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COLOMBO, October 27, 2026 — Asian equity markets rallied on Tuesday as Anthropic’s US initial public offering filing renewed enthusiasm for artificial intelligence investments, ahead…
COLOMBO, October 27, 2026 — LAUGFS Gas PLC is exploring strategic options for its wholly owned subsidiary, LAUGFS Terminals Limited, including commercial partnerships, external investment…
COLOMBO, October 27, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s total export earnings reached US$13.612 billion during the first nine months of 2026, supported by a record monthly…
BRASÍLIA, October 27, 2026 — The Liberal Party of defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro has recognised Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s runoff victory, even…
COLOMBO, October 27, 2026 — Sri Lanka Navy Lieutenant Commander Piyumi Kathriarachchi has been recognised for graduating with honours from the US Naval Postgraduate School,…
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The proposed introduction of a family doctor system in Sri Lanka should be implemented in a manner that strengthens, rather than undermines, the country’s free healthcare system, Medical and Civil Rights Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance Chairman and Specialist Dr Chamal…
Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police (SDIG) Attorney-at-Law Dr. Ajith Rohana retired today after completing an illustrious 38-year career in Sri Lanka Police. A ceremonial police guard of honour was held at the Welagedara Stadium in Kurunegala to mark his…
Rajnath Singh to meet Sri Lankan leadership Indian-funded reconstruction projects to be reviewed Singh is also expected to review the progress of Indian-funded projects in Sri Lanka, including reconstruction programmes supported by US$450 million in Indian assistance following damage caused…
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COLOMBO, September 16, 2026 — DIMO has partnered with Union Bank PLC to provide exclusive financing solutions for customers purchasing selected TATA Commercial Vehicles, TATA…
MullenLowe Group Sri Lanka has transitioned to BBDO Sri Lanka following Omnicom’s global integration, marking the next chapter for an agency built on strong creative…
From left: Renuke Wijayawardhane, Shanti Gnanapragasam, Nabiha Mohamed and Dr. Thisuri Wanniarachchi HNB Finance Plc has strengthened its Board with the appointment of four Independent…
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Galle Fort has emerged as Sri Lanka’s most visited tourist attraction among foreign travellers, surpassing several long-established cultural and urban landmarks and appearing in more…
YALA, Sri Lanka, Sept 8 (Reuters) – Mugger crocodiles bask along the edge of the shrinking reservoir, waiting like everything else in Sri Lanka’s drought-hit…
Water levels in reservoirs across Sri Lanka have dropped to around 47.3% of total capacity amid prevailing dry weather, the Irrigation Department said. Major reservoirs…
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Germany’s Isar Aerospace has launched a rocket into orbit from Norway as Europe aims to boost its ability to independently send satellites into space. The…
United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has warned that the world is witnessing its highest number of state-linked armed conflicts since the…
United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has issued a stark warning over the rapid development of artificial intelligence, cautioning that inadequate regulation…
Panama could impose further restrictions on ship traffic through the Panama Canal as a strengthening El Niño raises concerns over worsening drought conditions and declining…