[2026-03-06 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Moves to promptly streamline motor insurance sector - DailyNews

Snippet: Chairman of the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) Dr. Ajith De Mel said that moves will be taken promptly to streamline the motor insurance sector since it has been identified that a considerable amount of vehicles are running on roads without having a proper insurance policy.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962090/moves-to-promptly-streamline-motor-insurance-sector/

[2026-03-06 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Tenancy bestows rights on State land? - DailyNews

Snippet: The judgment in Morgan Engineering (Pvt) Ltd. vs. L.H.M.B.B. Herath (SC APPEAL 214/12), delivered by Justice Sripavan, serves as a critical examination of the statutory limitations and the legislative intent behind the State Lands (Recovery of Possession) Act No. 7 of 1979. The central issue before the Supreme Court was whether the Court of Appeal erred in misinterpreting the Act to allow a “monthly tenancy” to serve as a defence against ejectment from State land.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/general-opinion/962244/tenancy-bestows-rights-on-state-land/

[2026-03-06 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: US takes the war against Iran to Indian Ocean - DailyNews

Snippet: Blatant disregard for international concerns shocks peace-loving world

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/features/962287/us-takes-the-war-against-iran-to-indian-ocean/

[2026-03-06 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Finn Allen powers Kiwis to the final with fastest century - DailyNews

Snippet: Opener Finn Allen produced one of the most explosive innings in white-ball cricket history to propel New Zealand into the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final with a commanding nine-wicket victory over South Africa in their semi-final at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/sports/962329/finn-allen-powers-kiwis-to-the-final-with-fastest-century/

[2026-03-06 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Iranian vessel to be moved to Trincomalee - President - DailyNews

Snippet: Crew transferred to Colombo Sri Lanka maintains neutrality

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/local/962503/iranian-vessel-to-be-moved-to-trincomalee-president/

[2026-03-06 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Diversifying energy sources, strengthening regional trade, vital - DailyNews

Snippet: The Ceylon National Chamber of Industries (CNCI) is calling for a shift towards a resilience-based economic model to ensure sustainable 4-5% GDP growth in 2026, transitioning from crisis management to long-term structural strengthening, CNCI Chairman Pradeep Kahawalage in an exclusive interview told Daily News Business.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/sports/962118/diversifying-energy-sources-strengthening-regional-trade-vital/

[2026-03-06 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Govt will do its utmost to uplift Cricket, says Sports Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: The Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sunil Kumara Gamage, stated that discussions are underway to uplift Sri Lanka Cricket and as the Government wanted to do that during this difficult period.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/sports/962323/govt-will-do-its-utmost-to-uplift-cricket-says-sports-minister/

[2026-03-06 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka sees BRICS as strategically appealing - PM - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka sees potential BRICS membership as strategically appealing, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya told RT India in an interview.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/local/962409/sri-lanka-sees-brics-as-strategically-appealing-pm/

[2026-03-06 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SEC publishes children’s storybook to create financial literacy - DailyNews

Snippet: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) published a children’s storybook titled “Madura’s Bamboo Flute Dream” in all three languages, aimed at promoting financial literacy among secondary school students. This initiative forms part of the SEC’s ongoing efforts to enhance financial literacy and encourage an entrepreneurial mindset among young learners.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962121/sec-publishes-childrens-storybook-to-create-financial-literacy/

[2026-03-06 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: MP Shanakiyan vows to expose Salley’s links with extremists - DailyNews

Snippet: With the arrest of former Chief of Intelligence Suresh Salley, details regarding the weapons he provided to the Islamic Center through the Eastern Provincial Intelligence Division and the weapons handed over in later periods will be submitted to the Public Security Ministry, Opposition MP Shanakiyan Rasamanickam told Parliament delivering a special statement yesterday (5).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/local/962393/mp-shanakiyan-vows-to-expose-salleys-links-with-extremists/

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

Source: ABC News

Title: Labor MP joins calls for Islamophobia to be added to royal commission

Snippet: Topic:Federal Government

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-06/labor-mp-joins-calls-for-islamophobia-royal-commission-bondi/106421442

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Minister gets safety assurances of Sri Lankans in six ME countries - DailyNews

Snippet: Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath stated that he has held discussions with several foreign ministers, including those of Iran and Israel, regarding the safety of Sri Lankan citizens working abroad and the rapidly evolving conflict situation in the Middle East. On his official X account (Twitter), he said that during his conversation with the Foreign Minister of Israel, discussions focused on the well-being of more than 29,000 Sri Lankans currently in Israel.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/local/962364/minister-gets-safety-assurances-of-sri-lankans-in-six-me-countries/

[2026-03-06 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Rehan’s unbeaten 102 leads Royal charge - DailyNews

Snippet: Royal College Colombo captain Rehan Peiris produced another impressive innings, scoring his second century of the season in the Under-19 Inter-Schools Two-Day Cricket Tournament conducted by the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with the sponsorship of Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/sports/962326/rehans-unbeaten-102-leads-royal-charge/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Govt. committed to Indian Ocean peace - Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government yesterday said that Sri Lanka is committed to promoting peace in the Indian Ocean while acting in accordance with international law when addressing developments taking place in the Indian ocean.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/local/962475/govt-committed-to-indian-ocean-peace-minister/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka one of the fastest-growing markets in region - Dasgupta - DailyNews

Snippet: To capitalize on Sri Lanka’s rapid digital transformation, HP Inc. is strategically prioritizing AI integration and SME support as its primary catalysts for future market growth.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962115/sri-lanka-one-of-the-fastest-growing-markets-in-region-dasgupta/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Where oil meets atrocity - DailyNews

Snippet: American and Israeli forces have struck civilian targets across Gaza over the past three years. More than 70,000 have been killed, among them over 1,000 children under one year old. Nearly 42,000 children have been injured and at least 21,000 left permanently disabled; thousands more are missing or presumed buried under rubble.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/general-opinion/962238/where-oil-meets-atrocity/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Salley named third suspect in Easter Sunday attacks - DailyNews

Snippet: The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) yesterday (5) informed court that retired Major General Tuan Suresh Salley who is currently being detained and questioned under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, has been named as the third suspect in the ongoing investigation into the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/breaking-news/962427/salley-named-third-suspect-in-easter-sunday-attacks/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: China waits and watches as the US fights all its tigers at once - DailyNews

Snippet: Far from freeing up resources to focus on China, Trump’s administration finds itself fighting fires on several fronts, sapping its resources

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/features/962261/china-waits-and-watches-as-the-us-fights-all-its-tigers-at-once/

[2026-03-06 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Polls close in Nepal's first election since deadly uprising forced out government

Snippet: Laxmi Maya Dhimal, 71, shows her ink-marked thumb — an anti-fraud mark given after casting a vote. (Reuters: Adnan Abidi)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-06/polls-close-in-nepals-first-election-since-deadly-uprising/106422232

[2026-03-06 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Iran has a strategy for defeating the US - DailyNews

Snippet: Tehran knows that dragging out the conflict is their only chance of convincing the White House to leave them alone

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/features/962264/iran-has-a-strategy-for-defeating-the-us/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: CEMS Global 15th Sri Lankan Edition of textile series of exhibitions begins - DailyNews

Snippet: The 15th Sri Lankan Edition of the Textile Series of Exhibitions officially opened yesterday at the Sri Lanka Exhibition & Convention Centre (SLECC), Colombo, marking another significant milestone in the country’s textile & apparel industry journey.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962098/cems-global-15th-sri-lankan-edition-of-textile-series-of-exhibitions-begins/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Clarify presence of second Iranian ship in SL waters - Sajith - DailyNews

Snippet: Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa urged the Government yesterday (5) to clarify reports that another Iranian vessel that has entered Sri Lankan waters.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/politics/962439/clarify-presence-of-second-iranian-ship-in-sl-waters-sajith/

[2026-03-06 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: US carried out attack ignoring India’s sensitivities - Former Foreign Secretary - DailyNews

Snippet: Former Indian Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal has said that the Iranian ship targeted by a US submarine attack off the coast of Sri Lanka would not have been in the region if it had not been invited to take part in India’s Milan Naval exercise.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/world/962424/us-carried-out-attack-ignoring-indias-sensitivities-former-foreign-secretary/

[2026-03-06 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Art in the in-between - DailyNews

Snippet: Perspectives and beliefshave always shaped history and society. You have to love perspectives because they make life so colorful and meaningful. Of course, you don’t need to feel compelled to agree or disagree with people who have different perspectives, but you need to understand that there needs to be PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/features/962203/art-in-the-in-between/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: FR petition filed over arrest, detention of Suresh Salley - DailyNews

Snippet: A Fundamental Rights petition has been filed before the Supreme Court challenging the legality of the arrest and detention of former Director of the State Intelligence Service, Suresh Salley, in connection with the Easter Sunday attacks. The petition was filed by a retired Sri Lanka Air Force officer who alleges that Salley’s arrest and continued detention under the Prevention of Terrorism Act are unlawful and in violation of his fundamental rights.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/lawnorder/962456/fr-petition-filed-over-arrest-detention-of-suresh-salley/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: SriLankan to operate additional London Flight on March 8 - DailyNews

Snippet: SriLankan Airlines will operate an additional flight between Colombo and London on March 8 to assist passengers affected by flight cancellations due to the situation in the Middle East,the company said in a press release.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/local/962472/srilankan-to-operate-additional-london-flight-on-march-8/

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

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: A Kurdish uprising in Iran is an uphill battle rife with strategic obstacles

Snippet: There is now a growing consensus that the US-Israeli coalition is supporting a Kurdish uprising in Iran.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/kurdish-uprising-iran-uphill-battle-rife-strategic-obstacles

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka’s path to growth must be rooted in resilience rather than mere recovery - CNCI - DailyNews

Snippet: The year 2026 stands as a pivotal crossroads for the Sri Lankan economy. With the Central Bank maintaining an accommodative monetary policy while eyeing a 5% inflation target, the industrial sector faces a complex balancing act of expansion and fiscal discipline. The Ceylon National Chamber of Industries (CNCI) has emerged as a leading voice in this transition, advocating for a shift from ‘managing crises’ to ‘managing solutions.’ From analyzing the impact of Budget 2026’s SME concessions to spearheading digital integration

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962078/sri-lankas-path-to-growth-must-be-rooted-in-resilience-rather-than-mere-recovery-cnci/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘Walk for Peace’ monks to arrive in SL on Bo sapling mission - DailyNews

Snippet: The Buddhist monks who embarked on the 2,300 mile pilgrimage from Texas to Washington DC will be travelling to Sri Lanka on a sacred mission in April this year.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/local/962171/walk-for-peace-monks-to-arrive-in-sl-on-bo-sapling-mission/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: PARLIAMENT - DailyNews

Snippet: Government is committed to regional security cooperation – Deputy Minister Aruna Jayasekara

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/politics/962345/parliament-96/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: CR-Havelocks Clifford Cup final should be a thriller - DailyNews

Snippet: Havelock Sports Club, fresh from a giant-killing performance against defending champions Kandy Sports Club, will confront traditional rivals and league champions CR & FC in the grand final of the Maliban Trophy Clifford Cup Knockout Rugby Tournament under floodlights at Longden Place on Saturday, March 7,at 6 p m in what promises to be a thrilling battle between two evenly matched sides.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/sports/961986/cr-havelocks-clifford-cup-final-should-be-a-thriller/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Junior Open Golf C’ship from today at NEGC - DailyNews

Snippet: The 17th edition of the Sri Lanka Junior Open Golf C’ship powered by its exclusive long time sponsor ‘Prima Sunrise’ bread will be worked off from today to March 8 at the picturesque Nuwara Eliya Golf Club (NEGC). This was revealed to the media at a press briefing held at Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/sports/961989/sri-lanka-junior-open-golf-cship-from-today-at-negc/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: St Aloysius and Holy Cross clash in Battle of the Dreams - DailyNews

Snippet: Holy Cross College Kalutara cricket team

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/sports/961963/st-aloysius-and-holy-cross-clash-in-battle-of-the-dreams/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Energy Efficiency is a National Priority for Development - Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya - DailyNews

Snippet: Enhancing energy efficiency is an essential factor in strengthening the country’s economy and that it is not merely about limiting consumption but about making a distinctive contribution to the national development process.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962020/energy-efficiency-is-a-national-priority-for-development-prime-minister-dr-harini-amarasuriya/

[2026-03-06 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: MullenLowe Sri Lanka’s consistency earns ‘Effie Agency of the Year’ - DailyNews

Snippet: MullenLowe Group, Sri Lanka’s largest Brand Communications Company, once again reinforces its authority in creative effectiveness by retaining its position as Effie Agency of the Year for 2025, marking its third consecutive win at the Effie Awards ceremony held recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962023/mullenlowe-sri-lankas-consistency-earns-effie-agency-of-the-year/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: LB CIM partners SLIIT to enable seamless digital fee payments for students - DailyNews

Snippet: In a significant step towards enhancing digital convenience in the education sector, LB CIM, the flagship digital payments platform powered by LB Finance PLC, has partnered with Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962029/lb-cim-partners-sliit-to-enable-seamless-digital-fee-payments-for-students/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Samsung Sri Lanka opens pre-orders for all-new Galaxy S26 Series - DailyNews

Snippet: Samsung Sri Lanka has opened pre-orders for the Galaxy S26 Series, introducing its most advanced AI-powered smartphones yet to customers across the island.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962017/samsung-sri-lanka-opens-pre-orders-for-all-new-galaxy-s26-series/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: PLC Divulapitiya branch conducts AutoEX vehicle sales exhibition - DailyNews

Snippet: The People’s Leasing Divulapitiya Branch conducted the PLC AutoEX vehicle sales exhibition from February 12-15, at the Divulapitiya weekly fair.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962048/plc-divulapitiya-branch-conducts-autoex-vehicle-sales-exhibition/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: EduFest 2026 premier study abroad Expo concludes - DailyNews

Snippet: The Students Visa hosted EduFest 2026, Sri Lanka’s Premier Study Abroad Expo, held at Hilton Colombo recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962051/edufest-2026-premier-study-abroad-expo-concludes/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: HelpAge opens free Elders' Day centre at Moratuwa - DailyNews

Snippet: HelpAge Sri Lanka (HASL) opened its second Elders’ Day Centre at Moratuwa for needy senior citizens who wish to spend their leisure time with other elders by engaging in various activities recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/local/962174/helpage-opens-free-elders-day-centre-at-moratuwa/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Kashifi SC champs - DailyNews

Snippet: Kashifi Sports Club cricket team, Nintavur beat Arabian Sports Club cricket team, Addalaichenai in the final to emerge champions and bagged the ‘Arabian Champion Trophy-2026’ in the nine-a-side limited overs cricket tournament conducted by Arabian Sports Club, Addalaichenai and sponsored by Dheen Hyper Market Pvt Ltd at the Ashraff Memorial grounds, Addalaichenai recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/sports/961969/kashifi-sc-champs/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Seylan Bank introduces online interest and part payment facility for gold loans and pawning - DailyNews

Snippet: Seylan Bank PLC has introduced an Online Interest and Part Payment Facility for Seylan Gold Loans and Pawning, allowing customers to conveniently settle interest expenses and make part expenditures digitally, anytime and anywhere.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962026/seylan-bank-introduces-online-interest-and-part-payment-facility-for-gold-loans-and-pawning/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Ajith Cooray heads Moratuwa Sports Club - DailyNews

Snippet: Former St. Sebastian’s cricketer and Moratuwa Sports Club captain, Ajith Cooray, was unanimously elected as President of the Moratuwa Sports Club (MSC) and its new leadership team for the 2026/27 term, following the Annual General Meeting held at the MSC premises recently

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/sports/961966/ajith-cooray-heads-moratuwa-sports-club/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 05.03.2026 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962081/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-05-03-2026/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 05/03/2026 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962084/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-05-03-2026/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Exchange Rates ( Date 05.03.2026 ) - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962087/exchange-rates-date-05-03-2026/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Oil prices climb as Strait of Hormuz disruption - DailyNews

Snippet: Global oil prices rose yesterday (5) amid escalating concerns over supply disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, which has severely affected energy shipments through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962159/oil-prices-climb-as-strait-of-hormuz-disruption/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: SriLankan Airlines to operate additional London flight on March 8 - DailyNews

Snippet: SriLankan Airlines will operate an additional flight between Colombo and London on 8 March 2026 to assist passengers affected by flight cancellations due to the situation in the Middle East.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962156/srilankan-airlines-to-operate-additional-london-flight-on-march-8/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Special SalamAir flight to arrive in Colombo - DailyNews

Snippet: SalamAir, a budget airline, is scheduled to operate a special flight to Colombo, providing additional connectivity between Sri Lanka and the Middle East.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/business/962153/special-salamair-flight-to-arrive-in-colombo/

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

Source: Daily News

Title: PUCSL report on nine controversial coal ships submitted to SOC - DailyNews

Snippet: The report prepared by the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) on nine controversial coal ships has been submitted to the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/06/local/962150/pucsl-report-on-nine-controversial-coal-ships-submitted-to-soc/