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Labour shortages are pushing Plantation Companies towards machines, data and a different kind of worker
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Mind Adventures presents De Profundis 2.0: An Evening of Voice and Sound in Aid of Palestinian Children

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FINEZ supports Old Thomians’ Swimming Club (OTSC) with furniture donation

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Industry

Labour shortages are pushing Plantation Companies towards machines, data and a different kind of worker

Oct 12 2026

Industry

Richardson Projects raises the bar for Sri Lanka’s powder coatings industry with global Axalta partnership

Oct 12 2026

Events

Fairfirst Named Sri Lanka's Best Travel Insurance Company at World Economic Magazine Awards 2026

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HNB FINANCE advances child wellbeing and financial awareness through World Children’s Day initiative

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SLT-MOBITEL Strengthens Micro Business Ecosystem Through Strategic Partnerships

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Economy & Growth

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Youth unemployment hits 17.8%, rises to 22.4% among women
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MTI and Skift to strategise for Sri Lanka’s global tourism campaign

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