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Plantation sector sounds alarm over 30% US tariff
Calls on Govt., to engage directly with USTR seeking relief for agricultural commodities like tea and medical-grade rubber ■ Cites tea and rubber as vital sectors for rural employment, conducts strong ethical and sustainability credentials in global markets ■ Advocates for temporary relief measures for affected producers, including duty drawback schemes, retraining programs for affected workers, export marketing assistance to mitigate disruptions
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July 28, 2025
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Surge in transhipment in May puts Colombo Port YTD positive
A surge in transhipment boxes in May saw Colombo Port experiencing its first year-to-date (YTD) growth, though marginal.
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July 28, 2025
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Maldives history: From Sri Lankan Prince to first King
KING Mahaabarana Adeettiya (Koimala) was the first ruler to govern the entire Maldives from 1117 to 1141 (24 years).
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July 28, 2025
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Sri Lanka's globalisation and its policy challenges, according to Dr. Sarath Rajapatirana
SRI Lanka had been a beneficiary of the waves of globalisation that had struck it for thousands of years. It had been open to trade, investment, transfer of knowledge, and factor mobility without hindrance.
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July 28, 2025
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Justice Preethi Padman Surasena sworn in as 49th Chief Justice of Sri Lanka
THE most senior Supreme Court Justice, Preethi Padman Surasena was officially sworn in as the Chief Justice of Sri Lanka before President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat.
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July 28, 2025
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TRACE announces Research and Development Grant for innovators
Applications now open until 31 August
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July 28, 2025
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Asia Cup 2025 in UAE starting 9 Sept.; India vs Pakistan on 14 Sept.
INDIA and Pakistan are pitted against each other in Group A at the 2025 men’s Asia Cup, set to be held in the UAE from 9 to 28 September. Their group-stage meeting will be on 14 September, with two more potential games between them should both reach the final.
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July 28, 2025
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Prime Minister calls for deep educational reform beyond textbooks
PRIME Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on Saturday insisted that genuine educational reform in Sri Lanka must go beyond new textbooks, calling instead for a systemic transformation of the country's outdated and exam-centric system.
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July 28, 2025
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Shippers Council holds 55th AGM
Outgoing Chairman Sean Van Dort highlights deep concern over entrenched corruption within Sri Lanka's import-export sector Advocates for full digitalisation of trade processes as the most effective way to eliminate face-to-face interactions and curb bribery With growing support from industry associations calls for implementation of anew legal framework New Chairman Trisherman Frink proposes to focus on several key priorities in the year as global and regional shipping environment undergoes rapid transformation
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July 28, 2025
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Who protects the vulnerable? Reframing role of Police in preventing gendered harassment in Sri Lanka
IN Sri Lanka, the word protection carries weight. It is a promise embedded in the mandate of State institutions, especially the Police. It is a word that should evoke safety, trust, and accountability. Yet, for many women and children, especially in vulnerable domestic contexts, protection remains an unfulfilled expectation, marked by inaction, bias, and systemic disregard.
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July 28, 2025
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NDB Bank secures eight prestigious wins at SLIBFI Awards 2025
NDB Bank said it has reaffirmed its leadership in Sri Lanka’s Islamic banking sector by securing eight distinguished accolades at the Sri Lanka Islamic Banking and Finance Industry (SLIBFI) Awards 2025, held recently. These wins mark yet another milestone in NDB’s ongoing journey of excellence, innovation, and dedication to inclusive financial services.
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July 28, 2025
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Women's Chamber of Industry and Commerce Northern Chapter holds workshop on “Importance of Packaging"
THE Women's Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) Northern Chapter, formally inaugurated earlier this year, has been operating in the Northern Province with the support of the German Asia-Pacific Business Association (OAV) for the past two years, engaging, empowering, and enriching the women entrepreneurs of the North.
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July 28, 2025
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1996 Mullaitivu debacle, missing persons, and accountability
JULY marks 29 years since the fall of the Mullaitivu garrison in 1996, one of the most devastating military defeats in Sri Lanka’s modern history.
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July 28, 2025
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Lassana greetings from BIA
Lassana Flora elevates airport greetings with country’s first-ever arrival terminal floral outlet
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July 28, 2025
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Trinity prove prowess; beat Isipathana 32/10
TRINITY College continued their dream run in the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025, delivering a commanding 32/10 win over defending Knock-Out champions, Isipathana College in front of a packed and appreciative crowd at the Trinity College Rugby Stadium in Pallekele on Saturday.
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July 28, 2025
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National campaign launched to control sexual harassment in public transport and spaces
SEXUAL harassment in Sri Lanka’s public transport and spaces poses a severe threat to women and girls, limiting their freedom and causing distress. This persistent issue fosters gender imbalance, directly hindering the nation’s economic growth and overall development.
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July 28, 2025
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President prioritises protection of wild elephants, daily lives of rural community
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake on last week held a crucial discussion with relevant Ministers and Officials regarding the protection of wild elephants and safeguarding daily lives of rural community.
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July 28, 2025
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Textile and apparel sector strengthens ESG transparency with new GRI-backed initiative
A new sustainability initiative is set to enhance the resilience, competitiveness, and global standing of Sri Lanka’s apparel sector.
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July 28, 2025
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Ground-breaking study on women inclusion in Sri Lanka's maritime sector
A national first for gender inclusion in maritime sector by Maritime SheEO and Ceyline Group
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July 28, 2025
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Need for Central Counter Party framework for CSE
THE Colombo Stock Exchange Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management and Post Trade Settlement Dulani Warnakulasooriya in this interview shares insights into the need for a Central Counter Party (CCP) clearing in Sri Lanka, a landmark development aimed at strengthening market stability, reducing systemic risk, and aligning with international best practices.
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July 28, 2025
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IRCSL hosts awareness session on AML/CFT compliance for insurance brokers
THE Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) in collaboration with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) conducted an awareness session to the insurance brokering companies on Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT), on 4 June at the Auditorium of Center for Banking Studies (CBS) of Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
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July 28, 2025
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European Union and Sri Lanka host landmark International Conference on Child Protection to tackle violence against children
MARKING a critical push to combat all forms of violence against children in Sri Lanka, the International Conference on Child Protection (ICCP’25) was inaugurated on 25 July and ran until yesterday (27 July).
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July 28, 2025
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CICT launches Sri Lankan talent into global maritime leadership
IN a significant step toward global engagement and talent development, Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT), has facilitated the participation of 16 top performing Sri Lankan students from six leading universities in the C Blue Training Program in China.
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July 28, 2025
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Priyantha Ranasinghe to lead CIPM for another term
CIPM Sri Lanka unanimously reelected outstanding HR professional and business leader Priyantha Ranasinghe as President for the year 2025/26 at its Annual General Meeting held on 26 July at the Waters Edge, Battaramulla, amidst its distinguished membership representing the HR fraternity in Sri Lanka.
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July 28, 2025
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Embassy advances trade collaboration: Maliban and CP Group hold follow-up business meeting in Bangkok
THE Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand successfully facilitated a high-level business meeting between Maliban Biscuit Manufactories Ltd., Sri Lanka and Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Ltd., (CPF), a core subsidiary of Thailand's CP Group, on 22 July in Bangkok.
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July 28, 2025
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British Parliamentarians visit Presidential Secretariat
A delegation of British Parliamentarians last Friday visited the Presidential Secretariat.
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July 28, 2025
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Five new foreign envoys present credentials to President
FIVE newly appointed Ambassadors and one High Commissioner to Sri Lanka officially presented their credentials to President Anura Kumara Disanayake at the Presidential Secretariat last week (24).
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July 28, 2025
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Kanishke appointed to Capital Alliance Holdings Board
CAPITAL Alliance Holdings Ltd., has announced the appointment of Kanishke Mannakkara as a Non-Independent Executive Director.
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July 28, 2025
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Navigating crisis
“The winds and waves are always on the side of the ablest navigators” - Edward Gibbon
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July 28, 2025
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Invisible trails: Navigating intersections of digital exhaust, trust, and privacy
IN the modern digital ecosystem, every click, search, swipe, and share generate a hidden byproduct - digital exhaust.
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