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Cabinet directs to prepare Bill to amend Customs Ordinance
THE Cabinet of Ministers has approved directing the Legal Draftsman to prepare a Bill to amend the Customs Ordinance based on recommendations made by a Steering Committee on Customs Affairs.
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June 10, 2026
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Brigade boots their unbeaten tag away
IT was an exciting weekend of rugby filled with twisted tales and unexpected turn of events, that lead to shocking upsets at the inaugural Super Round week, of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2026.
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June 10, 2026
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India 'A' hold their nerve to beat Sri Lanka 'A' in curtain-raiser
'A' team One-day Tri-series takes off at Dambulla
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June 10, 2026
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CDB and Micro Cars partner to accelerate enhanced vehicle accessibility
SIGNS MoU for customised financial solutions leading to seamless vehicle ownership for Micro customers
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June 10, 2026
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Opening match of Governor's Trophy 2-day tourney ends in thrilling draw
@ Saracens SC fall short by 12 runs
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June 10, 2026
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The Tilvin factor
MESTHREE Tilvin Silva, popularly known as Tilvin Silva, is neither an MP nor a member of a local Government council.
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June 10, 2026
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CSE rebounds with net foreign inflow
THE Colombo stock market bounced back yesterday thanks to improved investor sentiment, whilst foreign investors turned net buyers.
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June 10, 2026
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Indian Naval Ship Sharda calls on Colombo today
INDIAN Naval Ship Sharda, a Sukanya-class Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), will visit Colombo from 10 to 13 June 2026 for an Operational Turnaround (OTR) and the transshipment of stores from the Indian Army for the Sri Lanka Army’s deployment in UN missions.
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June 10, 2026
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ComBank offers exclusive financial solutions to ‘Guardians of the Skies’
REINFORCING its commitment to those who serve the nation, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) to introduce a comprehensive suite of concessionary financial facilities for its officers and other ranks.
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June 10, 2026
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DIMO facilitates delivery of 134 TATA Xenon Yodha cabs to Sri Lanka Police
DIMO, the sole authorised distributor for TATA vehicles in Sri Lanka, successfully facilitated the delivery of 134 TATA Xenon Yodha cabs to the Sri Lanka Police, strengthening operational mobility and public service capabilities across the Northern Province.
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June 10, 2026
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Govt. assures Sallay not being treated differently
THE Government yesterday assured that former State Intelligence Service (SIS) chief Suresh Sallay has not been subjected to any improper treatment while in detention, insisting that all actions taken against him have been carried out in accordance with the law.
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June 10, 2026
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Sarana Gunawardena sentenced to 16-years imprisonment for corruption
THE Colombo High Court yesterday ruled that former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena is guilty of corruption charges filed against him by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).
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June 10, 2026
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Assetline Finance, Hayleys Mobility partner to expand accessible mobility financing
ASSETLINE Finance PLC, the flagship company under the financial services arm of David Pieris Holdings, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hayleys Mobility Ltd., the mobility arm of Hayleys Fentons Ltd, to unlock access to flexible vehicle financing solutions throughout Sri Lanka.
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June 10, 2026
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Fifth Eagles' Quadrangle Golf to tee off in Sigiriya on 14 June
THE highly anticipated Eagles' Quadrangle Cup Golf Tournament 2026 will return for its fifth edition on 14 June, with the prestigious inter-club championship set to be staged at the Eagles' Citadel Golf Course in Sigiriya for the very first time.
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June 10, 2026
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Cabinet approves Rs. 150 m for 26 public sanitation projects under Clean Sri Lanka Program
THE Cabinet of Ministers has approved the allocation of Rs. 150 million under the Clean Sri Lanka Program to implement 26 public sanitation projects across 24 Local Government (LG) areas in 2026, as part of efforts to improve facilities for both the public and tourists.
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June 10, 2026
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QR payments in Sri Lanka: How to break the 'chicken and egg' situation?
CURRENTLY, no customers are in a hurry to install QR payment apps on their phones because many merchants are not ready to accept QR payments. At the same time, merchants are not in a hurry to obtain QR merchant codes because very few customers use QR payment apps. This is a classic chicken-and-egg situation.
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June 10, 2026
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Home Lands...
For investors, the pre-sales figure provides an early indication of market demand and absorption rates in Sri Lanka’s recovering high-end residential property market.
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June 10, 2026
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Insurance sector performance: 2021 to 2025 and comparative analysis for 4Q 2024 vs. 4Q 2025
THE Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) presents an overview of the performance of Sri Lanka’s insurance sector for the period 2021 to 2025, together with a comparative analysis of sector developments during 4Q 2025 in comparison with 4Q 2024 reflecting the insurance sector’s evolving contribution to Sri Lanka's economic and financial landscape.
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June 10, 2026
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BIZENIUS and RiskTAE announce senior strategic advisory appointment of Dr. Gishan Illangakoo
BIZENIUS (UAE) and RiskTAE Ltd. (UK) has appointed Dr. Gishan Illangakoon, PhD as Senior Strategic Advisor.
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June 10, 2026
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Cabinet directs Legal Draftsman to prepare Digital Economy Bill
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved directing the Legal Draftsman to prepare a draft Digital Economy Bill based on a concept paper that was approved previously by the Cabinet.
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June 10, 2026
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Cabinet clears gazetting new forex regulations on overseas investments and emigrant fund transfers
THE Cabinet of Ministers has approved the publication of a new set of regulations through Government gazette notifications under the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Act, to govern overseas investments by residents and the transfer of funds abroad by emigrants.
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June 10, 2026
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Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act No. 11 of 2026: A comprehensive income tax reform
THE Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act No. 11 of 2026 was certified by the Speaker on 3 June 2026 and published via Gazette on 5 June 2026. The Act was made available to the public on 8 June 2026.
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June 10, 2026
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Rs. 255 m road rehabilitation project launched on Ella-Namunukula-Passara route
DEVELOPMENT work on the Ella-Namunukula-Passara road (B/118) under the “Cyclone Ditwah Road Rehabilitation Program” was officially launched on Monday, with authorities expecting the project to ease long-standing transport difficulties faced by residents and tourists.
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June 10, 2026
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Secondary Bond market quiet, rates edge up
Rs. 140 b Treasury Bill auction in focus
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June 10, 2026
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UNP raises concerns over treatment of detained former intelligence chief Suresh Sallay
THE United National Party (UNP) has expressed concern over the treatment of Former State Intelligence Service (SIS) Chief Suresh Sallay following his arrest and hospitalisation, alleging that his treatment may violate constitutional and international human rights protections.
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June 10, 2026
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UAE and Sri Lanka: Strengthening relationships, enabling opportunities
The Sri Lanka Business Council UAE convenes an exclusive forum tomorrow as two nations reaffirm a partnership built on trust, shared prosperity and mutual opportunity
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June 10, 2026
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Asian stocks mixed as oil slips
ASIAN shares were mixed Tuesday, with tech shares leading gains after Wall Street recovered some of its sell-off from last week.
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June 10, 2026
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Sri Lanka Emerging Players-West Indies Academy locked in battle for supremacy
SRI Lanka Emerging Players and West Indies Academy were locked in a battle for supremacy in the first 4-day unofficial test played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Cricket Stadium in Hambantota.
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June 10, 2026
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HK China secure Asia Rugby Championship for seventh consecutive title
HONG Kong China underlined their dominance by outclassing South Korea 45-9 to clinch the Asia Rugby Championship for a record seventh consecutive time at the Hong Kong Football Club in Causeway Bay.
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June 10, 2026
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Celeste steps into next era shifting to corporate governance and leadership appointment
CELESTE, one of Sri Lanka’s fastest growing lifestyle and quick commerce brands, has announced a landmark step in its evolution with the appointment of veteran corporate leader Roshanie J. Moraes and a strategic transition toward a strengthened corporate governance structure.
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