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Govt. budget deficit down 32% in 1H 2025
New Finance Ministry report says 1H revenue up 24.7% to Rs. 2.3 t Revenue collection in 1H 46.9% of annual target Vehicle tax collection surges 335% to Rs. 129 b, as flagged by IMF in its July review Expenditure grows 10.9% to Rs. 2.7 t, but capital spending critical for growth declines
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August 06, 2025
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Matured Gill reflects on lessons from hard-fought England series
AN elated Shubman Gill and Mohammed Siraj looked back on a tough and challenging series on English soil after India’s triumph at The Oval.
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August 06, 2025
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Govt. invites 99-year lease proposals for Charmers Granary property
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved a plan to call for investment proposals to lease the Charmers Granary property in Colombo Fort for a period of 99-years, based on the current valuation provided by the Government Chief Assessor:
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August 06, 2025
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Parliament votes to remove IGP Deshabandu Thennakoon
A Committee of Inquiry found Thennakoon guilty of 19 out of 23 charges Allegations include gross abuse of power and serious misuse of authority First IGP to be sacked by Parliament
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August 06, 2025
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Bond yields steady
THE secondary bond market yesterday saw yields remaining anchored broadly around prevailing levels.
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August 06, 2025
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Presidential Task Force to boost tourism development
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the establishment of a Presidential Task Force to drive the rapid and sustainable development of Sri Lanka's tourism industry, in line with the Government's policy declaration \"A new tourism industry - An attractive destination.\"
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August 06, 2025
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Four local firms granted 'approved enterprise' status for spice re-exports
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday granted 'approved enterprises' status for four local companies engaged in the processing and re-export of selected spices in the form of oil extracts, oleoresin and residue.
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August 06, 2025
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Häcker Kitchens Germany partners Marina Square – Uptown Colombo to bring world class kitchens to you
FINCO Trading Ltd., the exclusive partner of Häcker Germany and Marina Square – Uptown Colombo, has announced its official collaboration to bring German precision to Sri Lanka’s premier harbourfront condominium development.
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August 06, 2025
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Defence Ministry has its say over remanding of former Navy Commander Ulugetenne
With reference to the article titled “Letter of concern to Defence Secretary over arrest of former navy Chief” published on 31 July in the Daily FT (https://www.ft.lk/ opinion/Letter-of concern-to-Defence-Secretary-over arrest-of-former-navy-Chief/14-779697), the Legal Division of the Defence Ministry has issued the following statement.
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August 06, 2025
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People’s Bank named as “Sri Lanka’s Best Digital and Diversity-Focused Bank” at Euromoney Awards 2025
PEOPLE’S Bank has once again asserted its leadership in Sri Lanka’s financial sector by being named “Sri Lanka’s Best Bank for Diversity and Inclusion” and “Sri Lanka’s Best Digital Bank” at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025. These dual accolades underscore the bank’s sustained commitment to digital transformation and its pioneering efforts in fostering an inclusive, people-first banking culture.
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August 06, 2025
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Man Utd make £ 74 m bid for RB Leipzig striker Sesko
MANCHESTER United have made a bid for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko with the overall package potentially rising to € 85 million euros (£ 73.8 million).
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August 06, 2025
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Plate still hunted by Trinity
THE trio consisting of DSS, Joes, and Kingswood are still in the open hunt for the Plate Title, as they stand with 23, 20 and 18 points respectively.
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August 06, 2025
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Expolanka makes good start at MCA Premier League 50 over tournament
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August 06, 2025
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EDB hosts SFA delegation to advance poultry exports from Sri Lanka to Singapore
Emphasises Sri Lanka's potential to supply high-quality poultry products, backed by its disease-free status, strategic geographic position and competitive product offerings EDB and DAPH shortlists several local companies for potential export to Singapore; applications already been submitted to the SFA
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August 06, 2025
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India hits back at US, EU duplicity over its Russian oil imports
Government of India says targeting of India is unjustified and unreasonable Says India will take all necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and economic security Points to how both US and EU continue to maintain extensive trade relations with Russia Asserts that US and EU continue to import energy, metals, fertilisers, uranium and other chemicals and high-value industrial goods from Russia
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August 06, 2025
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AIA Sri Lanka rises from Silver to Gold at Hashtag Asia Awards 2025
AIA Sri Lanka has elevated its standing on the regional stage, winning Gold in the ‘Best Social Media Campaign: Facebook’ category at the Hashtag Asia Awards 2025.
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August 06, 2025
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Govt. budget...
However, capital expenditure and net lending fell 8.6% to Rs. 224 billion. Here too, the IMF indicated further steps were needed to enhance the execution of capital spending to support growth.
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August 06, 2025
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Cultivating change: Cooperative-led regenerative revolution
An in-depth conversation with International Cooperative Alliance Director General Jeroen Douglas.
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August 06, 2025
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LOLC Al-Falaah dominates SLIBFI Awards 2025 with five golden triumphs
LOLC Al-Falaah, the Alternate Financial Services unit of LOLC Finance PLC, has once again cemented its position as Sri Lanka’s undisputed leader in the Islamic Banking and Finance space, achieving an extraordinary triumph at the 14th Sri Lanka Islamic Banking and Financial Industry (SLIBFI) Awards 2025.
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August 06, 2025
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Urban regeneration housing projects to resume with over Rs. 7 b investment
THE Cabinet of Ministers has approved the resumption of two long-delayed housing developments in Colombage Mawatha Housing Project and the Torrington Mawatha Housing Project under the Urban Regeneration Project with an investment of Rs. 7.48 billion.
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August 06, 2025
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Power hitting specialist Wood concludes training program
POWER hitting specialist Julian Wood took on the Sri Lanka women cricketers on the final day of his week-long training program with the Sri Lanka players and coaches at the NCC grounds yesterday.
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August 06, 2025
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Sanken Overseas makes strategic investment in CL Synergy Group
SANKEN Overseas yesterday announced that it has made inroads into the freight and logistics sector through an investment in CL Synergy.
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August 06, 2025
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DMASL Digital Summit 2025 sets new regional benchmark
THE Digital Marketing Association of Sri Lanka (DMASL) concluded the DMASL Digital Summit 2025, a landmark two-day event held on 24-25 July at Waters Edge, Colombo.
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August 06, 2025
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Revolution in farming: Shaktiman’s Baler and Dhaan Mitram Rotavator debut in Sri Lanka
SHAKTIMAN India (Tirth Agro Technology Ltd.), the world’s largest manufacturer of rotary tillers, has officially introduced two of its advanced agricultural machines — the Shaktiman Baler and the 9-feet “Dhaan Mitram” Rotavator — to the Sri Lankan market for the very first time.
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August 06, 2025
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Marine pollution issues relating to nurdles spill in Sri Lanka
BETWEEN May and June 2021, the MV X-Press Pearl incident released over 1,680 tons of nurdles into Sri Lanka's marine environment. This event is regarded as the largest single incident of marine plastic pollution in history, with severe and long-lasting consequences for ecosystems, fishing industries, and coastal communities.
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August 06, 2025
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Minister reveals President's Fund scholarships went to children and relatives of politicians
URBAN Development, Construction and Housing Minister Anura Karunathilaka yesterday told Parliament that children and relatives of Presidents, Ministers and Parliamentarians had benefited from the President's Fund scholarships between 2005 and 2014.
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August 06, 2025
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The history debate: Which history?
IT took almost four decades and tens of thousands of deaths for Sri Lanka to adopt a language policy matching national and international realities.
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August 06, 2025
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Confederation of MSMI welcomes 'bold export tax reform'
THE Confederation of Micro, Small and Medium Industries (MSMI) has extended its congratulations to the Government for the successful introduction of the 20% export tax policy.
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August 06, 2025
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Roar AdX delivers Meta platform-led experience at DMASL Digital Summit 2025
ROAR AdX, the official Meta advertising partner at the DMASL Digital Summit 2025, played a dynamic role in this year's gathering of South Asia's digital marketing community, reinforcing its commitment to platform excellence and Sri Lanka's digital growth journey.
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August 06, 2025
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Sri Lanka to host first leg of Legends Tour 2026 at RCGC
SRI Lanka will make golfing history in 2026 as it prepares to host the inaugural Legends Tour 2026 from 26 January to 1 February at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) marking the first time the Legends Tour will be played on Sri Lankan soil.
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