President celebrated his 57th birthday early this week on 24 November.
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November 28, 2025
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Defending Charith Asalanka & et al.
ON 11 November, a suicide attack outside a court in Pakistan's capital Islamabad killed 12 people and injured at least 27 others.
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November 28, 2025
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Chameera (4/20) bowls Sri Lanka to T20I Tri-Series final
Dushmantha Chameera produced a magnificent spell of seam bowling to carry Sri Lanka to the final of the T20I Tri-Series, when they beat Pakistan in an exciting final league game by six runs at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium yesterday.
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November 28, 2025
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A new business platform: BELGOLUX-Sri Lanka Business Council launches in Brussels
SRI Lanka Embassy in Belgium inaugurated the BELGOLUX-Sri Lanka Business Council (BLSBC), a dynamic new platform designed to strengthen trade, investment, and economic cooperation among Sri Lanka, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
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November 28, 2025
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People’s Micro-Commerce celebrates 15 years with inaugural awards ceremony amidst record-breaking growth
PEOPLE’S'§ Micro-Commerce (PML), a subsidiary of People’s Leasing and Finance PLC, celebrated its 15th anniversary with its inaugural awards ceremony at the Hilton Colombo.
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November 28, 2025
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AMW unveils new showroom in Kurunegala
ASSOCIATED Motorways Ltd., (AMW), a member of the Al-Futtaim Group, celebrated another important milestone with the grand opening of its brand new showroom in Kurunegala.
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November 28, 2025
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Germany-based Sri Lankan urges diaspora to invest in SL's economic revival
■ Says Sri Lanka has potential to be a key hotspot for cruise tourism in the Indian Ocean ■ Emphasises Sri Lanka is on the right track with the new administration ■ Asserts it is the right time for international companies to invest
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November 28, 2025
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Sri Lankan pride, global glory: Solar Booze sweeps service and performance excellence awards
SOLAR Booze Ltd has emerged as one of ri Lankas most recognised renewable energy companies in 2025, celebrating two prestigious awards on both international and national platforms.
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November 28, 2025
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BYD launches seventh fully-fledged showroom in Ratnapura
NEW Energy Vehicle (NEV) brand, BYD, together with its authorised distributor in Sri Lanka, John Keells CG Auto, announced the opening of its seventh showroom in Ratnapura, with plans to introduce a fully-fledged 3S (Sales, Service, and Spare Parts) facility in the near future.
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November 28, 2025
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RDB relocates Puthukkudiyiruppu branch to enhance customer convenience
AS part of the project to modernise its branch network, the RDB Bank, has relocated its Kanagarayankulam branch in the Northern Province to the Puthukkudiyiruppu town on 17 November 2025.
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November 28, 2025
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CEAT Kelani celebrates dealer excellence with memorable tours to Singapore and Thailand
TOP-PERFORMING CEAT Kelani dealers were rewarded with all-expenses-paid tours to Singapore and Thailand recently, as Sri Lanka's leading tyre brand celebrated exceptional sales achievements with a fusion of business recognition and world-class leisure under its 2025 \"Travel with CEAT” rewards program.
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