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Ending ragging requires courage— BASL has shown the way
In filing a Fundamental Rights petition before the Supreme Court, the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has risen to an exceptional moment of national responsibility, taking a decisive stand toward ending the vicious cycle of ragging in universities and other centers of higher learning
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January 16, 2026
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Operation Pawan sacrifices must be honoured, says Indian Defence Minister
The sacrifices made by Indian soldiers during Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka nearly four decades ago should be honoured, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Wednesday, appearing to criticise the governments in the 1990s for not publicly recognising their contributions.
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January 16, 2026
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Private tuition and poor students
Past tuition is well entrenched in most countries including rich countries like Singapore and Finland, which are believed to have the best education systems in the world.
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January 16, 2026
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SEC alert to the general public – Blue Ocean Securities
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) alerts the public not to engage with the entity operating as Blue Ocean Securities Ltd. or its mobile application BOMate for investing in the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE).
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January 16, 2026
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Decaf desirability peaking
For years, coffee culture has been anchored in the pursuit of the perfect caffeine hit.
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January 16, 2026
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Sri Lanka makes packaging history with Tetra Recart
Wichy Plantation Company (Pvt) Ltd has commissioned South Asia's first Tetra Recart R2 production line, marking a transformational milestone for Sri Lanka's food processing and export sectors.
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January 16, 2026
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Leapmotor C10 hits Sri Lankan roads to cure range anxiety
In a significant milestone for Sri Lanka's electric mobility landscape, Carmart (Pvt) Ltd, the authorized importer and distributor for Leapmotor in Sri Lanka, proudly handed over the first batch of brand-new Leapmotor C10 Self-Charging EVs to their excited owners this week.
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January 16, 2026
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JAT Holdings celebrates the 6th Pintharu Abhiman Convocation, uplifting over 800 painters through NVQ certification
JAT Holdings PLC marked a significant milestone with the successful conclusion of the 6th JAT Pintharu Abhiman Convocation, recognising more than 800 painters who have earned their NVQ Level 3 qualification, an internationally recognised professional certification delivered in partnership with the National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA).
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January 16, 2026
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BURC Lanka’s curated English communication programmes to enhance performance
British University Recruitment Consultants Lanka Ltd (BURC Lanka), the premier student recruitment consultancy and advisory for British universities in Sri Lanka, is conducting curated, individually designed, and tailored English programmes for corporates to build confident, fluent English communicators within Sri Lanka's corporate sector, by prioritising effective communication.
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January 16, 2026
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Daryl Mitchell upstages KL Rahul as New Zealand level series
Daryl Mitchell and Will Young powered New Zealand's highest successful chase in India to end their eight-match losing streak against India.
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January 16, 2026
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Najmul Islam removed but doubts remain on resumption of BPL
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced on Thursday (January 15) that they have decided to relieve Najmul Islam from his responsibilities as chairman of the board's Finance Committee with immediate effect following a review of recent developments and in the best interest of the organization.
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January 16, 2026
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ACB limits Afghanistan players to three foreign leagues per year
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has approved a new policy that will limit their players to featuring in three international leagues to go with their participation in the board's new five-team franchise-based T20 league, which will get underway around October 2026 in the UAE.
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January 16, 2026
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YouTubers should be more considerate
Recently, a YouTube video exposed a secret affair involving a woman and a police officer.
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January 16, 2026
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Prof. Malalsekera outlines vision to shape ‘Tomorrow’s Surgeon’
Professor Ajith Malalsekera, on Saturday, set out an ambitious three-pillar vision to shape \"Tomorrow's Surgeon\" as he assumed office as President of the College of Surgeons of Sri Lanka, pledging stronger emphasis on academia, integrity and accountability to meet future healthcare challenges.
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January 12, 2026
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The day cricket needed a therapist
Fizz is a case study.
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January 12, 2026
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More on channeling doctors
Thank you for publishing the letter by \"DR,\" in The Island of 8th January.
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January 12, 2026
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Counting cats, naming giants: Inside the unofficial science redefining Sri Lanka's Leopards and Tuskers
For decades, Sri Lanka's leopard numbers have been debated, estimated, and contested, often based on assumptions few outside academic circles ever questioned.
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January 12, 2026
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Hayleys Chief Mohan Pandithage recognised as Businessman for Year 2025
LMD magazine has named Mohan Pandithage, Chairman and Chief Executive of Hayleys PLC, as its Businessman for the Year 2025.
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January 12, 2026
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Sri Lanka sets bold target to slash cash use, seeks unified Fintech regulator
The inaugural Sri Lanka Fintech Summit 2025 concluded with industry leaders and regulators establishing two critical national priorities: a bold target to reduce physical cash usage and a push for consolidated regulatory oversight.
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January 12, 2026
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Kukus Group plans 18 outlets across three distinct Sri Lankan hospitality concepts
A new force in Sri Lanka's food industry, Kukus Group, is gaining momentum with a clear vision to deliver authentic cuisine, high hygiene standards, and affordability.
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January 12, 2026
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Salah settles thriller as Egypt beat holders Ivory Coast
Mohamed Salah was once again on the scoresheet as Egypt beat holders Ivory Coast in an enthralling and action-packed quarterfinal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon).
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January 12, 2026
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From Kathmandu to Casablanca, a generation under surveillance is rising up
In 2025, youth-led protests erupted everywhere, from Morocco to Nepal, Madagascar and Europe.
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January 12, 2026
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Ninewells Hospital launches ‘Ninewells Eye'
Sri Lanka's first fully integrated eye care hub
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January 12, 2026
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CID summons SJB MP for criticising education reforms
SJB Gampaha District MP Prasad Siriwardhana has been summoned to the CID today (12) for questioning in connection with a statement he made on a private television channel regarding education reforms.
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January 12, 2026
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Drones take over dangerous high-rise cleaning in Sri Lanka, offering safer, cheaper alternative
In a significant shift for the nation's urban maintenance industry, a new drone-based cleaning service is replacing the traditional, perilous methods used for decades to clean Sri Lanka's growing number of high-rise buildings.
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January 12, 2026
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World’s richest 1% have already used fair share of emissions for 2026, says Oxfam
Richest 1% took 10 days while wealthiest 0.1% needed just three days to exhaust annual carbon budget, study shows
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January 12, 2026
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At 34, Chameera's pace still priceless for Sri Lanka
As Sri Lanka quick Dushmantha Chameera turned 34 on Sunday in Dambulla, the team management's birthday wish was simple and singular: that he stays off the injured list for the next few months.
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January 12, 2026
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Chlorophyll -The Life-giver is in peril
Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants, algae, and cyanobacteria.
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January 12, 2026
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Berries overhyped?
Who hasn't seen a glossy health article or heard a social-media post calling berries \"superfoods\"?
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January 12, 2026
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AI in Schools: Preparing the Nation for the Next Technological Leap
This summary document is based on an exemplary webinar conducted by the Bandaranaike Academy for Leadership & Public Policy ((https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqZ GjlaMC08).
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