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Several key decisions to accelerate tourism development
THE Government has made several key decisions to accelerate tourism development.
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January 31, 2026
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Survey of citizens' perceptions of responses to Cyclone Ditwah
Social Scientists' Association releases findings on Cyclone Ditwah relief, recovery, and transparency
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January 31, 2026
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Sri Lanka needs 'big bang' reforms to secure recovery – Economist
Dr. Ganeshan Wignaraja explains why gradual reforms won't work Says post-crisis stabilisation has opened narrow reform window Urges decisive action on regulation, energy costs and productivity
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January 31, 2026
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Top panel in London discuss measures to boost UK, Sri Lanka business ties
THE Sri Lanka-United Kingdom Chamber of Commerce in London (SLUKCC), together with the Sri Lanka High Commission in London (SLHC), hosted a panel discussion titled “Building Stronger Trade Bridges between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom” at the SLHC premises on 27 January 2026, with over 40 participants in attendance.
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January 31, 2026
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Nature is the first frontline protector of humans - Prof. Friedhelm Goeltenboth
INDIGENOUS tree focused reforestation expert Prof. Friedhelm Goeltenboth on Thursday evening delivered a detailed lecture on restoring landscapes and biodiversity.
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January 31, 2026
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Construction PMI rises further in Dec. as project pipeline expands
SRI Lanka’s construction sector recorded a further expansion in December 2025, with the Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI - Construction) rising to 67.1 from 66.2 in November, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).
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January 31, 2026
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State university teachers have their say on general educational reforms, show way forward
ONE of the major initiatives of the NPP Government is reforming the country’s education system.
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January 31, 2026
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Govt.-RPCs ink deal increasing plantation daily wages to Rs. 1,750
Daily wages increased from Rs. 1,350; Rs. 400 increase aligned with 2026 Budget proposal Cost shared equally between Govt. and Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) Revised wage to take effect from 1 January 2026 Govt. portion to be credited directly to workers’ bank accounts
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January 31, 2026
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Rs. 10 b DFCC Bond issue gets CSE nod
THE Colombo Stock Exchange has approved in-principle DFCC Bank PLC’s proposed Bond issue to raise up to Rs. 10 billion.
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January 31, 2026
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CCPI accelerates in January
HEADLINE inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (YoY) change in the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI), accelerated in January 2026 after remaining steady in the three previous months.
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January 31, 2026
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CWEIC Chairman Lord Marland to visit Sri Lanka next week
COMMON wealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) Chairman Lord Marland of Odstock will undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka on 9 to 10 February.
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January 31, 2026
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Daily FT-ICCSL webinar today on “Post Ditwah Recovery – How to Support SMEs”
THE Daily FT – ACCA and The International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka, together with WIM, The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors, Employers Federation of Ceylon, MBA Alumni Association of the University of Colombo and the Ceylon United Business Alliance will be conducting a webinar titled “Post Ditwah Recovery – How to Support SME's.”
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January 31, 2026
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CR and Havies clash for Col Eustace Marthysz Trophy
THE rich legacy of the Col. Eustace Matthysz Trophy will once again take centre stage when Havelock Sports Club host arch-rivals CR and FC in atop end Super Round Cup clash of the Inter-Club Rugby League at Havelock Park today (31 January).
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January 31, 2026
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Best low-cost alternative to mitigate accidents at railway crossings
AT the outset, the writer wishes to quote below, excerpts from a recent news item in the press on the above subject.
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January 31, 2026
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The Northern Investment Summit and Jaffna Trade Fair - A review
JANUARY was a more than a usual busy month in this newly dawned year; 2026 for Jaffna which generally comes alive with one of the biggest trade fairs in the country the Jaffna International Trade Fair (JITF).
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January 31, 2026
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Govt. goes for national assessment of impact of Social Media on children
Digital Economy Deputy Minister Eranga Weeraratne stresses parents, teachers and children, must come together for this initiative
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January 31, 2026
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Sammu Ashan back-to-back hundreds for Chilaw Marians CC
SAMMU Ashan, the former Sri Lanka Underl9 cricketer, scored his second successive century in the ongoing Major Plate competition to help Chilaw Marians CC to a first day total of 239-9 against before bad light brought an early end against Badureliya SC at the Welagedara Stadium, Kurunegala yesterday.
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January 31, 2026
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Nestomalt Run for Sri Lanka 2026 marathon commences 1 Feb.
THE Nestomalt run for Sri Lanka marathon 2026, organised by Single Tree Events, kicks off its first phase in the city of Galle on 1 February from 6.00 am onwards, bringing together runners, families, and communities for a morning fuelled by purpose and energy.
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January 31, 2026
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A survivor's memory: Wednesday, 31 January 1996
SRI Lanka had already endured a long series of bombings even before the Central Bank bomb attack.
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January 31, 2026
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Kumar Dharmasena officiates in opening match of T20 World Cup
KUMAR Dharmasena and Wayne Knights will be the on-field umpires for the opening match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 between Pakistan and the Netherlands to be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club ground on 7 February.
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January 31, 2026
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Sri Lanka opens first country pavilion at Source Fashion Apparel Exhibition, London
SRI Lanka's apparel industry marked a milestone with its first country pavilion at Source Fashion 2026.
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January 31, 2026
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Nawaloka Hospitals pioneers in Al-driven healthcare, announced as Platinum Sponsor of Medicare 2026
NAWALOKA Hospitals PLC, a pioneer in Sri Lanka's private healthcare sector, is taking a bold step into the future by integrating Artificial Intelligence (Al) into healthcare.
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January 31, 2026
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MMCA Sri Lanka presents 'Three Songs of Ceylon'
'THREE Songs of Ceylon', the first moving image exhibition by the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka), opened last week at The Stables, Park Street Mews, and will remain open to the public until 11 February 2026.
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January 31, 2026
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Deputy HC in South India meets top Microsoft official, discusses Al collaboration with Sri Lanka
MICROSOFT Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Director Cecil Sunder met Deputy High Commissioner of Sri Lanka for Southern India Ganesanathan Geathiswaran at his office on 13 January.
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January 31, 2026
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Ports Ministry rejects claims linking AASL Chairman’s removal to Mahabodhi Thero letter
THE Ports and Civil Aviation Ministry yesterday categorically rejected claims circulating in sections of the media that the removal of Airports and Civil Aviation Corporation (AASL) former Chairman Rhasa Abeywickrama, was linked to a letter sent by Ven.
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January 31, 2026
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Hayleys showcases innovative agricultural technology at Jaffna International Trade Fair 2026
HAYLEYS Agriculture Holdings Ltd. reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the Sri Lankan agriculture industry at the Jaffna International Trade Fair 2026, which was held from 23 to 25 January at the Muttraweli Grounds in Jaffna.
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January 31, 2026
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Use dialogue to settle health sector issues
LAST November, when Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa was on a visit to the United Kingdom, he took time to meet with Sri Lankan doctors at an event organised by the High Commission of Sri Lanka in London.
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January 31, 2026
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Table leaders SSC shot out for 101 by Leo CC
TIER B 3-DAY LEAGUE
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January 31, 2026
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Half day “Total Quality Management” by NCCSL on 10 Feb.
THE National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) has scheduled an insightful session titled “Total Quality Management” on Tuesday, 10 February from 09:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the National Chamber Auditorium.
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January 31, 2026
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Matara Festival for the Arts from 20-23 February
Tuks become mobile canvases for new cultural and tourism economy
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