Sunday Times (Sri Lanka) - 6 Jul 2025
Vehicle imports: Treasury alerts CB over dollar drain
Universal franchise in digital era
S. Thomas’ end Isipathana’s unbeaten run
Hamas says ready to start Gaza ceasefire talks
IMF-backed reform directs Auditor General to flag fraud for law enforcement action
SC sees need to educate magistrates on bail norms
Container release: Report calls for disciplinary action against Customs officers
Govt. reverses decision: KDU to admit local students for medical degrees
Red-labelled cargo release casts shadow over NPP’s clean image
Lankan smuggler caught with python in underwear
Poaching Indian skipper jumps into sea to avoid jail here
Maureen Hingert, the beauty who put Lanka on world map, dies at 88
Political extravaganza to welcome principal
Fake ticket alert over Cinnamon Life grand opening
Questions over NPP deputy ministers' overseas political work
In the protest-prone north, student stages solo protest
Gazette terminates services of four SWRD foundation members
The story behind Chandrasena's arrest
Rienzie T. Wijetilleke – the visionary leader who rescued cricket
Calls to Motor Traffic Dept. fall on deaf ears
SLMC: Into the future with 100 year legacy
President’s committee red flags port’s container release as illegal
Mama Pudditat’s offerings on wheels
Justice for Palestine: False narratives cannot win wars!
Big Beautiful Bill
Indian aid no justification for plunder
Funday Times pullout
IMF-backed reform directs Auditor General to flag fraud for law enforcement action
Editors’ Guild withdraws from National Media Policy Committee over lack of clarity
Container release: Report calls for disciplinary action against Customs officers
Govt. reverses decision: KDU to admit local students for medical degrees
SC sees need to educate magistrates on bail norms
SLMC should look inward and outward
Yala paddy floor price for first time to deter private undercutting
‘The Rule should be Access to Information and the Exemption should be Refusal,’ Court of Appeal holds
Fighting the mosquito sting
Audit flags NYC’s Rs. 538 million spend on non-priority programmes
Maureen Hingert and the Howard Hughes connection
All in wax: The Ehelepolas' tragic story and the fall of the Kandyan Kingdom
Govt. presents 2026 fiscal strategy; Namal says it only makes investors flee
What about the big hotels on illegally acquired lands, ask residents of Sigiriya
Prajashakthi will take economic growth to the rural people: President
Red-labelled cargo release casts shadow over NPP’s clean image
Lessons to be learnt in higher education
Friend, foe or frenemy?
You know we know what you know
The moral and social perils of a Casino Hub
Medical specialists under pressure to say “yes” to the cheapest, avoid TECs
Chemmani mass graves: Childrens’ skeletons suspected among them
Relatives of missing persons reopen dismissed cases
AI-generated images counterproductive and insensitive warn lawyers
Indian aid no justification for plunder, fishers decry theft and attacks
String of fatal boat accidents sparks maritime safety probe
“Respecting Sri Lanka means respecting the rights of our fishermen,” says Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs
NARA says lives of small-scale fishers wrecked
UDA in car park manoeuvre to prevent single operator from taking all slots
Wheels grind slowly for new licence plates
CA Judge Gurusinghe recommended for SC
No sign of underworld killings ending soon
Strap up or face fines
Contempt case: Former immigration chief says he acted on instructions by ministry secretary
Public security committees to be revived to battle underworld activities, says Minister
Joint operation nets in 300 suspects
Personal, social risks aplenty for trans individuals
Apeksha Hospital to get new building with specialised care for children
CA allows petition seeking nullification of Archchuna's parliamentary seat
Immunoglobulin case: Indictments to be served on Keheliya and 11 others on July 11
Transforming our polity and economy: Between hope and scepticism
Chemmani, Batalanda and beyond
Can AI deliver broad-based prosperity?
Rienzie T. Wijetilleke – the visionary leader who rescued cricket
Seeded player crash galore at Wimbledon 2025
S. Thomas’ end Isipathana’s unbeaten run in vital clash
Five-day Juventus Training Camp kicks off tomorrow
Late J.B.C. Rodrigo 126th Birth Anniversary
41 young shuttlers to represent Sri Lanka at Yonex Sunrise GP in Indonesia
CRICKET
Asanga Peiris to head Old Royalists’ AC
BADMINTON
Wesley outclass Ananda for fifth successive win
Trinity roar leaves Royal stunned at Pallekele
St. Peter’s prevail with close win over DS
Joes thrash Sri Sumangala
Dominant Zahira’s second half blitz destroys Mahanama
Kingswood return to winning form after drubbing Dharmaraja
Tanvir magic cause Sri Lanka collapse
Gill hits record-breaking ton before England collapse
Colts dominate over Kurunegala Youth
BRIEF SCORES
CRICKET BRIEF SCORES
Hamas says ready to start Gaza ceasefire talks ‘ immediately’
Trump says ‘probably 12’ tariff letters being sent out Monday
Iran after ceasefire
Russia becomes first country to recognise Taliban government
US President boasts of ‘phenomenal’ victory as Congress passes flagship bill
Syria says ready to work with US for a deal with Israel
Trump warns of sanctions after largest Russian strike on Kyiv
Texas flood: search for missing children
Back to belly dance
Young Europeans losing faith in democracy
The Blue and Gold Ball 2025: A night to remember
Three books on Palestine launched
S.M.A.R.T Books™ with AI: Helping parents raise wise, kind kids!
Jehovah’s Witnesses will hold international convention in Colombo
WIF joins UNFPA’s Global Equity 2030 Alliance
St Sebastian's Church procession attracts many devotees
After ceasefire, Iran is preparing for the long war with Israel
The rise of Islamophobia in New York’s mayoral elections—with the Statue of Liberty in a burqa
President’s committee red flags port’s container release as illegal
Kathirgamam brought to life in Bharatha Natyam spectacle
Such disgusting conduct—they shame man and beast
50 years on: Indira’s emergency and India’s descent into political darkness
UN expert says firms ‘profiting’ from ‘genocide’ of Palestinians
‘In our blood’: Egyptian women reclaim belly dance from stigma
Indian state defends Zumba lessons for students amid protests
SLMC: Into the future with 100 year legacy
Maureen Hingert and the Howard Hughes connection
The wreck of the ‘Indus’ at Moletivoe -A passenger’s tale
How many of our loved ones were injected saline instead of cancer treatment?
Revival of Buddhism with arrival of Upali Maha Thera from Siam
Maritime expert and rare gentleman
Kind and compassionate, she was a lifelong learner
He did much to serve the community through Rotary
A challenging variety under the able baton of Harin
The buzz of GLF once again come January!
The old art of baking meets a new generation of bakers
Two Australian choirs to perform in Colombo, Galle and Kandy
The wreck of the ‘Indus’ at Moletivoe -A passenger’s tale
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Fruits for lunch!
Car market shifts gears: EVs outpace used Japanese vehicles
Fallout between banks and SME triggers new lending oversight unit
SL to establish national equal labelling framework
Southern Expressway Service Area Lease given for just Rs. 10,000!
Of myths and glory days in tourism
SVAT a bone of contention for tea industry
Big Beautiful Bill
Big Beautiful Bill
Africa beckons
Sri Lankan designer wins at Nippon Paint-sponsored awards
CA Sri Lanka on economic recovery through tax reforms
Clogard joins Kotler’s upcoming marketing publication
Aluthgama resigns as SLIC Group CEO
Sri Lanka secures $315 m IMF tranche despite data slip
CEPA-ODI dialogue on Sri Lanka’s Economic Growth
Sri Lanka’s first-ever Diving Liveaboard tourism operation
Cost of Democracy: Are We Paying Too Much for Too Little?
More opportunities with 15 Conformity Assessment Accreditation
TWC Capital advises Hela on major FDI deal
Shantha Bandara appointed President of Pharma chamber
Sunshine delayed: Solar power usage stuck at CEB
SLIC’s largest bonus of Rs.12.5 bn to policyholders
Sri Lanka as an International Centre for Higher Education
Terrestrial Digital TV set to boost digital economy
JXG FY25 performance reveals Rs.5.24 bn profit
Sri Lanka at Thai trade exhibition
Work Is Not Well-Being
High Cost of Trump’s Brain Drain
New contract efforts to protect migrant workers
Shah Rukh Khan to grace opening of City of Dreams
The Ethics of Carbon Pricing
Central Bank assets, liabilities increase in 2025
Fallout between banks and SME triggers new lending oversight unit
Urgent need for enforcement unit at Sri Lanka Tourism
Sri Lanka’s First Interactive AI Annual Reports
Of myths and glory days in tourism
Southern Expressway Service Area Lease given for just Rs. 10,000!
Staying safe from Cyber Scams in Sri Lanka
Access to finance stalls MSME’s in Sri Lanka, says CB Governor
Empowering Sri Lanka’s Digital Transformation: Opportunities in Cloud Infrastructure
Top Indian delegation discusses investment, trade opportunities
Assetline Finance records strong 2024-25 year
Centre for Lean Excellence collaborates with IDB
People’s Bank marks 64 years of service
Exel Holdings in Nawala Celebrates Wellness Day with Jaquar’s Luxury Bath Solutions
SOORYA Matches Honours the Nations Brightest Rising Stars at the Youth Top 40 Awards 2025 by New Generations Sri Lanka
CEAT to help Pizza Hut riders deliver their delectables safer and smarter
Hayleys Fentons Wins “Company with Great Managers Award” 2024, for the Second Consecutive Year
Sithara Limited awarded ISO 14001 (Environment) and ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) Management System Certifications
APTS and Craft Silicon set new benchmark for digital and AI banking in Sri Lanka’s BFSI sector
Top Banker Delvin Pereira -New Rotary Governor Sri Lanka & Maldives
Revolutionising Trade
Automobile Technologies brings global EV power to Sri Lanka at GAC EV Motor Show
Amana Takaful Celebrates Real-Life Heroes at Annual Awards 2024
HNB Credit Cards Awards Dream Singapore Getaway to Lucky Winner
ComBank celebrates opening of Representative Office in DIFC
Sampath Bank Introduces ‘Madu Sampatha’ Floating Market at Madu River to Enhance Livelihoods and Curb Plastic Waste
DFCC Aloka Surpasses 100,000 Female Clients – Empowering Women, Enriching Lives
Pan Asia Bank Launches One of a Kind Digitally Linked Sustainability Campaign: "One Click, One Tree – Greening Tomorrow"
Cargills Food City Celebrates “World Environment Day” with the BYOB Campaign
Is ChatGPT Helping or Hurting Student Thinking?
Peradeniya University launches cutting edge Math Conference
Task force to prevent ragging in state universities meets, lack of laws reviewed
School cleaning programme on July 9 to target mosquito breeding sites
Peradeniya University to launch new AI degree programme
Students of the four noble truths and eightfold path
Adyapana Prathibha 15th edition launched
Draft national R&D policy unveiled
UGC calls for standardisation of research allowance procedures
Gov to provide foreign university scholarships for A/L students
Royal’s squash king set to battle world’s best
KDU launches Hindi language learning programme
Saying it in copper
Mama Pudditat’s offerings on wheels
Memories etched in copper & drawings
Clarence biopic: Grand premiere in Kandy
Dharmayuddhaya 2’ Wraps Up Filming — A Powerful Sequel in the Making
Once a marvel of AI, now a force of destruction
‘Drishyam’ legend Mohanlal meets his Lankan counterpart
Grand Kandyan wins big at ‘Culinary Art Competition 2025’
‘The Hut’ is back with a retro boom
Sensory Symphony by Shangri-La
City School of Architecture over 39 years of Excellence in Architectural Education
SLIIT MATHFEST 2025 showcased analytical thinking through collaborative problem solving
The CFA Society Sri Lanka celebrates capital market excellence at the Capital Market Awards 2025
From Reluctance to Responsibility: AIDA Model and the Future of Tax Administration in Sri Lanka
“Know Your Numbers Well To Succeed In School Career, Work And Life”
Inauguration Ceremony of the Regular Intake – 2025 at the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon
AI in the Classroom: Is ChatGPT Helping or Hurting Student Thinking?
SLIIT launches MSc in Artificial Intelligence to power and address AI talent demands
“Ragama Toastmasters Club Celebrates 5 Years of Transforming Lives Through Leadership and Communication”
Record entries for Arjan Perera Memorial Tennis Tourney
Royal’s squash king set to battle world’s best
Lyceum International Schools claim Top 3 slots at 50th Schools Swimming Championships
Gateway emerge U-15 basketball champions
Ananda, Musaeus, Bishop’s earn top honours at Ritzbury Tennis
Message from the Chairperson, CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards 2025
Message from the CFA – President, CFA Society Sri Lanka
Message from the CEO, CFA Society Sri Lanka
Empowering the discerning investor to confidently navigate today’s low-interest-rate environment
Sunshine Holdings PLC wins Gold for Best Investor Relations at CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards 2025
CT CLSA wins four awards at the CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards 2025
CFA Society Sri Lanka Celebrates Excellence at Capital Market Awards 2025
Bartleet Religare Securities (Pvt) Ltd. Shines at CFA Society Sri Lanka Capital Market Awards 2025
Cutting edge power: How BYD’s Blade Battery is changing the EV game
Luxury Redefined: AVATR, XPeng, IM Motors, and RIDDARA Arrive in Sri Lanka to Challenge European Giants
Plugged into Change
Prestige EV Pvt Ltd Launches World’s First AllElectric Premium MPEV Range In Sri Lanka
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