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Sri Lanka to attend BRICS+ Fashion Summit in Moscow
Ajai Vir Singh invited as Guest Speaker
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August 25, 2025
Daily FT
Industry chamber chief concerned over US tariff talks’ radio silence
CEYLON National Chamber of Industries Chairman Kevin Edwards said manufacturers were broadly satisfied with the Government's progress in cutting reciprocal US tariffs to 20% from 44%, but warned that businesses remain uncertain about which sectors will be opened to US competition.
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August 25, 2025
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NPP lawyers defend Ranil's arrest
LAWYERS representing the ruling National People's Power (NPP) said yesterday that Opposition parties were attempting to discredit the judicial process over the arrest of exPresident Ranil Wickremesinghe.
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August 25, 2025
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Fitch revises up developed economies' potential growth to 1.6%
FITCH Ratings has updated its five-year projections for supplyside potential GDP growth for the 10 developed economies (DM10) covered in its Global Economic Outlook.
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August 25, 2025
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GP Certified leads way for certified plastic recycling
TRANSFORMING Sri Lanka’s plastic recycling industry requires bold leadership and collaboration.
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August 25, 2025
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AKD gazettes Presidential Task Force to roll out five-year National Tourism Development Program
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake has appointed a high-level Presidential Task Force to spearhead the implementation of the five-year Sri Lanka Tourism Development Program.
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August 25, 2025
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Zimbabwe ODI series a challenging experience for Sri Lanka
Not won a bilateral ODI series overseas for 11 years, Last win was in 2014 in England 3-2
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August 25, 2025
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South Africa bounce back to beat Australia
SOUTH Africa bounced back from defeat to Australia in ast week's Rugby Championship opener with a battling 30-22 victory over the Wallabies in rain-soaked Cape Town.
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August 25, 2025
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BOI seals landmark $ 171 m investment with CEAT OHT Lanka
CEAT OHT Lanka Ltd., said yesterday that it has signed an agreement with the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) to formalise a $ 171 million investment, one of the largest recent investments from India set to boost the manufacturing and export profile of the country.
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August 25, 2025
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Secondary Bond market yields close up
THE Secondary Bond market started off last week with healthy activity levels while yields were seen increasing on the back of selling interest, though buying interest at higher levels capped further increases.
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August 25, 2025
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HNB elevates homeownership aspirations at 'HNB Luxury LivingMinipura 2025' in Ratnapura
In a powerful demonstration of its commitment to empowering Sri Lankans to achieve their homeownership dreams, HnB PLC hosted its flagship event, ‘HnB Luxury Living – Minipura 2025’, on 24 July at the Grand Silver Ray in Ratnapura.
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August 25, 2025
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Tea exports in July hit new high in volume, value
A tea export quantity of 24 million kilos (Mnkg) in July this year was up 13% from last year's figure of 21.3 Mnkg.
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August 25, 2025
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SriLankan Airlines Cargo to double capacity with new terminal by end-2025
POSITIONING Colombo as a regional hub for transhipment and e-commerce, SriLankan Airlines is set to double its handling capacity with a new cargo terminal at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) by the end of 2025.
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August 25, 2025
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People’s Insurance reports 33% GWP revenue growth
PEOPLE’S Insurance PLC yesterday said Gross Written Premium (GWP) revenue grew 33% from a year earlier to Rs. 3.7 billion in the first half of 2025.
1 min |
August 22, 2025
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Opposition parties rally for Ranil
A coalition of Opposition party leaders yesterday held a press briefing in Colombo to denounce the arrest of ex-President Ranil Wickremesinghe.
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August 25, 2025
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President reviews 29 institutions of Plantation and Community Infrastructure Ministry
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake on Friday held a review of projects implemented under the 2025 Budget allocations for the Plantation and Community Infrastructure Ministry, along with preliminary discussions on the 2026 Budget, the President’s media office said.
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August 25, 2025
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Colombo Athletic players successfully complete Elite camp at home of AC Milan
COLOMBO Athletic and Football Academy players recently returned after completing a week-long Elite experience camp at AC Milan’s home.
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August 25, 2025
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Govt., World Bank discuss Customs reforms amid pressure from IMF, US
THE President's Media Division (PMD) last Friday said that initial discussions were held on the Customs Modernisation Program with World Bank representatives, a key requirement under the ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout program and tariff negotiations with the US, where Sri Lanka has pledged to improve governance.
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August 25, 2025
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Arcade of Aluminium celebrates 15 years of long-standing customer relationship
ARCADE of Aluminium, a leading provider of aluminium products in Sri Lanka, recently hosted its 15th annual get-together, themed “Champions of Arcade”, at Waters Edge.
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August 25, 2025
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SandBrix leads Sri Lanka's OTT revolution in sports streaming
SRI Lanka’s online entertainment space is being redefined by SandBrix, the country’s leading “Over-The-Top” (OTT), platform that delivers video and audio material over the internet rather than traditional sources like satellite television or cable, for live cricket and foreign sports.
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August 25, 2025
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Afghanistan unveil squad for upcoming Asia Cup
AFGHANISTAN have announced their Asia Cup squad mixed with seasoned campaigners and emerging players, all set to be led by their star player Rashid Khan.
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August 25, 2025
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Royal take 10-point lead against Trinity to Colombo
THE first leg of the 79th Bradby Shield lived up to its billing at Pallekele last week end, where Royal College stunned this year's League winners Trinity College 15/5, breaking their five-year drought at the venue and taking a priceless 10-point cushion into the return leg.
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August 25, 2025
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CILT International Convention 2025 returns to Sri Lanka after 12 years
The convention will attract 150+ delegates from over 30 countries to Sri Lanka
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August 25, 2025
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EFC rings Opening Bell at CSE to celebrate 96 years of service
THE Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC) rang the Opening Bell at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) on 20 August to mark its 96th anniversary.
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August 25, 2025
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President's Senior Economic Adviser Duminda Hulangamuwa to keynote Planters' AGM on Friday
SENIOR Economic Adviser to the President Duminda Hulangamuwa is set to deliver the keynote address at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Planters' Association of Ceylon (PA).
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August 25, 2025
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New Zealand High Commissioner explores opportunities at Hambantota International Port
NEW Zealand High Commissioner to Sri Lanka David Gregory Pine visited the Hambantota International Port (HIP) on 11 August to gain firsthand knowledge on its development and growing international relevance.
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August 25, 2025
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Australia take consolation win with record Mackay against South Africa
A blazing display with the willow, followed by a disciplined bowling effort, handed Australia a stellar 276-run win in Mackay. South Africa secured the series 2-1 despite this loss.
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August 25, 2025
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SLIC Life records 32% GWP growth in 1H to Rs. 15.4 b
New Business in 1H surges 68% to Rs. 3.6b Rs. 8.5 b in claims settlement, averaging Rs. 1.4 b monthly Life fund reaches Rs. 228.4 b
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August 25, 2025
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IDB and Bileeta empower local businesses with digital literacy webinars
INDUSTRIAL Development Board (IDB) and Bileeta have collaboratively launched a series of webinars aimed at helping businesses across all sectors in Sri Lanka take meaningful steps towards industry digital transformation.
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August 25, 2025
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Melwa sponsors Sri Lankan athlete at Asian African Pacific Powerlifting Championship 2025
MELWA, Sri Lanka’s leading name in the steel manufacturing sector, has once again extended its corporate social responsibility initiatives to uplift the nation’s sporting arena.
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