[2026-01-23 15:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Bay One Residences Colombo launched as first residential project in Port City - DailyNews

Snippet: Bay One Residences Colombo was launched yesterday (22) as the first residential development in the Colombo Port City special economic zone. Developed by ICC Port City (Pvt) Ltd and backed by ICC’s 45-year legacy in engineering and construction, the project sets a new benchmark for residential development within Sri Lanka’s most ambitious urban precinct.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/breaking-news/938761/bay-one-residences-colombo-launched-as-first-residential-project-in-port-city/

[2026-01-23 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: EDB hosts orientation for newly appointed heads of mission - DailyNews

Snippet: The Export Development Board (EDB) of Sri Lanka hosted an orientation programme on January16, 2026 for the newly appointed Heads of Sri Lanka Missions overseas, aimed at strengthening collaboration in promoting the country’s exports.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/business/938517/edb-hosts-orientation-for-newly-appointed-heads-of-mission/

[2026-01-23 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Home Lands rewards high performers with new vehicles - DailyNews

Snippet: Home Lands, one of Sri Lanka’s number one real estate developer, has always believed that its greatest strength lies in its people.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/business/938297/home-lands-rewards-high-performers-with-new-vehicles/

[2026-01-23 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: PARLIAMENT - DailyNews

Snippet: ‘Our education reforms aim at ensuring holistic development of the child’

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/politics/938595/parliament-89/

[2026-01-22 20:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Construction worker falls, pierces buttock on rebar at Hong Kong government site

Snippet: Labour authorities investigating after police receive report on Thursday morning of accident at Tung Chung site under Housing Department

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340846/construction-worker-falls-pierces-buttock-rebar-hong-kong-government-site

[2026-01-22 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong tests student housing land sales amid slumping office demand

Snippet: Government invites interest in three sites for student hostels, signalling a shift from office sites to education-focused development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3340776/hong-kong-tests-student-housing-land-sales-office-market-slowdown-curbs-tenders

[2026-01-22 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘Provide speedy relief to those affected by Cyclone Ditwah’ - DailyNews

Snippet: Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa told Parliament yesterday that promises made to the people affected by Cyclone Ditwah should be implemented quickly. Provision of relief and housing following Cyclone Ditwah have faced significant criticism for being slow and disorganised, leaving many displaced without essential support, he said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/22/breaking-news/937987/provide-speedy-relief-to-those-affected-by-cyclone-ditwah/

[2026-01-22 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government has so far paid Rs. 200,000 to 1,395 cyclone hit industrialists - Deputy Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe told Parliament yesterday that the Government has identified nearly 6,370 industrialists nationwide who suffered full or partial damage due to the Ditwah cyclone and qualified to obtain a one-time financial grant of Rs. 200,000 per industrial unit as an initial stabilisation measure to revive affected businesses.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/22/local/938009/government-has-so-far-paid-rs-200000-to-1395-cyclone-hit-industrialists-deputy-minister/

[2026-01-22 01:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Govt. launches biggest disaster recovery financing program ever in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: The government has launched one of the biggest disaster recovery financing programs ever in Sri Lanka, Deputy Minister of Industries and Entrepreneur development Chathuranga Abeysinghe said participating in an exclusive interview with Daily News Business.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/business/937874/govt-launches-biggest-disaster-recovery-financing-program-ever-in-sri-lanka-2/

[2026-01-21 19:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Mobile drug testing introduced for Bus drivers to curb road accidents - DailyNews

Snippet: In a major step forward for road safety, the Ministry of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development has launched a mobile medical laboratory service on buses to detect drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The initiative is part of the National Road Safety Programme.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937536/mobile-drug-testing-introduced-for-bus-drivers-to-curb-road-accidents/

[2026-01-21 16:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong authorities could vet construction firm directors to tighten oversight

Snippet: Development chief says government could extend checks beyond project’s authorised person to help plug loopholes after Tai Po fire

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340652/hong-kong-authorities-may-vet-construction-firm-directors-strengthen-oversight

[2026-01-21 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Harbour BioMed stake in US drug developer shows Chinese firms’ growing clout

Snippet: Latest example of Chinese drug maker acquiring equity in overseas partner shows they are becoming true development partners, analysts say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3340489/harbour-biomed-stake-us-drug-firm-spruce-shows-chinese-firms-growing-clout-analysts-say

[2026-01-21 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Year of the Horse 2026 predictions for Dragons, from career to romance

Snippet: The Year of the Fire Horse will bring Dragons good luck in terms of career development, but the outlook for romance and health isn’t so rosy

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/chinese-culture/article/3340417/year-horse-2026-predictions-dragons-their-lucky-colour-careers-and-love

[2026-01-21 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Import tax a measure to control foreign exchange outflow - Deputy Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government has imposed a 3% tax on vehicle importers to control the outflow of foreign exchange from the country, Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera informed Parliament yesterday (20).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/local/937340/import-tax-a-measure-to-control-foreign-exchange-outflow-deputy-minister/

[2026-01-21 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka moves to align organic agriculture with global standards - DailyNews

Snippet: Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Chathuranga Abeysinghe said that Sri Lanka is taking decisive steps to strengthen its organic agricultural export sector by aligning national standards with international regulations especially to boost export agriculture sector.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/business/937259/sri-lanka-moves-to-align-organic-agriculture-with-global-standards/

[2026-01-21 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 14th National Party Congress opens, setting Viet Nam’s long-term national goals - DailyNews

Snippet: The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam opened in Ha Noi on Tuesday with a solemn ceremony that brought together national leaders, former senior officials and 1,586 delegates to chart the country’s development direction for the coming decades.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/21/world/937067/14th-national-party-congress-opens-setting-viet-nams-long-term-national-goals/

[2026-01-21 02:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Bonn statt New York: UN-Entwicklungsprogramm verlegt Stellen

Snippet: Auf den ersten Blick ist es nur eine administrative Entscheidung innerhalb des komplexen Geflechts der UN-Organisationen. Aber wenn das Entwicklungsprogramm der Vereinten Nationen (englisch "United Nations Development Programme", kurz UNDP) jetzt ankündigt, dass rund 300 Stellen von New York an den Standort Bonn verlegt werden, hat das auch eine politische Dimension.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/de/von-new-york-nach-bonn-un-entwicklungsprogramm-verlegt-300-stellen/a-75576919

[2026-01-20 23:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong promotes ‘responsible and sustainable’ digital asset regime at Davos

Snippet: Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po says finance and technology are ‘mutually reinforcing’ but balanced approach needed to support development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3340594/hong-kong-promotes-responsible-and-sustainable-digital-asset-regime-davos

[2026-01-20 22:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong earmarks Kai Tak site among 3 plots for private student hostel projects

Snippet: Sha Tin and Tung Chung sites also among those the government will open for interest to develop into private student hostels to ease housing pressure

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340582/hong-kong-earmarks-kai-tak-site-among-3-plots-private-student-hostel-projects

[2026-01-20 22:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Paranthan Chemicals main plant set to reopen tomorrow - DailyNews

Snippet: Paranthan Chemicals Ltd. is set to take a major step toward revival as the foundation stone-laying ceremony for its main manufacturing plant is scheduled for 21 January 2026 in Paranthan, Kilinochchi District. The event will be held under the patronage of Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunnetti and Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/local/936907/paranthan-chemicals-main-plant-set-to-reopen-tomorrow/

[2026-01-20 20:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Stalled Obesekarapura housing project to resume under new contractor - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the awarding of a contract to Maga Engineering (Pvt) Ltd to complete the construction of 300 housing units at Arunodaya Mawatha, Obeysekarapura in Rajagiriya.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/local/936886/stalled-obesekarapura-housing-project-to-resume-under-new-contractor/

[2026-01-20 20:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government to resume Kivul Oya Reservoir project - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the resumption of the Kiwul Oya Reservoir Development Project, a major irrigation initiative aimed at addressing severe water shortages in the Vavuniya and Mullaitivu districts.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/local/936845/government-to-resume-kivul-oya-reservoir-project/

[2026-01-20 18:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Lanka Ride champion Saranga Perera receives warm welcome from his hometown Gampaha - DailyNews

Snippet: Saranga Perera, the fastest cyclist and overall champion of the inaugural Lanka Ride cycling race, received a warm welcome in his hometown, Gampaha following his victory. The three-day race, organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports under the guidance of Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage, was supported by the Department of Sports Development, Lake House Organizations, and various media partners.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/local/936807/saranga-perera-receives-warm-welcome-in-hometown-after-winning-lanka-ride-best-sprinter-title/

[2026-01-20 17:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Kena Sanksi UE, Junta Myanmar Cari Legitimasi Lewat Pemilu

Snippet: Pemilu Myanmar putaran ketiga dijadwalkan berlangsung pada Minggu (25/01) mendatang. Partai Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) yang didukung junta diperkirakan akan mendominasi sisa pemungutan suara tahap terakhir tersebut.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/id/kena-sanksi-ue-junta-myanmar-cari-legitimasi-lewat-pemilu/a-75573076

[2026-01-20 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Hong Kong must tackle the ‘demoralising impact’ of unaffordable housing

Snippet: With a new study underlining how much harder it has become for young people to afford a flat in the private market, the search for solutions should be stepped up

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3340375/hong-kong-must-tackle-demoralising-impact-unaffordable-housing

[2026-01-20 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Reaching true reconciliation in Jaffna - DailyNews

Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s recent visits to Jaffna, coinciding with the Thai Pongal celebrations mark a crucial moment in the Governments’ effort at reconciliation and development of the Northern Province. His remarks at several functions in Jaffna moved between post-war healing, national unity and most controversially, the politics of religion.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/features/936548/reaching-true-reconciliation-in-jaffna/

[2026-01-20 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sampath Bank launches ‘Women Entrepreneurs Pitch for Growth’ under ‘Sampath Saviya’ Programme - DailyNews

Snippet: Sampath Bank PLC continues to further its role as a catalyst for inclusive economic growth with the ‘200 Women Startups Development Programme’, which was launched under its flagship Sampath Saviya Entrepreneurship Development Programme.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/20/business/936291/sampath-bank-launches-women-entrepreneurs-pitch-for-growth-under-sampath-saviya-programme/

[2026-01-20 04:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Helpless’: Hong Kong subdivided flat tenants seek aid as eviction looms

Snippet: Housing Bureau says it is in contact with 109 households in Cheung Sha Wan’s Yee Wa Building, with many tenants needing transitional homes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340474/hong-kong-authorities-very-concerned-dozens-face-eviction-subdivided-flats

[2026-01-19 23:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong Housing Authority members urge clarity on Tai Po rental site swap

Snippet: Committee members seek explanation as housing secretary says site is ‘good choice’ for resettling residents of fire-hit Wang Fuk Court

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340458/hong-kong-housing-authority-members-urge-clarity-tai-po-rental-site-swap

[2026-01-19 18:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Baladaksha Mawatha flyover inaugurated to ease Colombo traffic congestion - DailyNews

Snippet: Minister of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development and Leader of the House of Parliament, Bimal Ratnayake, emphasized the need to overcome economic crimes and corruption while promoting development, during the inauguration of the Baladaksha Mawatha Flyover today (19).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/local/936162/baladaksha-mawatha-flyover-inaugurated-to-ease-colombo-traffic-congestion/

[2026-01-19 16:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Spotlighting Sri Lanka’s Rising Real Estate Champions - DailyNews

Snippet: At this year’s PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Sri Lanka), Home Lands Group reaffirmed its position as one of the country’s most forward-thinking real estate leaders, securing top honours across development, design, and investment categories. When taken as a whole, these wins show a portfolio characterized not only by scale and ambition but also by cleverly implemented ideas that improve residential living and unleash long-term value for both investors and communities.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/business/936111/spotlighting-sri-lankas-rising-real-estate-champions/

[2026-01-19 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | Chow Tai Fook’s Henry Cheng reveals Hong Kong empire’s investment philosophy

Snippet: In a rare media interaction, the chairman of New World Development’s parent company talks about his family’s unusual investment playbook

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/companies/article/3340314/chow-tai-fooks-henry-cheng-reveals-hong-kong-empires-win-win-investment-philosophy

[2026-01-19 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Amendment to Cooperative Act in offing to streamline cooperative mechanism - DailyNews

Snippet: Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Wasantha Samarasinghe said that the Cooperative Act will be amended to streamline the cooperative mechanism.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/business/935637/amendment-to-cooperative-act-in-offing-to-streamline-cooperative-mechanism/

[2026-01-19 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Rs. 4,853 Bn tax revenue target set for 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: Economic Development Deputy Minister Nishantha Jayaweera stated that the Government has set a tax revenue target of Rs.4,853 billion for this year (2026) for the three main revenue-collecting institutions.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/breaking-news/935951/rs-4853-bn-tax-revenue-target-set-for-2026/

[2026-01-19 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: “Lanka Ride 2026” ends tour in Colombo - DailyNews

Snippet: Riders passing in front of Lake House in Colombo yesterday heading towards the final destination, the Independence Square during the final day of the inaugural “Lanka Ride 2026” national cycling tour, organised by the Youth Affairs and Sports Ministry in collaboration with The Associated Newspapers of Ceylon Limited (Lake House), the Sports Development Department and the Cycling Referees’ Association.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/local/936012/lanka-ride-2026-ends-tour-in-colombo/

[2026-01-19 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Why thoughtful education reform is vital for future - DailyNews

Snippet: Education lies at the heart of national development. It fuels economic growth, strengthens social unity, and supports good governance by developing a skilled and informed population. A strong education system boosts productivity, reduces poverty, improves health, fosters innovation, and empowers citizens overall.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/19/features/935802/why-thoughtful-education-reform-is-vital-for-future/

[2026-01-18 21:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: LANKA RIDE cycling tour concludes - DailyNews

Snippet: The Lanka Ride cycling race, organized by the Department of Sports Development with media sponsorship from Lake House and under the guidance of Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage, concluded today (18) near Independence Square in Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/18/breaking-news/935573/lanka-ride-cycling-tour-concludes/

[2026-01-18 12:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Lanka Ride enters final day, concluding at Independence Square - DailyNews

Snippet: The final stage of the Lanka Ride national cycling tour, organized by the Department of Sports Development under the guidance of Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage, takes place today, with Lake House serving as the official media sponsor.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/18/breaking-news/935525/lanka-ride-enters-final-day-concluding-at-independence-square/

[2026-01-17 15:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: oceans

Snippet: Philippine News Rappler Talk: What the world can learn from Philippine seas Global Affairs UN biodiversity treaty enters into force, aims to protect 30% of oceans by 2030 Jan 17, 2026 12:13 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Thought Leaders [Vantage Point] BPI’s blue bonds: Saving our seas or rebranding an old development gap?

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/oceans/

[2026-01-17 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Editorial | Greater Bay Area collaboration can help Hong Kong rise to challenges ahead

Snippet: The Post’s China Conference highlighted opportunities for the city in harnessing AI and strengthening cross-border data transfer security within the development zone

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3340148/greater-bay-area-collaboration-can-help-hong-kong-rise-challenges-ahead

[2026-01-17 02:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Contractors’ botches lead to bans on bidding for Hong Kong public projects

Snippet: Measures follow government probe into problems at three light public housing sites in Siu Lam, Tuen Mun and Chai Wan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3340227/contractors-botches-lead-bans-bidding-hong-kong-public-projects

[2026-01-17 00:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong bolsters tech hub ambitions as city hosts global AI summit

Snippet: Hong Kong’s turn to host a summit under WAIC reflects Beijing’s confidence in the city’s strategic development goals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3340211/hong-kongs-pivot-hi-tech-development-gets-boost-city-hosts-global-ai-summit

[2026-01-16 21:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: JAT ‘Pintharu Abhiman’ expands nationwide footprint with 3rd edition of workshops - DailyNews

Snippet: JAT Holdings PLC marked another important milestone in its long-term commitment to uplifting Sri Lanka’s painter community, as the 3rd edition of its flagship development initiative, JAT ‘Pintharu Abhiman’ concluded with the eighth and final workshop held in Colombo, reinforcing JAT’s sustained investment in professionalising and empowering the painter ecosystem.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/business/934436/jat-pintharu-abhiman-expands-nationwide-footprint-with-3rd-edition-of-workshops/

[2026-01-16 16:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Lanka Ride cycling tour passes through Warakapola - DailyNews

Snippet: The Lanka Ride bicycle tour, organized by the Sports Development Department under the guidance of Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage and with media sponsorship from Lake House Institute, passed through Warakapola today.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/breaking-news/935005/lanka-ride-cycling-tour-passes-through-warakapola/

[2026-01-16 15:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: President to launch National Housing Programme 2026 in Jaffna - DailyNews

Snippet: The inaugural ceremony of the National Housing Programme 2026 will commence this morning (January 16) in Meesalai, Chavakachcheri, Jaffna, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/local/934976/president-to-launch-national-housing-programme-2026-in-jaffna/

[2026-01-16 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Too few Chinese finish secondary school to sustain growth

Snippet: To shift to a new growth model, China must redirect its focus from skyscrapers and infrastructure to raising educational attainment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3339187/why-chinas-next-development-priority-must-be-secondary-education

[2026-01-16 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: UNDP calls for inclusive access to recovery financing - DailyNews

Snippet: A United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) assessment on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka on Wednesday highlighted the need for continued support to restore infrastructure and livelihoods, particularly for informal workers and small businesses.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/local/934812/undp-calls-for-inclusive-access-to-recovery-financing/

[2026-01-16 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: INFRACON 2026 to drive future of Infrastructure & Construction Development in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: The Infrastructure & Construction Exhibition 2026 a premier industry event dedicated to the nation’s infrastructure and construction sectors will take place from July 3-5, 2026, at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Center (SBMEC), Colombo. Organized by Lanka Exhibitions and Conference Services (Pvt.) Ltd and Savor International Limited from Bangladesh.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/business/934520/infracon-2026-to-drive-future-of-infrastructure-construction-development-in-sri-lanka/

[2026-01-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: UNDP commends Govt’s plans - DailyNews

Snippet: Nearly all communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka suffered damage to homes, roads and other critical infrastructure, according to a new United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) assessment released on Wednesday, underscoring the scale of recovery needs and the urgency of accessible financing for the most vulnerable. The qualitative assessment, based on key informant interviews with 510 local officials, business leaders, and community representatives across 85 divisional secretariat divisions in the 22 most affected districts, found that 95% of

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/business/934546/undp-commends-govts-plans/

[2026-01-16 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Key objective of ‘Prajashakthi’ is build a wholly resilient human community – Min. Dr. Upali Pannilage - DailyNews

Snippet: Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment Dr. Upali Pannilage said that the primary objective of the ‘Prajashakthi’ National Movement is not merely to economically empower the people, but also to strengthen education and health, thereby building a developed and resilient human community.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/16/local/934742/key-objective-of-prajashakthi-is-build-a-wholly-resilient-human-community-min-dr-upali-pannilage/