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Harry J : The unforgettable
On the meaning of loyalty and friendship
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February 03, 2026
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Holcim invests in carbon capture tech company Capsol
CEMENT and building materials producer Holcim announced an investment in Capsol Technologies, a publicly listed Norwegian company specialising in carbon capture solutions, as part of its near-zero cement strategy.
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February 03, 2026
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WCIC raises concern over resignation of NCW Chairperson
Cautions against rollback on women's rights after Commission Chair steps down
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February 03, 2026
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Independence with unity
AS we mark our Independence Day once again, for many citizens this anniversary has, in recent years, become another ritual stripped of real meaning.
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February 03, 2026
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Church of Ceylon calls for repeal of PTA, withdrawal of proposed PST Bill
THE Bishops of the Church of Ceylon have expressed deep concern over the Government’s decision to introduce a new anti-terrorism law, urging the immediate repeal of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) and the withdrawal of the proposed Protection of the State from Terrorism Bill (PSTB).
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February 03, 2026
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UDA launches online payment systems to boost digital financial inclusion
THE Urban Development Authority (UDA) yesterday launched a new online payment system aimed at streamlining daily financial transactions at the Peliyagoda Manning Market, marking a key milestone in the Government’s digital transformation drive.
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February 03, 2026
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Advice Lab unveils new 13,000 sq. ft. office
Move marks major expansion in Financial Services BPO to Australia
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February 03, 2026
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JFMH Trust supports advancement of histopathology services at Sri Jayewardenepura University
THE Joseph Fraser Memorial Hospital Trust (JFMH Trust), a registered nonprofit charity in Sri Lanka, has pledged its support to strengthen and modernise histopathology services at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, marking a significant step forward for patient care, medical education, and research in the country.
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February 03, 2026
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Rs. 120 b Treasury Bill auction in focus
THE weekly Treasury Bill auction scheduled for today will have on offer a total amount of Rs. 120 billion.
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February 03, 2026
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Embassy promotes Ceylon Tea in Stockholm
THE Embassy of Sri Lanka in Sweden hosted a Ceylon Tea promotion event under the theme “Ceylon Tea Voyage: Flavours: Artisans: Pairing” on 26 January at the Embassy premises.
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February 03, 2026
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AG’s Department officers warn against pressure campaigns targeting Attorney General
THE Legal Officers’ Association of the Attorney General’s Department has raised serious concerns over what it described as unfounded and personal attacks directed at Attorney General (AG) Parinda Ranasinghe (Jnr.), PC, and officers of the Department in the course of carrying out their official duties.
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February 03, 2026
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Remembering Harry Jayawardena – One year on
IT has been a year since the passing of Harry Jayawardena, one of Sri Lanka’s most formidable and influential business leaders.
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February 03, 2026
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TRI certifies SpectrifyAl's spectral technology
First major advancement in Ceylon Tea quality assessment in 150 years
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February 03, 2026
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Sampath Bank thrash Maliban Biscuits to win MCA Master Sixes
SAMPATH Bank, led by 42-year-old Nuwan Perera, lifted the glittering Maliban Biscuits Trophy bearing the sponsor, Maliban Biscuits in the final at the 6th Maliban Biscuits-sponsored MCA Master Sixes Cricket Tournament 2026, concluded at the Mercantile Cricket Association (MCA) and D.S. Senanayake College grounds on Saturday.
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February 03, 2026
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Getting a series win in Sri Lanka Is a very special achievement – Banton
PLAYER of the Match in England’s five-wicket win (DLS method) over Sri Lanka in the second T20I at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, Tom Banton said that the series win was special.
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February 03, 2026
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ComBank and Hayleys Mobility redefine sustainable mobility with flexible leasing solutions
COMMITTED to elevating customer lifestyles and making the best in mobility accessible to everyone, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has entered into a strategic partnership with Hayleys Fentons Ltd., to promote the full range of New Energy Vehicles introduced to the market by the company’s mobility arm, Hayleys Mobility Ltd., strengthening the bank’s efforts to offer attractive and accessible leasing solutions to customers.
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February 03, 2026
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Stop donating Sri Lanka's tax revenue to foreign Governments: Time for a “Two-Basket” FDI strategy
FOR decades, Sri Lanka has wooed foreign investors with a familiar playbook: “Come to us, and we won’t tax your profits for multiple years.”
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February 03, 2026
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Office of Auditor General and its place in fiscal governance framework
SRI Lanka is presently without a substantive Auditor General following the retirement of the previous office holder in April 2025, and this article examines the institutional implications of that circumstance purely from a professional, constitutional, and comparative public-governance perspective, and not otherwise, with reference to established international audit standards and practice.
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February 03, 2026
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Court orders CID to arrest Shamindra Rajapaksa in connection with Airbus financial fraud
THE Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court yesterday ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to arrest Shamindra Rajapaksa, the youngest son of former Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa, who is currently in the US.
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February 03, 2026
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Goodbye, Boss: Iqbal Athas and the craft he left behind
“Iqbal Athas is dead!” THAT would probably be the right headline.
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February 03, 2026
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Bajaj rides high with Superbrands status
BAJAJ has been conferred the prestigious Superbrands Sri Lanka Status for 2025, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s journey in the Sri Lankan market.
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February 03, 2026
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Enterprise AI helps drive productivity and trust: Salesforce's Bhattacharya
SALESFORCE South Asia President and CEO Arundhati Bhattacharya says Sri Lanka organisations can drive productivity and trust via 'Enterprise AI.'
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February 03, 2026
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Resetting for growth: Inside Würth Lanka's leadership shift
AFTER a year of strong momentum and accelerated growth, Würth Lanka has entered 2026 with a renewed sense of direction—anchored by a refreshed management team designed to sharpen execution and deepen customer focus.
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February 03, 2026
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Marian Candappa no more
THE remains of Marian J. Rodrigo Candappa, née Jurie, relict of the late Modestus Candappa, will lie at Lanka Florists, Punchi Borella Junction today (3) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cremation will take place at the Old Crematorium General Cemetery Kanatte at 4 pm.
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February 03, 2026
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DIMO lights up SSC for international day-night cricket
DIMO has successfully completed the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of a state-of-the-art floodlighting system at the Singhalese Sports Club (SSC), positioning it as Colombo's second and the country's fifth cricket venue capable of hosting international day-night matches.
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February 03, 2026
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Why CIPM's Great HR Quiz 2026 signals a turning point for education
THE Great HR Quiz 2026, conducted by CIPM Sri Lanka on 28 January at Monarch Imperial, Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, was more than a competition.
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February 03, 2026
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AI funding surge targets blue-collar work
AI startups are raising billions of dollars to develop software \"brains\" for robots designed to operate in real-world environments, a shift that could extend automation risks well beyond white-collar occupations, according to reporting by Axios.
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February 03, 2026
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Mintpay partners Domino's Pizza Sri Lanka to make dining more rewarding
DOMINO’S Pizza Sri Lanka, part of the world’s largest pizza chain, has partnered with Mintpay, Sri Lanka’s premier payments platform, to deliver a more rewarding and flexible dining experience for customers island-wide
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February 03, 2026
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CSE opens week in red
THE Colombo stock market opened the week in red yesterday amid mixed investor sentiment after recovering from a sharp fall in early trading.
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February 03, 2026
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Executive President, Office of the Attorney General and public trust doctrine
THE Constitution of Sri Lanka and Executive Presidential system was adopted on 7 September 1978 and the Code of Criminal Procedure Code Act (CCrPC) was enacted on 2 July 1979.
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