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City of Dreams Sri Lanka appoints Chef Ye Panwang to lead Chinese culinary excellence at Spice 8
CITY of Dreams Sri Lanka has announced the appointment of Chef Ye Panwang as Chef de Cuisine, bringing over two decades of international culinary expertise to its dynamic dining portfolio and further strengthening the destination’s commitment to world-class gastronomy.
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May 08, 2026
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Dr. Ganeshan Wignaraja cautions Sri Lanka needs to plan a 18th IMF program
@ At RCSS Strategic Dialogue - 4 stresses ‘Ditwah’ and ‘Middle East War’ compounds fragile recovery
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May 08, 2026
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LankaPay powers Kandy Sports Club as Associate Partner
LANKAPAY, Sri Lanka's national payment network, recently announced its collaboration with the Kandy Sports Club as an Associate Partner, reinforcing its commitment to supporting sporting excellence.
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May 08, 2026
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Vietnam President arrives on State visit, to address Parliament today
■ Trade, investment, tourism and industrial cooperation expected to dominate discussions ■ Direct flights between Colombo and Ho Chi Minh City/Hanoi to be launched ■ SL-Vietnam to sign five MoUs including on tourism and technological development
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May 08, 2026
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University of Kelaniya-led global trial finds three-in-one blood pressure pill can cut repeat stroke risk by 40%
A landmark international clinical trial has found that a once-daily three-in-one blood pressure pill can significantly reduce the risk of repeat strokes among patients who have survived a brain bleed, also known as a haemorrhagic stroke.
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May 08, 2026
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iPhone 17 tops global smartphone sales in 1Q 2026
THE iPhone 17 emerged as the world’s best-selling smartphone in the first quarter of 2026, accounting for 6% of global shipments, according to preliminary data from Counterpoint Research.
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May 08, 2026
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Sri Lanka must capture more of India’s outbound travel boom: Tourism Deputy Minister
■ Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe addressing Global Innovation and Leadership Summit acknowledges major gap in Sri Lanka's tourism strategy towards India ■ Describes India as a key market that cushions seasonal fluctuations in other source markets ■ Says AI and digital consumer trends are reshaping tourism demand ■ Identifies agriculture, marine industries and creative economy as sectors with significant growth potential
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May 08, 2026
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Sri Lanka’s real estate leaders chart 10-year vision at landmark RIUNIT forum
Industry, Govt. and investor voices converge at Port City Sales Gallery to launch long-term roadmap for Sri Lankan real estate
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May 08, 2026
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Siyapatha Finance opens 62nd branch in Horana City
SIYAPATHA FINANCE PLC yesterday said that it has unveiled its newest branch in Horana, successfully expanding its islandwide branch network to 62 branches.
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May 08, 2026
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Secondary Bond yields rally on news of possible US-Iran deal
THE Secondary bond market saw yields decline considerably yesterday, on the back of news that the US and Iran were closing in on a deal to end the war, sparking a relief rally.
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May 08, 2026
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Vijay's TVK shatters Tamil Nadu's Dravidian duopoly: A new era for India and Sri Lanka
IN one of the most dramatic political upheavals in southern India in over half a century, actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, winning 108 of 234 seats in the 23 April elections.
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May 08, 2026
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Court orders re-arrest of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena
■ CIABOC seeks arrest citing alleged violation of bail conditions ■ Former CEO had been granted bail two days earlier by Colombo Magistrate’s Court
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May 08, 2026
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WEBXPAY appoints Nemantha Abeysinghe to strengthen Board; corporate governance
WEBXPAY Ltd., a leading digital payments and financial solutions provider in Sri Lanka, has announced the appointment of Nemantha Nilhan Abeysinghe as an Independent Non-Executive Director to its Board.
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May 08, 2026
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The $ 2.5 m disconnect: Systems transition, national confusion, and future of debt management
THE recent diversion of $ 2.5 million intended for Australia has triggered a national firestorm.
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May 08, 2026
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Dr. Nimali Jayasuriya inducted as 20th President of Sri Lanka College of Sexual Health and HIV Medicine
DR. Nimali Dilrukshini Vidanagamage Jayasuriya has been elected as the 20th President of the Sri Lanka College of Sexual Health and HIV Medicine.
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May 08, 2026
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Beyond the label: How independent is an independent Director, really?
RECENTLY, a colleague raised an important question during a discussion: ‘‘How independent is an independent director, really?’’
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May 08, 2026
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Sri Lanka Rugby stands tall and proud showcasing national pride in action
THE New Zealand Under-85kg Rugby Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 concluded on a high note, with two compelling legs showcasing the very best of Sri Lankan rugby.
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May 08, 2026
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Hilton Colombo brings Seoulful flavours to Graze Kitchen
HILTON Colombo presents ‘Seoulful Flavours at Graze,’ a 10-day culinary showcase at Graze Kitchen, celebrating the richness and diversity of South Korean cuisine.
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May 08, 2026
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People’s Bank supports National QR Payment Adoption Program
PEOPLE’S Bank yesterday announced its commitment to the National QR Payment Adoption Program and accelerate the country’s journey towards a digital economy.
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May 08, 2026
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Audit Service Commission gets four new members
FOUR newly-appointed members of the Audit Service Commission took the oath of secrecy before Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne in Parliament on Monday.
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May 08, 2026
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CSE closes on 10-week high, gains 13.5% from post-ME war low
THE Colombo stock market yesterday reached a 10-week high, closing on the up for the second straight session continuing from the sharp rebound the previous session.
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May 08, 2026
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Premium Ceylon Tea on show at 20th Beijing International Tea and Tea Ceremony expo
SRI Lanka made a vibrant presence at the 20th Beijing International Tea and Tea Ceremony Exhibition (Spring Edition), held from 17-20 April at the National Agricultural Exhibition Centre in Beijing, promoting world-renowned Ceylon Tea and its uniqueness.
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May 08, 2026
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Mila Fashion clarifies position on Welioya operations and employee support
MILA Fashion Ltd., has clarified that it has not ceased operations, following recent media reports concerning its Welioya facility. The company stated that it is currently carrying out a temporary and structured operational consolidation as part of a broader business continuity measure, in response to global market conditions affecting the apparel sector.
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May 08, 2026
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ITAK's Shanakiyan urges Govt. to address pension taxation and eligibility issues
OPPOSITION MP and Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) Leader Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam yesterday called on the Government to provide clearer solutions to several issues affecting pension beneficiaries and public sector employees.
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May 08, 2026
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Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility: Lessons for public institutions in a digital era
THE recent cyber incident involving Sri Lanka’s Treasury offers a timely moment to reflect on how cybersecurity is approached within Government institutions.
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May 08, 2026
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ADB says global value chains boost regional growth, but gains uneven in Asia Pacific
GREATER specialisation in the stages of global production has helped Asia and the Pacific achieve economic growth, create jobs, and reduce poverty over the past quarter century, according to the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Asian Development Policy Report 2026 launched at ADB’s 59th Annual Meeting.
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May 08, 2026
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City of Dreams presents Chef Suresh Pillai’s exclusive takeover at Indiya
THE celebrated culinary visionary brings an immersive Kerala coastal tasting experience to Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
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May 08, 2026
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WHO monitors Hantavirus outbreak, says global risk remains low
No travel or trade restrictions recommended at present
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May 08, 2026
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Ajahn Brahmali Thero reminds Sri Lankans to cultivate right view
Shares key insights to the interconnectedness of the four noble truths and the eightfold path in Buddhism to establishing a healthy relationship with the overarching possibility of death
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May 08, 2026
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India's landmark assembly elections
THE recently concluded assembly elections in India would undoubtedly go down as one of the watershed moments in the electoral annals of the world’s largest democracy.
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