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Ceylinco Life partners with FTIZMA as insurance service provider
CEYLINCO Life has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with FTZMA, a preeminent trade chamber representing manufacturing and export-oriented companies operating under the purview of BOI (Board of Investment of Sri Lanka) for a partnership as the Insurance service provider of FTZMA members to protect the health, reduce financial stress and secure the families’ future of their employees.
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June 06, 2026
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Ajahn Brahmali Thero on matters concerning life, death and thereafter
AS we get ready to commemorate 7 years since introducing the Harmony page, an alternative media initiative started in 2019 for the purpose of using mass communication for integrating diverse disciplines of knowledge, and creating insight for a conscious and peaceful world, we present today an interview with the renowned Australia based Theravada tradition teacher of Buddhism, Ajahn Brahmali Thero.
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June 06, 2026
Daily FT
US and Sri Lanka celebrate commissioning of SLNS Samudravijaya
Development follows historic voyage from Baltimore; Fourth US Coast Guard Cutter strengthens US-Sri Lanka maritime partnership
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June 06, 2026
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“Image Trap”: Least discussed but critically seminal issue for nations to elevate to the next level
OVER two and a half centuries ago, the primary author of the Declaration of Independence and third President of the US, Thomas Jefferson, said: “Love your neighbour as yourself and your country more than yourself.”
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June 06, 2026
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Children and economic downturn
CHILDREN, unfortunately, are often the victims of poor decision-making by adults. Be it wars, environmental damage, pollution, poverty, or many other ills, children suffer silently, their voices hardly heard and often suppressed.
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June 06, 2026
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Dragon Brunch Buffet continues every Sunday at The Kingsbury
FOLLOWING an exceptional opening and overwhelming guest response, The Kingsbury, Colombo has announced that its highly anticipated Dragon Brunch Buffet at Ocean will now continue every Sunday.
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June 06, 2026
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From Vesak dansalas and Poson lights to Sri Lanka tourism’s depleted coffers
CAN our blessed island nation monetise meditation and mindfulness? Sri Lanka has spent decades selling itself as sun, sea, sand and safari.
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June 06, 2026
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US transfers 10 helicopters to SLAF under defence assistance program
Provides 10 TH-57 Sea Ranger helicopters at no cost; Transfer made under Excess Defence Articles Program; Sri Lanka to fund operation, maintenance and integration of aircraft
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June 06, 2026
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Govt. reviews implementation of National Anti-Corruption Action Plan
THE implementation of National Anti-Corruption Action Plan 2025-2029 and the functioning of Internal Affairs Units established within State institutions came under review at a discussion held under the patronage of Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake.
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June 06, 2026
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Legendary Sanga gives vital tips to our women cricketers
Ahead of T20 World Cup in England
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June 06, 2026
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Rukshan Perera returns to stage on 21 June
Latest show after winning ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’
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June 06, 2026
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Cabinet approves Rs. 1.09 b plan to restore street lighting on Colombo — Katunayake Expressway
THE Cabinet of Ministers have approved repairing and restoring street lighting along key sections of the Colombo-Katunayake Expressway at an estimated cost of Rs. 1,098.50 million, in a move aimed at improving road safety on one of the country’s busiest transport corridors.
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June 06, 2026
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Lawyers’ Collective warns proposed judicial retirement age extension risks court independence
A group of senior lawyers, academics and legal practitioners operating as the Lawyers’ Collective has expressed strong opposition to reports that the Government is considering extending the retirement age of judges of the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal, warning that such a move could undermine judicial independence and public confidence in the courts.
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June 06, 2026
Daily FT
Sri Lanka cannot protect what it cannot measure
Why the country urgently needs a world-class marine science and ocean monitoring capability
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June 05, 2026
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Seafood industry urges Govt. to curb illegal Indian trawler incursions
THE Seafood Exporters Association of Sri Lanka has called on the Government to take urgent action to prevent the anticipated resumption of illegal cross-border fishing by Tamil Nadu trawlers in Sri Lankan waters, warning that continued incursions threaten marine ecosystems, seafood stocks, export competitiveness, and the livelihoods of thousands of coastal fishing communities.
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June 05, 2026
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Sri Lanka names Emerging squads to play West Indies
Dananjaya, Kalupahana to lead
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June 05, 2026
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Beyond debt restructuring: Sri Lanka’s narrow window to execute a real economic reset
SRI Lanka has reached a critical milestone by moving out of bankruptcy, but it would be misleading to call it a success.
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June 05, 2026
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Hidden culinary legacy from Mumbai arrives in Colombo
@ Renowned Chef Bimba Nayak, together with Chef Gauri Nayak, brings rare Pathare Prabhu cuisine to Shangri La Colombo
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June 05, 2026
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Colombo Athletic and Football Academy champions four AC Milan camps
Historic, long-term collaboration with Italian footballing giant reshapes country’s sports landscape for boys and girls aged 5 to 17; Announces Elite Camp in Milan in July, fifth camp in 15 months
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June 05, 2026
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Sri Lanka launch Kirsten-Mendis era with win over West Indies
First ODI win in the Caribbean since 2013
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June 05, 2026
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PLC rings CSE market opening bell to mark 30th Anniversary
PEOPLE’S Leasing and Finance PLC (PLC) commemorated its 30th Anniversary milestone by participating in a Special Market Opening Bell Ringing Ceremony on the trading floor of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) on 2 June 2026, celebrating three decades of empowering individuals, entrepreneurs and businesses across the island with innovative financial solutions.
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June 05, 2026
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Social justice needs to accompany plantation sector reform
THE Government has announced the second phase of its plantation reform programme, aimed at attracting private and corporate investment by opening underutilised land and assets to investment, modernising the sector and generating new employment.
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June 05, 2026
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Joes retain Lady Jayathilake Shield
ST. Joseph’s College produced a well-structured performance, combining effective teamwork with smart tactical adjustments, to defeat S. Thomas’ College 29/15 and retain the Lady Jayathilake Shield in their Dialog Schools Under-19 Rugby League encounter played at Longdon Place yesterday.
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June 05, 2026
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Capital Trust renews strategic partnership in properties with John Keells Group
CAPITAL Trust Properties (CTP) has renewed its partnership with John Keells Properties to market its residential developments, including Cinnamon Life, TRI-ZEN, Viman and Vauxhall DSTRCT.
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June 05, 2026
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RDB delivers exceptional 1Q performance, setting the pace for transformational year
REGIONAL Development Bank (RDB) has commenced FY2026 on a strong footing, delivering an exceptional first-quarter performance that reflects the successful execution of its transformation agenda, disciplined financial management, and unwavering commitment to empowering communities and driving inclusive economic growth.
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June 05, 2026
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Pan Asia Bank bags Gold at Qorus Reinvention Awards APAC 2026
PAN Asia Bank has brought home a major international win, securing the Gold Award at the Qorus Reinvention Awards APAC 2026, ahead of some of the region’s most established banking institutions, including leading regional players such as DBS Singapore.
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June 05, 2026
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MTI Consulting steps into 30th year, assignments done in 51 countries
MTI Consulting, the international boutique strategy consultancy, is stepping into its 30th year of operations.
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June 05, 2026
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Sri Lanka Climate Summit 2026 to spotlight climate readiness, investment and competitiveness
AS climate-linked regulations, investor expectations, and financing requirements increasingly influence global trade and market access, the Sri Lanka Climate Summit 2026 will place business readiness at the centre of national conversation, with a high-level line-up of policymakers, international agencies, corporate leaders, and technical experts set to examine what climate preparedness means for Sri Lanka’s economy in practice.
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June 05, 2026
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Monkeying with the judiciary
UNDER the 1978 Constitution of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, the retirement age of a Judge of the Supreme Court is 65 years, while the retirement age of a Judge of the Court of Appeal is 63 years, as provided in Article 107(5).
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June 05, 2026
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Govt. projects sharp primary surplus decline, reaffirms reform agenda
THE Government has reaffirmed its commitment to structural reforms aimed at strengthening economic resilience and sustaining fiscal consolidation, even as Sri Lanka’s primary surplus is projected to moderate to 1% of GDP in 2026 from a record 5.4% in 2025.
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