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Economists say policy instability threatens economic revival
Sri Lanka Economic Association annual sessions kicks off yesterday Frequent policy reversals flagged as barrier to investment and sustained growth IMF-backed stabilisation credited with restoring macro balance, but growth risks persist Services sector seen as key lever, yet remains largely inward-looking Long-term “policy locks” urged to escape middle-income trap
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February 07, 2026
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Ceylon Federation of MSMEs calls for binding reforms to correct postcrisis lending practices
■Claims voluntary guidelines and temporary concessions have repeatedly failed to protect borrowers during crises Points to international shift away from bankcontrolled interest rate benchmarks Highlights need for greater transparency in Sri Lanka's own interest rate framework
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February 07, 2026
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JVP's Tilvin meets Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Jaishankar
Discuss strengthening Sri Lanka-India ties
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February 07, 2026
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President launches Mahaiyawa underpass, work on Kandy-Gatambe flyover resumes
CONSTRUCTION of two major road infrastructure projects aimed at easing traffic congestion in Kandy formally moved forward yesterday, with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake presiding over the commencement of the Mahaiyawa underpass and the resumption of the long-stalled Kandy-Gatambe flyover.
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February 07, 2026
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CSE ends week on the up; YTD net foreign selling nears Rs. 12 b
THE Colombo stock market ended the week on the up on strong high net worth participation while foreign investors continued to be net sellers with YTD outflows totalling nearly Rs. 12 billion.
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February 07, 2026
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LAUGFS Gas raises domestic cylinder prices from midnight
LAUGFS Gas yesterday announced an increase in domestic liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) refill prices, with the revised rates coming into effect from midnight (6 February).
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February 07, 2026
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India's export “gamechanger”: Trump slashing tariffs to 18% undercuts Asian rivals
Exporters say new trade deal to lead to an immediate and substantial release of orders that were earlier put on hold US is India's largest export market with shipments in FY25 valued at $ 86.51 b
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February 07, 2026
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T20 World Cup kicks off today boosting cricket and tourism in Sri Lanka
THE 10th edition of ICC Men's T20 World Cup will kick off today in Sri Lanka boosting cricket and tourism during a month-long engagement.
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February 07, 2026
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Mogo Studios unveils trailer of Sri Lanka's first animated feature for global release
MOGO Studios has officially released the trailer for The Secret of the Moonstone, marking a historic milestone as Sri Lanka's first fully produced animated feature film created for a global audience.
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February 07, 2026
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MPs' Pension Repeal Bill can pass with simple majority: SC
THE Supreme Court has ruled that the Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill does not contain any provisions that are inconsistent with the Constitution, allowing it to be passed by Parliament with a simple majority.
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February 07, 2026
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'Green living' property boom eroding Colombo's ecosystems: CSF warns
■Nature-adjacent properties command price premiums despite weak environmental safeguards 65% of Colombo District property listings use nature-linked marketing language ■Property prices in some areas increasing up to 40% annually
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February 07, 2026
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CA Sri Lanka hails appointment of first female Auditor General
THE Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), as the national body of accountants has hailed the historic appointment of Chartered Accountant Samudika Jayaratna, as the country's first female Auditor General.
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February 07, 2026
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Fate of Adani's bid to foist unequal deals on Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
BANGLADESH is home to the world’s 8th largest population-- composing around 175 million people pressed into one of South Asia's most dynamic developmental arcs.
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February 07, 2026
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A nation without memory is a nation at risk
A nation’s future is shaped not only by its economic policies or technological progress, but by the historical consciousness of its people, especially its younger generation.
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February 07, 2026
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Ex-President Ranil invites Gen Z to join ‘SMART UNP’
UNITED National Party (UNP) Leader and former President Ranil Wickremesinghe invited Generation Z (Gen Z) Sri Lankans to join the party, saying it has set a new vibe in politics to suit the present digital society.
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February 07, 2026
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Epstein files expose moral degradation of world’s richest and powerful
THE disclosures in the so-called Epstein’s Files have shaken up much of the Western world with some of the world’s richest and powerful men exposed as part of a gory and heinous crime syndicate in which children were the biggest victims.
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February 07, 2026
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Aban Pestonjee honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award at SLID-ACCA National Director Awards
ABANS Group of Companies Chairperson and Founder Aban Pestonjee was awarded the Lifetime Achievement award at the inaugural SLID-ACCA National Corporate Director Awards 2025, hosted by the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID), in partnership with ACCA on 28 January at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo.
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February 07, 2026
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The Geoffrey Bawa Trust announces 'Moonamal Award'
Initiative to recognise design excellence for ecological coexistence
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February 07, 2026
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Amana Bank champions knowledge sharing and student development at Wayamba University
AMANA Bank reinforced its commitment to knowledge sharing through its active engagement at the 2nd Symposium in Banking and Finance (SyBFin-2025) organised by the Department of Banking and Finance of the Faculty of Business Studies and Finance at Wayamba University of Sri Lanka.
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February 07, 2026
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Sri Lanka sets sail with 9th International Boat Show and Conference
■A global platform for marine innovation, lifestyle, and tourism
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February 07, 2026
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President’s address at 78th Independence Day
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake has acknowledged in his independence day speech that there have been victories and defeats in the post-independence 78 years rule.
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February 07, 2026
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Central Bank’s role in development
THE role of a Central Bank greatly depends on the economy of a country.
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February 07, 2026
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Navy clinch epic one point win over Police
Navy SC 30 points Police SC 29 points
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February 07, 2026
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14-year-old makes history as India lift Under-19 World Cup
VIBHAV Sooryavanshi delivered a once-in-a-generation innings, hammering 175 from 80 balls to propel India to a staggering 411/9 against England in the final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup in Harare.
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February 07, 2026
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Era of weaponised economies and SL’s 78th year of independence
Income and wealth gaps widened instead cof narrowing, and cynics came out with the 1:99 ratio to depict reality.
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February 07, 2026
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MAJOR PLATE COMPETITION Tamil Union in pole position to win outright
TAMIL Union in danger of being eliminated to the Tier B 3-day league came up with a strong batting performance to place themselves in a position to pull off an outright win against Nugegoda SWC in their Major Plate match played at the Welagedara Stadium, Kurunegala yesterday.
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February 07, 2026
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Pakistan kicks off T20 World Cup with game against the Netherlands
■SLC's last ditch appeal to save India-Pakistan game falls on deaf ears
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February 07, 2026
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“Waves of Hope” aid concert for flood victims tonight
Only few tickets left says organisers
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February 07, 2026
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What is good is good
Reflections on President's Independence Day address
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February 07, 2026
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Environment Ministry probes alleged irregularities in Ambuluwawa cable car project
SERIOUS concerns over environmental compliance, land ownership, and public safety linked to the proposed Ambuluwawa cable car project have come under renewed scrutiny following a joint inspection and discussion led by Environment Minister Dr. Dammika Patabendi on Wednesday (4).
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