Sunday Times (Sri Lanka) - 31 Aug 2025
Ranil plans to turn UNP’s convention into unity show
Tight security at BIA as suspects land
Trump tariffs ruled unconstitutional, but will remain until October 14
SLC accounts recover in 2024
CEB restructuring: Employees offered VRS compensation up to Rs. 5 million
CEB split: No change in working locations, duties, remunerations
Gotabaya and Saman summoned to CID
UNP convention: A game changer?
Watch out for rare Blood Moon on September 7
Unified timetable: JVP trade union throws policy under the bus
Oh, public servants, into which of these three categories do you fall?
Photo push for Johnson's book
Bimal's 'September drama' comments draw criticism
Action inside and outside court
The forgotten soldiers and a snapshot of Ceylonese community
Sajith in fresh campaign to save elephants
Gammanpila gone overseas ahead of possible arrest
Watagala defines those living in fear
‘Kasade’: Piyal keeps the Gypsies’ legacy alive
No permanent rivals in geopolitics
A day to remember for FamiliansST
Sri Lanka eye better FIFA ranking gains with Maldives friendlies
Long arm of the law catching up with underworld
Ranil plans to turn UNP’s convention into unity show
CEB restructuring: Employees offered VRS compensation up to Rs. 5 million
Gotabaya and Saman summoned to CID
CEB split: No change in working locations, duties, remunerations
Court grants Wickremesinghe bail amid CID investigation into university invitation
UN welcomes asking families to help identify mass graves items
Supreme Court to hear appeal against CEB, PUCSL, and cabinet decision
UNRWA’s former director and international legal icon Sena Wijewardane passes away
Counsellors, therapists need professional body: Acting mental health director
Transport Ministry to amend regulations barring women stationmasters
Justice Gamini Amarasekara new chairman of Sri Lanka Law Commission
Lost and found after 160 years
Promise.lk not expanded due to "contradicting requirements" by eGP Secretariat, says developer
Long arm of the law catching up with underworld
Leasing companies still grabbing vehicles by intimidation
Before heading to Geneva, FM to brief Colombo-based diplomats
AG unhappy with report by UN Human Rights Commissioner
Man killed in bus accident caused by driver falling asleep
Reckless heavy vehicle drivers causing crashes raise alarm
Undergrads told to use critical thinking with generative AI
Land, sea and air war against narcotics and organised crime: Armed forces join police ops
Pro-Israeli protesters seek release of hostages
Tortoise hauled from ocean shelters at zoo
Saturday’s UNP convention: Will its unity platform be a game changer?
Political lawfare
Mea Culpa by Police—in Japan
Remand season
The Ranil Wickremesinghe saga and its implications for justice in Sri Lanka
‘Radiotherapy, chemotherapy and surgery, three main pillars of quality cancer care’
Nilwala woes: Saltwater intrusion leaves Matara thirsty
Bipartisan US congressional staff delegation wraps up talks on bilateral ties with key figures
The Godawaya shipwreck under the limelight in new exhibition
US Navy ships make back to back calls in Colombo
Four UNFPA reports to inform gender-responsive reforms
Forest fires on the rampage in the wet zone
Colombo’s crumbling sewers causing road cave-ins
Work crews avoid safety gear
Winning wild clicks on focus
The economic implications of the Wickremesinghe arrest
The ‘Geneva factor’ and Sri Lanka’s PTA; old fears, new concerns
Modi’s billionaires in Trump’s crosshairs
Vaas questions standard of SLC’s Level 3 Course
Boots of glory: Football legends of St. Benedict’s College
Hayleys crowned Standard Chartered Cup champs
Champion racer Sangeeth Suriyage bolstered by McLarens
Finals of 53rd AVI Junior National Championship from September 5
Sri Lanka eye better FIFA ranking gains with Maldives friendlies
Ex-Co linked clubs among biggest beneficiaries of SLC grants
Sri Lanka Rugby elections scrapped again: Fresh AGM to be called
Ranithma’s BWF World Championship journey ends
Djokovic overcomes bad back, Norrie to make US Open last 16
TENNIS
Madushanka’s magic
Bradman ‘baggy green’ cap won during 1946-47 Ashes sells for $287,000
CRICKET Hasaranga return for Asia Cup
Modern Pentathlon request for full NOC membership mired
Amidst frailty, SLC accounts show notable recovery in 2024
Draining millions on legal battles overshadow SLC’s financial gains
CRICKET
Moratuwa SC end first day on top
Dravid quits as Rajasthan Royals head coach
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Red Cross warns against evacuation of Gaza City as Israel tightens siege
China’s Xi welcomes leaders in Tianjin ahead of summit
How a leaked phone call derailed the Thai PM’s career - and the Shinawatra dynasty
US appeals court finds Trump’s global tariffs illegal
EU urges US to11-12 reconsider UN summit visa denial for Palestinians
Starving a people
The St George’s flag is springing up around England
Changing of the Guard at UK’s Friends of Sri Lanka Association
United Ventures Group celebrates 30th anniversary felicitating founder Afghar Mohideen
NSBM's Prof E A Weerasinghe named Most Visionary Leader at SLEOTY awards
Obituaries
Redefining Sri Lanka’s Human-Elephant Conflict management strategy
The lighter side of life at the Peradeniya campus
Condoms come to school
Digging for cans of worms—and witches' broth too
President to play Jekyll at morn and Hyde at night while abroad
Donald Trump could stop Gaza’s famine; instead he’s following Biden’s lead
2024 riots: Englishmen drifting in confusion
Lost and found after 160 years
The forgotten soldiers and a snapshot of Ceylonese community
A virtual reality walk-through Lunuganga among the work of filmmaker cum architect
He made large strides in the development of minor export crops
Farewell to a wonderful, loyal and loving cousin
A legacy matching his name
He was one of the most popular administrators in Batticaloa
My uncle, my protector, and father figure
The world is bereft without you Seeya
Always on my mind
Drinks and doughnuts: A perfect pairing
Where the workshops turn into a merry zoo
The loss of habitat and heritage
An unforgettable evening of choral music by Metho Cantati
Exhibition at the Sarath Gallery
JUMBO CROSSWORD
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Political stability, US export tariffs attract more businesses
Home Lands’ Landmark Twin Towers Rise at Thummulla
Rs. 2000 commemorative note to mark Central Bank 75th anniversary
Colombo Port faces capacity, revenue loss
High positions in capital market questioned
DMT’s vehicle number plate shortage persists
EPF to move to Labour Dept
No permanent rivals in geopolitics
The problem with procurement
Central Bank at 75: Stability through independence and reform
Fintech momentum rises, but bureaucracy delays threaten 2030 targets
Art exhibition to mark Central Bank anniversary
Colombo International Kite Festival ends up on a successful note
Asia Securities’ platform for CSE’s online investors
DMT’s vehicle number plate shortage persists
Tourism industry demands country specific promo
HNB showcases Club Elite Mastercard in Male
Disrupt Asia going global
A Discussion with Tom Puthiyamadam and Jayson Traxler on Grant Thornton’s Acquisition of Stax
Message from the High Commissioner of Malaysia to Sri Lanka
Explore Malaysia’s Dazzling Cities
Visit Malaysia 2026 – Truly Asia
Experience Ancient Tradition and Excitement
Land of Extraordinary Natural Marvels and Destination for Eco-Adventure
Discover Wonders of the North
The Cradle of Malay Culture
Sri Lanka- a unique paradise: What are we missing?
Sri Lanka’s gem trade crumbles under smuggling and corruption
Sri Lankan-led company named in prestigious US list
People’s Bank records all-time high pre-tax profit of Rs.28 bn in 1H-2025
Sri Lanka’s First CSR Outsourcing Model
NSB records highest ever group Profit Before Tax in 1H 2025
The incalculable Costs of Corrupt Statistics
Advancing inclusive leadership in STEM and Finance
Indian IT giants eye SL’s Unique Digital ID
CEAT seals agreement with BOI with $ 171 m investment
Intrepid Travel’s Sri Lanka GM Poornaka Delpachitra recognised
Dr. Malraj B. Kiriella recognised for tourism and professional leadership
Agentforce sharply reduces manual work for Reps
Island Market for small businesses
Probe on $17 m railway ticketing project
NCAI drives national AI strategy
Galle Literary Festival expands global reach
ComBank - first Sri Lankan bank to cross US$ 1 bn in market cap
LOLCTECH receives honours in ICT sector
Global Dialogue Forum brings world leaders and experts to Colombo
Burnt-out Kandurata Umbrella resumes production in record time
NDB Bank discusses latest results with analysts
SITREK Group Marks 48 Years with Awards and Celebration
Luxury Redefined: AVATR, XPeng, IM Motors, and RIDDARA Arrive in Sri Lanka to Challenge European Giants
Damn Fine Coffee announces its exclusive distributorship of Oatly in Sri Lanka
Ruhunu Farms Unveils New Facility, Supporting the Continued Growth of Aberdeen Holdings
Your New Home Awaits: Early Handover at The Residencies Kotte by ICC, December 2025
Insurance Association of Sri Lanka’s ‘Driven by Purpose, Defined by People’ HR Conference a Resounding Success
“Pioneering SPC Flooring Excellence in Sri Lanka”
Abans Solar Completes 385.27 kW Solar Installation at CIC Agri Produce (Pvt) Ltd. Seed Factory at Mahawa
DFCC Bank and Oceanpick Announce Strategic Collaboration to Drive Sustainable Growth
Prime Group makes history with Lanka’s first luxury real estate client experience initiative ‘Prime Premier’
HNB Assurance Crowned Best Life Insurance Company by Global Brands Magazine
Arcade Independence Square Welcomes Department of Coffee Flagship Store
Hayleys Agriculture Showcases Immersive Innovation at Profood, Propack & Agbiz 2025
Clogard Chooty : Chosen by Mom- Accepted by Dentists
Omega Line wins Asia Best Employer Brand Award with its CHRO named Top Most HR Leader – Asia
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Budget proposals for education sector approved by Finance Ministry
Eyes wide open: Young minds take in the world
Excess development officers recruited in 2022: Audit report
Several SLIIT degrees recognised by ministry
Commonwealth scholarships available for postgraduate studies
Career Resilience in an Ever-Changing Job Market
Shines with U-20 Pentathlon Swimming title
Numerology and Nameology Education
Lankan scientist plays key role in Harvard study of ancient genetic changes
Lankan professors recognised with world historian awards
Seminar on aliens ponders beginnings of life
Youth visit parliament to study legislative process
Rusin unveils ‘Sri Lanka’s first conceptual lunar space city model’ with Thurstan Students
Commonwealth scholarships available for postgraduate studies
Undergrads donate books and equipment to school children
Prof. M. Thanihaichelvan of the Department of Physics Wins the CVCD Award for Most Outstanding Young Researcher 2024
RUCIT enhances digital and IT services
Bharthanjali dance academy marks silver anniversary
Sangamiththa prefects’ investiture ceremony held
Post O/L's? Fast-Track to World-Class Design Career Pathways with AOD
EngEx 2025 powered by SLT-MOBITEL celebrates engineering excellence
Numerology and Nameology Education
NIBM NEO Ventures Launches at TRACE Expert City with the Presence of the Prime Minister and Key Government Dignitaries
Preparing Future Biomedical Scientsists At Apiit Sri Lanka
Lyceum Placements Hosts Successful 2nd Edition of the International University Fair 2025
Lyceum Campus Reinforces Industry-Driven Education with SPRINT 2025 Pitch Series
Sri Lanka Edition of ‘Essentials of Modern Marketing’ Launched, Honouring 22 Iconic Local Brands
Curtin University Colombo Leads Global Learning with Immersive Social Entrepreneurship Exchange
Belarusian Students’ Annual Get-Together 2025 celebrates community, achievement, and Future doctors
Seminar on the Importance of Counselling for Everyday Life at IChemC
NIBM NEO Ventures Launches at TRACE Expert City with the Presence of the Prime Minister and Key Government Dignitaries
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AI Agents Step Into HR: Digital Colleagues Redefine the Workplace.
Royal Institute International School Prefects Embark on Their Path to Leadership
Grand Opening of Excelsia University College Pennant Hills Campus
How To Build Career Resilience in an Ever-Changing Job Market
Shaping tomorrow: PCHE x Deakin University on Early Childhood Education
Mogo Media Academy Joins EDEX Mid-Year Expo 2025 as Platinum Sponsor
EDEX Returns with the Mid-Year Expo 2025: Empowering the Sri Lankan Youth with Higher Education Options, Career Guidance and Job Opportunities.
Generate quality leads using your brand’s content
The Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology (APIIT) partnered with EDEX Mid Expo 2025 as a Platinum Sponsor
The Gateway to Global Success
Panchali claims her first double crown at NCPBA Open Badminton Championships 2025
Royal’s Matheesha and Ladies’ Nethmi bag top titles at Junior Squash Nationals
HFC’s Jessie shines with U-20 Pentathlon Swimming title
Royal’s Thesath shines in squash
Results of Finals
Sprinter Kalhara felicitated
A day to remember for Familians
Italian and Spanish favourites under one roof
Colombo Set to Make Music History as Ne-Yo Performs Live
‘Kasade’: Piyal keeps the Gypsies’ legacy alive
At ‘Motor Show 2025’
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