One million people use century old Colombo sewers designed to ease 50, 000 – CMC
The century-old Colombo’s sewerage system has been designed to ease the waste materials of the then population of about 50, 000 persons back in the early 1900’s and not a staggering one million city dwellers at present, senior Colombo Municipal Council official said. The planning of the Colombo’s Municipal Council area sewerage system commenced in 1896 with the construction was …
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Israeli security cabinet approves Netanyahu’s plan to take control of Gaza City
The Israeli security cabinet has approved Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to take full military control of Gaza City, the prime minister’s office said.
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Victory achieved by dispelling 13 years of political rumors – SupremeSAT chairman
Sri Lankan satellite operator SupremeSAT (Pvt.) Ltd. says that the truth has finally been revealed, marking a significant victory in dispelling rumors that have circulated for political motives over the past 13 years.
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Deadline extended for 2025 A/L exam applications
The deadline for submitting applications for the upcoming G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examination has been extended.
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Gaming Tycoon Ravi Wijeratne Sues John Keells over Rs. 15 Billion Casino Dispute
Veteran casino operator Ravi Wijeratne and Rank Entertainment Holdings (Pvt) Ltd. have filed a Rs. 15 billion lawsuit in the Colombo Commercial High Court against Waterfront Properties (Pvt) Ltd.,
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President Targets Top 200 Tax Evaders in Revenue Drive
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CNL Reporter
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August 8, 2025
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Tax
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Sri Lanka’s campaign against tax evasion is intensifying, with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake telling Parliament that he holds a list of 200 major tax defaulters owing between Rs. 100–150 billion.
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Sri Lanka Tea Prices Edge Up in July but Lag Behind 2024 Levels
Sri Lanka’s tea industry, a cornerstone of the nation’s exports,
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Donald Trump rejects trade talks with India amid tariff dispute
US President Donald Trump has said there will be no trade negotiations with India until a dispute over tariffs is resolved, following his administration’s decision to double tariffs on Indian imports.
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Australia pledges continued support for Sri Lanka’s economic development
Australia’s Governor-General, Samantha Joy Mostyn, met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this afternoon (08) at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo,
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Customs to Release 991 BYD Vehicles under Court-Approved Conditions
Sri Lanka Customs has agreed to release 991 detained BYD vehicles, following a settlement reached before the Court of Appeal today (7), subject to strict conditions.
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