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Kalbe International expands commitment to Sri Lanka's healthcare landscape
KALBE, a leader in healthcare spanning pharmaceuticals and nutrition, has been present in Sri Lanka for over 30 years, demonstrating its commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare solutions to the nation.
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July 15, 2025
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Antisemitic terrorism: Global North's propaganda
ALTHOUGH the origins of modern terrorism go back to the French Reign of Terror in 1700s and could therefore be considered as a product of Western modernity, its 20th century incarnation may well be traced back to the Taliban warriors who were initially praised as freedom fighters by the then US president Ronald Regan when Taliban fought against Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, but later condemned them as terrorists when they turned their weapons against US itself for trying to replace Soviet presence. Thereafter terrorism and terrorists had become officially accepted labels to decry armed resistance against state terror.
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July 15, 2025
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People's Bank launches SME Business Credit Card in partnership with Mastercard
PEOPLE'S Bank has unveiled its latest credit card offering—the SME Business Credit Card—specially designed for Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) customers, in collaboration with Mastercard.
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July 15, 2025
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Lanka Hospitals expands services with LankaLifeLine and LankaCare
24/7 trauma care and home care services to cover mostly overlooked areas of healthcare Solution for Sri Lankan expats to manage family care back home New initiative as dollar income project for the nation Health and Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa calls for dual healthcare model blending public and private services to lift national standards and reduce hospitalisation Tourism Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe welcomes new initiatives to promote medical tourism Lanka Hospitals plans for extensive future expansions and investments on community-oriented healthcare solutions
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July 15, 2025
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India-funded 115-unit housing project opens in Anuradhapura
PRIME Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha last Saturday jointly inaugurated and handed over to the beneficiaries houses constructed with Indian assistance under the Sri Sobitha Nahimigama Project in the Anuradhapura district.
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July 15, 2025
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Hemas Health Plus: Modern OPD for modern life – with the Plus you deserve
SRI Lanka’s healthcare landscape is evolving, and leading this transformation is Hemas Health Plus— the country’s newest, purpose-built outpatient care destination that reimagines how healthcare is experienced. Developed by Hemas Hospitals, Health Plus combines state-of-the-art medical services with a modern, lifestyle-friendly environment designed for comfort, privacy, and convenience.
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July 15, 2025
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Justice wears human face: CIPM Sri Lanka and SLJI empower judges beyond bench
IN an inspiring and forward-thinking initiative, the Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute (SLJI), in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) Sri Lanka, conducted a pioneering capacity-building workshop on Human Resource Management and the Human Side of Justice for newly appointed Magistrates and District Judges. Held on Wednesday, 9 July, at the SLJI Auditorium in Colombo, the session brought together over 50 judicial officers for a day of deep reflection, learning, and renewal of purpose.
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July 15, 2025
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BCC Lanka goes digital
BCC Lanka Ltd., operating under the Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Ministry, has officially transitioned from its longstanding manual system—used for over 35 years—to a digital platform.
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July 15, 2025
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Bad batting and fielding reasons for Sri Lanka's heavy defeat
Batting combinations continue to haunt Sri Lanka
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July 15, 2025
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Sri Lanka can drive investment through labour reforms: Invest India former CEO
INVEST India former Managing Director and CEO Deepak Bagla recently stressed that effective labour reforms are essential for Sri Lanka to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and export development strategy to its export sector.
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July 14, 2025
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President calls for united export strategy amidst US tariff challenge
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake on Saturday confirmed that Sri Lanka has successfully negotiated a reduction in the proposed reciprocal tariff imposed by the US, bringing the rate down from 44% to 30%.
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July 14, 2025
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Softlogic Life completes 100% acquisition of Allianz Life Insurance Lanka
SOFTLOGIC Life Insurance PLC has successfully completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Allianz Life Insurance Lanka Ltd., (Life Business), following the receipt of regulatory approval from the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL).
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July 14, 2025
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MESSAGE FROM THE AMBASSADOR OF FRANCE TO SRI LANKA
Today, we proudly celebrate France's national holiday, Bastille Day.
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July 14, 2025
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Back to the gates of other Bastilles
I sense the long weekend — we Sri Lankans being past-masters at combining a Thursday poya with the traditional brace of days six and seven - somewhat dampened any marked commemoration of the apex of our erstwhile Aragalaya.
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July 14, 2025
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Rubber products exporters call for immediate Govt. action over 30% US tariff
■Says US proposed move threatens $ 1 b export industry
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July 14, 2025
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Sri Lanka and China reaffirm commitment to deepening strategic cooperation
FOREIGN Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath on Saturday met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meetings in Kuala Lumpur.
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July 14, 2025
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Sri Lanka's solar dilemma
Managing growth, grid stability, and fair compensation in the wake of Surya Bala Sangramaya
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July 14, 2025
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Reopening Katchatheevu issue by BJP: Ploy to target DMK, blame Nehru legacy, or checkmate Sri Lanka?
FOR successive Sri Lankan Governments and the people of Sri Lanka, the subject of Katchatheevu has long been viewed as conclusively resolved through two bilateral agreements signed with India in 1974 and 1976. However, the issue continues to resonate in Tamil Nadu, where political and emotional sensitivities remain.
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July 14, 2025
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Acuity Knowledge Partners launches RFP Pulse to help asset managers win new mandates
ACUITY Knowledge Partners' RFP Pulse, a managed digital solution, is designed to transform how asset and wealth managers respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs).
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July 14, 2025
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Bond yields trade on narrow band
Foreign holding in Rupee Treasuries records net inflow Money market liquidity increases Rupee depreciates
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July 14, 2025
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IATA expresses disappointment over misguided Solidarity Levy proposal
THE International Air Transport Association (IATA) has expressed its deep disappointment at the recommendation of the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force (GSLTF) to target air transportation in its aim to \"improve domestic revenue mobilisation of developing countries and support international solidarity (in particular with regards to climate change mitigation and adaptation, pandemics and other development challenges).
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July 14, 2025
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Pelwatte Dairy Industries appoints Rajive Silva as Non-Executive Board Director
PELWATTE Dairy Industries has announced the appointment of Rajive Silva as its new Non-Executive Board Director.
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July 14, 2025
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DIMO Agribusinesses elevates farmers into agripreneurs
DIMO Agribusinesses promotes data-driven farming and professional consultancy in agriculture to transform local farmers into agripreneurs, equipping them with the necessary entrepreneurial mindset and practical knowledge. Tis transformation is pivotal in unlocking the true potential of Sri Lanka's agriculture sector by empowering farmers to approach agriculture asa sustainable and profitable business venture.
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July 14, 2025
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Intervest initiates next growth phase in Sri Lanka
■Sets up second office at Mireka Tower, Havelock City
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July 14, 2025
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CIC Seeds breaks new ground with export of hybrid chilli seeds to Bangladesh
FOLLOWING the successful production of hybrid seeds in Sri Lanka, CIC Seeds has exported a consignment of hybrid chilli seeds to Bangladesh where trials will be carried out to investigate the feasibility of its growth in the South Asian country.
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July 14, 2025
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Defending champs Ace Capital CC break losing sequence
SLC Major Clubs 50-Over Tournament
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July 14, 2025
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Bridjin enters Transaction Advisory Space with one of largest mergers and acquisitions deals
ONE of Sri Lanka’s largest mergers and acquisitions was recently concluded between the promoter shareholders of East West Properties PLC and business magnate Dhammika Perera with Brigjin as the transaction advisor to the promoter shareholders.
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July 14, 2025
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Prestige in every stroke: 114th Shakespeare Shield on 20 July at RCGC
THE Shakespeare Shield returns to the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) on Sunday, 20 July 2025, for its 114th edition, continuing its legacy as Sri Lanka's oldest and most prestigious corporate golf tournament.
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July 14, 2025
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Reshan and Jacob to tee off in Indonesia
SRI Lanka’s top ranked junior golfer, Reshan Algama, and upcoming youngster, Jacob Norton, will represent Sri Lanka at the Medco Pondok Indah International Amateur Golf Championships 2025 which will tee off tomorrow in Jakarta, Indonesia. This tournament will be worked off over 3 days.
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July 14, 2025
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High-level panel sparks insightful dialogue on Sri Lanka's new Public Debt Management Framework
THE Association of Primary Dealers hosted an exclusive panel discussion titled “The Future of Public Debt Management in Sri Lanka” on 8 July 2025 at the Galle Face Hotel, bringing together senior professionals from across the financial sector to examine the implications of the newly enacted Public Debt Management Act No. 33 of 2024.
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