Topic: Politics — Neutral reports only
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[2026-03-05 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: With Iran’s supreme leader killed and retaliation unfolding, the US and Israel appear to be testing the durability of Iran. But Iran’s political system was designed to survive leadership loss and military pressure. What does Washington misunderstand about Tehran’s structure, and how far is Iran prepared to go? American President Trump framed the offensive as necessary to eliminate imminent threats from Iran and urged Iranians to rise up against their government.
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[2026-03-05 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In a rare consensus between the Government and the opposition at that time, the resolution was passed unanimously. However, when steps were taken to remove the SLC administration headed by Shammi Silva, the International Cricket Council (ICC) intervened and suspended Sri Lanka from the Council.
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[2026-03-05 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: England will face co-hosts India in the T20 World Cup semi-final today (5) at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, starting at 7.00 p.m.
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[2026-03-05 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Ceylinco Life has recorded its 22 nd consecutive year of market leadership in Sri Lanka’s life insurance industry, posting gross written premium income of Rs. 44.18 billion for the year ending December 31, 2025, achieving strong growth of 18.96 per cent.
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[2026-03-05 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Admitted to Karapitiya Hospital Ship sunk outside SL maritime area Navy rescue after distress call off Galle
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[2026-03-05 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Marco Jansen produced a scintillating unbeaten 55 off 30 balls to power South Africa to a competitive 169 for 8 in their T20 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand at Eden Gardens yesterday.
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[2026-03-05 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Labour Minister and Finance and Planning Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando told Parliament yesterday that an independent body, the Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority, will be established to license and supervise the previously under-regulated microfinance and moneylending sector, aiming to protect borrowers from exploitation and ensure financial stability.
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[2026-03-05 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The private bus service operating under the Sabaragamuwa Provincial Road Passenger Transport Authority will be integrated with digital technology in line with the Government’s digitalization move.
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[2026-03-05 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A decade ago, “identity card” in Sri Lanka meant a laminated card tucked behind a driving licence in the wallet, shown at a bank counter or Government desk. In early 2026, it is starting to look more like infrastructure that is a system sitting quietly behind daily life, opening doors to services, enabling payments, and (if things go wrong) creatin new forms of exclusion.
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[2026-03-05 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government has increased the limit for businesses to invest overseas from US$ 200,000 to 500,000 and personal account limits have been raised to US$ 25,000, Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe told Parliament.
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[2026-03-05 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Opener Hasini Perera struck a composed unbeaten 52 off 59 balls as Sri Lanka Women secured a comfortable nine-wicket victory over West Indies Women to clinch the three-match T20I series 2–0 at the National Cricket Stadium in St George’s, Grenada on Tuesday.
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[2026-03-05 06:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Snippet: DALLAS — Rep. Jasmine Crockett endorsed James Talarico Wednesday after conceding her loss to him in the Texas Senate Democratic primary — but the far-left firebrand told The New York Times she would not “make plans” to campaign for the state rep.
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[2026-03-05 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: To maintain stocks sufficient for three to four months Six new storage tanks being constructed in Kolonnawa In a bid to strengthen national energy security amid the volatile situation in the Middle East, the Government is prioritising large-scale investment in fuel storage facilities to maintain stocks sufficient for three to four months.
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[2026-03-05 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Department of Commerce, with the assistance of the Matara District Secretariat, successfully organized a Regional Awareness Seminar targeting Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) sector entrepreneurs in the Matara District.
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[2026-03-05 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Jaffna Public Library recently hosted a commemoration to mark the 130th birth anniversary of its pioneer, Kanagasabai Mudalithambiyar Chellappah (1896–1958). This event celebrated a chapter in the history of Jaffna’s libraries. It was organized jointly by Mayor Vivekanandaraja Madivadani and the library administration.
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[2026-03-05 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Wesley College, Colombo recorded a commanding 10-wicket victory over De Mazenod College, Kandana in their Under-19 Inter-Schools Two-Day Cricket Tournament fixture yesterday.
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[2026-03-05 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Al Jazeera
Snippet: Washington, DC – The United States Senate is expected to hold an initial vote on a resolution to rein in US President Donald Trump’s war with Iran, with top Democrat Chuck Schumer saying he fears “now more than ever” that the administration is planning to deploy boots on the ground.
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[2026-03-05 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Early morning light falls as Geraldine Julian Falck steps into Ridee Viharaya premises. The name translates as the Silver Temple, though it is better known to Sri Lankans and visitors alike simply as Ridee Vihara, set in the village of Rideegama.
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[2026-03-05 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: New York Post
Snippet: Fewer US women died around the time of childbirth in 2024, a government analysis shows, and provisional data suggests the trend may have continued last year.
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[2026-03-05 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: Jacob Kagi is the deputy news editor in Adelaide. He has also worked as a WA State Political Reporter and as a journalist in the Albany newsroom.
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[2026-03-05 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A discussion was held yesterday (04) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to examine the potential impact of the current war situation in the Middle East on Sri Lanka’s economy and to identify the urgent measures required to manage it effectively.
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[2026-03-05 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: INSEE Cement, one of Sri Lanka’s leading cement manufacturer and supplier and the only fully integrated cement plant in the country, announced the recommencement of limestone rail transportation from its Aruwakkalu quarry to the Puttalam plant following the restoration of the section of the railway line damaged by the recent Ditwah Cyclone.
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[2026-03-05 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Recognising Commercial Bank’s unwavering commitment to and strategic focus on building a sustainable future, the Bank has been named the Gold Award winner in the Banking Category and the Overall Runner-Up across all categories at the ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards 2025, in a significant endorsement of the Bank’s leadership in embedding sustainability into core banking strategy and operations.
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[2026-03-05 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Iran Embassy in Colombo on Tuesday announced that a book of condolence will remain opened at the Residence of the Ambassador at No. 222, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 7, from March 4 – 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. following the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [US midterm elections 2026] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: From Texas to North Carolina, incumbents fall as Democrats gain in Arkansas, signaling 2026 turbulence
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[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLICGL), Sri Lanka’s No. 1 general insurer and one of the country’s most trusted provider, has launched Adventure Plus, the first-of-its-kind personal accident cover designed exclusively for tourists visiting Sri Lanka, strengthening the tourism industry, and contributing to economic growth.
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[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: People’s Bank has partnered with the University of Vavuniya to introduce a fully digital payment and collection system, marking a significant step in advancing Sri Lanka’s digital economy by eliminating manual cash handling.
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[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Altair’s prominence on Colombo’s skyline is now mirrored at street level. A growing number of global automotive brands have strategically chosen to locate their flagship showrooms at Altair, drawn by its iconic architecture, prime positioning by Beira Lake and reputation as one of the city’s most prestigious addresses.
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[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Foxygen announced the launch of Ozone’s architectural hardware solutions in Sri Lanka as the exclusive distributor and channel partner, at the Architects Exhibition held at BMICH.
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[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Viren Botheju driving a Mitsubishi Evo 9 clocked 33.700 seconds and Sangeeth Suriyage riding a Yamaha YZ 450F clocked 36.270 seconds to be the fastest driver and rider at the 30th edition of the Southern Eliyakanda Hill Climb concluded on February 22. Viren’s timing of 33.700 seconds was the fastest timing of the day as well.
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[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Dian Gomes, one of the most influential figures in Sri Lankan sport over the past two decades, has been honoured with the prestigious SILK award for the Most Outstanding Personal Contribution to promote sports in Sri Lanka, recognising a lifetime of leadership that transformed boxing, introduced fencing and created opportunities for hundreds of athletes across the country.
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[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Samith Thalakiriyawa, an officer of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service, has been appointed as the Special Commissioner in charge of Diplomatic Affairs and Strategic Projects of the Sri Lanka Scout Association.
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[2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Colombo District SJB MP S.M. Marikkar stated in Parliament yesterday that not only retired Major General Suresh Sallay, but also former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa should be arrested if proven guilty of the Easter Sunday attacks.
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[2026-03-05 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Union Assurance has appointment Executive Officer Senath Jayatilake to its Board of Directors as an Executive Director, effective February 23. The appointment has been approved by the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka.
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[2026-03-05 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: WindForce PLC announced the appointment of Sanjay Kulatunga as an Independent, Non-Executive Director to its Board with effect from March 3, following the resignation of Dilshan Hettiaratchi.
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[2026-03-05 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Women’s overall winners: From left: Dinesha Dilrukshi (Air Force – second place), Anne Shenali Perera (winner – The Friends Cycle Club) and Sudharika Priyadharshana (third place -Speed Star Cycle Club)
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[2026-03-05 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Polgasowita Night Riders team emerged overall champions of the Trans Express Cricket Fiesta conducted by the Trans Express organization for the sixth time at the Thurstan College grounds recently.
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[2026-03-05 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: As part of the Health Ministry’s premises registration programme, ‘Grade A’ registration certificates were issued to three hotel establishments in Akuressa town that are maintained at an exceptionally high standard on Tuesday (3).
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[2026-03-05 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: eChannelling PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s pioneering digital healthcare platform and a fully owned subsidiary of Mobitel (Pvt) Ltd. has been honoured with the Silver Award in the Telecommunication and Digital Platform Companies category at the TAGS Awards 2025, organised by CA Sri Lanka, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.
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[2026-03-05 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Former Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala cricketer Jaliya Munasinghe has been re-elected as the President of the Association of Cricket Umpires in Sri Lanka (Central Province) in their 24th Annual General Meeting held at Kandy recently. The association was formed in April, 2002 and completes 24 years of service this year.
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: DFCC Bank PLC (DFCC Bank) has completed the supplementary international listing of Sri Lanka’s first-ever Blue Bond on the NSE International Exchange (NSEIX) at GIFT City, India, becoming the first Blue Bond from Sri Lanka to be listed internationally and the first Blue Bond to be admitted on NSEIX.
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka Volleyball Federation will conduct section trials to form the pools for the forthcoming CAVA mens’ and women’s Volleyball Championships. The 2026 CAVA women’s championship will be held in Nepal from May 22 to 29 and the Sri Lanka women’s pool selection will be held on March 17 and 18 from 9.00am to 4.00pm on both days at the Wathupitiwala Indoor Stadium.
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Players and officials ran from the court at an ATP Challenger event in the United Arab Emirates when an Iranian drone attack led to a fire breaking out at an oil terminal located about 10km away.
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Vignettes of the event
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Inland Revenue Department has announced that under the provisions of the Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act, 2026, a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) certificate will become a mandatory requirement for several key services and transactions in the country from April 1.
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Following yesterday’s 1,291 points plunge in the market, triggered by the outbreak of the Iran–Israel conflict that led to panic selling and a temporary trading halt, the Colombo Bourse recorded modest gains yesterday,
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government is undertaking a significant effort to lead the country towards a new transformative era, and that the guidance, advice, and support of members of the Maha Sangha and religious leaders, who carry out extensive social service for the people, are of immense importance to this endeavour.
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Suranjith Wevita, a member of the Special Presidential Task Force for the Development of the Tourism Industry, said that under the current Tourism Act, there is no possibility of punishing individuals who come to this country on tourist visas and engage in tourist guiding activities, except for deporting them, and that taking all these factors into consideration, steps are being taken to include a number of new amendments.
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[2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A meeting to review the measures currently in place to ensure the safety and welfare of the tourists and Sri Lankan migrant workers, as well as the next steps to be taken in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, was held at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday.
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