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Cinnamon Grand Colombo's two-decade journey and place in Sri Lanka's hospitality story
CINNAMON Grand Colombo, one of Sri Lanka's most distinctive hospitality landmarks, commemorates its 20th anniversary today under the Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts' brand, celebrating two decades of service while holding firm to its Sri Lankan identity.
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November 26, 2025
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Uga Halloowella among world's best at National Geographic Traveller Hotel Awards 2025
UGA Halloowella, the iconic boutique hotel by Uga Resorts, has been honoured as Runner-Up in the 'Food Hero' category at the prestigious National Geographic Traveller Hotel Awards 2025, placed among the 30 best hotels in the world.
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November 26, 2025
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Sri Lanka's mineral sector investment opportunities promoted in UK
THE HIGH Commission of Sri Lanka in London, in partnership with Capital Metals PLC, hosted a joint promotional event to facilitate discussions on emerging opportunities within Sri Lanka’s mineral sector, with particular focus on the Taprobane Minerals Project.
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November 26, 2025
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Red Apple Travel Sri Lanka and Serene Travels launch first-ever independently-operated charter series from Iran
RED Apple Travel Sri Lanka, together with its sister company Serene Travels, has launched its first independently-planned and managed charter flight series from Iran.
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November 26, 2025
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Man previously questioned over Easter attacks seeks asylum in UK
A Sri Lankan man once detained in connection with the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings that killed 269 people is pursuing an asylum claim in the UK.
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November 26, 2025
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FCCISL presents five strategic Budget proposals
Says recommendations will help accelerate economic recovery and prepare Sri Lanka for World Bank B-READY 2026
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November 26, 2025
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Elite Taekwondo Club clinches 4 Gold Medals at 2025 International Open Championship in Thailand
ELITE Taekwondo Club Sri Lanka delivered an exceptional performance at the prestigious Thailand International Open Taekwondo Championship 2025, held in Bangkok from 1-2 November. Competing for the second time this year, the team showcased outstanding mastery and determination at an event that brought together more than 800 athletes from 12 countries.
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November 26, 2025
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Takeover of import/ export facilitation of BOI by Customs
THE Sri Lanka Customs is expected to take over the import and export facilitation process of the Board of Investment (BOI) firms from May 2026 onwards as part of a pilot project.
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November 26, 2025
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Exports exceed...
Total exports, comprising both merchandise and services in October reached to $ 1.47 billion, a 0.16% growth from a year earlier.
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November 26, 2025
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ICC Men's T20 World Cup schedule announced
CO-HOST Sri Lanka were grouped with Australia, Zimbabwe, Ireland and Oman in Group B of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup which will be held in India and Sri Lanka from 7 February to 8 March next year.
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November 26, 2025
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Secondary Bond market in wait-and-see mode ahead of Monetary Policy
Given below are the secondary market yields for the most frequently traded maturities, www.wealthtrust.lk
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November 26, 2025
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The Baby Prince’s daydream: Opposition’s empty trump cards against AKD Govt.
“Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away.” — Philip K. Dick
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November 26, 2025
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Compensation – a reflection of fairness, trust and recognition
\"COMPENSATION is often seen as a matter of numbers — salaries, bonuses, etc. But in reality, it’s much more than that. It’s a reflection of fairness, trust, and recognition. At Acara Reward and Benefits, we believe that compensation should not only reward performance, but also the behaviours that align with a company's purpose and values,” says Responsible Compensation Consultant Nimesha Kariyawasam.
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November 26, 2025
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Brandix Apparel named Overall Winner at CIPM Great HR Awards 2025
IPM Great HR Awards
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November 26, 2025
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Demographic red flags for the economy
SRI Lanka’s most valuable resource is its people. Some will contribute to the economy, either by building enterprises or by working for them. Others will be too young to work. Yet others will be considered to have completed their work life.
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November 26, 2025
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Assetline Finance soars high, nearing 40% asset growth in 1H
ASSETLINE Finance Ltd., which forms the core financial services pillar within the David Pieris Group, has reported strengthened and increasingly resilient first-half performance for FY2025/26, with significant gains in asset growth, income enhancement, and core profit ability for the six months ended 30 September 2025. Total assets expanded to Rs. 72,712 million, representing nearly 40% growth within the first half of the financial year; an achievement that underscores the Company's accelerated balance sheet expansion and deepening market presence. This broader and more robust balance sheet was driven by sustained lending growth and continued improvements in asset quality.
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November 26, 2025
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Sri Lankan delegation participates in CII Partnership Summit 2025 in Andhra Pradesh
THE Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, together with the Indo-Lanka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ILCCI), successfully led a high-level Sri Lankan business delegation to the prestigious CII Partnership Summit 2025 held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
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November 26, 2025
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CSE ends three-day decline, closes on the up
THE Colombo stock market ended a three-day decline to close on the up yesterday on bullish high net worth investor participation.
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November 26, 2025
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Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2025 next week with over 850 participants
THE Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025, to be held on 2 and 3 December, under the theme ‘Gateway to Growth — Asia’s Emerging Opportunity’ organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, is officially sold out, bringing together more than 850 participants, including over 100 international delegates from across the globe.
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November 26, 2025
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Govt. weighs curbs on rice imports to lift paddy production
THE Government is considering stricter limits on rice imports and a more formalised system for purchasing domestic rice as part of an effort to raise paddy production, stabilise prices and strengthen farmer protection.
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November 26, 2025
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Cabinet approves signing of amended Sri Lanka-Luxembourg Double Taxation Agreement
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved signing the protocol amending the agreement between Sri Lanka and Luxembourg on the avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of tax evasion.
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November 26, 2025
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Drumming “Drucker” in the Digital Age: Impacts and implications
IS Drucker applicable in the Digital age? Many raise this question about the most admired management thinker of our times. It is pertinent time to answer as we commemorate his twentieth death remembrance. He was born and died in November. To be precise, born on 19 November 1909, and died on 11 November 2005, his thoughts on being brilliant on basics of management have influenced millions. Today’s column reflects his relevance in modern days and times.
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November 26, 2025
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Cabinet clears...
Sri Lanka submitted its letter of intent to join RCEP on 28 June 2023, signalling its ambition to deepen regional economic integration.
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November 26, 2025
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South Africa close to first series win in India since 2000
SOUTH Africa are on the brink of a first Test series win in India for 25 years after reducing the hosts to 27-2 in pursuit of 549 on day four yesterday in Guwahati.
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November 26, 2025
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President moves to introduce law for on-site destruction of seized narcotics
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake said Sri Lanka must adopt a two-track response to the country’s drug problem, focusing both on intercepting narcotics and on treating addiction.
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November 26, 2025
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Entries now open for 73rd National Badminton Championship 2025
ALL arrangements have been set afoot by Sri Lanka Badminton (SLB) to hold the 73rd National Badminton Championship 2025 from 17 to 23 December at S. Thomas’ College Indoor Sports Complex in Mount Lavinia. Organised and conducted by SLB, the country’s core domestic badminton event will take place at Mount Lavinia for seven consecutive days, with an expected high participation of top ranked and leading shuttlers of the country, in different categories.
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November 26, 2025
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Ronaldo cleared for World Cup opener despite red card
CRISTIANO Ronaldo will play for Portugal in their opening game at next year’s World Cup finals despite his red card against Ireland.
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November 26, 2025
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Leading experts at BASL's second National Data Protection Symposium
THE second National Data Protection Symposium, hosted by the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) to be held on 2 December, at Cinnamon Life Colombo, will bring together legal experts, policymakers, and industry professionals under the theme “Safeguarding Privacy in the Age of Intelligence”.
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November 26, 2025
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Nissanka is back and Sri Lanka win
Keep hopes of reaching T201 Tri-Series final alive
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November 26, 2025
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Tax professionals: The backbone of ethical tax practices
WITH the 30 November tax deadline looming, Sri Lanka’s tax professionals are not just racing against time they are quietly safeguarding the integrity of the nation’s fiscal system. Their desks are full, their phones never stop ringing, and their evenings often stretch late into the night. But their work in this busy season is only one part of a much bigger role. Today, tax professionals are also essential guardians of ethical tax behaviour and public trust in Sri Lanka’s tax system.
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