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Distinguished banker Mr. Jegan Durairatnamand Mr. Michio Matsuokahave been appointed to the Board of Directors of Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC

Mr. Durairatnam possesses extensive experience in banking, having been with the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC for 36 years. He served as a Director of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC from April 2012 to July 2014 and as the Managing…

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US must uphold OCC role in Sri Lanka tariff negotiations : Ranil

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe said Sri Lanka must remind the United States of its obligations as a member of the Official Creditor Committee (OCC) during the ongoing tariff negotiations between the two countries. “We have never told the US, who…

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ELEVARE – Inaugural issue

Derived from the Latin word “Elevare” – meaning “to elevate” –the name itself reflects our mission: To create a platform that celebrates the hero within every journey. Elevare is a quarterly luxury business and lifestyle magazine, uniquely positioned to connect…

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Change in Guest Appearance for City of Dreams Sri Lanka Launch – Celebrations to Continue in Full Splendour

In the lead-up to the landmark launch of City of Dreams Sri Lanka – South Asia’s first integrated resort the appearance of Mr. Shah Rukh Khan was a key highlight of the celebrations. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen personal reasons beyond…

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Today’s News Digest – July 17

Today’s News Digest: Your go-to summary of the key events and headlines that shaped the day. From major developments to breaking news, we bring you everything that happened today, all in one quick and easy read. Shah Rukh Khan cancels…

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Hambantota Bird Park owner remanded

The owner of the Hambantota Bird Park, who was arrested in connection with 21 illegally imported high-capacity motorbikes, was remanded until July 25. The suspect was arrested this morning (17) in Narahenpita by a special Police unit and later remanded…

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Protest held over atrocities in the North and South of Sri Lanka

A protest was staged today calling for justice over alleged atrocities in the North and South of Sri Lanka.  Protesters were seen holding placards in front of the Fort Railway Station in Colombo.  The protest was staged calling for justice…

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Minor accident at Railway Yard during minister’s visit

Minister of Transport Bimal Rathnayake was a witness to a minor accident that occurred at the Railway Workshops Complex at Ratmalana during an inspection tour today.  A minor explosion occurred during ongoing work on a railway compartment, with workers scrambling…

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‘Aragalaya’ compensation : SC to hear FR petition

The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has summoned a hearing on November 13 to verify facts in a fundamental rights petition requesting recovery of compensation paid unlawfully to former ministers whose homes and property were damaged after the attack on…

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81-yr-old monk arrested over molesting a tourist

An 81-year-old monk has been arrested on charges of molesting a foreign tourist at a temple in Habaraduwa. The senior monk, who serves as the chief prelate of the temple, allegedly offered food and beverages to the 41-year-old New Zealand…