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Allianz Lanka contributes on behalf of customers for every motor and travel policy purchased to support Sri Lanka's biodiversity in partnership with WNPS PLANT Initiative
ALLIANZ Insurance Lanka Limited announced its partnership with the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society of Sri Lanka (WNPS) to support the Preserving Land and Nature (PLANT) initiative, a science-based conservation program dedicated to building forest corridors, restoring ecosystems, promoting biodiversity, and enhancing climate resilience.
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November 12, 2025
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Prof. Dickson inspires governance reform in Sri Lankan sports
THE National Olympic Council of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) successfully hosted a seminar on 'Strengthening Good Governance in Sri Lanka Sports Organisations' at Olympic House in Colombo recently with Prof. Geoffrey Dickson of La Teobe University, Melbourne, Australia.
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November 12, 2025
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Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup will be his last
PORTUGAL striker Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed the 2026 World Cup will be his last.
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November 12, 2025
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Sinner sweeps past Auger-Aliassime at ATP Finals
JANNIK Sinner began his ATP Finals title defence by sweeping aside a physically hampered Felix Auger-Aliassime in front of a passionate Turin crowd.
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November 12, 2025
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SLABA says 2026 Budget evens playing field for Sri Lankan fashion brands
THE Sri Lanka Apparel Brands Association (SLABA), representing all leading Sri Lankan apparel and fashion brands, said it enthusiastically welcomes the Budget, which addresses the majority of the industry’s key requests to strengthen the domestic apparel ecosystem, particularly regarding VAT and SMEs.
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November 12, 2025
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Secondary Bond market consolidates ahead of Rs. 77 b T-Bill auction
THE secondary Bond market yesterday overall saw yields consolidate at the lower levels established by the recent rally.
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November 12, 2025
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Union Assurance strengthens industry leadership with multiple wins at SLIM NSA 2025
UNION Assurance has announced its outstanding performance at the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) National Sales Awards (NSA) 2025, securing five prestigious awards across both the Agency and Partnership Distribution channels.
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November 12, 2025
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CBL Foods International wins Global Performance Excellence Award – “Best in Class”
CBL Foods International Ltd., a subsidiary of CBL Group, has been recognised with the Global Performance Excellence Award (GPEA) 2025 — Best in Class, presented by the Asia Pacific Quality Organisation (APQO) at its 30th International Conference held in Beijing, China.
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November 12, 2025
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2026 a growth Budget for Sri Lanka?
AFTER a remarkable recovery from a very deep crisis in 2022, Sri Lanka's recent Budget consolidates economic stablisation and introduces a few markers for further growth (e.g. on trade, digitalisation and the Port City), but more needs to be done to embed a growth strategy and transform its economy to avoid further IMF austerity programs.
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November 12, 2025
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Norris wins Brazil GP to extend F1 championship lead over Piastri
MCLAREN'S Lando Norris won the Sao Paulo Grand Prix to surge 24 points clear in the Formula One championship on Sunday, while teammate and title rival Oscar Piastri finished fifth after being penalised for causing a collision.
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November 12, 2025
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Green Cabin marks festive season with Colpetty revamp and annual cake mixing
Brand's refreshed look and festive celebration signals a bold new era
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November 12, 2025
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NPP’s Budget is a beautiful mix of words like a children’s playbook - Marikkar
Claims it is a bland Budget with neither merits nor demerits Says prices of essential goods, electricity, water, school supplies, medicines, or bus fares have not been reduced in this Budget Adds that NPP is trying to show that they did all development in the country since independence Stresses that NPP Ministers and MPs lack knowledge on reality Objects Govt's decision to lower the VAT registration threshold from Rs. 60 m to Rs. 36 m annual turnover Claims the Govt. is oppressing people
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November 12, 2025
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First Capital Holdings posts Rs. 3.43 b PAT in 1H
FIRST Capital Holdings PLC yesterday announced a stellar performance for the six months ended 30 September, recording a Profit after Tax of Rs. 3.43 billion, a substantial increase from Rs. 897 million in the corresponding period of the previous year.
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November 12, 2025
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WCIC happy with SME, women entrepreneur focus in Budget 2026
THE Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) has described the 2026 Budget as a positive step for women-owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs), citing its focus on SME growth and specific allocations for women entrepreneurs.
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November 12, 2025
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Ambeon Group reports robust 2Q performance with sustained profit growth
Ambeon Capital PLC, the investment holding company of the Ambeon Group, reports PAT of Rs. 3.82 b in 2Q Year-to-date PAT stood at Rs. 4.55 b, compared to Rs. 123 m a year ago Ambeon Holdings PLC, the principal operating subsidiary, records PAT of Rs. 3.22 b for 2Q
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November 12, 2025
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2026 Budget: Well balanced between economic growth and development
The shift to fully digital Government payments is pivotal, reinforced by eliminating fees for QR transactions below Rs. 5,000 to drive mass adoption. The commitment to issuing Digital ID cards by March 2026 provides the crucial underlying technology for efficient, targeted service delivery and resource management.
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November 12, 2025
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SDB bank continues journey of sustainable improvement
WITH over 28 years of existence in the development banking landscape, SDB bank continued to deliver sustainable financial performance during the third quarter of 2025, reflecting the bank’s sound fundamentals, disciplined balance sheet management, and continued focus on inclusive and purpose-driven banking.
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November 12, 2025
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Discussion on 6Ps framework with Prof. Kotler and Denzil
PROF. Philip Kotler, widely regarded as the Father of Modern Marketing, has spent decades helping the world think beyond merely “selling more stuff.” From his early 4Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion) to the later 7Ps, he repeatedly refined the marketing toolkit to suit the realities of each era. Now, in a recent conversation with Sri Lankan veteran marketer Denzil Perera during his visit to Prof. Kotler in Illinois, Chicago, Kotler outlined a fresh, values-driven evolution of his thinking: a 6Ps framework.
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November 12, 2025
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30th Annual General Meeting of Sri Lanka–Korea Business Council of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce
THE Sri Lanka-Korea Business Council (SLKBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce held its 30th Annual General Meeting with Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Sri Lanka Miyon Lee gracing the event as Chief Guest.
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November 12, 2025
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Automobile Technologies drives innovation forward with exclusive GAC test drive experience
EV Company Automobile Technologies brought a wave of innovation and excitement to the heart of Colombo with an exclusive outdoor test drive event featuring the luxury electric vehicle brand GAC, held at the Nelum Pokuna premises recently.
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November 12, 2025
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Budget 2026: Continuing the trajectory of fiscal consolidation
THE 2026 Budget has been hailed for continuing the trajectory of fiscal consolidation and reforms. Compliance with the IMF-mandated revenue-based fiscal consolidation has been instrumental in restoring macroeconomic stability and normalcy from the depths of economic devastation experienced in 2022.
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November 12, 2025
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Man City crush Liverpool 3-0 to cut gap with Premier League leaders Arsenal
MANCHESTER City celebrated Pep Guardiola’s 1,000th game in management with a statement 3-0 win over Liverpool to close to within four points of Premier League leaders Arsenal.
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November 12, 2025
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Five Indian firms shortlisted for digital ID project
FIVE Indian technology companies, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, Protean e-Gov Technologies, RailTel Corporation, and Bharat Electronics, have been shortlisted to bid for Sri Lanka’s upcoming Unique Digital Identity (SL-UDI) project.
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November 12, 2025
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Browns' Exide and RoadX ignite track at Gunner Supercross 2025
POWERING one of Sri Lanka's most electrifying motorsport events of the year, Exide was the partner of the Gunner Supercross 2025.
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November 12, 2025
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Rai beats Fleetwood in play-off after final-round thriller
AARON Rai held off the challenge of Tommy Fleetwood in a playoff to win the Abu Dhabi Championship after a thrilling final round at the Yas Links.
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November 12, 2025
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Deepal Abeywickrema attends 25th National Sales Awards Grand Finale 2025 as Chief Guest
THE 25th National Sales Awards Grand Finale 2025 was honoured by the presence Chairman and Managing Director of a leading organisation Deepal Abeywickrema who attended the event as the Chief Guest.
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November 12, 2025
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Saman Doranegama appointed CEO of Namunukula Plantations
NAMUNUKULA Plantations PLC has appointed Saman Doranegama as its new Chief Executive Officer.
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November 12, 2025
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Blue Orbit: “Enter the Orbit: Curated culinary escape awaits”
BLUE Orbit by Citrus, located within the iconic Lotus Tower, warmly invites guests to “Enter the Orbit,” a refined culinary escape designed to engage the senses and create lasting memories.
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November 12, 2025
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AMW strengthens Southern presence with new Matara showroom opening
ASSOCIATED Motorways Ltd., (AMW) recently marked another milestone with the grand opening of its newest showroom in Matara. The opening ceremony took place on 4 November at No. 537, Anagarika Dharmapala Mawatha, Walgama, Matara.
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November 12, 2025
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Finagle Lanka launches annual sales and distributor competition
FINAGLE Lanka has launched its annual competition for the Sales Force and Distributor network to drive company targets while recognising and rewarding exceptional performance.
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