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The Island
Delay in the commencement of trading on July 1, 2026
The Central Depository System (Pvt) Ltd. (CDS) suspended the CDS accounts that were inactive for more than 15 years on 30th June 2026 as per the CDS Circular No:02-06-2026 dated 15th June 2026.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Junkeer's 151 headlines weekend's Under-17 Division I cricket action
A cracking 151 off just 92 deliveries by Hafeez Junkeer emerged as the standout individual performance in the Under-17 Division I inter-school cricket matches played over the weekend, although his heroic effort was ultimately denied a winning result by inclement weather.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
ADB approves $200 Mn emergency assistance for post-Ditwah recovery
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $200 million emergency assistance package for Sri Lanka’s recovery and reconstruction, following Cyclone Ditwah.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Sluggishness in market in the wake of slight interest rate hike
A slight increase in interest rates created a somewhat sluggish stock market yesterday among most prospective investors, market analysts said.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Australia outclass West Indies to book Lord's date
Australia extended their unbeaten run in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup to six matches, cruising into the final with a commanding seven-wicket victory over West Indies in Tuesday’s semi-final at The Oval.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Chasing mirages: How the Image Trap holds developing countries captive
In geo-politics and geo-economics we discuss, debate and analyze many Traps such as Thucydides Trap, Middle-Income Trap, Debt Trap, De-coupling Trap, Resource Trap (more powerful nation would endeavor to extract critical natural endowments from a less developed nation to advance and fuel economy), Weaponization of Inter-dependence Trap, SME Trap, Education Trap, Poverty Trap, Status-Seeker Trap and Inequality Trap amongst others.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Human welfare and the UN's continuing relevance
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that there is a growing number of ‘UN Sceptics’ in our midst. One of the prime causes for this trend seems to be the UN’s apparent helplessness in the face of escalating bloodshed and war.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
MAIN Championship announces Sri Lanka's first International Muay Thai Fight night
MAIN Championship recently announced Sri Lanka's first international Muay Thai fight night, set to take place on 9th August 2026 at the BMICH, Colombo.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
S. Thomas' host Schools Tennis Carnival
S. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia is celebrating its 175-year legacy with the 175th Anniversary S. Thomas’ College Tennis Carnival at the S. Thomas’ College Tennis Courts in Mount Lavinia.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Sri Lankans ... big scene in Scotland
It’s not only our entertainers who are in the spotlight, overseas, but Sri Lankans, in general, as well.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
‘It’s like welfare. I don’t want it’: Netanyahu pushes to end decades of US aid, says Israel can stand on its own
SNS: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel should begin phasing out American financial assistance, arguing that the country’s economy has grown strong enough to fund itself without external support.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
History made on the court
St. Joseph's College, Colombo 10 has clinically marched through the Under 15 Division 1 Tier 1 Basketball Tournament to claim the ultimate crown with an absolutely flawless, undefeated run.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Coconut Oil magic ...
Yes, coconut oil is in every Sri Lankan kitchen for cooking, frying, etc., and our grandmas have been using it for beauty, long before it became “trendy”.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Mark and Comm backs Sri Lanka's National Public Relations Summit as Platinum Sponsor
Mark and Comm (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s boutique strategic PR and communications agency named Rest of South Asia PR Agency of the Year 2025 by Campaign, served as Platinum Sponsor of the National Public Relations Summit 2026 (NPRS 2026) held on 18 June and organised by the Department of Mass Communication at the University of Kelaniya.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Hemas Holdings appoints Sabrina Esufally to Board of Directors
Hemas Holdings PLC announced the appointment of Sabrina Esufally as an Executive Director to its Board, effective 1 July 2026.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Governance failures and corruption allegations IMF says it relies on Sri Lanka's institutions - not its own investigations
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Tuesday that while governance and anti-corruption reforms remain a cornerstone of Sri Lanka's economic reform programme, the Fund does not conduct its own investigations into allegations of corruption or governance failures. Instead, it relies on Sri Lanka's institutional mechanisms to establish the facts.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Agri Taste 2026 to showcase nutritious local food products in Gannoruwa
The Department of Agriculture is scheduled to host Agri Taste 2026, a two-day exhibition and sales fair promoting nutritious food products made from Sri Lankan agricultural crops, at the Agriculture Complex in Gannoruwa on July 3 and 4.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Hidden health risks of keeping cats
Cats are among the world's most popular pets. They provide companionship, reduce loneliness and often become cherished members of the family.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Sugeeshwara further remanded; order on bail application postponed till July 08
Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s private secretary and political activist Sugeeshwara Bandara was further remanded until July 8 after being produced before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court yesterday.
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July 02, 2026
The Island
Fine for child labour to be enhanced
The government is preparing to increase the maximum fine imposed on persons convicted of employing children from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 100,000 under proposed amendments to the Employment of Women, Young Persons and Children Act, government sources said.
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June 29, 2026
The Island
LAWASIA warns against ad hoc initiative to increase judges' retirement ages
The Law Association for Asia and the Pacific (LAWASIA) has backed the campaign by the Bar Association of Sri Lanka against the government’s effort’s to extend the retirement ages of judges of the Superior Courts.
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June 29, 2026
The Island
Lifeguards deployed to ensure safety of devotees
More than 500 lifeguards have been deployed on special duty to ensure the safety of devotees during the upcoming Poson Poya celebrations, the Sri Lanka Life Saving Association says.
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June 29, 2026
The Island
R.W. IEVERS (1850-1905), EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL SERVANT IN ANURADHAPURA (c. 1890)
On this pious Poson season, I am taking a moment to remember an extraordinary colonial official, R.W. Ievers (1850-1905), Government Agent (GA) of North Central Province (NCP), who was a pioneer, along with a few other British colonial officers in the 19th century in bringing Anuradhapura and the region from out of the darkness that engulfed it for centuries.
9 min |
June 29, 2026
The Island
ANP leader further remanded
Leader of the Abhinava Nivahal Peramuna, Amit Weerasinghe, was yesterday ordered to be remanded until July 3 by Teldeniya Magistrate Kamal Sanjaya Jayatilake over allegations that he defrauded state officials and businessmen of approximately Rs. 120 million by promising to construct cabana holiday resorts in Ella and Digana.
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June 29, 2026
The Island
Grama Niladharis to withdraw from dengue control work unless ...
The country’s dengue control efforts have faced a serious setback amidst a surge in infections, with Grama Niladhari trade unions warning that the government’s failure to address their longstanding grievances could force its members to withdraw from dengue prevention activities from tomorrow (June 30).
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June 29, 2026
The Island
Countrywide drug bust: 7,300 youths arrested
A total of 7,300 young people, below the age of 21, had been arrested on suspicion since the launch of the nationwide 'Ratama Ekata' anti-drug operation, DIG in charge of the Police Narcotics Bureau, Ashoka Dharmasena, told The Island yesterday.
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June 29, 2026
The Island
PM Modi: India seeks Indian Ocean as ‘Ocean of Opportunity’
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday said India envisions an Indian Ocean where maritime security is ensured alongside economic prosperity and where partnership is not based on size, but on mutual respect and trust.
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June 29, 2026
The Island
The Students Visa earns prestigious Navitas UK recognition
The Students Visa has been recognised with the Navitas UK - New & Emerging Agent Award (Sri Lanka) 2025/26, marking a significant milestone in the company's growth as one of Sri Lanka's emerging international education consultancies.
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June 29, 2026
The Island
Janashakthi Life breaks into top five most loved life insurance brands
Janashakthi Life, a leading brand in the insurance industry and a flagship brand of JXG (Janashakthi Group), has entered the Top Five Most Loved Life Insurance Brands in Sri Lanka, rising from seventh to fifth place in the LMD Readers’ Choice Most Loved Brands 2026 ranking, reflecting growing consumer trust and brand preference.
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June 29, 2026
The Island
Why A/L students neglect English
English is often referred to as the international language because it is widely used in education, business, science, technology, and global communication. In Sri Lanka, English is recognized as a link language and is considered an essential skill for higher education and employment.
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