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BASL warns against interference with Attorney General's functions
THE Bar Association of Sri Lanka yesterday said it was the responsibility of the Government and law enforcement authorities to ensure that there is no unwarranted interference with the powers exercised by the Attorney General.
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January 21, 2026
Daily FT
NSB Pettah branch relocated
HAVING opened in 1984, the Pettah branch of National Savings Bank (NSB), had delivered a supreme customer service during the past 40 years and with a view to offering a better banking experience to the customers of the area, the branch was ceremoniously reopened recently at a new location, at No. 24, Malwatta Road, Colombo 11.
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January 21, 2026
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Need the right institutions and processes to override politics in curricular reforms
WITH only a few days before the start of classes for 2026 when children in grades one and six were to use the new learning modules they had received, the Cabinet decided to defer the implementation of the new modules for the sixth grade to 2027.
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January 21, 2026
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Flood control must begin at source, not at flood plains
FLOODS in Sri Lanka are often treated as downstream problems, to be managed at river mouths, river basins, embankments, or reservoirs.
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January 21, 2026
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Official ticket launch – 96th Battle of the Maroons – Legend's Enclosure
THE official ticket launch of the 96th Battle of the Maroons —Legend’s Enclosure was successfully held on 17 January, at the 80 Club, Colombo.
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January 21, 2026
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CSE ends flat on cautious investor sentiment
THE Colombo stock market closed flat yesterday on cautious and mildly selective investor sentiment.
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January 21, 2026
Daily FT
Money market liquidity hits Rs. 200 b mark; drives Bond market rally
THE money market liquidity surplus was recorded at Rs. 200.77 billion yesterday, hitting a new recent high, up from Rs 196.08 billion recorded the day before.
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January 21, 2026
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Apparel sector signals new era of social sustainability at Colombo forum
SRI Lanka's apparel industry reaffirmed its leadership in ethical manufacturing at a high-level forum held in Colombo on 13 January 2026, where local and international experts gathered to examine how social sustainability can strengthen the country's export competitiveness.
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January 21, 2026
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Destination promotion and launch of Capital Airlines direct flights from Beijing to Colombo
THE Sri Lankan Embassy in China together with Beijing Capital Airlines organised a destination promotion and announced the launch the Capital Airlines direct flights from Beijing to Colombo.
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January 21, 2026
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Estate workers to get incentive allowance
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved a proposal to implement the incentive allowance for estate workers announced in the 2026 Budget, including the payment mechanism and timeline.
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January 21, 2026
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Cabinet nod to amend pension provisions for public officers recruited after 2016
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved amendments to the pension-related provisions in the appointment letters of all public officers recruited into the public service on or after 1 January 2016, confirming their entitlement to the existing pension scheme.
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January 21, 2026
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Malinda Pushpakumara joins select band
Reaches 1,000 wickets in first-class cricket
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January 21, 2026
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Maritime Golf Challenge celebrates 18 years of fellowship and sportsmanship
THE Maritime Golf Challenge (MGC), a much-anticipated sporting and fellowship event within Sri Lanka's maritime and logistics fraternity, was inaugurated in 2008 with the objective of bringing together past and present professionals from the industry through the sprit of golf.
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January 21, 2026
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WNPS raises serious environmental, legal concerns over Mannar Wind Power project
THE Wildlife and Nature Protection Society of Sri Lanka (WNPS) in a statement yesterday raised serious environmental and legal concerns regarding the recently commissioned wind power project on Mannar Island.
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January 21, 2026
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Karma Fight League secures strategic investment to support long-term growth
KARMA Fight League Ltd, South Asia’s largest K-1 kickboxing fight promotion, has secured strategic investment as it continues to strengthen its position within the region’s growing combat sports industry.
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January 21, 2026
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PayMedia appoints Dhammika as COO to drive operational excellence and strategic growth
IN a strategic move to fortify its leadership and accelerate its growth trajectory, PayMedia Ltd, a multi-award-winning leader in the fintech industry, has announced the appointment of Dhammika Dasa as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).
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January 20, 2026
Daily FT
Tokyo Super the only cement brand to earn Superbrands status
TOKYO Super Cement, flagship brand of the Tokyo Cement Group, has been awarded the coveted Superbrands status for 2025 in recognition of its outstanding commitment to quality, innovation, and performance excellence.
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January 20, 2026
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England cricketers arrive for white ball series
ENGLAND'S white ball team led by Harry Brook arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday for a series of matches with the host country in preparation for next month’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
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January 20, 2026
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PEARL releases new report on alleged 'Sinhalisation' in Sri Lanka
Flags off State-led land dispossession and anti-development policies targeting Eelam Tamils
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January 20, 2026
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The story of Maya and friends: How AI is quietly redefining work
AT 6.30 a.m., my day starts with a team huddle.
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January 20, 2026
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CSE opens week in red
THE Colombo stock market yesterday opened the week in the red with foreign investors emerging as net sellers on a net outflow of nearly Rs. 697.9 million.
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January 20, 2026
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DFCC Bank, Bank of Ceylon, and Hatton National Bank Platinum Sponsors of APB Convention
THE Association of Professional Bankers Sri Lanka (APB) is acknowledging the strong support extended by DFCC Bank, Bank of Ceylon, and Hatton National Bank as Platinum Sponsors of the upcoming APB Convention, reflect-
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January 20, 2026
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Construction sector eyes rebound as post-Ditwah rebuild gathers pace
THE construction sector is positioning for a year of renewed execution momentum in 2026, supported by post-Cyclone Ditwah reconstruction, the restart of stalled public projects and improving private-sector conditions, ICC Ltd. Chairman Harsha De Saram said.
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January 20, 2026
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The mindful executive: How meditation powers leadership performance
IN the high-stakes world of executive leadership, the pressure to deliver results is relentless.
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January 20, 2026
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Rocell unveils landmark Concept Centre in heart of Kandy
Royal majestic heritage meets modern elegance
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January 20, 2026
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CA Sri Lanka to herald new leadership today
THE Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) will formally induct its 28th President, Tishan Subasinghe, a distinguished Chartered Accountant, at a ceremony to be held this evening (20 January) at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo.
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January 20, 2026
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Prime Residencies opens The Palace’s new Community Kitchen
Hub for tradition, togetherness, and modern living
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January 20, 2026
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Managing unauthorised returns: A challenge for Safe Centres and recovery systems
IN displacement settings, residents returning to their homes before official clearance continues to present a recurring challenge for recovery systems.
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January 20, 2026
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Global job quality stagnates despite resilient growth: ILO
Challenges persist, especially for youth and women, the Employment and Social Trends 2026 report warns
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January 20, 2026
Daily FT
Ending ragging requires courage—the BASL has shown the way
IN filing a Fundamental Rights peti tion before the Supreme Court, the Bar Assocation of Sri Lanka (BASL) has risen to an exceptional moment of national responsibilty, taking a decisive stand toward ending the vicous cycle of ragging in universities and other centers of higher leaming.
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