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Kemcare Technologies recognised as Great Place to Work in Sri Lanka
KEMCARE Technologies Ltd. has announced that it has been officially certified as a Great Place To Work in Sri Lanka, effective September 2025.
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October 27, 2025
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Bureau of Foreign Employment to nab driver for defrauding Rs. 10 m with job promises in Israel
THE Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has arrested a female who has close connections with a SLBFE driver, who has defaulted over Rs. 10 million from job seekers promising jobs in Israel.
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October 27, 2025
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Mahindra Ideal Finance strengthens financial inclusion
SRI Lankans across the island rely on three-wheelers, vans, motorbikes, and small trucks not just for transport, but for income.
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October 27, 2025
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TONI&GUY redefines global salon experience in Sri Lanka
Delivering world-class hairdressing and hospitality at the heart of Colombo
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October 27, 2025
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Audit finds $ 1.4 m unpaid taxes by former e-Visa operators
AG Dept. says no verified record of total revenue collected, cannot confirm earnings from e-Visa system Revenues between Apr.-Aug. ‘24 routed to foreign bank accounts instead of official Govt. channels
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October 27, 2025
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Dankotuwa Porcelain nearly triples public holding to 35%
DANKOTUWA Porcelain PLC has increased its public shareholding to 34.98% as of 30 September 2025, up from 12.57% three months earlier.
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October 27, 2025
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People's Bank solidifies leadership in digital banking with over 4 m customer registrations
SEC Chairman Senior Prof. D.B.P.H. Dissabandara becomes 4 millionth customer
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October 27, 2025
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Lankan Ambassador Ajwad presents credentials to Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman
AMBASSADOR of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Omar Lebbe Ameer Ajwad presented Letters of Credence as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, to Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia who received the credentials on behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the King of Saudi Arabia, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud.
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October 27, 2025
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PM commends All Ceylon Young Men's Muslim Association Conference at 75th Annual Convention
PRIME Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated in the 75th Annual Convention of the All Ceylon Young Men’s Muslim Association (YMMA) Conference held on 20 October at the Cinnamon Life Hotel, Colombo.
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October 27, 2025
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PM calls for greater collaboration between Govt. and private sector
PRIME Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya last week called for greater collaboration between the Government and private sector to strengthen local industries.
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October 27, 2025
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Lankan banking and finance sector reaffirms commitment to sustainable growth
THE Global Sustainable Finance Conference (GSFC) 2025, held on 25-26 September 2025 in Karlsruhe, Germany, provided a pivotal platform for advancing the global dialogue on sustainable finance and inclusive economic growth.
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October 27, 2025
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Sampath Bank begins restoration of another five tanks
To uplift 1,112 farming families across 2,182 acres of paddy lands
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October 27, 2025
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Fintech Forum Sri Lanka celebrates one-year milestone with inaugural AGM
FINTECH Forum Sri Lanka (Guarantee) Ltd., recently marked its first anniversary and inaugural Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Colombo, celebrating a year of uniting the country’s fragmented financial ecosystem under one platform.
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October 27, 2025
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Canadian Agricultural Mission in town to strengthen ties
THE High Commission of Canada in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, in collaboration with The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, has announced the visit of a Canadian Agricultural Mission to Sri Lanka from 27-31 October.
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October 27, 2025
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Bond market closes week positively
Money market liquidity stable Foreign holdings in rupee Treasuries continue to climb; record 3rd straight weekly increase Rupee depreciates to hit low of Rs. 304
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October 27, 2025
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CICRA Campus produces SL's first Certified Data Protection Officers batch
CICRA Campus has concluded its inaugural Data Protection Officer (DPO) Training Program, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s journey towards robust data protection compliance.
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October 27, 2025
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MiHCM unveils Syntra at Connect 2025
■ Al-powered solution enables secure analysis of private data ■ Acts as an enterprise intelligence brain combining HR, business, and document data ■ Company transitions beyond HR into work tech ■ All-new agentic MiA redefines employee experience ■ SmartAssist for Reports among the product line-up
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October 27, 2025
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Rusiripala Tennekoon travails long journey across time but not without facing life’s trials
RUSIRIPALA Tennekoon, ex-banker and trade union leader, released his autobiography titled ‘My journey: Across time and trials’ in Colombo last week.
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October 27, 2025
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Inside Lithuania's digital frontline: How Delfi's fact-checkers combat disinformation across languages and platforms
AS disinformation and propaganda increasingly shape public opinion across Europe and beyond, Lithuania's largest digital media outlet, Delfi, has become a frontline defender of information integrity through its dedicated fact-checking department Melo Detektorius (The Lie Detector).
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October 27, 2025
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LKI Admiral's Morning takes up 'Maritime Domain Awareness'
THE Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute of International Relations and Strategic Studies (LKIIRSS) held the 3rd session of the month for the lecture series titled 'Admiral's Morning' on 21 October at the Lighthouse Auditorium in Colombo. The series began in September, with the aim of building awareness regarding Sri Lanka's maritime issues.
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October 27, 2025
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DFCC Bank's “Wyapara Hamuwa” strengthens banana farming in Thambuttegama and small businesses in Kegalle
DFCC Bank PLC has expanded its flagship DFCC Wyapara Hamuwa program to Thambuttegama and Kegalle, supporting banana farmers and small business owners with financial knowledge, market insights, and practical tools to strengthen livelihoods and fuel regional economic growth.
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October 27, 2025
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Amana Bank recognised as South Asia’s ‘Bank of the Decade’ at IFFSA Awards
AMANA Bank was recently honoured with the prestigious title of 'Bank of the Decade' at the 10th Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia (IFFSA) Awards held in Colombo, reaffirming its position as the pioneer and leader in the region's non-interest-based Islamic banking and finance industry.
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October 27, 2025
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Unit Trust Association of Sri Lanka launches “Investor Awareness Initiative”
Key initiative to empower public to build wealth through Unit Trusts
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October 27, 2025
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Season opener cancelled after PGA Tour fails to find new venue
THE PGA Tour has cancelled its 2026 season-opening event in Hawaii after failing to find an alternative venue to host The Sentry.
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October 27, 2025
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Sri Lanka launches National Climate Finance Strategy
Landmark initiative to drive resilience and net zero transition Move to unlock pathways to mobilise funds for climate resilience and sustainable development
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October 27, 2025
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Bencic wins second WTA title since becoming a mother
BELINDA Bencic claimed her second WTA title since becoming a mother by beating Linda Noskova in the Pan Pacific Open final.
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October 27, 2025
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GOOD PR celebrates 6th anniversary with operations in UAE
GOOD PR Sri Lanka, is celebrating its sixth anniversary by taking its next big step of commencing operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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October 27, 2025
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Ambassador to Brazil Colonne presents Letters of Credence to President Lula da Silva
NEWLY appointed Sri Lankan Ambassador to Brazil C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne presented her Letters of Credence to Federative Republic of Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the Itamaraty Palace, headquarters of the Brazilian Foreign Affairs Ministry, in Brasília on 20 October.
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October 27, 2025
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China Mobile Shandong and Huawei win “Most Innovative Telco AI Deployment”
CHINA Mobile Shandong and Huawei have been honoured with the “Most Innovative Telco AI Deployment” award for their co-developed Intelligent Network Change Management Platform (INCMP) at the annual Network X awards ceremony held recently.
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October 27, 2025
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Leading Sri Lankan coir manufacturers shine at Saudi Agriculture Expo 2025
SRI Lanka's eco-friendly coir manufacturers, Hayleys Fibre PLC and RIOCOCO, showcased their products at the 42nd edition of the Saudi Agriculture Expo 2025. The event was held from 20 to 23 October at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Riyadh.
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