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Sri Lanka hand ODI debut to Milan Rathnayake and bat against Bangladesh
The Island
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July 2, 2025
Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka decided to bat in the first ODI against Bangladesh at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Asalanka said that they wanted to put up a big score to put pressure on the visitors. He added that the Premadasa pitch...
From awareness to action: Applying marketing principles to transform tax administration in Sri Lanka
Daily FT
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Every nation adopts its own unique approach to managing and administering taxes, reflecting its economic priorities and governance model. In this context, tax administration plays a key role in economic development and is an important performance...
Tigers set for crucial ODI series against Sri Lanka today
Bangladesh Post
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Bangladesh are poised to commence a vital three-match One Day International (ODI) series against Sri Lanka on Wednesday at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium. The opening encounter of a three-match series is scheduled for 3:00 PM...
City of Dreams Sri Lanka confirms Shah Rukh Khan will be special guest
Colombo Gazette
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July 2, 2025
City of Dreams Sri Lanka confirmed that the undisputed King of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, will make a spectacular visit to Sri Lanka, gracing the highly anticipated grand opening of the resort on August 2, 2025, as special guest. Popularly...
Sri Lankan Corporate Sector Rebounds as Exports and Tech Drive Growth
Lanka News Web
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July 2, 2025
Sri Lanka’s corporate sector is regaining momentum in 2025, buoyed by a strong resurgence in exports and a thriving technology industry. Key data from the Export Development Board (EDB) highlights a 7.14% year-on-year rise in total exports during...
30 kg of processed sea cucumber, meant to be smuggled to Sri Lanka, seized in Nagapattinam
The Hindu
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July 2, 2025
In a coordinated operation, the Coastal Security Group police in Nagapattinam district seized 30 kilograms of processed sea cucumber, allegedly meant for illegal export to Sri Lanka. The seized consignment, valued at approximately ₹4 lakh, has...
Aarunya Nature Resort Unveils ’Sol Sanctuary,’ a Celestial New Wellness Retreat in Sri Lanka’s Central Highlands
Hospitality Net
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July 2, 2025
In Sri Lanka's Central Highlands, where tea gardens and spice groves meet the clouds, a new kind of sanctuary is unfolding: not a resort, but a reimagining of retreat. Set within a private ten-acre estate overlooking the UNESCO-listed Knuckles...
Sri Lanka gets $ 2.5 m from Japan to strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms
Daily FT
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From left: Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara, Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka Akio Isomata, United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Sri Lanka Resident Representative Azusa Kubota, Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or...
SLRA holds 8th Annual General Meeting, celebrates a milestone year for Sri Lanka’s retail community
Daily FT
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Newly appointed President: Healthguard Pharmacy CEO Infiyaz Ali Past President: John Keells Holdings Retail Sector President Charitha Subasinghe New Executive Council for 2025–2026 The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA) held its 8th Annual...
Navy seize an Indian fishing boat poaching in Sri Lankan waters, north of Mannar
The Island
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July 2, 2025
A workshop to enhance awareness among media organizations regarding the “Praja Shakthi” national programme, one of the current government’s key initiatives aimed at empowering communities and ensuring equitable distribution of economic advantages...
Sri Lanka current account surplus US$1.3bn up to May 2025
EconomyNext
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July 1, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will pay its citizens over 60 years an additional 3 percent interest on their fixed deposits of up to a million rupees, its Ministry of Finance said. Fixed deposits under this scheme can be opened from July 1, to December...
Sri Lanka seniors to get 3-pct more interest for FDs opened from Jul1-Dec31
EconomyNext
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July 1, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will pay its citizens over 60 years an additional 3 percent interest on their fixed deposits of up to a million rupees, its Ministry of Finance said. Fixed deposits under this scheme can be opened from July 1, to December...
Japan to help strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms in Sri Lanka
Colombo Gazette
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July 1, 2025
Japan is to help strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms in Sri Lanka, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka said. Akio ISOMATA, Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka and Ms. Azusa Kubota, Resident Representative, United Nations...
Amid health scare, Mammootty, 73, seen in new pic exuding ‘boss vibes’; relieved fans call it ‘return of the king’
Hindustan Times
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July 3, 2025
Recently, Rajya Sabha MP and Malayalam superstar Mammootty's friend John Brittas revealed that Mammootty is suffering from a minor health complication. This led to fans speculating if the actor was well. Now, a photo of the actor has surfaced on...
Officials issue warning as concerning debris from sunken cargo vessel begins to wash ashore: 'Ocean currents may carry'
The Cool Down - Oregon
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July 4, 2025
Reportedly, 13 containers aboard the cargo ship carried "dangerous goods." by Maris ToalsonJuly 4, 2025 Ocean pollution poses risks to both marine and human life, and a sunken cargo ship is polluting the shores of Sri Lanka, according to the News...
IT, healthcare stocks drag Sri Lankan shares lower
Business Recorder
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July 1, 2025
Sri Lankan shares ended lower on Tuesday, snapping five straight sessions of gains, as losses in IT and healthcare stocks weighed. The CSE All-Share index settled 0.17% lower at 17,996.73. It gained 7.5% in the last five sessions. Ceylon Printers...
Sri Lanka’s Local Government reform: Strategic imperative for progress – Part 1
Daily FT
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With a fresh electoral mandate and the potential for reform, Sri Lanka is at a crossroads Sri Lanka’s recent Local Government elections marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s democratic process, as citizens voted to appoint representatives to...
Dhaka wants to strengthen economic cooperation with Colombo
United News of Bangladesh
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Recognising the enduring and friendly bilateral ties between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam has emphasised the necessity of strengthening economic collaboration with Colombo to fully harness the existing opportunities....
Sri Lanka adopts new rules against child labour
PIME AsiaNews
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June 30, 2025
The government ban comes into force tomorrow. Children under 16 are banned from begging, street trading and domestic work, while dangerous work is off-limits to those aged 16 to 18. Minister Jayatissa cites the UN Convention on the Rights of the...
Ancient eco-friendly pilgrimage brings modern threats to Sri Lanka wildnerness
Mongabay
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July 1, 2025
The centuries-old Pada Yatra is a spiritual pilgrimage on foot that takes devotees through two major national parks in Sri Lanka, originally undertaken by Hindu devotees. Over time, it started to attract followers of other faiths, but many now...