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Thurstan-Isipathana Veteran Golf encounter triumphs over inclement weather
DESPITE two days of relentless inclement weather, veteran golfers from Thurstan College and Isipathana College gathered with undiminished enthusiasm at the “Ridgeways Link” of the Royal Colombo Golf Club on Sunday, 25 May, for their eagerly anticipated annual golfing encounter.
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May 30, 2025
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Lankans within Top 30 at Asia-Pacific Golf Championship
RESHAN Algama ended with a gross score of 221 while Adhithya Weerasinghe ended on 226 at the Asia-Pacific Golf Championship 2025 which ended in Hong Kong yesterday.
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May 30, 2025
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Build SL Housing and Construction International Expo begins today
THE 20th Build SL Housing and Construction International Expo, which has now become the premier exhibition of the construction industry in Sri Lanka, will be held on 30 and 31 May and 1 June at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre of BMICH.
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May 30, 2025
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Central Bank's Sustainable Finance Roadmap: Fatally flawed
SRI Lanka's rise from the ashes following the economic collapse of 2022 owes largely to the competence of the Central Bank, especially its Governor, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe. It is easy to forget, however, that the country's economic collapse too, was precipitated largely by the Central Bank.
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May 30, 2025
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Abans appointed national distributor for global smartphone brand Realme in Sri Lanka
THE innovative mobile brand that is made for the youth, Realme, has appointed Abans as its national distributor in Sri Lanka.
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May 30, 2025
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Fresh culinary chapter at Dickwella Resort & Spa
SRI Lanka is not truly experienced until one has visited Dickwella. Here, jade-blue waves meet golden shores, while the salty breeze carries the aroma of freshly grilled seafood. Located along Sri Lanka's southern coastline, Dickwella is famous for its immaculate beaches and coral reefs beneath the turquoise waters. Just minutes away from Point Dondra, Dickwella Resort & Spa by Browns Hotels & Resorts invites all to indulge in an exquisite new à la carte menu—one that brings the world’s flavours to your plate, paired with panoramic views of the Ocean.
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May 30, 2025
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Private sector-led China International Chamber of Commerce seeks investment opportunities
THE China International Chamber of Commerce for the Private Sector (CICCPS) recently visited the Board of Investment (BOI) to focus on win-win cooperation and innovation in collaboration with Sri Lanka.
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May 30, 2025
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Home-grown Hayleys Fentons leads Sri Lanka's renewable energy revolution
IN an effort towards revolutionising Sri Lanka's renewable energy landscape, HayWind - the wind energy arm of Hayleys Fentons - yesterday officially partnered with the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) to launch Sri Lanka's largest private investment in wind power: a 50 Megawatt (MW) wind farm in Mannar.
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May 29, 2025
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NSB achieves robust growth in 1Q
PBT doubles to Rs. 7.5 b | Total assets now at Rs. 1.8 t
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May 29, 2025
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HNB investment a means to diversify operations in key growth sectors: Nandana
CEYLON Steel Corporation Ltd., (LANWA) said yesterday that the Rs. 14 billion investment into buying 9.9% stake in Hatton National Bank (HNB) was one of the means to diversify operations in key growth sectors.
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May 29, 2025
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China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao arrives
IN a major boost to bilateral ties
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May 29, 2025
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President puts export growth as priority
SIGNALLING the priority to boost exports, President Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday convened a top-level meeting of officials and the private sector to identify challenges and resolution measures.
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May 29, 2025
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Stamping tribute to world's teamaker
TWO commemorative stamps were issued to honour Dilmah Tea Founder Merrill J. Fernando, a pioneer who changed the global tea industry.
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May 29, 2025
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Man Utd booed off after defeat in Malaysia
MANCHESTER United (Man Utd) Head Coach Ruben Amorim believes it will do hs players good to leave Kuala Lumpur with the sound of boos ringing in ther ears after a 1-0 loss to ASEAN All-Stars
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May 29, 2025
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New IPS publication puts spotlight on estimating Aswesuma effectiveness
THE Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) has launched its latest study titled \"Estimating the effectiveness of Aswesuma: Targeting and welfare outcomes in post-crisis Sri Lanka.
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May 29, 2025
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First Capital Treasuries reports Rs. 3 b PAT for FY2024/25
Continues momentum with strengthened balance sheet and upgraded credit rating
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May 29, 2025
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Sri Lanka participates in two international cultural festivals in Ankara
THE Sri Lanka Embassy in Ankara participated in the “6th International Culture Day” at OSTIM Technical University and the “International Friendship Day” at Hacettepe University on 7 May and 14 May, respectively.
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May 29, 2025
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Sri Lankan Sports Broadcasting Redefined: ThePapare Brings Global Events to Multiscreen Platforms
THEPAPARE, Sri Lanka's No. 1 sports channel, has once again raised the bar for sports broadcasting in the country.
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May 29, 2025
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Janashakthi fastest growing insurer in Q1 2025
JANASHAKTHI Life, the fastest growing life insurer in the country recorded 49% year-on-year increase in Gross Written Premiums (GWP) for the first quarter of 2025, totalling Rs. 1,830 million — up from Rs. 1,231 million in Q1 2024.
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May 29, 2025
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Lalkantha says Balthazaar nominated for Colombo Mayor post
MINISTER K.D. Lalkantha has announced that the National People’s Power (NPP) has officially secured control of the Colombo Municipal Council.
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May 29, 2025
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Keep Auditor General's office free from political interference
THE President's decision to nominate an outsider to the post of the next Auditor General of Sri Lanka has become a test of the sincerity of the Government to uphold its pledge to depoliticise State sector institutions.
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May 29, 2025
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An-Nur 2025 this Sunday at Lionel Wendt
Dawn of a new dimension from Muslim Choral Ensemble's collective of artistic expressions
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May 29, 2025
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Polish FM arrives in Sri Lanka on official visit
REPUBLIC of Poland Foreign Affairs Minister Radosław Sikorski has arrived in Sri Lanka on an official visit.
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May 29, 2025
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Revamped T20 Blast ready to ignite
HISTORY will be made in the 2025 T20 Blast as women's teams have officially become \"fully aligned\" with the men's game for the first time.
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May 29, 2025
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Global tech alliance launches next-generation Al unit in Abu Dhabi
IN a historic step forward for artificial intelligence (AI) and international collaboration, G42, OpenAI, Oracle, NVIDIA, SoftBank Group and Cisco have announced their partnership to build Stargate UAE.
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May 29, 2025
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Tournament committee grapples with vagaries of weather
Only one out of six Major Clubs T20 matches played
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May 29, 2025
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SLT-Mobitel's Q1 surge reinforces role as pillar of progress
IN a powerful demonstration of strategic renewal, SLT-Mobitel has reported a remarkable turnaround in its financial performance for the first quarter of 2025, posting a Group Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 2,001 million, a dramatic leap from Rs. 156 million in Q1 2024.
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May 29, 2025
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Daminda Perera new Director/CEO at Swisstek
DAMINDA Perera has been appointed as the new Executive Director/CEO of Swisstek (Ceylon) PLC.
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May 29, 2025
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WindForce achieves robust 29% profit growth, reaching Rs. 2.25 b
WINDFORCE PLC, Sri Lanka's leading renewable energy company, has reported outstanding financial results for the fiscal year 2024/25, demonstrating its strategic resilience and commitment to sustainable growth.
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May 29, 2025
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Harmony of Hope 2025 with Marians – music to uplift lives of children in need
THE melodious voices of the Marians will reverberate throughout the BMICH on 21 June as they sing for the children of Sri Lanka, the underprivileged, the disabled, the abused and the innocents fighting critical illnesses.
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