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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...
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...
Tourist arrivals surpass 116,000 in June as Sri Lanka inches toward recovery
Lanka News Web
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July 1, 2025
July 01, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka witnessed a notable rise in international tourist arrivals during the month of June, with over 116,000 visitors entering the country within the first 26 days alone. The figures suggest a sustained rebound in the...
People’s Bank celebrates 64 years of excellence in serving Sri Lanka
Daily FT
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People's Bank Chairman Prof. Narada Fernando (left) and Chief Executive Officer Clive Fonseka People’s Bank, a pioneer in Sri Lanka’s banking and financial services industry commemorates its 64th anniversary today. Since its establishment, the...
Asiri Hospital Holdings announces appointment of Kalum de Silva to Board and subsidiary
Daily FT
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Asiri Hospital Holdings PLC and Asiri Surgical Hospital PLC have announced the appointment of Kalum de Silva as a Non-Executive, Independent Director. De Silva is a seasoned investor, strategist, and board advisor with more than 20 years of...
Adverse global shocks and Sri Lanka’s road to recovery
Daily FT
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Dr. W.A. Wijewardena delivering keynote Keynote at Economic and Taxation Symposium 2025 of ICASL – Part I Colombo forum on road to recovery In a recent forum in Colombo on Sri Lanka’s road to recovery with special reference to debt and governance...
Sithara awarded ISO 14001 (Environment) and ISO 45001 (Health and Safety) Management System Certifications
Daily FT
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From left: Consultant Nuwan Tharaka, Asst. Manager – Tech Services Gayantha Perera, Bureau Veritas Marketing Manager Subash De Silva, Country General Manager Shan Nanayakkara, GM – Operations / QHSE Manager H.B. Anandaratne, AGM – Sales and...
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Why has Mazagon Dock bought controlling stake in Sri Lanka's Colombo dockyard?
Firstpost
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June 30, 2025
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd has acquired a stake in a Sri Lankan dockyard. The Indian government-run firm bought a controlling interest in Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC). But what do we know about the deal? And why has Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders...
Business News | Fredun Pharmaceuticals Enters Pet Care Market with Strategic Acquisition of One Pet Stop
Latestly
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July 2, 2025
PNN Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 2: Fredun Pharmaceuticals Limited (BSE - FREDUN | 539730), a diversified global healthcare company, Fredun Retail Private Limited (FRPL), has taken a significant step toward expanding its consumer-centric...
ICMR, NCDC studies have established that there is no link between Covid-19 vaccines and sudden deaths: Health Ministry
The Hindu Business Line
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July 2, 2025
FILE PHOTO: A health official draws a dose of the AstraZeneca’s Covid-19 vaccine manufactured by the Serum Institute of India, at Infectious Diseases Hospital in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in 2021. | Photo Credit: DINUKA LIYANAWATTE Against the backdrop...
UNFPA Sri Lanka says 2024 was year of progress, partnership and impact
Daily FT
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UNFPA Sri Lanka Representative Kunle Adeniyi The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Sri Lanka has launched its 2024 Annual Report, spotlighting a year marked by resilience, innovation, and strengthened partnerships to advance sexual and...
Fury unleashed in Jaffna
Daily FT
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The Aava gang, a name that struck fear into the hearts of ordinary citizens, was not merely a band of local thugs. Their methods, their audacity, and their sophisticated connections hinted at something far more sinister The story of the Aava gang...
Durdans Hospital launches Sri Lanka’s first premium multidisciplinary wellness and rehabilitation centre
Daily FT
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Durdans Hospital has officially unveiled Revive by Durdans, Sri Lanka’s first premium multidisciplinary wellness and rehabilitation centre—marking a new era of personalised recovery, cutting-edge therapy, and comprehensive wellbeing. This launch...
Cap Snap Lanka wins four Gold Awards at National Quality and Productivity Convention
Daily FT
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Assistant Production Manager K.M.N.R. Kumara, Manager – Production/Stores/Maintenance M.M.M. Kalith, Senior Manager – Quality Assurance/Compliance/Product Development K.A.T. Yashendra, Group COO Rizwan Jalill, Director/Group CEO Farih Fazal,...
Sri Lankan government and IMF celebrate “success” of austerity program
World Socialist Web Site
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June 28, 2025
On June 16, the Sri Lankan government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) held a high-profile event at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo titled “Sri Lanka’s Road to Recovery: Debt and Governance.” The invitation-only gathering attended by...
Sri Lankan shares log best weekly gain since Dec
Business Recorder
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June 28, 2025
COLOMBO: Sri Lankan shares closed higher on Friday, as gains in consumer discretionary and materials stocks outweighed losses in healthcare and IT. The CSE All-Share index settled up 0.75% at 17,872.7, rising for the fourth straight session. It...
India close with 244-run lead despite Smith’s magnificent 184 not out
The Times
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Speaking to Ian Ward on Sky Sports, England’s No5 praised his partner Jamie Smith: “It was good to spend time out there with Smudge, he’s got a long career ahead of him.“We didn’t speak too much. We both look to take bowlers on. He came out of the...
Sri Lanka not informed over FAO vessel’s research decision: Foreign Minister
EconomyNext
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June 27, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka government is yet to be officially informed over United Nation-flagged research vessel’s decision on not doing the planned research due to approval delay from the island nation’s government, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath...
White House wants funds for war crimes probe in Sri Lanka terminated
Colombo Gazette
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June 27, 2025
The White House has recommended terminating U.S. funding for war crimes investigations in Sri Lanka and other countries. According to a Reuters exclusive, the White House has recommended terminating U.S. funding for war crimes investigations in...