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Dankotuwa Porcelain enters strategic partnership with Kiros Hospitality
Joint initiative to introduce global-standard OS&E solutions
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July 11, 2025
Daily FT
SriLankan Airlines and Tourism Malaysia host media FAM tour
SRILANKAN Airlines, together with the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, recently hosted a group of Sri Lankan journalists on an exciting familiarisation (FAM) tour of Malaysia, aimed at strengthening travel and tourism ties between the two countries.
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July 11, 2025
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ACCA APAC Virtual Careers Fair 2025 on 16 July to draw global talent
WITH growing demand for finance professionals across South and Southeast Asia, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is set to host its flagship Asia Pacific Virtual Careers Fair (APAC VCF) on 16 July, providing a powerful digital platform that connects future-ready talent with top employers across the region.
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July 11, 2025
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"Just as we breathe again": Trump's tariff blow to Sri Lanka's fragile recovery
TRUMP'S proposed 30% tariff on Sri Lankan exports, set to take effect on 1 August 2025, threatens to derail the island's early-stage economic recovery. As Sri Lanka navigates a post-crisis macroeconomic transition, this impending tariff shock exposes the country's structural trade vulnerabilities and over dependence on Western markets.
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July 11, 2025
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Fairway Holdings' 'Art and Jazz on the Street' brings life to Colombo Fort
■ A monthly festival boosting tourism and empowering local artists
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July 11, 2025
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Senior business leader Ajit M. De S. Jayaratne no more
HIGHLY respected senior business leader Ajit M. De S. Jayaratne passed away yesterday at the age of 85.
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July 11, 2025
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New bonus interest scheme for seniors: Timely or populist?
THE Government has launched a special interest scheme for senior citizens (60 years and above) with effect from 1 July as part of the 2025 Budget proposals.
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July 11, 2025
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LOLC Life Assurance signs strategic MoU with SMIB to strengthen bancassurance services
LOLC Life Assurance, a fully owned subsidiary of LOLC Holdings, has entered into a strategic partnership with the State Mortgage and Investment Bank (SMIB), one of the longest standing banks in Sri Lanka, to offer life endowment insurance solutions through its bancassurance channel.
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July 11, 2025
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Sri Lanka run Bangladesh to the ground in first T20I
Start preparation for T20 World Cup with near perfect performance
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July 11, 2025
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Bharathanatya Arangetram of Ananyaa Prabagar
THE Bharathanatya Arangetram of Ananyaa Prabagar, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Prabagar, will be held on 27 July at New Kathiresan Hall Bambalapitiya at 5.30 p.m. She is a disciple of 'Kalasuri', 'Aacharya Kala Sagara', 'Vishwa Ranga Abhimanaya' Smt. Vasugy Jegatheeswaran.
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July 11, 2025
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Seventy years of passion and pride: Thrilling encounters light up Colombo Hockey League
THE Colombo Hockey Association (CHA), now celebrating its monumental 70th anniversary, continues to honour its enduring legacy with adrenaline-pumping action on the turf.
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July 11, 2025
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Financial literacy: Must-have skill for young entrepreneurs
IN today’s fast-paced and competitive business world, ideas alone are not enough to guarantee success. While innovation, creativity, and drive are crucial for entrepreneurship, one foundational skill often gets overlooked — financial literacy. For young entrepreneurs, especially those launching startups or venturing into business for the first time, understanding finance is not just helpful — it is absolutely essential.
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July 11, 2025
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Sterling Engineering completes 1MW rooftop solar project at Falcon Tea Factory
STERLING Engineering Ltd. has successfully completed a landmark 1 Megawatt rooftop solar power project at the Falcon Tea Factory in Ratnapura, widely regarded as the finest tea producer in Sri Lanka's Sabaragamuwa Province.
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July 11, 2025
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Seylan Bank...
We are deeply grateful for the confidence the market has placed in Seylan Bank’s vision, and the bank’s commitment to building a future-ready, inclusive financial sector.”
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July 11, 2025
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Ex-NDBIB Darshan joins Fintrex Finance Board
DARSHAN Perera has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director on the Board of Fintrex Finance PLC.
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July 11, 2025
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SolarTherm signs MoU with Alliance Finance
SOLARTHERM recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Alliance Finance Company (AFC) to jointly promote the ‘AFC Solar Loan’ among SolarTherm customers.
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July 11, 2025
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Reshan holds steady on top at penultimate day of National Ranking Tournament
NATIONAL Ranking Golf Tournament organised by Sri Lanka Golf ended its day 3 with Reshan Algama firmly holding onto his lead, carding an impressive 215 to aggregate to stay ahead after day 3 at Rajawella yesterday.
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July 11, 2025
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Bridging the language gap: How AI can unlock new opportunities for tourism industry
OVER three decades ago, I was fortunate to be part of Sri Lanka’s telecom revolution, as founding MD of Mobitel — helping connect fishermen, farmers, and families far beyond Colombo. Back then, a simple mobile call could transform a fisherman’s daily catch into a better income, or help a rural family access vital information. It was a reminder that real progress often starts by giving people the tools to help themselves.
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July 11, 2025
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Dhammika continues to serve with 'Service Serves Us'
RENOWNED service excellence trainer Dhammika Kalapuge will present, for the fifth time, his highly acclaimed one-day public program, 'Service Serves Us,' on Tuesday, 22 July, at Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo 2.
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July 11, 2025
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Marco Polo Blue Deal: Sri Lanka poised to lead Indian Ocean's green energy revolution
CHARTING a bold new course towards a clean energy future, the Marco Polo Blue Deal is the ultimate business case for the future of Sri Lanka’s economy in the 21st century.
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July 11, 2025
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Kobe Motor introduces Powertrain Warranty with Auto Miraj as authorised service partner
KOBE Motor this week announced Auto Miraj as its authorised nationwide service partner in a collaboration that aims to offer unparalleled value and peace of mind to Sri Lankan vehicle owners.
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July 11, 2025
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Arrogance of ignorance
MINISTER of Industries Sunil Handunneththi's performance at a panel discussion at the 2025 Summer Davos meet of World Economic Forum held in Nanjing unleashed a monstrously huge tide of chattering that continues unabated keeping the chattering class busy on the importance of English.
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July 11, 2025
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Transparency International fumes over Govt.'s inertia over RTI Chief vacancy
Calls on President and Constitutional Council to expedite appointment of Chairperson to RTI Commission without further delay, showcasing genuine commitment to anti-corruption in Sri Lanka
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July 11, 2025
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Building a resourcing strategy: Blueprint for sustainable local governance - Part 3
Sri Lanka stands at a pivotal moment. To restore confidence in Government institutions and improve service delivery, the country must invest in professional, strategic asset management.
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July 10, 2025
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Drought forces NWSDB to urge public to conserve water
DUE to the prevailing dry weather conditions, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has requested consumers to use drinking water sparingly.
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July 10, 2025
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Heretic's Mirror: Moral psychology and collapse of reform in NPP - Part 2B
This essay explores the NPP's transformation from reformist force to morally enclosed echo chamber. Drawing on Jonathan Haidt's moral psychology, it shows how loyalty eclipses truth and dissent becomes apostasy.
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July 10, 2025
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Trump settles for 30% tariff on Sri Lanka, down from 44% proposed earlier
Some analysts welcome 30% rate for Sri Lanka as better than Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia, Thailand, Bangladesh and Indonesia Disappointment for others who were expecting 20% tariff Japan, Malaysia and Philippines charged lower tariff than SL Trump invites Sri Lanka to participate in “extraordinary economy of the United States” Says 30% is far less than what is needed to eliminate trade deficit disparity with US Warns if SL decides to raise tariff, then whatever number chosen will be added onto 30% that US will charge from 1 August Insists tariff slapped as necessary to correct many years of Sri Lanka's high tariff and non-tariff policies and barriers Claims unsustainable trade deficit with SL is major threat to US economy and national security Assures if SL eliminates tariff and other policies and barriers, US will consider further adjustment
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July 10, 2025
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Kusal Mendis beginning to realise his potential
Pockets Player of the Match and Player of the Series awards
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July 10, 2025
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Advocata Institute urges Govt. to uphold electricity sector reforms
THE Advocata Institute yesterday called on the Government to reaffirm its commitment to the critical reforms initiated by the 2024 Electricity Act.
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July 10, 2025
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Nations Trust WNPS Monthly Lecture puts spotlight on “Learning from Leopards"
Two experts Noah Falklind and Hannah Gormley to share key insights on 17 July
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