Three newly appointed Court of Appeal Justices were formally sworn in before President Anura Kumara Disanayake today (11), at the Presidential Secretariat. Accordingly, the appointments were conferred upon High Court Judges W.K.S.U. Premachandra, K. Priyantha Fernando and A. Premashankar. Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake was also present at the occasion.
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President says addressing the 26th Anniversary of the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) A business environment has been created where investors can operate without having to pay any commissions Every rupee spent by the government is treated as a sacred duty and utilized responsibly By the end of the current administration, there will be no room for a destructive …
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he global love affair with perfumes has reached new heights, with luxury scents commanding jaw-dropping prices. Why is perfume so expensive? As consumers become more discerning, the demand for rare and exotic ingredients has skyrocketed, driving up production costs. From precious resins to delicate floral extracts, these ingredients not only add depth and complexity to fragrances but also make them true status symbols. …
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Bangladesh U19 Team will tour Sri Lanka during the months of April-May for a Youth ODI series. All matches will be played at the MRICS, Hambantota. Schedule DATE MATCH 24th April Warm Up 26th April First Youth ODI 28th April Second Youth ODI 1st May Third Youth ODI 3rd May Fourth Youth ODI 6th May Fifth Youth ODI 8th May Sixth Youth ODI
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Justify the steps taken to increase excise duty on cigarettes – Committee Chair instructs officials. Simplify obtaining relevant insurance claims through third-party insurance – Committee Chair instructs officials. The proposal submitted by the Ministry of Finance to increase the Excise Duty received the approval of the Committee on Public Finance. This approval was granted during the meeting of the Committee …
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Newly Appointed Supreme Mahanayaka Thero of Sri Lanka Amarapura Maha Nikaya, Most Venerable Karagoda Uyangoda Maithree Moorthi Maha Nayaka Thero, Awarded ‘Sri Sannas Patra’ The ceremonial awarding of the ‘Sri Sannas Patra’ to the newly appointed Supreme Mahanayaka Thero of the Sri Lanka Amarapura Maha Nikaya, Most Venerable Karagoda Uyangoda Maithree Moorthi Maha Nayaka Thero, Chief Incumbent of the Rassagala …
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The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) successfully organized a country pavilion at BioFach 2025, the world’s largest annual organic trade fair, recently in Nuremberg, Germany. Nine Sri Lankan export companies participated in the event, showcasing a diverse range of certified organic agricultural products, including food & beverages, spices, tea, coconut-based products, fruits & vegetables, and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) …
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Will Promote Sri Lanka Internationally as an Attractive Investment Destination – Says Aloe Blacc Internationally renowned singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur Aloe Blacc arrived in Sri Lanka this morning (10) at the invitation of the new government and the Sri Lanka Tourist Board, marking a significant visit that extends beyond music. While best known for his chart-topping hits like ‘I Need …
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Prime Minister and Minister of Education Harini Amarasuriya stated that the new education reforms are set to be implemented in 2026, with preparations for the initiative beginning in 2025. Accordingly, speaking at a recent meeting of the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education in Parliament, the Prime Minister outlined the 5 main pillars for the reforms. …
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The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) is reportedly considering nominating former Parliamentarian Eran Wickramaratne for the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) in the upcoming 2025 Local Government Election. Accordingly, former MP Hirunika Premachandra revealed this during a media briefing on 10 March. She added that a proposal has already been made within the party, though an official confirmation regarding the nomination is …
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