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Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
New gold-loan rules strengthen safeguards; limited rating impact seen: Fitch
Sri Lanka’s tighter capital requirements for gold-backed lending would have a largely manageable impact on the banks and finance companies while strengthening the prudential safeguards, Fitch Ratings said, although several finance firms could face increased pressure on the already weak capital positions.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Fraudulent dollar flight GOVT. TO BRING FRESH LAWS TO CURB MONEY LAUNDERING
Transactions carried out by exploiting loopholes in the Foreign Exchange Act No. 12 of 2017 US$85Mn transferred under the guise of import payments Rs. 12.89Bn transferred through 953 transactions to 256 companies in 26 countries
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Economic recovery gathers pace as construction, finance drive 5.1% GDP growth
» ECONOMY GREW TO RS.3.65TN AT CONSTANT 2015 PRICES DURING JANUARY-MARCH PERIOD, UP FROM RS.3.48TN A YEAR EARLIER
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Authorities examine crypto regulations as digital economy drive gathers pace
Sri Lanka is moving closer to establishing a regulatory framework for virtual assets, as the policymakers and financial regulators grapple with the growing risks posed by the unregulated cryptocurrency trading, offshore platforms and cross-border digital transactions.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Doctors flag rising health threat to children amid rainy season
Dengue, respiratory infections, chikungunya, meningitis and diarrhoeal diseases currently on the rise
1 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Sea Street gold prices surge
The gold prices climbed sharply yesterday, with the local bullion dealers reporting a steep increase in the sovereign prices after the international gold rates rose above US $ 4,300 an ounce, amid the heightened investor demand for safe-haven assets.
1 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Manikdena: Where forests whisper history
Nestled in serenity Manikdena offers not only history and culture, but also a quiet spiritual charm that lingers long after a visit
4 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
APGC junior golf at RCGC
The APGC championship 2026 will be conducted at the Royal Colombo Golf Club from June 17 to 19.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Sallay's condition stable, no critical health risks: Minister Nalinda Jayatissa
Says a specialised team of medical doctors is closely monitoring his well-being
1 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
US-Iran deal 'all signed; Trump Hormuz traffic will rise significantly
The United States and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding to end a near four-month war, senior U.S. officials said on Monday, adding that a formal signing ceremony would take place on Friday and shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz would significantly but gradually ramp up, Reuters news agency said.
2 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
UNDERSTANDING THE PSYCHOLOGY BEHIND SERIAL KILLER Victim Selection
Behind every victim chosen by a serial killer lies more than chance. The selection may appear random on the surface, yet beneath it often exists a calculated interaction between vulnerability, psychological projection, and the offender's desire for control. To understand why certain individuals become targets, it is necessary to move beyond the crime itself and examine the mind that selected the victim.
4 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Week begins in green
Indices closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Sampath Bank, Commercial Bank and John Keells Holdings with the turnover crossing Rs. 4.0 Bn.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
‘Mysteries of the Ganges’
JETWING JOURNEYS UNVEILS
2 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Janashakthi Life extends protection beyond traditional age limits
Janashakthi Life has introduced a landmark innovation in life insurance, launching a new benefit that extends protection beyond traditional age limits and redefines long-term financial security for Sri Lankan customers.
1 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Vedda Chief's 79th birthday celebrated with religious fervour
Vedda Chief Wanaspati Uruwarige Wannila Aththo on Sunday celebrated his 79th birthday at his house in Dambana in a grand way with Mahiyangana Divisional Secretary Wimansa Seneviratne as the Chief Guest.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
RCGC champions at Eagles Quadrangular golf
Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) became champions of the Eagles’ Quadrangular Cup Golf Championship 2026 held at the scenic Eagles’ Citadel Golf Course in Sigiriya last weekend.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
US -Iran deal ‘all signed; Trump Hormuz traffic will rise significantly
He added that the MOU would be made public within 24 to 48 hours.
1 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Doctors flag rising health threat to children amid rainy season
Parents are advised to seek urgent care if children develop fast or difficult breathing and to keep sick children away from school to prevent further spread.
1 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Sallay's condition stable, no critical health risks:
He said that even prior to being admitted to the National Hospital, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) immediately attended to every single health complaint raised by Sallay, including specific dental issues and skin conditions.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Port City Colombo Forum in Dubai positions Sri Lanka as South Asia's gateway for UAE business expansion
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in the United Arab Emirates and the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, in collaboration with Colombo Port City Economic Commission and CHEC Port City Colombo Pvt. Ltd., hosted ‘Globalisation and the Sri Lankan Opportunity - From Recovery to Relevance: Sri Lanka’s Moment in the Evolving Global and Regional Economy’, an invitation-only diplomatic and investment engagement at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre recently.
4 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Shehara De Silva headlines SL's presence at EY annual conference
EY hosted the 2026 ‘EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women’ Asia-Pacific annual conference in Seoul from 18 to 20 May, marking the first time the regional conference took place in South Korea.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Sierra Cables FY2025/26 revenue surpasses Rs.16bn and profit climbs 194%
Sierra Cables PLC has delivered a record financial performance for the financial year ended 31 March 2026, posting significant growth in both revenue and profitability while further strengthening its position in international markets and expanding its domestic distribution footprint.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Sweden trounce Tunisia 5-1
Alexander Isak marked his first World Cup appearance with a trademark goal as Sweden thrashed Tunisia 5-1 in their opening match of the World Cup in Monterrey yesterday.
1 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Investigation of alleged lavish spending for former President's London trip CID team's trip to London for investigation cannot be justified: UNP
Says evidence should have been collected using Mutual Legal Assistance
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka pick U19 women's squad
Sri Lanka cricket selectors have appointed left arm spinner Chamodi Praboda to lead the U19 women’s 15 member squad for the forthcoming India tour scheduled to get underway from June 22.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Deepal Sri Lanka unveils S05 REEV; announces Changan's NEVO Brand arrival
Prime EV Automobiles (Pvt) Ltd, a member of the Senok Group and the authorized distributor of Deepal vehicles in Sri Lanka, unveiled the all-new Deepal S05 REEV at its flagship 3S showroom in Colombo recently.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Royal rout Dharmasoka
Sandul Abeywardena shone with a five wicket haul in Royal College’s easy eight wicket win over Dharmasoka MV Ambalangoda in the Under 17 inter-school limited overs tournament encounter played at Reid Avenue.
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June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Buying momentum persists as global tensions ease
The secondary market commenced the week on a positive note, extending the buying momentum observed at the close of the previous week, as the investor sentiment improved following the encouraging developments surrounding the tensions in the Middle East.
1 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Why Advice Alone Won't Change Your Life
One of the most interesting things I've noticed after years in the fitness industry is that people love asking for advice.
4 min |
June 16, 2026
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
Wijetunge hits hundred with gold and silver
Veteran Sri Lankan Masters’ athlete Rajiva Wijetunge celebrated a remarkable milestone by competing in his 100th athletics meet at the Singapore Masters Athletics Track and Field Championships 2026, held at the Home of Athletics Stadium in Kallang on June 6 and 7.
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