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ReviewWhat's new at the refreshed Relais & Chateaux Cape Weligama, Sri Lanka
The National News
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On Sri Lanka's southern coastline, Cape Weligama, a Relais & Chateaux resort, has been welcoming guests for more than a decade and recently completed a refresh to mark its 10th anniversary. Additions include a secluded bay, more interconnecting...
Ad hoc policy shifts and renewable energy development
Daily FT
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Two weeks ago, the Federation of Renewable Energy Developers (FRED) at a press conference expressed its strong disapproval of the Government’s decision to reduce feed-in tariffs for renewable energy projects, pointing out that ad hoc policy...
Without concerted action, 18 million more girls and women could become anaemic by 2030: Experts warn
ETHealthworld.com
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July 10, 2025
Colombo: Health experts have warned that without concerted action, 18 million more girls and women could become anaemic by 2030, adding to the current burden of 259 million, according to the World Health Organisation. Describing anaemia as one of...
JAAF says India may get lower than Sr Lanka Trump tariff
EconomyNext
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July 10, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will engage with the United States to explore possibilities of reducing the 30 percent reciprocal tariff with open mind and genuine intentions, officials said, amid looming adverse impact on the island nation’s top foreign...
Germany, Sri Lanka discuss healthcare reforms and investment opportuni
The Morning
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July 7, 2025
Martin Klose, Chief Delegate of the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka), held high-level talks with Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa to explore solutions for strengthening Sri Lanka’s healthcare system. Klose...
Local industries demand for overhaul of e-commerce rules
Daily FT
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Courier Express Parcel Association of Sri Lanka Vice President Sanjay Samarasinghe / Sri Lanka Apparel Brands Association Immediate Past President Yasotharan Paramanantham -Pix by Ruwan Walpola CEPAC Vice President Sanjay Samarasinghe praises Sri...
Sri Lanka-India Power Link Moves Ahead with Key Grid Connectivity Plans
Lanka News Web
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July 6, 2025
By: Staff Writer July 06, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s long-standing ambition to link its power grid with India has entered a decisive stage, as the much-deliberated electricity interconnection project gains momentum. The move is expected to bolster...
Is Sri Lanka ready for the long road to sustained recovery?
Daily FT
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Transitioning from stabilisation to long-term growth requires a bold, forward-looking agenda to promote growth enhancing structural reforms Introduction In my article “Is Sri Lanka’s recovery sustainable?” published in the Daily FT on 18 January...
Lufthansa Cargo strengthens regional logistics with Beirut service
Aviation Business News
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July 8, 2025
Lufthansa Cargo has expanded its Middle East footprint with the launch of a new A321 freighter service to Beirut. The aircraft touched down at Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport for the first time on July 4 and will now operate a weekly...
Lenovo powers into AI decade: Transforms everyday tech in Sri Lanka
Daily FT
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From left: Lenovo India Director and Category Head Ashish Sikka, Director – Consumer Business Dinesh Nair, and General Manager – Overseas, Consumer, Commercial and Tablets Naveen Kejriwal With over two decades of presence in Sri Lanka, Lenovo is...
Bootstrapped Sri Lankan start-up Connect Ville enters event tech space
Daily FT
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Founder Dumidu Thabrew With disruptive technology, eyes seed round A new contender has officially entered the event technology arena. Connect Ville, a bootstrapped Sri Lankan start-up, has launched its innovative event management and lifestyle...
To save its famed tea, Sri Lanka must look to the soil
Daily FT
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Embracing regenerative agriculture is not merely a feel-good idea or a corporate social responsibility initiative; it is a smart and necessary economic strategy. At its core, it directly confronts the industry’s most pressing financial challenges....
Tariff reform
Dawn
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July 9, 2025
NATIONAL security rests on strong defence and a strong economy. In May, our armed forces delivered on defence. It is now time to serve the citizens and fix the economy. Tariff reform announced in Budget 2025-26 is an important step, but is highly...
Russia Eyes 1 Million Indian Workers Amid Labour Shortage, Offers High Pay For Tough Jobs
News18
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July 10, 2025
Last Updated:July 10, 2025, 17:15 IST Major Russian firms are hiring Indian workers for metal, machinery, and construction jobs, offering attractive salaries despite the physically demanding nature of the work Around 4,000 Indians have applied,...
Indian economy to be benefited as US may impose lower tariffs
Mid Day Mumbai
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July 10, 2025
India could emerge as a key beneficiary of the US’s latest tariff policy, potentially facing lower tariffs than other Asia-Pacific nations, according to Arihant Capital. The report suggests this may attract more foreign investment and boost...
Indian firms looking to expand abroad have good chance in Sri Lanka: ITC chief
The Economic Times
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July 6, 2025
Indian companies looking to expand abroad have a good chance in Sri Lanka due to the island nation's proximity, ITC Group Chief Executive Sanjiv Puri said. "I can tell you that Indian companies are particularly coming to Sri Lanka because there...
World News | Indian Firms Looking to Expand Abroad Have Good Chance in Sri Lanka: ITC Chief
Latestly
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July 6, 2025
Colombo, Jul 6 (PTI) Indian companies looking to expand abroad have a good chance in Sri Lanka due to the island nation's proximity, ITC Group Chief Executive Sanjiv Puri said. “I can tell you that Indian companies are particularly coming to Sri...
COTTON USA™ and JAAF Sri Lanka Host Roundtable to Strengthen U.S. Cotton–Sri Lanka Textile Ties
Textile Focus
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July 6, 2025
Cotton Council International (CCI), in partnership with the Joint Apparel Association Forum Sri Lanka (JAAFSL), hosted a high-level industry roundtable in Colombo to explore the role of U.S. cotton in advancing Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel...
Hilton Named Best Workplace in Sri Lanka
Breaking Travel News
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July 6, 2025
Hilton has been named the Best Workplace in Sri Lanka™ 2025 by Great Place to Work®, earning the top position in the large-sized business category for the first time. This achievement follows four consecutive years as Sri Lanka’s top hospitality...
Emirates expands its Premium Economy offering on services to Male and
Times Aerospace
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Services on the enhanced aircraft, feature newly configured and refreshed cabins throughout, including its Premium Economy offering. Emirates will also deploy its retrofitted four-class Boeing 777 on flights EK650/651 operating between Dubai and...