[2026-01-16 03:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Germany: The harsh reality of cutting development aid

Snippet: Germany's Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) will have just over €10 billion ($11,6 billion) at its disposal in 2026, down from almost €14 billion four years ago.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/germany-the-harsh-reality-of-cutting-development-aid/a-75516453

[2026-01-16 03:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Landslide risk prompts immediate evacuation of 18 Houses in Ambuluwawa - DailyNews

Snippet: The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has advised the immediate evacuation of residents from 18 houses after identifying several areas along the slopes of Ambuluwawa Mountain as high-risk zones for landslides. NBRO has further recommended that these areas be declared landslide-sensitive zones, free from construction and development activities, and preserved to minimize future disaster risks.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/local/934932/nbro-calls-for-immediate-evacuation-of-18-houses-in-ambuluwawa/

[2026-01-15 19:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong authorities halt use of elevating platform at site after worker death

Snippet: Labour Department suspends use of such platforms at Victoria Blossom housing project in Kai Tak after worker got trapped between device and wall

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3340002/hong-kong-authorities-halt-use-elevating-platform-work-site-after-worker-death

[2026-01-15 16:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Thai PM moves to strip scandal-hit firm of contracts after second deadly accident

Snippet: Amid public anger, PM Anutin issued an order to end two contracts and blacklist Italian-Thai Development after two crane disasters killed 34 people

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3339966/2-killed-thai-crane-collapse-just-day-after-another-kills-32-train-passengers

[2026-01-15 14:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: UNDP confirms widespread economic fallout from Cyclone Ditwah, calls for inclusive access to recovery financing - 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.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/local/934316/undp-confirms-widespread-economic-fallout-from-cyclone-ditwah-calls-for-inclusive-access-to-recovery-financing/

[2026-01-15 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Milk powder prices reduced from tomorrow - DailyNews

Snippet: The price of imported milk powder will be reduced from tomorrow (16), following an agreement reached between milk powder importers and the Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Ministry.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/local/934177/milk-powder-prices-reduced-from-tomorrow/

[2026-01-15 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Awareness programme for WP community development councils held - DailyNews

Snippet: The national ‘Prajashakthi’ movement launched by the Government to eradicate poverty and ensure economic justice through social empowerment is now being implemented successfully across all districts of the country. In this context, an awareness programme on the Prajashakthi national movement for community development representatives of the Western Province (WP) – Colombo, Gampaha and Kalutara districts – was held on Tuesday (13) at Temple Trees.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/local/934003/awareness-programme-for-wp-community-development-councils-held/

[2026-01-15 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: A positive development - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet has decided to divest all remaining underutilised Plantation Ministry lands and properties coming under the Plantation and Community Infrastructure Ministry to suitable investors, according to a news item we published yesterday. The decision follows Cabinet approval granted on June 02, 2025, under which action is currently being undertaken to dispose of underutilised lands and properties identified in Stage One of the Sri Lanka State Plantation Corporation, the Janatha State Development Board and the Elkaduwa Plantation Company.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/15/editorial/934073/a-positive-development-14/

[2026-01-15 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why mortgage subsidies could be key to getting China’s consumers spending

Snippet: Beijing is striving to boost household spending amid an economic slowdown. But first it needs to stabilise the housing market, scholars say

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3339874/why-mortgage-subsidies-could-be-key-getting-chinas-consumers-spending

[2026-01-15 00:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: Daily News

Title: Imported Milk Powder prices reduced - DailyNews

Snippet: Milk powder importers have announced a reduction in prices starting January 16, the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development confirmed today.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/local/933799/imported-milk-powder-prices-reduced/

[2026-01-14 22:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: 73% of Hong Kong, Greater Bay Area firms ramping up expansion into Asean: survey

Snippet: Survey by Hong Kong Trade Development Council and United Overseas Bank also shows 98 per cent of companies plan to keep or expand Asean operations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3339898/73-hong-kong-greater-bay-area-firms-speeding-expansion-asean-survey

[2026-01-14 21:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Vocational Training must evolve to meet job market needs - Min Pannila - DailyNews

Snippet: The Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment, Professor Upali Pannila, has emphasized the need to align vocational training courses with current job market demands.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/local/933669/vocational-training-must-evolve-to-meet-job-market-needs-min-pannila/

[2026-01-14 21:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Special advisory issued for expressway drivers - DailyNews

Snippet: The Road Development Authority (RDA) has urged motorists to exercise heightened caution while travelling on expressways due to heavy fog conditions prevailing in several areas.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/local/933662/special-advisory-issued-for-expressway-drivers/

[2026-01-14 17:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Burning mugwort linked to flat fire that killed elderly Hong Kong man

Snippet: Firefighters say 78-year-old victim had a habit of burning mugwort

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339839/elderly-man-dies-fire-hong-kong-public-housing-estate

[2026-01-14 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Australian HC calls on Northern Governor - DailyNews

Snippet: Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Matthew Duckworth called on Northern Province Governor N. Vedanayahan at the Governor’s Secretariat in Jaffna on Monday (12), where discussions centred on security cooperation, regional development and youth issues.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/local/933189/australian-hc-calls-on-northern-governor/

[2026-01-14 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CDS, NDB Bank partner to provide streamlined digital dividends pay-out system - DailyNews

Snippet: The Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Limited (CDS), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and National Development Bank PLC (NDB) have partnered to increase the efficiency of dividend disbursement systems for companies listed on the CSE through the provision of a streamlined dividends pay-out system.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/business/933018/cds-ndb-bank-partner-to-provide-streamlined-digital-dividends-pay-out-system/

[2026-01-14 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Amana Bank opens first Self Banking Centre in Thambala, Polonnaruwa district - DailyNews

Snippet: Amana Bank has further expanded its people-friendly and development-focused banking footprint with the opening of its 41st Self Banking Centre (SBC) in Thambala, located in the Polonnaruwa District, marking its presence as the first private bank in Thambala and serving the surrounding agricultural and trading community.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/business/933026/amana-bank-opens-first-self-banking-centre-in-thambala-polonnaruwa-district/

[2026-01-14 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Expo Commodities and STAY Naturals honoured at Presidential Export Awards 2024/25 - DailyNews

Snippet: Expo Commodities (Pvt) Ltd, together with its member company STAY Naturals (Pvt) Ltd, has been recognised with Merit Awards at the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) Presidential Export Awards 2024/25.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/14/business/932998/expo-commodities-and-stay-naturals-honoured-at-presidential-export-awards-2024-25/

[2026-01-13 21:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Gadgets

Snippet: Google will begin new product introductions for its Pixel, Pixel Pro, and Pixel Fold phones in Vietnam, with development of the lower-end Pixel A series remaining in China for now, Nikkei Asia says

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/technology/gadgets/

[2026-01-13 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: DeepSeek founder’s latest paper proposes new model training to bypass GPU limits

Snippet: The development underscores the start-up’s focus on maximising cost efficiency amid a deficit in computational power relative to the US

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3339740/deepseek-founders-latest-paper-proposes-new-ai-model-training-bypass-gpu-limits

[2026-01-13 17:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s SHKP secures HK$1.4 billion land deal in Northern Metropolis

Snippet: Property giant says site could yield over 1.2 million sq ft of floor area and 2,700 flats, making it one of the biggest housing projects in the area

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3339708/hong-kongs-shkp-secures-hk14-billion-land-deal-northern-metropolis

[2026-01-13 17:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 94,041 tourists visit Sri Lanka in first 11 days of January 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka welcomed 94,041 tourists between January 1 and 11, 2026, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/local/932877/94041-tourists-visit-sri-lanka-in-first-11-days-of-january-2026/

[2026-01-13 17:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indonesia’s Prabowo quells US$32 billion capital doubts with first stay at site

Snippet: The government said Prabowo’s visit showed his ‘commitment to ensuring the development in the area proceeds according to plan’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3339706/indonesias-prabowo-quells-us32-billion-capital-doubts-first-nusantara-stay

[2026-01-13 16:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Novartis, SciNeuro deal offers hope for 55 million suffering from Alzheimer’s

Snippet: SciNeuro’s anti-amyloid programme is one of the firm’s key strategic research and development priorities to target the brain disease

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3339691/chinas-scineuro-novartis-sign-us17-billion-licensing-deal-develop-alzheimers-drugs

[2026-01-13 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Expo 2026 more than a trade exhibition -EDB Chief - DailyNews

Snippet: Chairman and CEO of the Export Development Board (EDB) Mangala Wijesinghe said the Sri Lanka Expo 2026 is more than a trade exhibition since it is a national platform for exports, innovation and partnership, bringing together exporters, investors, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and partners from across sectors.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/business/932379/sri-lanka-expo-2026-more-than-a-trade-exhibition-edb-chief/

[2026-01-13 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India launches restoration of Northern railway line - DailyNews

Snippet: High Commissioner of India Santosh Jha, and Bimal Rathnayake, Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development, jointly launched the restoration works of Sri Lanka’s Northern Railway Line under an Indian grant of US$ 5 million. The event was also attended by Namal Karunaratne, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Tissa Kumarasiri Warnasuriya, Governor of the North Western Province and Geetha Herath, Member of Parliament.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/local/932561/india-launches-restoration-of-northern-railway-line/

[2026-01-13 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Hemas opens 75th ‘Piyawara’ pre-school in Homagama - DailyNews

Snippet: The Hemas Outreach Foundation announced the opening of its 75th ‘Piyawara’ pre-school, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s early childhood development landscape. The new pre-school is established under the Homagama Pradeshiya Sabha and in partnership with ‘Fly & Help’, Germany.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/business/932316/hemas-opens-75th-piyawara-pre-school-in-homagama/

[2026-01-13 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Prime Group expands footprint to Kalutara South - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Group, a real estate in Sri Lanka, celebrating 30 years of breakthrough innovation in the industry, is expanding footprint with the opening the Group’s 7th branch at Main Street, Kalutara – South.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/business/932304/prime-group-expands-footprint-to-kalutara-south/

[2026-01-13 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SOC on EDIR seeks views of community-based financial society reps on Microfinance Bill - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sectoral Oversight Committee (SOC) on Economic Development and International Relations (EDIR) sought the views of representatives of community-based financial societies regarding the proposed Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority (MCRA) Bill.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/local/932638/soc-on-edir-seeks-views-of-community-based-financial-society-reps-on-microfinance-bill/

[2026-01-13 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Metalabs wins enterprise category award for mAudit at 2025 ICSDB excellence awards - DailyNews

Snippet: Metalabs, a Sri Lankan-incubated technology innovator with development operations in Sri Lanka and business operations across Singapore, the United States, the Oceanic region, and the Gulf, has been honoured with the Silver Award in the Client Implementations (Enterprise) category at the 2025 ICSDB Excellence Awards for its flagship compliance platform, mAudit.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/business/932351/metalabs-wins-enterprise-category-award-for-maudit-at-2025-icsdb-excellence-awards/

[2026-01-13 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Social Security Board recruitments up 93% - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Social Security Board, which was established 30 years ago with the aim of developing and maintaining a pension scheme for workers in the unorganized sector, operating under the Ministry of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment, has reportedly achieved the highest progress in its history in 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/business/932424/sri-lanka-social-security-board-recruitments-up-93/

[2026-01-13 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Construction to boost with govt’s National Housing Programme - DailyNews

Snippet: The government has planned to construct 31,318 houses this year under the National Housing Programme, an initiative to build houses for the low-income earners of this country.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/business/932414/construction-to-boost-with-govts-national-housing-programme/

[2026-01-13 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Government to construct 31,318 houses this year under ‘National Housing Programme 2026’ - DailyNews

Snippet: The Government has planned to construct 31,318 houses this year (2026) under the National Housing Programme for low-income earners.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/13/local/932676/government-to-construct-31318-houses-this-year-under-national-housing-programme-2026/

[2026-01-13 00:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s fight against corruption is a battle we can’t afford to lose, Xi says

Snippet: President tells China’s top anti-graft watchdog that corruption is a ‘stumbling block’ that is hampering the country’s development

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3339639/chinas-fight-against-corruption-battle-we-cant-afford-lose-xi-jinping-warns

[2026-01-12 21:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong’s housing market gets a vote of confidence from major banks

Snippet: Most financial institutions forecast price gains ranging from 5 to 10 per cent, supported by supply constraints and end-user demand

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3339616/hong-kong-property-citi-lifts-forecast-after-morgan-stanleys-upgrade

[2026-01-12 21:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Lanka Ride cycling tour begins on January 16 - DailyNews

Snippet: A special media briefing on the Lanka Ride island-wide cycling event was held today (12) at the Duncan White Auditorium of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The event is jointly organized by the Ministry, the Department of Sports Development, and Lake House.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/local/932238/lanka-ride-cycling-tour-kicks-off-on-january-16/

[2026-01-12 14:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India-funded Northern railway line restoration project launched - DailyNews

Snippet: Restoration work on the Northern and Talaimannar railway lines commenced yesterday (11) with financial assistance of USD 5 million provided by the Government of India, the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/local/932025/india-funded-northern-railway-restoration-project-launched/

[2026-01-12 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Navy confident of winning Lanka Ride - DailyNews

Snippet: The inaugural Lanka Ride cycling race conducted by the Sports Development Department of the Sports Ministry and the Cycling Judges Association will get underway on January 16,17,18 while Lake House Print Media and Lake House Digital Media have come forward with their sponsorship to promote this mega national event.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/sports/931859/navy-confident-of-winning-lanka-ride/

[2026-01-12 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Expo 2026 launched  - DailyNews

Snippet: Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunnetti noted that Sri Lanka Expo 2026, a landmark initiative that reflects Sri Lanka’s ambition to expand exports, promote Sri Lankan products globally and elevate Sri Lanka’s global presence in international markets will create new opportunities for exporters whilst strengthening the country’s economic growth.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/business/931688/sri-lanka-expo-2026-launched/

[2026-01-12 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Several projects to develop domestic airports in 2026 - Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Several projects to develop domestic airports have been planned in 2026 to support the development of tourism, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Dr. Anura Karunathilaka said.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/local/931920/several-projects-to-develop-domestic-airports-in-2026-minister/

[2026-01-12 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘The Grand’, Ward Place by Prime Lands Residencies recognised at National Construction Awards - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Lands Residencies PLC announced that ‘The Grand’ – Ward Place, its luxury apartment development in Colombo 07, was recently recognised at the Sri Lanka National Construction Awards, organised by the Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/12/business/931650/the-grand-ward-place-by-prime-lands-residencies-recognised-at-national-construction-awards/

[2026-01-11 23:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong plans to complete Kowloon waterfront promenade projects by 2028

Snippet: Development Bureau says link-up will extend total length of pedestrian pathways on both sides of Victoria Harbour to 34km

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339509/hong-kong-plans-complete-kowloon-waterfront-promenade-projects-2028

[2026-01-10 22:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Including suppliers in new Hong Kong rules on scaffolding nets ‘overreaching’

Snippet: Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn also says there is no need for an across-the-board switch from bamboo to metal scaffolding

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3339446/including-suppliers-new-hong-kong-rules-scaffolding-nets-overreaching

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Saudi Fund pledges extra USD six mn for Cyclone damaged roads - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka is set to receive an additional US$6 million from the Saudi Fund for Development to rehabilitate roads damaged by Cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/10/local/931321/saudi-fund-pledges-extra-usd-six-mn-for-cyclone-damaged-roads/

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

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong housing estate flat owners drop contractor linked to Tai Po blaze

Snippet: Property owners of Tuen Mun estate vote to terminate renovation contract with Prestige, citing safety concerns after fatal Wang Fuk Court fire

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339421/hong-kong-housing-estate-flat-owners-drop-contractor-linked-deadly-tai-po-blaze

[2026-01-10 11:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Housing anxiety impeding Hong Kong fire trauma recovery: mental health experts

Snippet: Many Wang Fuk Court residents displaced by the deadly inferno are now living in hotels, youth hostels or transitional housing

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3339406/housing-anxiety-impeding-hong-kong-fire-trauma-recovery-mental-health-experts

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

Source: Daily News

Title: Dehiwala–Mount Lavinia MC team will pose a strong challenge at Lanka Ride - DailyNews

Snippet: The ‘Lanka Ride’ cycling race, jointly organised by the Sports Development Department and the Cycling Umpires’ Association under the instructions of Minister of Sports Sunil Kumara Gamage, with the sponsorship of Lake House Print Media and Lake House Digital Media, will commence on January 16 at 9.00 a.m. opposite Lake House on D.R.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/10/sports/931058/dehiwala-mount-lavinia-mc-team-will-pose-a-strong-challenge-at-lanka-ride/

[2026-01-09 21:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: President launches Project 5M housing support for disaster-affected families - DailyNews

Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended a compensation distribution programme today(09) near Wewe Pansala in Rajanganaya, providing assistance to families whose homes were completely destroyed by recent disasters in the Anuradhapura District.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/09/breaking-news/930923/president-launches-project-5m-housing-support-for-disaster-affected-families/

[2026-01-09 18:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Southeast Asia reels in buyers turfed out by Seoul’s housing crisis

Snippet: Southeast Asian developers target South Koreans with luxury overseas investments, offering attractive payment plans

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3339309/southeast-asia-reels-buyers-stung-seouls-housing-crisis

[2026-01-09 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: New Chairman for Value Added Tea Sectoral Advisory Council - DailyNews

Snippet: Among the 20 Sectoral Advisory Councils operating under the Ministry of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development, Huzefa Akbarally, Chairman of the Tea Exporters Association, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Sectoral Advisory Council for the Value Added Tea Sector.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/09/business/930288/new-chairman-for-value-added-tea-sectoral-advisory-council/