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Navin calls for formal alliance between UNP and SJB
UNP Vice President and Kandy District Leader, Navin Dissanayake, on Saturday, stressed that any proposed merger between the UNP and the SJB must be carried out formally rather than in an ad hoc manner.
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May 11, 2026
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Treasury theft: Speaker's conduct brought to IPU's attention: SJB
SJB MP Dayasiri Jayasekera has sought the intervention of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) to pressure the JVP-NPP government to respect the rights of the Opposition.
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May 11, 2026
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RTS Holdings' tea factories achieve zero carbon manufacturing certification
RTS Holdings has reached a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s tea industry with its Hidellana and Avissawella Tea Factories being awarded the prestigious Zero Carbon Manufacturing Certification by The Sustainable Future Group, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable tea production.
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May 11, 2026
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Healthy minds, safe workplaces: A shared responsibility for Sri Lanka future of work
ILO: She wakes before the mist clears.
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May 11, 2026
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Access Motors launches Range Rover Boutique Residency in Colombo
To deepen its engagement with luxury clients, Access Motors has launched a Range Rover Boutique Residency in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
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May 11, 2026
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Janashakthi Finance relocates Nugegoda branch
Janashakthi Finance PLC, a member of JXG (Janashakthi Group), has relocated its Nugegoda Branch to a more accessible and customer-friendly location at No. 136/5, S. De S. Jayasinghe Mawatha, Nugegoda, further strengthening its commitment to convenience and service excellence.
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May 11, 2026
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IIHS and Akutagawa HRM launch pathway for Sri Lankan youth to build healthcare careers in Japan
The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), in partnership with Akutagawa HRM Company, has launched the Japanese Care Professional Programme to help Sri Lankan youth build careers in Japan’s healthcare sector.
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May 11, 2026
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HNB introduces tailored financing for 447 Luna Tower apartments
HNB PLC, the leading private bank in Sri Lanka, has entered a significant new chapter in its legacy of enabling homeownership through a strategic partnership for 447 Luna Tower with Union Place Apartments (Pvt) Ltd., a Belluna Lanka company.
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May 11, 2026
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Thayalan Bartlett named APAC future leader
Thayalan Bartlett, Executive Chairman of MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka, has been named to Campaign Asia-Pacific's inaugural 50 Over Fifty 2026 list.
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May 11, 2026
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Lakers one game from exit as Thunder and Cavs win
The Oklahoma City Thunder moved to the brink of another Western Conference Finals appearance with a dominant 131-108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers to take a commanding lead in the playoffs.
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May 11, 2026
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Iran demands guarantees for World Cup participation
Iran has indicated it will take part in this summer's football World Cup, but has demanded a series of guarantees from Fifa and the tournament's hosts amid growing tensions surrounding the team's participation.
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May 11, 2026
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SL becoming a useful market signal for investors watching ZKTOR's South Asian push
Sri Lanka is becoming a useful market signal for investors watching ZKTOR's South Asian push.
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May 11, 2026
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EU supports development of Net-Zero Roadmap for Lanka's textile and apparel sector
The inception workshop for the development of a Net-Zero Roadmap for Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel sector was held last Thursday at the Hilton Colombo Residences, marking the official launch of a nationally significant initiative, under the European Union (EU)-funded “Accelerating Industries’ Climate Response in Sri Lanka” (AICRSL) project.
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May 11, 2026
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Nüwa at City of Dreams celebrates 5-star recognition
Nüwa at City of Dreams Sri Lanka, the luxury flagship hotel within South Asia’s first fully integrated luxury resort, marked a significant milestone with a special press conference and celebration honouring its prestigious 5-Star recognition, further reinforcing its position as one of the leading luxury hospitality destinations in the region.
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May 11, 2026
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Workplace heat stress and workwear
As global temperatures continue to rise and heatwaves become more frequent, the issue of workplace heat stress has moved to the forefront of occupational health discussions.
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May 11, 2026
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The Pearl of the Indian Ocean tarnished by digital division?
A pearl forms as an oyster patiently layers nacre around an irritant, transforming adversity into enduring beauty.
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May 11, 2026
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The hidden world of wild elephants
Young photographer captures rare moments of love, survival and intelligence in Udawalawe National Park's Wilderness
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May 11, 2026
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Public seminar on Annual Economic Review 2025
The Centre for Banking Studies (CBS) of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has organised a public seminar to present and discuss the Annual Economic Review 2025, a flagship publication that offers a comprehensive account of the nation's economic performance over the past year.
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May 11, 2026
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At Asia's crossroads, Sri Lanka must decide how it will join the future
In the ancient Silk Road city of Samarkand, where merchants once connected civilisations through trade and ideas, a new conversation unfolded from 3-6 May at the 59th Annual Meetings of the Asian Development Bank.
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May 11, 2026
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CBSL and Australia's S4IE programme partner to advance digital financial literacy for MSMEs
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Australia’s Skills for an Inclusive Economy (S4IE) programme to launch a pilot initiative aimed at enhancing digital financial literacy among micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
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May 11, 2026
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DIMO Engine Care elevates precision engineering with modern facility
The upgraded facility offers a comprehensive range of engine repair and rebuilding services
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May 11, 2026
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Inextricable Group appoints Jayantha Peiris as SVP digital and enterprise transformation
Inextricable Group, a British boutique IT consultancy, has appointed Jayantha Peiris as Senior Vice President of Digital and Enterprise Transformation.
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May 11, 2026
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Lalkantha cites Lenin: “No women’s liberation while kitchen culture exists”
Agriculture, Livestock and Lands Minister KD Lalkantha invoked the views of Soviet revolutionary leader Vladimir Lenin on women’s emancipation while addressing the opening of a new state-run childcare facility in Battaramulla last week.
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May 11, 2026
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SMEs cannot be an afterthought in tax policy
Tre proposed reduction in the VAT registration threshold, aimed at increasing Government revenue, has generated growing concern among SME operators and tax professionals.
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May 11, 2026
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Ven Gomagoda Sri Rathanasara Nayaka Thero passes away at 81
The Most Venerable Gomagoda Sri Rathanasara Nayaka Thero, Senior Member of the Karaka Sangha Sabha of the Asgiriya Chapter of the Siam Nikaya, has passed away at the age of 81.
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May 11, 2026
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Gill, Rashid lead GT's demolition of Rajasthan Royals
Gujarat Titans rode their red-hot momentum wave to keep the Rajasthan Royals winless in Jaipur with a 77-run win, marking their biggest ever victory in their relatively short IPL history.
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May 11, 2026
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Smith’s historic straight-track 19.5
At first, all you can make out is a blur of six figures getting into sprinting motion far down the light brown cinder track.
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May 11, 2026
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Sinner begins bid for history with win in Rome
World number one Jannik Sinner began his bid for more tennis history with a straightforward victory against Sebastian Ofner in the Italian Open second round.
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May 11, 2026
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US, Lanka partner to advance American AI leadership in higher education
The United States is strengthening its global leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) by partnering with Sri Lanka to help shape the country’s first national AI policy framework for higher education.
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May 11, 2026
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Police inform Fort Magistrate's Court of finding ex-CEO of SriLankan dead under suspicious circumstances
Police yesterday informed the Fort Magistrate's Court that former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer, Kapila Chandrasena, had been found dead under suspicious circumstances.
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