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Monin Creative Cup debuts at National Barista Championship 2025
Celebration of coffee skill and creativity at Hotel Show Colombo
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July 24, 2025
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Sri Lankan passport gains five places to rank world's 91st
SRI Lanka's passport has leaped five ranks in the latest Henley Passport Index 2025, landing at 91st place, according to the latest rankings released by Henley & Partners.
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July 24, 2025

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President appoints special committee to prove fraud and irregularities at SriLankan Airlines and AASL
Stresses urgent need for thorough and impartial inquiry
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July 24, 2025
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ADB lowers Asia-Pacific growth forecast amid trade frictions
THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised downward its GDP growth forecast for Asia and the Pacific, including Sri Lanka, citing heightened risks from escalating US tariff policies and rising global trade tensions.
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July 24, 2025

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Under Armour by Abans opens Newest Brand House at One Galle Face Mall
Global athletic apparel leader Under Armour by Abans has marked yet another milestone in Sri Lanka with the grand opening of its third and newest Brand House at the One Galle Face Mall recently.
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July 24, 2025
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'Public participation in governance keeps corruption at bay and spurs economic growth': Former President Kumaratunga
A collaboration between Sciences Po in France and BALPP, 2025 Scales of Governance Conference deliberates on South Asian governance challenges
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July 24, 2025

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CBSL keeps policy rates unchanged
Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe says rates could be eased if outlook shifts post-US tariff talks, but sees no immediate need to change current stance Notes leading indicators suggest continued growth momentum in Q2; expresses confidence in over 3% GDP growth over next three years Says 16.1% credit growth is part of post-crisis recovery, with no signs of economic overheating Notes credit is shifting from SOEs to private sector, helping boost private investment
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July 24, 2025

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New IPS publication - ‘Debt for climate and nature swaps in Sri Lanka: Scoping study’
IN addressing the triple challenges of high indebtedness, climate change and loss of nature, debtfor-climate and nature (DfCN) swaps are recognised as an effective fiscal instrument for developing economies.
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July 24, 2025

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Chinese Dragon Café opens flagship outlet in Jaffna
CHINESE Dragon Café (CDC), one of Sri Lanka's most recognisable names in Chinese cuisine, has opened its latest outlet in Jaffna, marking a new chapter in the restaurant's longstanding presence across the island.
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July 24, 2025

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Koach Hub lands in Brunei; partners Dash FA to launch nation's first tech-enabled academy
IN a landmark move for football development in Brunei, global sports tech company Koach Hub has officially launched its operations in the Sultanate through a groundbreaking partnership with Dash Football Academy (Dash FA).
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July 24, 2025
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Sri Lanka continues to face rising wave of malware and phishing cyber threats
AS Sri Lanka advances its digital transformation agenda, the nation is confronting a rapidly escalating wave of cyber threats.
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July 24, 2025

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McLarens Group and Koko forge strategic partnership
Initiative to enhance accessibility of 3M and Meguiar's products in Sri Lanka
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July 24, 2025
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Unlock new trade opportunities with Vietnam
Exclusive session with Ambassador of Vietnam at National Chamber
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July 24, 2025
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DFCC Bank unveils Sri Lanka's first ever 20-year fixed-rate home loan
IN a landmark move that redefines home financing in Sri Lanka, DFCC Bank has introduced the country’s first 20-year fixed interest rate home loan— an unprecedented product designed to offer long-term financial stability, faster access, and deeply human-centred support to Sri Lankan homebuyers.
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July 24, 2025
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SLASSCOM National Ingenuity Awards 2025: Showcasing Sri Lanka's Digital Trailblazers
The SLASSCOM National Ingenuity Awards 2025 brought together Sri Lanka's brightest tech innovators on July 1st at the Grand Marquee, Taj Samudra.
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July 24, 2025

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Celebration of Thai and Chinese flavours at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo
CINNAMON Lakeside Colombo is set to bring together two of Asia’s most iconic culinary traditions at its upcoming Thai-Chinese Food Festival, taking place from 25 to 27 July, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Hosted across Long Feng, Royal Thai, and the Pool Terrace, the festival will feature a diverse buffet, curated by Executive Chef Ashan Liyanage and the culinary team, and complemented by live entertainment each evening.
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July 24, 2025

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For US, UK and Europe, wars, death and destruction are profitable business
ISRAELI Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, soaked in Palestinian blood, is the most hated person in this planet today.
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July 24, 2025

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Knuckles Spring Water enters Bahrain market
THE Embassy of Sri Lanka in the Kingdom of Bahrain actively facilitated the entry of Knuckles Spring Water, produced by Sri Lankan corporate Cargills (Ceylon) PLC, into the Bahraini market. This marks the first time Cargills-manufactured products have been introduced to Bahrain.
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July 24, 2025

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SLB President engages in fruitful discussion with Badminton Asia top officials
SRI Lanka Badminton (SLB) President Roshan Gunawardena met top officials of Badminton Asia (BA) at the WONDR Badminton Asia Junior Championship 2025, now underway in Solo, Indonesia.
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July 24, 2025
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ALT X powers global e-commerce for Kodak
ALTERED Experience (ALT X), Sri Lanka’s international award-winning business solutions company, has reached a significant milestone by launching Kodak SoundBrix on Amazon USA, becoming one of the very few Sri Lankan companies to do so for a globally recognised legacy brand such as Kodak.
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July 24, 2025

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India's white ball tour of Sri Lanka not feasible
Lanka Premier League postponed for December
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July 24, 2025

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Evolution Auto powers ahead with global EV technical training new multi-brand workshop
EVOLUTION Auto Ltd. has announced two major milestones in its mission to deliver world-class EV after-sales service, comprising body, drive train, periodic maintenance and electrical systems.
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July 24, 2025
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Crunch time in Dialog Schools Rugby Bowl segment
THE Dialog Schools Rugby League Under-19 Bowl segment heats up this week with three crucial clashes that could determine who survives the drop for next season.
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July 24, 2025
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Colombo District Court issues enjoining order against illegal SLR constitution move by "Working Task Force”
THE Colombo District Court yesterday issued two enjoining orders against the Working Task Force of Sri Lanka Rugby and the Executive Director of Sri Lanka Rugby, restraining them from acting upon the draft constitution of Sri Lanka Rugby and from taking any steps based on such draft constitution.
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July 24, 2025

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Trinity Global launches flagship LTW 200 and entry-level BO2, powering e-mobility revolution
TRINITY Global Ltd., established in 2023, has emerged as a trailblazer in Sri Lanka's electric mobility sector, recognised for introducing innovative electric vehicles along with reliable after-sales service and spare parts support.
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July 24, 2025
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CIMA Sri Lanka celebrates 60 years of excellence in finance and business
THIS year marks an important milestone for The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) in Sri Lanka as we celebrate six decades of empowering Sri Lanka's most highly skilled accounting and finance professionals to support their businesses, communities, and economies to thrive and succeed.
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July 24, 2025

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EDB-NOCU’s countrywide awareness campaign reaches Batticaloa
THE National Organic Control Unit (NOCU) of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) continued its mission to elevate Sri Lanka’s organic agriculture sector by successfully conducting the third phase of its 2025 national awareness program at Riveria Resort — Batticaloa on 8 July.
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July 24, 2025

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People's Bank launches exclusive credit card promotion at Kandy City Centre
PEOPLE'S Bank has launched a special credit card promotion at Kandy City Centre (KCC), running from 18 July to 31 August, marking the second consecutive year of this successful initiative.
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July 24, 2025

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Taj Samudra, Colombo shines at Chefs Guild of Sri Lanka Competition with 17 awards
TAJ Samudra Colombo made a remarkable mark at the prestigious Chefs Guild of Sri Lanka Competition 2025, held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), by clinching an impressive tally of 17 medals.
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July 24, 2025

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When tax policy backfires: Call for more calculated policy approach
OVER the first half of 2025 alone, authorities in Sri Lanka have intercepted more than 115 million illegal cigarettes at entry points across the country.
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