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City of Dreams Sri Lanka to Launch in August
Colombo Gazette
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June 26, 2025
John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) and Melco Resorts & Entertainment (MRE) announced the grand opening of City of Dreams Sri Lanka, including a world-class casino, luxurious Nüwa hotel and a premium shopping mall, on 2nd August 2025. The milestone...
Raising the bar: Sri Lanka’s 30th National Bartenders Competition concludes with flair, passion, and progress
Daily FT
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Flair Bartending Champion: Pasindu Rukshan (The Kingsbury Colombo) Classic Category Champion: W. K. Rashen (Uncle’s Bar, Colombo) IDL Executive Director Indhu Selvaratnam SLHGA President Patrick Pereira A landmark celebration of talent, diversity,...
Rare Gemstone Uncovers Trade Route Between Medieval Europe And Sri Lanka
Forbes
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The golden ring with a reddish-purple sapphire.Pažinováetal_2025_Sapphire_ A medieval ring holding a rare sapphire points to a long-distance gemstone trade between Europe and Sri Lanka over 700 years ago. The ring was found at today’s Pustý hrad...
Nissanka’s unbeaten 146 puts Sri Lanka in charge
BDNews24
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Bangladesh are facing an uphill battle in the Colombo Test after Sri Lanka closed Day 2 on 290 for 2, securing a 43-run lead, powered by an unbeaten 146 from the opener Pathum Nissanka and a fluent 93 from Dinesh Chandimal. Having bowled out...
Bello Beach Bar by Browns Hotels & Resorts redefines coastal leisure on Sri Lanka’s East Coast
Daily FT
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Bello beach bar launched on the shores of The Calm Resort & Spa, Pasikuda The Calm Resort & Spa General Manager Sujeeva Basnayake (left) and Browns Hotels & Resorts Head of Business Excellence Baba Carrim East Coast guests enjoying the launch of...
Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga: Sri Lanka’s daughter of destiny
Daily FT
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Chandrika was different. Intellectually and emotionally she was genuinely for power sharing and equality Whatever some of her detractors may say, Chandrika was a reluctant politician. It must be remembered that both her father and husband were...
The Ultimate 5-Star Itinerary for Your Sri Lankan Escape (Plan Like a Pro)
Programming Insider
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June 26, 2025
Imagine waking up to the sound of gentle waves kissing golden shores, sipping on freshly brewed Ceylon tea while gazing at lush mountains, or unwinding under the stars after a long day of curated cultural experiences. Welcome to Sri Lanka, an...
Sri Lanka-Bangladesh FTA, the way forward – Bangladesh Ambassador
Sunday Observer
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June 21, 2025
83 Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are not rivals, but need to create synergies to work together to build both economies which share many similarities, said Bangladesh High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Andalib Elias. “We are not mere neighbours but...
Sri Lanka expresses gratitude to India for evacuating nationals from conflict-hit Iran
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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June 21, 2025
Colombo [Sri Lanka], June 22 (ANI): The Sri Lankan Government extended its heartfelt gratitude to the Government of India for its timely assistance in evacuating Sri Lankan nationals from Iran amidst the Islamic Republic's ongoing conflict with...
Sports News | Sri Lanka Dominates Early on Day 2 After Dismissing Bangladesh for 247
Latestly
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June 26, 2025
Colombo, Jun 26 (AP) Sri Lanka reached 83 without loss at lunch on Day 2 of the second cricket test after dismissing Bangladesh for 247 early in the morning session. Pathum Nissanka (42) and Lahiru Udara (40) combined to get Sri Lanka into a...
Sri Lanka to offer 3,000 acres for tourism investment
Xinhua News Agency
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COLOMBO, June 21 (Xinhua) -- The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has outlined its process to offer approximately 3,000 acres of SLTDA-owned lands across the country to tourism investors. During a media briefing jointly held by the...
Global tourism will reach 30 billion trips by 2034
Oman Observer
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July 5, 2025
The World Economic Forum has today published a new report forecasting that the travel and tourism industry is projected to serve 30 billion tourist trips by 2034. Travel and Tourism at a Turning Point: Principles for Transformative Growth reveals...
Debutant Dinusha, seamers make it Sri Lanka’s day in rain-hit Colombo
Stabroek News
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June 26, 2025
(ESPN) Sri Lanka dropped five catches, had a couple of edges fall short, and missed a run-out chance. But such was their dominance with the ball on day one of the second Test against Bangladesh that they still managed to pick up eight wickets. It...
Sri Lankans wishing to leave Iran to be evacuated with India’s assistance
Colombo Gazette
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June 21, 2025
Sri Lankans wishing to leave Iran will be evacuated with India’s assistance, the Sri Lankan Government said on Saturday. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism informs all Sri Lankans in the Islamic Republic of Iran that...
Minister Sunil Handunneththi represents Sri Lanka at World Economic Forum in China
Daily FT
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Explores advancing public-private partnerships in natural resource management Highlights country’s reform trajectory and investment potential Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Minister Sunil Handunneththi represented Sri Lanka at the 16th...
Sri Lanka Pushes for Regional Aviation Alliances and Airport Expansion
Lanka News Web
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June 20, 2025
Sri Lanka is ramping up its efforts to transform into a regional air travel hub by fostering strategic airline alliances and investing in major infrastructure projects, as the country navigates complex political and economic challenges. Positioned...
UN rights chief meets families of missing in Sri Lanka
Colombo Gazette
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June 25, 2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk met families of the missing in Sri Lanka and accepted petitions handed over to him. Türk travelled to Trincomalee and Jaffna where he met the families of those reported missing...
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Sri Lanka deports 85 Chinese nationals over bank cybercrime suspicions
Firstpost
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June 21, 2025
In a major crackdown on cybercrime gangs, the South Asian nation of Sri Lanka on Friday (June 20) deported 85 Chinese nationals after they were accused of targeting the country’s banks. The suspects were found guilty of violating the terms of...
Cinnamon Life partners John Keells CG Auto to redefine sustainable luxury travel in Sri Lanka
Daily FT
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From left: Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Hotel Manager Roshan George, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams CEO and General Manager Sanjiv Hulugalle, John Keells CG Auto Director Yohann De Zoysa, John Keells CG Auto General Manager Charith...
Sri Lanka deports dozens of Chinese
The Express Tribune
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June 21, 2025
COLOMBO: Sri Lanka deported 85 Chinese nationals on Friday, months after they were detained on suspicion of carrying out cybercrimes against banks. The suspects were expelled for violating the terms of their tourist visas and fined around $250...