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Sandesh Jayawickrama to lead Havies
HAVELOCK Sports Club, affectionately known as the 'Park Club,' has long been a powerhouse in Sri Lanka's rugby landscape, producing generations of talented players and inspiring a distinctive brand of fast-paced, attacking rugby.
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July 14, 2025
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Workers' remittances remain robust
SRI Lanka's workers' remittances remain robust, with the June inflow surging to $ 635.7 million, marking the highest since 2016.
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July 14, 2025
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CBSL kicks off 'Anti-Pyramid National Awareness Week'
THE Financial Consumer Relations Department of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) will launch the 'Anti-Pyramid National Awareness Week' from 14 to 18 July, under the theme \"Pyramid is a trap - don't get into the wrong track.
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July 14, 2025
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SriLankan Cargo named finalist for Airline of the Year – Asia at World Air Cargo Awards
SRILANKAN Airlines, was named a finalist for Airline of the Year – Asia at the prestigious World Air Cargo Awards 2025, held recently at the air cargo Europe trade fair in Messe München, Munich, Germany.
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July 14, 2025
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Amana Bank expands to Matara district with Self Banking Centre in Galbokka, Weligama
AMANA Bank recently expanded its people-friendly banking model to the Matara district with the opening of its 35th Self Banking Centre in Galbokka, Weligama, marking another milestone in the bank’s commitment to providing accessible and convenient banking services across the country.
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July 14, 2025
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Apparel sector must innovate and diversify
THE recent decision by the United States to impose a steep 30% tariff on all imports has once again exposed the vulnerability of the garment industry.
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July 14, 2025
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Reflections on “Rhythm of the Guitar”: Clarence as a classic “start-up”
ONE of my recent movie sensations surely was “Rhythm of the Guitar.” For me it was like a Sri Lankan “Mamma Mia,” the well-loved romantic movie. It has rekindled the reminiscences of the Sri Lankan “King of Pop,” Clarence Wijewardena. Today’s column is not a conventional movie review but a concentration on Clarence as a great “startup” from a managerial perspective.
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July 14, 2025
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Bangladesh outplay Sri Lanka in second T201 to level series
Bowls out SL for lowest total at home - 94
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July 14, 2025
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Edible oil specialist Venkadeshwara Agro Industry plans CSE listing
IPO planned in Q4 2025 to raise Rs. 800 m to Rs. 1 b Northern Province based firm operates one of the largest edible oil manufacturing and solvent extraction plants in Sri Lanka, with 17,000 tons annual oil refining capacity and 30,000 tons solvent extraction capacity Recipient of Rs. 100 m Grant under World Bank Sri Lanka Agriculture Sector Modernisation Project
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July 14, 2025
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FITIS urges Lankan firms' participation at ASOCIO Digital Summit in Nov.
GLOBALLY recognised and prestigious ASOCIO Digital Summit 2025 themed “Artificial Intelligence shaping digital Asia” and annual awards presentation ceremony will take place on 11 November this year (2025) in Taipei, Taiwan.
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July 14, 2025
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Matthew Duckworth appointed Australia's new High Commissioner to Sri Lanka
AUSTRALIAN Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has announced the appointment of Matthew Duckworth as the country’s next High Commissioner to Sri Lanka.
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July 14, 2025
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FitsAir strengthens regional network with daily Dhaka service
IN response to strong demand and growing trade and tourism ties between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, FitsAir has announced that its Colombo-Dhaka service will operate daily from 18 August 2025.
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July 14, 2025
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RDB Bank's Ja-Ela branch relocates to new premises
RDB Bank has relocated its Ja-Ela branch in the Western Province to new premises on 7 July as part of a project to modernise its branch network.
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July 14, 2025
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Ragging: Defiling the cornerstones of free education
A three-judge bench of the Supreme Court comprising Justices A.L. Shiran Gooneratne, K. Priyantha Fernando and Sobhitha Rajakaruna, directed the University Grants Commission (UGC) and other relevant authorities last Wednesday, to strictly enforce the guidelines formulated to combat ragging in State universities.
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July 14, 2025
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SLPA delegation visits Port of Antwerp-Bruges to advance cooperation
Aims to formalise strategic MoU focused on operational cooperation, innovation, and sustainable development
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July 14, 2025
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Rahul shines with landmark ton on gripping day at Lord's
KL Rahul amassed his 10th Test ton as India and England engaged in a fierce contest on the third day of the Lord's Test.
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July 14, 2025
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Editors’ Guild withdraws from committee to draft National Media Policy
THE Editors’ Guild of Sri Lanka (TEGOSL), said this week it has withdrawn its participation in the committee appointed by the Mass Media Ministry to formulate a National Media Policy.
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July 12, 2025
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CSE indices soar; turnover tops Rs. 10 b as market ends on a high
THE Colombo stock market reopened after a day off and sustained its all-time high level yesterday amidst healthy turnover fuelled by bullish investor sentiment ending the week on the up.
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July 12, 2025
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New Excise Chief prioritises revenue, digitalisation and clean governance
NEWLY appointed Excise Department Commissioner General M.B.N.A. Premarathne officially assumed duties yesterday, pledging to align the Department's work with the Government's broader national priorities of poverty alleviation, digitalisation and Clean Sri Lanka initiative.
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July 12, 2025
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Apparel exporters warn against unregulated terminal handling charges
THE Sri Lanka Apparel Exporter's Association (SLAEA) — representing the country's largest industrial export sector and a major contributor to foreign exchange earnings yesterday expressed concern over recent attempts by certain intermediaries to reintroduce Terminal Handling Charges (THC) that are not reflected in the Sri Lanka Ports Authority's officially approved tariff.
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July 12, 2025
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President meets Gates Foundation delegation
Strengthening collaboration in agriculture, nutrition and digital infrastructure
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July 12, 2025
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Seafood exporters say new US tariff still leaves Sri Lanka uncompetitive
Lankan seafood exports to US accounts for over 25% of total and for some seafood products such as pasteurised crab meat its 100%
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July 12, 2025
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Exporters warn of economic fallout from proposed US 30% tariffs
Calls on Govt. to ramp up efforts to secure alternative markets with an intensified focus on Europe, Middle East and other emerging regions
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July 12, 2025
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Boost for Sri Lankan garment sector as UK launches new trade measures
Unveils reforms to simplify imports from developing countries under upgraded Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS)
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July 12, 2025
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President calls for unified governance and accelerated development
Emphasises data-driven, digital administration core national priority
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July 12, 2025
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ITAK writes to AKD seeking justice and global collaboration over Chemmani mass grave probe
THE Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kadchi (ITAK) has written to President Anura Kumara Disanayake seeking justice and international collaboration over the Chemmani mass grave investigation.
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July 12, 2025
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Dialog Enterprise deploys innovative video surveillance solution to enhance customer service at Domino's Pizza Sri Lanka
DIALOG Enterprise, the corporate ICT solutions arm of Dialog Axiata, continues to drive innovation in Sri Lanka's business landscape by introducing technology solutions that go beyond traditional applications.
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July 12, 2025
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Promoting uniqueness of Jaffna, in India
We feature below an interview with Muhunthan Murugaiah, member of the Northern Tourism Bureau who specialises in hospitality and tourism, having obtained his university credentials linked to tourism from Europe, Malaysia and Sri Lanka.
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July 12, 2025
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Funding climate resilience on the ground: How global funds can reach local actors
How global funds can reach local actors
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July 12, 2025
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MMCA founding patrons visit UAE to foster mutual dialogue
THE Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka’s (MMCA) founding patrons recently visited the United Arab Emirates and had the opportunity to visit Art Dubai, the Sharjah Biennale, and Saadiyat Island.
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