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Kamindu and Janith ride to Sri Lanka's rescue
Sri Lanka clawed their way to a competitive 298 in the first ODI against Zimbabwe in Harare on Friday, thanks to a lower-order masterclass from Janith Liyanage (70 not out) and Kamindu Mendis (57).
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August 30, 2025
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Nepal court rules Naga sadhus’ nudity is tradition, not obscenity
Supreme Court dismissed petition arguing their public nudity disturbed other devotees at Pashupatinath temple
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August 30, 2025
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Mobile financial threats surge in Sri Lanka amid global cybercrime growth
The digital revolution in Sri Lanka is increasingly mobile-first, with smartphones becoming the primary tool for banking, shopping, and managing investments.
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August 30, 2025
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Major program to restore Kala Wewa National Park grasslands
In a landmark conservation initiative, Sri Lanka is set to embark on a large-scale program to restore the grasslands of Kala Wewa National Park, a historically rich habitat once renowned as the royal domain of elephants.
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August 30, 2025
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Celebrating Excellence: CIPM Sri Lanka collaborates with Mercer to unveil The Great HR Awards 2025
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) Sri Lanka, in collaboration with Mercer, has announced The Great HR Awards 2025, an inaugural initiative that marks a new chapter in recognising HR excellence in Sri Lanka.
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August 29, 2025
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Hayleys win Standard Chartered Cup 2025 Futsal Tournament
Standard Chartered Cup 2025', the premier corporate 5-a-side Futsal tournament, organised by Standard Chartered Sri Lanka, concluded recently at the Racecourse Grounds, Colombo.
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August 29, 2025
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Indian Space Research Organisation conducts air drop test ahead of December Gaganyaan launch
In a major step towards India’s ambitious maiden human spaceflight mission, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted its first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) of the parachute-based deceleration system designed for Gaganyaan.
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August 29, 2025
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Bank of Ceylon launches Entrepreneur Development Program 2025
The Bank of Ceylon successfully inaugurated the Entrepreneur Development Program (EDP) 2025 on 17th August 2025 at its Head Office, reinforcing its “Beyond Banking” vision to empower entrepreneurs and foster sustainable economic growth in Sri Lanka.
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August 29, 2025
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Rare mosquito species discovered in Sri Lanka
In a landmark achievement for Sri Lankan science, a team of local researchers has identified Culex (Lophoceraomyia) cinctellus, a rare mosquito species, in the country for the very first time.
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August 29, 2025
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Path to sustainable weight loss
Losing weight has long been a subject of debate, with countless diets, programs and miracle solutions flooding the market.
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August 29, 2025
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Fat in the diet influences development of short-sightedness
Dietary fat can somewhat contradictorily both help to prevent, as well as increase the risk of, shortsightedness (myopia) in children.
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August 29, 2025
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UN raises alarm over continued detention of Rohingya refugees in Sri Lanka
The United Nations Resident Representative to Sri Lanka, Marc-André Franche, has voiced concern over the continued detention of a group of Rohingya refugees from Myanmar in Sri Lanka.
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August 29, 2025
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Shaping young minds across Sri Lanka through SLIIT School Outreach Programs
At a time when education is the cornerstone of national development, SLIIT has been redefining what it means to be an academic institution.
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August 29, 2025
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Ex-NLB Director Halloluwa further remanded
Former National Lotteries Board Director Thusitha Halloluwa was yesterday (28) further remanded until 4 Sept. over an incident of assault and shooting at his vehicle.
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August 29, 2025
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Sabalenka continues tie-break success in US Open win
Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka set the platform for a US Open second-round victory over Polina Kudermetova by continuing her formidable tiebreak record.
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August 29, 2025
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Sri Lanka eye consolidation in ODI rankings
Sri Lanka, still licking their wounds after the heartbreak of missing out on the ICC Champions Trophy, have found a silver lining in one-day cricket.
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August 29, 2025
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US and SL highlight maritime connections through Godawaya shipwreck exhibition at BMICH
The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka and the Central Cultural Fund’s Maritime Archaeology Unit will host an exhibition and symposium from September 3—5 at BMICH Cinema Lounge, Colombo, highlighting the documentation and preservation of artifacts from the Godawaya Shipwreck — one of Sri Lanka’s most significant maritime heritage sites.
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August 29, 2025
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Elephant-Human Conflict: Sweet and sad moments frozen in time. A Requiem
This story about humans and elephants was told to me by my late mother, Beta Leelawathie, in 1980. It is not a folktale. This story really took place nearly seven decades ago, when the phrase 'elephant-human conflict’ did not tango in the same sentence.
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August 29, 2025
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Silencing Truth
SNS: The war in Gaza has been defined not only by its devastating human toll but also by its extraordinary assault on those tasked with bearing witness.
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August 29, 2025
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Medvedev given hefty fine after US Open meltdown
Former US Open champion Daniil Medvedev has been handed a substantial fine for his behaviour in a extraordinary first-round exit.
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August 29, 2025
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LOLCTECH earns national spotlight with a Gold and Overall Bronze in ICT sector
LOLC Technologies (LOLCTECH), the pioneering force in transformative technologies and the digital backbone of the LOLC Group, Sri Lanka’s largest and most diversified conglomerate has been honoured with two prestigious national accolades at the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) 2025, marking the first national awards in the company’s history. The awarding ceremony was held on 24th July 2025 at the Shangri-La Colombo.
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August 29, 2025
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People’s Bank records historic milestone with all-time high Pre-Tax Profit of LKR 28.0 billion in 1H-2025
People’s Bank, Sri Lanka’s leading financial services provider, today announced its results for the period ended June 30, 2025, reporting operating income of LKR 80.8 billion and post-tax profit of LKR 18.2 billion. This achievement is particularly noteworthy, as this profit was recorded after recognizing significant impairment charges on exposures to several state-owned enterprises (SOEs).
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August 29, 2025
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ComBank becomes the first Sri Lankan bank to cross US$ 1 Bn. in market cap
Rings ceremonial bell at Colombo Stock Exchange to celebrate milestone
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August 29, 2025
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Typically less strong stocks drive the stock market amid profit takings
The share trading activity at The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) yesterday indicated mixed reactions while the All Share Price Index was down a bit due to profit takings, especially in banking sector and JKH stocks, market analysists said.
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August 29, 2025
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Sri Lanka-China Buddhist Friendship Association marks 10th anniversary
Anuradhapura.
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August 29, 2025
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Lanka software firms to tie up with Indian giants for digital ID
Software firms in Sri Lanka are gearing to tie up with Indian tech giants to bid for the master systems integrator contract for the Sri Lanka Unique Digital Identity (SL-UDI) system, according to a Biometric Update report.
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August 29, 2025
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UNP-JVP political relationship and Wickremesinghe’s arrest
Former President and UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe’s recent arrest over alleged misuse of public funds caused irreparable damage to the once critically important political relationship between the UNP and the JVP, the main constituent of the ruling NPP.
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August 29, 2025
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Mark Wood targets Durham return in build-up to Ashes
England fast bowler Mark Wood is set to make his competitive return to action for Durham in the County Championship next month as he steps up his rehabilitation from knee surgery ahead of this winter's Ashes.
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August 29, 2025
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Social media posts against judiciary: BASL asks for punitive action
Referring to recent comments on social media and other platforms, the BASL has asked relevant authorities to deal with perpetrators in terms of Article111(C) (1) and (2) of the Constitution, which contains penal provisions regarding interference with the judiciary.
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August 29, 2025
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Digitalisation in Sri Lanka: opportunity or threat?
Sri Lanka is entering an important phase in its journey toward digitalization, with Indian support being offered to modernize various government systems. On the surface, this initiative seems both timely and essential.
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