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    [2026-04-30 16:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Is Sri Lanka’s investor call for ‘world’s emptiest airport’ struggling to get off ground?
    Snippet: Since opening in 2013, Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport has failed to generate enough revenue to cover even its electricity bills
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3351962/sri-lankas-investor-call-worlds-emptiest-airport-struggling-get-ground?utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-04-30 15:32 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: US war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, says Pentagon official
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/breaking-news/987574/us-war-in-iran-has-cost-25-billion-so-far-says-pentagon-official/
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    [2026-04-30 14:07 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sri Lanka, Thailand strengthen education ties during ministerial visit
    Snippet: Sri Lanka and Thailand have taken steps to strengthen cooperation in education and skills development during an official visit by Minister Dr. Upali Pannilage.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987546/sri-lanka-thailand-strengthen-education-ties-during-ministerial-visit/
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    [2026-04-30 06:05 UTC+10:00] [General Opinion] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: A landmark year of growth and stability
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s economic performance in 2025 marks a significant turning point in the country’s modern economic history. According to the latest Central Bank report, which was recently published, Sri Lanka has achieved a robust economic growth rate of 5%, signaling a strong recovery trajectory following years of fiscal stress and external shocks.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/general-opinion/987218/a-landmark-year-of-growth-and-stability/
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    [2026-04-30 06:00 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Nipuni strikes Gold in Asian Beach Games
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s Nipuni Wasana won the gold medal in the women’s 50kg beach wrestling at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, China yesterday. The 21-year-old, coached by Suranga Kumara, defeated Vietnam’s Doan Thi Kim Oanh 3-1 in the final to give Sri Lanka its first gold medal of the Games.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/sports/987368/nipuni-strikes-gold-in-asian-beach-games/
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    [2026-04-30 05:58 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Major shake-up at Sri Lanka Cricket as Ministry takes over
    Snippet: Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage has accepted the resignation of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) President Shammi Silva and the Executive Committee, with immediate effect. Under the powers vested in him by Sections 31 and 34 of the Sports Law No. 25 of 1973, the Minister has temporarily brought all administrative functions of Sri Lanka Cricket under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/sports/987371/major-shake-up-at-sri-lanka-cricket-as-ministry-takes-over/
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    [2026-04-30 05:58 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Eran heads nine member Cricket Restructuring Committee
    Snippet: Former Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP and former State Minister Eran Wickramaratne has been appointed as the Chairman of the new Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Interim Committee to run Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987447/eran-heads-nine-member-cricket-restructuring-committee/
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    [2026-04-30 05:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sri Lanka Women stickers end qualifiers with 6-2 defeat - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s women’s hockey team suffered a heavy 6–2 defeat against Hong Kong China in their final match of the Women’s Asian Games Qualifier 2026, played in Jakarta, Indonesia yesterday, ending their campaign on a disappointing note.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/sports/987374/sri-lanka-women-stickers-end-qualifiers-with-6-2-defeat/
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    [2026-04-30 05:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Electric train services in Colombo suburbs to commence project in early 2027 - DailyNews
    Snippet: A discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and officials of the Ministry of Transport and Highways was held yesterday (29) at the Presidential Secretariat on the modernisation of railway services in the Colombo suburban areas and related plans.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987436/electric-train-services-in-colombo-suburbs-to-commence-project-in-early-2027/
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    [2026-04-30 05:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited delivers strong financial performance in 2025 - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited (SLICGL) delivered a remarkable performance in 2025, reinforcing its position as Sri Lanka’s leading general insurer with outstanding results across key financial metrics. The company sustained a Gross Written Premium (GWP) of Rs. 30.3 billion, demonstrating the resilience of its diverse portfolio in a competitive and challenging environment.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987157/sri-lanka-insurance-corporation-general-limited-delivers-strong-financial-performance-in-2025/
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    [2026-04-30 05:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Prioritise payment of US$ 2.5 Mn owed to Australia - Ravi - DailyNews
    Snippet: MP Ravi Karunanayake has urged the Government to prioritise the settlement of US$ 2.5 million owed to the Australian government, asserting that doing so would position Sri Lanka to seek Australia’s assistance in navigating the ongoing financial difficulties.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/breaking-news/987475/prioritise-payment-of-us-2-5-mn-owed-to-australia-ravi/
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    [2026-04-30 05:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Senuja ton anchors St. Joseph’s to 443; Chethina and Rishma score fifties - DailyNews
    Snippet: Defending joint champions Royal College Colombo were 84 for 1 in reply to St. Joseph’s College Colombo’s first-innings total of 443 at stumps on day two of the Under 19 Division One Tier ‘A’ Inter-Schools Two-Day Cricket Tournament final yesterday. The match is being played at the P. Sara Oval in Colombo.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/sports/987342/senuja-ton-anchors-st-josephs-to-443-chethina-and-rishma-score-fifties/
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    [2026-04-30 05:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: ‘Sililare’: a unique emotional journey on the silver screen - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sililare, directed by Shirley Samarasinghe, is a film that moves from one valley of Sri Lankan cinema to another, inviting not merely surface-level viewing but deep reflection beyond what is seen.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/features/987253/sililare-a-unique-emotional-journey-on-the-silver-screen/
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    [2026-04-30 05:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Mithali shines in Sri Lanka Women’s T20 win - DailyNews
    Snippet: Mithali Ayodya, the 19-year-old right-arm medium-fast bowler of the Sri Lanka women’s team, made an impressive return in the opening T20 match against Bangladesh. She is now expected to deliver another strong performance in the second game of the three-match series, which will be played today (30) in Sylhet.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/sports/987377/mithali-shines-in-sri-lanka-womens-t20-win/
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    [2026-04-30 05:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Court directs CID to expedite Ranil’s London visit case - DailyNews
    Snippet: Colombo Fort Magistrate Isuru Nettikumara yesterday (29) directed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to expedite investigations into the incident in which a loss exceeding Rs.150 million is alleged to have been incurred by the State during a private visit to London undertaken by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe while in office.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/breaking-news/987487/court-directs-cid-to-expedite-ranils-london-visit-case/
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    [2026-04-30 05:45 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Lanka exports to France top Euro 470 Mn mark in 2025
    Snippet: Bilateral trade between France and Sri Lanka stood at 556 million Euros in 2025,with French exports to Sri Lanka amounting to 85 million Euros, while French imports from Sri Lanka reached 470 million Euros.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987180/lanka-exports-to-france-top-euro-470-mn-mark-in-2025/
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    [2026-04-30 05:44 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sri Lanka Sprinter Nishendra in doping controversy
    Snippet: Sri Lankan 400m athlete Nishendra Fernando, who recently finished first with a personal best at the National Athletics Trials, has been provisionally suspended after being accused of using banned substances.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/sports/987405/sri-lanka-sprinter-nishendra-in-doping-controversy/
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    [2026-04-30 05:40 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Lake House Media Academy awards ceremony today
    Snippet: The Diploma and Certificate Awarding Ceremony 2026 of the Lake House Media Academy will be held at 1.30 pm at the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute today under the patronage of Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa and Media Deputy Minister Dr. Kaushalya Ariyaratne.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987518/lake-house-media-academy-awards-ceremony-today/
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    [2026-04-30 05:37 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Ven. Pannakara Thera meets President following ‘Ehipassiko’ Peace Walk
    Snippet: Following the State closing ceremony of the seven-day ‘Ehipassiko’ Peace Walk held in Sri Lanka, during which a message of peace was shared with people across the world and the heritage of Buddhism was carried to the international community, Ven. Pannakara Thera met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat on Tuesday (28).
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987122/ven-pannakara-thera-meets-president-following-ehipassiko-peace-walk/
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    [2026-04-30 05:36 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: ‘Ehipassiko’ Peace Walk team along with ‘Aloka’ leaves Sri Lanka from Katunayake in peace
    Snippet: A group of monks, including Vietnamese nationals Pannakara and Ratanaguna, who had come to Sri Lanka to participate in the Peace Walk called ‘A Global Walk for Peace’ named ‘Ehipassiko’ in Sri Lanka, along with a dog named ‘Aloka’ and another group of lay people, left Katunayake Airport yesterday morning (29) after completing the Peace Walk.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987277/ehipassiko-peace-walk-team-along-with-aloka-leaves-sri-lanka-from-katunayake-in-peace/
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    [2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Colombo Marathon to mark milestone in sports tourism - DailyNews
    Snippet: Over 4000 local and foreign athletes are expected to take part at the inaugural Colombo Marathon organised by the Sports Ministry in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Athletics on September 13.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/sports/986979/colombo-marathon-to-mark-milestone-in-sports-tourism/
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    [2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Hindu - Jaffna skipper Subarnan going great guns - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Sumangala College Kandy, St. Mary’s College Kegalle, St. Xavier’s College Marawila and Hindu College Jaffna advanced to the semi finals of the Under 19 division 3 Tier ‘A’ inter schools 2-day cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/sports/986982/hindu-jaffna-skipper-subarnan-going-great-guns/
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    [2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: SLC grants Rs. 10M to throwing star Rumesh Tharanga - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has provided a financial grant to rising javelin thrower Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage who has went on to set up a new meet record of 89.28m and won the gold medal at the AIP Keino Classic Meet in Nairobi, Kenya recently. He was awarded Rs. 10 million.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/sports/986988/slc-grants-rs-10m-to-throwing-star-rumesh-tharanga/
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    [2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: British Cosmetics partners Ethera Business for Int’l market expansion - DailyNews
    Snippet: British Cosmetics (Private) Limited, one of Sri Lanka’s leading manufacturers of premium skincare, cosmetics and personal care products, has entered into a strategic partnership with Ethera Business LLC to support a disciplined expansion into international markets.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987025/british-cosmetics-partners-ethera-business-for-intl-market-expansion/
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    [2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Children are protected and inviolable under armed conflict – Iranian Envoy - DailyNews
    Snippet: Iranian Ambassador in Colombo Dr Alireza Delkhosh yesterday stressed that civilians, particularly children, are protected and inviolable under armed conflict.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987315/children-are-protected-and-inviolable-under-armed-conflict-iranian-envoy/
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    [2026-04-30 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Elexi announce signing of landmark commercial agreements - DailyNews
    Snippet: Elektrateq (Private) Limited and Mobility as a Service (Private) Limited, operating under the brand Elexi, announced the signing of two landmark commercial agreements, marking a significant milestone in their collaboration to accelerate the adoption of electric mobility in Sri Lanka.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987028/elexi-announce-signing-of-landmark-commercial-agreements/
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    [2026-04-30 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Doc990 introduces cashless channelling with Softlogic Life for corporate policyholders - DailyNews
    Snippet: Doc990, Sri Lanka’s pioneering digital health solutions provider operated by Digital Health (Pvt) Ltd, a subsidiary of Dialog Axiata PLC, has announced the introduction of a cashless channelling facility in collaboration with Softlogic Life for their corporate policyholders.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987064/doc990-introduces-cashless-channelling-with-softlogic-life-for-corporate-policyholders/
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    [2026-04-30 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: SLECIC appoints Upeksha Subasinghe as GM - DailyNews
    Snippet: At a pivotal stage where the Sri Lanka Export Credit Insurance Corporation (SLECIC) is building on a strong foundation and embracing a renewed strategic direction, the Corporation has announced the appointment of Upeksha Subasinghe as its new General Manager.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987092/slecic-appoints-upeksha-subasinghe-as-gm/
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    [2026-04-30 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sri Lanka, Thailand strengthen educational ties during ministerial visit - DailyNews
    Snippet: Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment Minister Dr.Upali Pannilage led a delegation to Thailand where he met Associate Professor Khunying Sumonta Promboon, President and the academic staff of the Chitralada Technology Institute on April 22.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987411/sri-lanka-thailand-strengthen-educational-ties-during-ministerial-visit/
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    [2026-04-30 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sampath Bank leads Lanka’s lending transformation through AI-enabled credit intelligence - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sampath Bank PLC continues to transform Sri Lanka’s banking landscape through the introduction of a fully integrated, AI-driven lending ecosystem, reinforcing its leadership in intelligent, data-led financial solutions.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987038/sampath-bank-leads-lankas-lending-transformation-through-ai-enabled-credit-intelligence/
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    [2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 29/04/2026 )
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987079/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-29-04-2026/
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    [2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Shares – Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 29.04.2026 )
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987082/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-29-04-2026/
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    [2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Exchange Rates ( Date 29.04.2026 )
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/business/987099/exchange-rates-date-29-04-2026/
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    [2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Minister condemns assault on SL fisherman in India - DailyNews
    Snippet: Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Minister Ramalinkam Chandrasekar has condemned the reported assault on a Sri Lankan national who was arrested in India, describing the incident as a serious violation of human rights.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987119/minister-condemns-assault-on-sl-fisherman-in-india/
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    [2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Cartoon of the day - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/cartoon/987235/cartoon-of-the-day-863/
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    [2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: JFSA urges authorities to be vigilant about illegal fishing - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Jaffna Fish Suppliers Association (JFSA) said poaching in Sri Lankan waters is still carried out by neighbouring fishermen and authorities should be vigilant against this illegal fishing.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987264/jfsa-urges-authorities-to-be-vigilant-about-illegal-fishing/
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    [2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Series of special religious programmes at Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy today - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Parliamentary Committee on Buddhism has taken steps to organise a series of special religious programmes at the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy today (30) to mark the completion of 44 years since the establishment of the Sri Lankan Parliament in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987280/series-of-special-religious-programmes-at-sri-dalada-maligawa-in-kandy-today/
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    [2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Indonesian Foreign Affairs Vice Minister concludes official visit to SL - DailyNews
    Snippet: Indonesian Foreign Affairs Vice Minister Muhammad Anis Matta undertook an official visit to Sri Lanka from April 23 to 25 at the invitation of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Deputy Minister Arun Hemachandra.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/local/987348/indonesian-foreign-affairs-vice-minister-concludes-official-visit-to-sl/
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    [2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Obituaries - DailyNews
    Snippet: KARUNADASA – PROF. EMERITUS Y. KARUNADASA “Sabbe sankhārā aniccā” passed away peacefully on 27th April 2026. Dearly beloved husband of Malathi,​ loving father of Himansu and Hemamala,​ cherished father-in-law of Deepani and Srinivasan,​ adoring grandfather of Sirini,​ Daham and Athena. Remains lie at the Jayaratne Restpect Funeral Parlour from 8.30 a.m.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/30/obituaries/987414/obituaries-659/
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    [2026-04-30 00:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: AP News
    Title: Sri Lanka's cricket administration resigns after years of decline
    Snippet: COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka’s cricket chief and his executive committee have resigned and the government has appointed an interim committee to revamp the game in the country, which has declined sharply over the past decade.
    Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/sri-lanka-cricket-chief-resigns-sangakkara-eran-cc7ebc92d875a7ac27022bb526a3f86e
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    [2026-04-29 20:26 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Electric train services under Colombo suburban railway project to begin early next year
    Snippet: A high-level discussion on modernising railway services in the Colombo suburban area was held this morning (29) at the Presidential Secretariat, chaired by Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/breaking-news/986920/electric-train-services-under-colombo-suburban-railway-project-to-begin-early-next-year/
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    [2026-04-29 16:52 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: SLC president Shammi Silva and executive committee officially resign
    Snippet: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced that President Shammi Silva has tendered his resignation from the post with immediate effect, according to a statement released today (29).
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/breaking-news/986913/slc-president-shammi-silva-and-executive-committee-officially-resign/
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    [2026-04-29 14:41 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Nipuni Wasana wins gold in 50kg beach wrestling at Asian Beach Games
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s Nipuni Wasana has won the gold medal in the Women’s 50kg beach wrestling event at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, China.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/breaking-news/986899/nipuni-wasana-wins-gold-in-50kg-beach-wrestling-at-asian-beach-games/
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    [2026-04-29 14:13 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Godage Publications founder Sirisumana Godage passes away
    Snippet: Deshabandu Sirisumana Godage, the founder of Godage Publications and a prominent figure in Sri Lanka’s printing and publishing industry, has passed away at the age of 90.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/breaking-news/986885/godage-publications-founder-sirisumana-godage-passes-away/
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    [2026-04-29 14:01 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Ven. Pannakara Thero and delegation, with ‘Aloka’, depart Sri Lanka after week-long peace walk
    Snippet: The “Ehi Passiko” peace march, which spanned seven days across Sri Lanka, concluded as the delegation of monks and lay followers departed the island this morning (29).
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/breaking-news/986874/ven-pannakara-thero-and-delegation-with-aloka-depart-sri-lanka-after-week-long-peace-walk/
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    [2026-04-29 13:30 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Heavy rainfall above 50 mm likely in several provinces today
    Snippet: Showers or thundershowers are expected in most parts of Sri Lanka after 1.00 p.m. today (29), according to the Department of Meteorology.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/local/986864/heavy-rainfall-above-50-mm-likely-in-several-provinces-today/
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    [2026-04-29 06:00 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: ADB Fact-Finding Mission to review progress of NEDP 2026–2030
    Snippet: The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), is making significant progress in the formulation of the National Export Development Plan (NEDP) for the period 2026–2030. This strategic initiative is designed to position Sri Lanka on a path of sustained export-led economic growth, aligned with the Government’s national vision of “A Thriving Nation – A Beautiful Life.”
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986484/adb-fact-finding-mission-to-review-progress-of-nedp-2026-2030/
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    [2026-04-29 06:00 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Lankan lasses beat Bangladesh in first T-20
    Snippet: Harshitha Samarawickrama (61) and Imesha Dulani (55) made superb half centuries and guided Sri Lanka women to 25 runs win over Bangladesh women in their first T-20 of the three match series played at Sylhet yesterday.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986655/lankan-lasses-beat-bangladesh-in-first-t-20/
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    [2026-04-29 05:58 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Narrow miss for Galle as Colombo, Dambulla enter NSL 4-day final
    Snippet: Galle team chasing a target of 289 were narrowly missed their out right victory and made 271 for 5 wickets at close of the final day as the game ended in a draw against Colombo in their NSL 4-day fixture played at Dambulla Stadium yesterday.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986658/narrow-miss-for-galle-as-colombo-dambulla-enter-nsl-4-day-final/
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    [2026-04-29 05:58 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sri Lanka Cricket executive committee steps down
    Snippet: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) President Shammi Silva and the SLC executive committee have decided to step down from their duties at a special executive meeting held at the SLC yesterday. It is learnt that former Deputy Minister Eran Wickremaratne is likely to head the Interim Committee.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/local/986794/sri-lanka-cricket-executive-committee-steps-down/
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