[2026-04-03 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government decides strict management of public expenditure - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government has decided to strictly manage public expenditure to minimise the impact on the country’s economy due to the prevailing war situation in the Middle East region.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976882/government-decides-strict-management-of-public-expenditure/

[2026-04-03 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Pushpika fires 68 as Sithara wins women’s crown - DailyNews

Snippet: Navy professional golfer Chalitha Pushpika produced a clinical five-under-par 68 to clinch the Sri Lanka Golf Ranking Tournament title, while Sithara Dedunu Lawrance won the women’s category at the Victoria Golf Resort in Digana, Kandy yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/977093/pushpika-fires-68-as-sithara-wins-womens-crown/

[2026-04-03 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Awareness programmes on energy management at school level - DailyNews

Snippet: The third meeting of the Cabinet-appointed committee tasked with ensuring the continuous functioning of the public service, was held under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, via virtual platform on Wednesday (1) .

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/977208/awareness-programmes-on-energy-management-at-school-level/

[2026-04-03 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Cricketer moves Court against SLC for denying NOC to play for IPL - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has moved the Colombo District Court seeking an order against Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) over the non-issuance of a “No Objection Certificate” (NOC) required for participation in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/breaking-news/977234/cricketer-moves-court-against-slc-for-denying-noc-to-play-for-ipl/

[2026-04-03 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Trump card or wild card? - DailyNews

Snippet: The world is unsettled now. Whether it is the street protests in the United States or the strategic waterways of the Middle East, the meeting point of mass dissent, geopolitical ambition, and military brinkmanship is reshaping the global order. It may prove irreversible.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/general-opinion/977064/trump-card-or-wild-card/

[2026-04-03 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Round the clock rolling water stoppage in Western Province - DailyNews

Snippet: Areas served by Kalatuwawa, Labugama plants affected Bowsers deployed to areas experiencing complete shortages

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/977211/round-the-clock-rolling-water-stoppage-in-western-province/

[2026-04-03 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Extending retirement age of SC, CA judges will hinder career progression - Prof. GL - DailyNews

Snippet: Former Minister Prof. G. L. Peiris said yesterday that the Government is preparing to extend the retirement age of only Supreme Court and Court of Appeal judges by two years, which will be a very detrimental decision to the independence and dignity of the judiciary.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/977255/extending-retirement-age-of-sc-ca-judges-will-hinder-career-progression-prof-gl/

[2026-04-03 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Gold slips over 1% as Trump’s Iran stance dents momentum - DailyNews

Snippet: Gold prices fell sharply yesterday (April 02), snapping a four-day winning streak, after U.S. President Donald Trump signalled an escalation in the ongoing conflict with Iran, dampening investor sentiment and triggering a broader market pullback.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976922/gold-slips-over-1-as-trumps-iran-stance-dents-momentum/

[2026-04-03 06:46 UTC+10:00] [Pam Bondi] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Trump fires Pam Bondi, a loyalist and ally, as attorney general

Snippet: Bondi earned president’s ire over handling release of Epstein files and failing to prosecute his political enemies

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/02/trump-pam-bondi-attorney-general

[2026-04-03 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Chamodi to lead Women’s Under-19 team to Australia - DailyNews

Snippet: Chamodi Probodha, a promising leg spinner, will lead the Sri Lanka Women’s Under-19 team for the upcoming tri-series tour of Australia. The series will also feature England and is scheduled to be held from April 6 to 18.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/977067/chamodi-to-lead-womens-under-19-team-to-australia/

[2026-04-03 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Rehan scores fourth ton as Royal reach 319 - DailyNews

Snippet: Defending joint champions Royal College Colombo posted a strong total of 319 against Mahanama College Colombo in their quarter-final match of the Under-19 Division One Tier ‘A’ Inter-School Two-Day Cricket Tournament. The match was played at the D.H.H. Cricket Ground in Madampella, Katana, yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/977102/rehan-scores-fourth-ton-as-royal-reach-319/

[2026-04-03 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Court orders arrest of Priyanka Niyomali, Shamindra Rajapaksa in Airbus bribe scandal - DailyNews

Snippet: Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga Bodaragama yesterday (2) ordered the immediate arrest and production of Priyanka Niyomali, wife of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena, and Shamindra Rajapaksa, brother of former Deputy Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa and son of former Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/lawnorder/977266/court-orders-arrest-of-priyanka-niyomali-shamindra-rajapaksa-in-airbus-bribe-scandal/

[2026-04-03 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Siyapatha Finance records exceptional financial performance for FY25 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s homegrown financial institution Siyapatha Finance PLC displayed robust financial performance for the year ended 31st December 2025, reflecting the Company’s continued strategic growth initiatives, solid asset quality, and resilience amidst volatile economic conditions. The Company posted a profit before tax (PBT) of Rs. 2,660 million, an increase of 26% compared to the previous year.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976928/siyapatha-finance-records-exceptional-financial-performance-for-fy25/

[2026-04-03 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Importing rice, a grave injustice to farmers - SJB - DailyNews

Snippet: Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) General Secretary MP Ranjith Madduma Bandara said yesterday that the government’s decision to import rice is a grave injustice to the farmers of this country when the farmers are expected to receive a large paddy harvest in this season.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/politics/977223/importing-rice-a-grave-injustice-to-farmers-sjb/

[2026-04-03 06:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Former Minister Mahinda Wijesekera passes away - DailyNews

Snippet: Former Minister Mahinda Wijesekera, a prominent politician passed away yesterday. He was 83 years.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/977269/former-minister-mahinda-wijesekera-passes-away/

[2026-04-03 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Breathing life to the dying art of Gokkola - DailyNews

Snippet: Madhamulle Chandrasiri’s work begins with a leaf. He sits with a coconut frond drawn close, a knife in hand, shaving, lifting and layering. The motion does not pause. A neighbour steps in to assist now and then. But the rhythm remains Chandrasiri’s and his alone.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/features/977021/breathing-life-to-the-dying-art-of-gokkola/

[2026-04-03 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Two students die, on the way to big match - DailyNews

Snippet: Two St. Sylvester’s College, Kandy, students died yesterday (2) around 6.30 am on their way to the Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium for the organization of the annual cricket match between St. Sylvester’s College and Vidyartha College, when their motorcycle collided with a private bus near the Rathmaloya bridge in Pallekele.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/977258/two-students-die-on-the-way-to-big-match/

[2026-04-03 06:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Tracing the historic journey of the Songs of Liberation concert - DailyNews

Snippet: On July 26, 1978 at the New Town Hall, Colombo, Sri Lanka, inauguration of a collection of lyrics born in the crucible of the April 71 struggle, composed with tears streaming weary eyes, sweat and blood pouring from battered bodies, and hearts bowed low under the weight of pain, was an endeavour to steer the living traditions of Sri Lankan song, music and art towards a new and more truthful horizon.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/features/977039/tracing-the-historic-journey-of-the-songs-of-liberation-concert/

[2026-04-03 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Five years of UK–Sri Lanka Ocean Partnership and looking ahead - DailyNews

Snippet: For an island like Sri Lanka, the ocean and coastal resources are central to its identity as they are to daily life, providing a source of livelihoods, food supplies and a vital source of the economic activity. Protecting Sri Lanka’s ocean and coastal waters is both a national priority and a shared responsibility.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/features/977042/five-years-of-uk-sri-lanka-ocean-partnership-and-looking-ahead/

[2026-04-03 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘Let us build Sri Lanka as one family, founded on brotherhood and peace’ - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya in her Easter message said what the resurrection of Christ conveyed to the world is that light can overcome darkness, faith can conquer fear, and happiness can triumph over suffering.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/977111/let-us-build-sri-lanka-as-one-family-founded-on-brotherhood-and-peace/

[2026-04-03 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Northern Province yet to fully utilise aquaculture potential - Governor - DailyNews

Snippet: Northern Province, despite its strong geographical suitability for aquaculture activities including sea cucumber farming, has yet to fully utilise its potential, Northern Province Governor N. Vethanayahan said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/976940/northern-province-yet-to-fully-utilise-aquaculture-potential-governor/

[2026-04-03 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Myanmar honours countries, including SL for assisting post-earthquake - DailyNews

Snippet: During a ceremony held in Nay Pyi Taw, the administrative capital, the Myanmar Government honoured the countries, including Sri Lanka, which assisted in the aftermath of the earthquake which struck the country a year ago.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/976951/myanmar-honours-countries-including-sl-for-assisting-post-earthquake/

[2026-04-03 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Namal’s Krrish Lanka case fixed for April 23 - DailyNews

Snippet: A case filed against Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa in connection with alleged criminal misappropriation of Rs. 70 million through the Krrish deal, was yesterday fixed for April 23 by the Colombo High Court.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/lawnorder/977174/namals-krrish-lanka-case-fixed-for-april-23/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: How an Australian Sex Party candidate became One Nation's newest MP

Snippet: Topic:Government and Politics

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-03/one-nation-jason-virgo-australian-sex-party-sa/106516010

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: LankaPay launched cross border QR payment acceptance via Weixin Pay at LANKAQR merchants - DailyNews

Snippet: LankaPay, Sri Lanka’s National Payment Network, announced its partnership with Weixin Pay (popularly known as WeChat Pay) to enable cross border QR payment acceptance at LANKAQR merchants at a launch held on March 24, at NH Collection, Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976756/lankapay-launched-cross-border-qr-payment-acceptance-via-weixin-pay-at-lankaqr-merchants/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CEAT Kelani adjudged best-managed company in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: CEAT Kelani Holdings shared the overall Gold award for Best Management Practices and was honoured with four other significant accolades at the 2026 edition of the Best Management Practices Company Awards of the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka (CPM Sri Lanka), to be adjudged the country’s best-managed company.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976759/ceat-kelani-adjudged-best-managed-company-in-sri-lanka/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Pan Asia Bank wins ‘Gold’ for customer convenience at LankaPay Technnovation awards - DailyNews

Snippet: Pan Asia Bank was awarded Gold in the Customer Convenience category (Category C Banks) at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026, in recognition of achieving the highest growth in digital transactions in 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976762/pan-asia-bank-wins-gold-for-customer-convenience-at-lankapay-technnovation-awards/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Asia Asset Finance triumphs at BMPC Awards - DailyNews

Snippet: Asia Asset Finance PLC has once again reinforced its position as one of Sri Lanka’s most progressive and forward-looking financial institutions by securing major recognition at the Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026, organised by the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976795/asia-asset-finance-triumphs-at-bmpc-awards/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Daily News

Title: Royal–Trinity clash promises thrilling title decider - DailyNews

Snippet: Last year’s runners-up Trinity College Kandy will face a fierce and well-balanced Royal College Colombo outfit in what promises to be a thrilling final of the Dialog President’s Trophy Schools Under-19 Knockout Rugby Tournament at the Sugathadasa Stadium on Saturday (April 4) at 4 15 p.m.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/976816/royal-trinity-clash-promises-thrilling-title-decider/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Haroon Aslam seals first collegiate title with play off heroics in USA - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s amateur golfer Haroon Aslam produced a brilliant performance under pressure to secure his first intercollegiate victory at the Roadrunner Classic held on March 30 and 31 in the United States.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/976819/haroon-aslam-seals-first-collegiate-title-with-play-off-heroics-in-usa/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Nipun, Dilanka and Shehada top performers of Tier B three day tourney - DailyNews

Snippet: Nipun Dhananjaya of SSC and Navy SC’s Dilanka Auwardt won best batsman and best bowler awards while Army SC’s Shehada Zoyza was adjudged most valuable player of the recently concluded Tier B three day cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Cricket.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/976825/nipun-dilanka-and-shehada-top-performers-of-tier-b-three-day-tourney/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Veteran Table Tennis players felicitated - DailyNews

Snippet: The Silver Jubilee Anniversary of Veterans Table Tennis Association of Sri Lanka Nationals League and Knockout Tournament 2024/2025 Awards Ceremony was held under the patronage of the Minister of Economic Development Nishantha Jayaweera at Otters Aquatic Club recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/976828/veteran-table-tennis-players-felicitated/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Navy apprehends two suspects with 98 kgs of cardamom - DailyNews

Snippet: Two individuals with 98 kg of cardamom were apprehended by the Sri Lanka Navy in the seas of Kirimundalama in Kalpitiya.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/lawnorder/977142/navy-apprehends-two-suspects-with-98-kgs-of-cardamom/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘A celebration of community and entrepreneurship’ - DailyNews

Snippet: The Avurudu Pola organised by the UL Club, comprising former employees of AirLanka and SriLankan Airlines held on March 29 at the Victoria Masonic Hall, proved to be a resounding success. The event drew an impressive crowd and created a warm sense of nostalgia and camaraderie among those who attended.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/977165/a-celebration-of-community-and-entrepreneurship/

[2026-04-03 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Doctor summoned to CID to probe his complaint - DailyNews

Snippet: Specialist Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa, President of the Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights, said that he had been summoned to the Criminal Investigation Department’s Internet Crime Investigation Unit today (03) in connection with a complaint he had made.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/lawnorder/977181/doctor-summoned-to-cid-to-probe-his-complaint/

[2026-04-03 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sober SC, Kabaddi Champions - DailyNews

Snippet: Sober Sports Club Addalaichenai Under- 25 Boys Kabaddi Team won the Vision Beach Kabaddi Championship -2026 beating Kent Sports Club, Nintavur by 54 points to 33 in the final at the National Youth Services Council, (NYSC), Heyyantuwa recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/976846/sober-sc-kabaddi-champions/

[2026-04-03 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Devan Rajith Navodya reaches 1000 run mark - DailyNews

Snippet: Right handed wicket-keeper batsman Rajith Navodya of Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala completed the 1000 run mark for the season when he reached 119 runs against home town rivals St Anne’s College, Kurunegala in their all island inter school under 19 division I tier ‘B’ Cricket tournament quarter final match played at St Joseph’s College Ground, Darley Road on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/976822/devan-rajith-navodya-reaches-1000-run-mark/

[2026-04-03 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ComBank reinforce leadership with top honours at LankaPayTechnnovation Awards - DailyNews

Snippet: The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has reinforced its leadership in digital payments and financial technology innovation with a haul of six awards, comprising four Golds, a Silver and a Merit, at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976744/combank-reinforce-leadership-with-top-honours-at-lankapaytechnnovation-awards/

[2026-04-03 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: LB Finance clinches series of accolades at LankaPay Technnovation Awards - DailyNews

Snippet: LB Finance PLC, the nation’s cornerstone in multifaceted financial services, staged a commanding performance at the LankaPay Technnovation Awards 2026.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976780/lb-finance-clinches-series-of-accolades-at-lankapay-technnovation-awards/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Chevron Lanka exceeds LKR 4 Bn in earnings a first in 32-years - DailyNews

Snippet: Chevron Lubricants Lanka PLC (Chevron Lanka) (LLUB), a listed entity in the Colombo Securities Exchange (“CSE”), notched up record earnings in 2025, the highest ever in its 32-year history of operations in Sri Lanka. Earnings surpassed the LKR 4 billion milestone for the first time, on a topline of LKR 24.39 billion based on the fourth quarter 2025 interim financial statements released to the CSE.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976806/chevron-lanka-exceeds-lkr-4-bn-in-earnings-a-first-in-32-years/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Yasodara, Badulla and Kantale Central enter quarter finals - DailyNews

Snippet: Yasodara Vidyalaya Colombo, Badulla District Cricket team and Kantale Central College advanced to the quarter finals of the Under 19 Girl’s Division Two Inter Schools Cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association Yasodara Vidyalaya Colombo, Badulla District Cricket team and Kantale Central College recorded wins against Dharmaraja Maha Vidyalaya Veyangoda, Girl’s High School Kandy and Hemamali Girls College Kandy in the pre quarter finals.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/sports/976859/yasodara-badulla-and-kantale-central-enter-quarter-finals/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 02.04.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976873/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-02-04-2026/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 02/04/2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976876/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-02-04-2026/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Exchange Rates ( Date 02.04.2026 ) - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976867/exchange-rates-date-02-04-2026/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government’s primary strategy is to expand tax base - Nishantha Jayaweera - DailyNews

Snippet: Making a special statement on the occasion of the 94th Anniversary celebrations of the Inland Revenue Department (IRD), Deputy Minister of Economic Development Nishantha Jayaweera stated that the Government’s primary strategy is to expand the tax base by way of including all taxpayers to the tax net.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/business/976925/governments-primary-strategy-is-to-expand-tax-base-nishantha-jayaweera/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Ven. Dr. Boralesgamuwe Pemaratana Thera’s seven books to launch on Monday - DailyNews

Snippet: Seven academic books, authored by Viharadhikari, Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya Ven. Dr. Boralesgamuwe Pemaratana Thera, inclusive of his dissertation for his doctorate degree, ‘Buddhist greeting practices, offerings and rituals, on the basis of Dharma’ will be launched during a ceremony held at National Library and Documentation Services Board auditorium, Colombo 7 on Monday (6).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/976957/ven-dr-boralesgamuwe-pemaratana-theras-seven-books-to-launch-on-monday/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Daily News

Title: Beware of hot climatic conditions - Specialist - DailyNews

Snippet: Medical experts express concern over the current hot climatic conditions prevailing in the country and say during the day people should refrain from outdoor activities since the current heat conditions are bad for health.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/976960/beware-of-hot-climatic-conditions-specialist/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: A welcome step - DailyNews

Snippet: Cabinet has approved a draft Bill aimed at dismantling criminal gangs, drug trafficking networks and their financial bases, according to our front-page report of yesterday’s edition. The legislation is also aimed at closing legal loopholes and facilitating the forfeiture of assets acquired through illegal means, among other matters. The Legal Draftsman is to be instructed to prepare the new draft Bill on the prevention of organized crime in Sri Lanka, the report further adds.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/editorial/976954/a-welcome-step-24/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Cartoon of the day - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/cartoon/976983/cartoon-of-the-day-845/

[2026-04-03 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘Walk for Peace’ to begin on April 21 from Attanagalla - DailyNews

Snippet: Venerable monks from USA will participate Sacred Relics and the Bo sapling to be taken to US in May

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/03/local/977151/walk-for-peace-to-begin-on-april-21-from-attanagalla/