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Sri Lankan government and IMF celebrate “success” of austerity program
World Socialist Web Site
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June 28, 2025
On June 16, the Sri Lankan government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) held a high-profile event at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo titled “Sri Lanka’s Road to Recovery: Debt and Governance.” The invitation-only gathering attended by...
India's top 5 biggest wins by runs in overseas Tests ft. ENG vs IND 2025 2nd Test
Sportskeeda
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July 6, 2025
The Indian team's sensational win against England in the second Test at Edgbaston has officially made its entry into the history books on Sunday, July 6. They bounced back with dominating all-round performances after facing a major setback in the...
DMASL Digital Summit 2025 in July to position Sri Lanka as region’s leading digital hub
Daily FT
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By Uma Chandrasiri South Asia’s visionaries, digital creators and change-makers will converge with their Sri Lankan counterparts to foster collaboration, innovation and the expansion of knowledge as the DMASL (Digital Marketing Association of Sri...
Building ‘Brand Sri Lanka’ through strategic franchise development
Daily FT
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Franchise India Group Chairman Gaurav Marya Sri Lanka’s inaugural Global Franchise Forum (GFF) 2025, held in April 2025, has delivered immediate results, awakening local brands to their global potential. Franchise India Group Chairman Gaurav Marya...
‘The purpose-driven traveller’ arrives as per Asia Pacific luxury travel trends
Travel Daily Media
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July 3, 2025
New destinations including Bangladesh, New Zealand, and Cambodia are gaining ground onthe list of top 10 destinations. Nature escapes and countryside retreats surge, with interest in safaris up to 30% The Luxury Group by Marriott International...
Sri Lanka travel guide: Everything to know before you go
The Independent
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June 27, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Sri Lanka's anti-graft commission arrests ex-President Rajapaksa's family member
The Hindu
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June 27, 2025
Image used for representation A family member of Sri Lanka's former President Mahinda Rajapaksa was arrested by the country's anti-graft body on Friday (June 27, 2025), officials said. Nishantha Wickramasingha, the brother-in-law of Rajapaksa, was...
Visit Maldives introduces cultural Ambassadorship Programme for local artists
Hotelier Maldives
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July 6, 2025
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/Visit Maldives) has announced the launch of the Visit Maldives Local Ambassadorship Programme—an initiative aimed at engaging and empowering Maldivian artists and creatives in...
Sri Lanka’s casino industry
Inside Asian Gaming
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June 27, 2025
Industry veteran Shaun McCamley delves into the complex history of Sri Lanka’s casino industry at a time when the country is slowly but surely making moves to establish a genuine regulatory framework. Sri Lanka’s casino industry has a vibrant yet...
India create history with massive 336-run win in 2nd ENG vs IND 2025 Test at Edgbaston
Sportskeeda
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July 6, 2025
Shubman Gill-led India scripted history with a 336-run victory against England in the second of the five-match Test series at Edgbaston in Birmingham on Sunday, July 6. As a result, the tourists registered their biggest overseas win (by runs) by...
Melco’s City of Dreams Sri Lanka casino and hotel to open on 2 August
Inside Asian Gaming
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June 29, 2025
Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s new Sri Lankan casino and hotel venture, City of Dreams Sri Lanka, will open its doors on Saturday 2 August, the company and its local partner John Keells Holdings PLC have announced. The property, located within...
Egypt arrests nearly 50 drivers for drug use after deadly crashes
The National News
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Egyptian authorities arrested 48 drivers for drug use during a nationwide clampdown aimed at improving road safety, particularly on the Regional Ring Road, commonly referred to as the "Road of Death." The arrests were part of a sweeping 24-hour...
Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe 2025 full schedule announced
CricketAddictor
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June 26, 2025
On Thursday, June 26, Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) announced that the Sri Lanka National Cricket Team will be coming to the Land of the Brave for a full-fledged series in August-September 2025. Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) confirmed that the Chevrons and the...
New Report Reveals Shift in Asia Pacific Luxury Travel Trends
Breaking Travel News
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July 2, 2025
A new era of luxury travel is taking shape across Asia Pacific, defined by purpose, personalization, and profound lifestyle shifts. According to a new study from the Luxury Group by Marriott International, high-net-worth (HNW) travelers in the...
More German companies eye Sri Lanka
Sunday Observer
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June 28, 2025
34 The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka commended the steps taken by Sri Lanka to improve the business sentiments and attract investments to the country. The delegation hailed the interest shown by Sri Lanka to improve the...
Nissanka, Jayasuriya star as Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by an innings and 78 runs to clinch Test series
News9 Live
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June 28, 2025
Cricket News Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by an innings and 78 runs at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo to clinch the two-match Test series by 1-0. Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by an innings and 78 runs to clinch the Test series. (Photo-Getty...
No Plans for Maldives–Sri Lanka Duty-Free Zone, Confirms Economic Minister
The Maldives Journal
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Economic Minister Saeed Mohamed has denied recent claims suggesting that the Maldivian government is working to establish a duty-free commercial zone between the Maldives and Sri Lanka. In a statement shared on X, the Minister clarified that no...
Sri Lanka prepares to face impact of Middle East war
Colombo Gazette
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June 25, 2025
Sri Lanka is preparing to face the impact of the war in the Middle East and a subcommittee appointed for this purposes met to discuss the areas that might be affected. The Cabinet of Ministers has drawn its attention to the need for advance...
The Emirates Group showcases collaborative sustainability initiatives in aviation
Breaking Travel News
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July 6, 2025
The Emirates Group’s efforts to align with this year’s UN call to end plastic pollution were on display at its ‘Tomorrow Takes Flight’ event, its annual sustainability showcase. The exhibition echoed the international organisation’s mission to...
Agoda unveils ‘Europe to Asia summer travel trends’: Thailand remains top choice, Vietnam breaks into top 5
Mindanao Gold Star Daily
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July 2, 2025
- Advertisement - As Europe prepares for its summer holidays, Agoda, the leading digital travel platform, reveals that Thailand has retained its crown as the most searched Asian destination among European travelers for the second year in a row....