Topic: Sri Lanka — Neutral reports only
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[2025-12-08 21:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka continues to grapple with the aftermath of widespread floods and landslides, with the Disaster Management Center (DMC) reporting that over 1.7 million people across the country have been affected as of 12:00 p.m. today (08).
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[2025-12-08 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka cricketer Chamika Karunaratne was released on personal bail of Rs. 1 million on Monday after a woman filed a complaint alleging that he fathered her child and refused to acknowledge paternity, court officials said.
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[2025-12-08 20:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A China Airlines cargo plane carrying relief supplies worth Rs. 400 million for disaster-affected communities in Sri Lanka landed at Katunayake Airport this morning (08).
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[2025-12-08 19:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Jetstar will take off for the first time from Australia to Sri Lanka in August next year, with the launch of the only direct low-cost service from Melbourne to the South Asian nation’s capital, Colombo.
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[2025-12-08 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna National Organizer and Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa has written to Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, requesting an urgent sitting of Parliament under Standing Order No. 16.
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[2025-12-08 16:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A Y-8 aircraft from the Myanmar Air Force, which was transporting aid along with a delegation from the Government of Myanmar, arrived at the Katunayake Air Force Base on Saturday(06) to provide assistance to those displaced by the severe weather conditions impacting the island.
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[2025-12-08 14:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Urgent repairs are underway on the Colombo–Puttalam railway line after a section between Kuda Wewa and Nattandiya was severely damaged due to recent adverse weather.
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[2025-12-08 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Since the end of November, Sri Lankan people have been facing one of the worst disasters in history. Over 600 people died from the disaster. People are now in a stage of mourning for their loved ones who died due to the disaster, cleaning up their flood-affected houses and starting their lives all over again with new hopes.
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[2025-12-08 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the European Union (EU), successfully concluded the Pitching Event for the second batch of SMEs under the ExpoScaleUp program. Supported under the European Union’s regional initiative & Accelerating Climate Smart and Inclusive Infrastructure in South Asia (ACSIIS)’ as part of the EU Global Gateway Strategy, this milestone event is a key component of the Sri Lanka Export Excellence Initiative (SLEEI) 2025.
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[2025-12-08 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Jason Fernando hit a fighting unbeaten knock of 78 in 116 balls but it was in vain as Bangladesh U-17s registered 78 runs win over Sri Lanka U-17 in their first one day game of the three match series played at Chattargon Stadium in Bangladesh yesterday.
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[2025-12-08 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Evan Papageorgiou, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Mission Chief for Sri Lanka issued the following statement.
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[2025-12-08 06:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: World Cities Day 2025 was marked in Wennappuwa with the launch of the Hamilton Canal Reverine Concept Master Plan Proposal, prepared by the Sri Lanka Institute of Urban Designers and unveiled at the Wennappuwa Pradeshiya Sabha premises. Held under the theme “People-centred Smart Cities,” the event highlighted a decisive shift in Sri Lanka’s development approach.
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[2025-12-08 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Indian star batsman Virat Kohli has overtaken Sri Lanka master blaster Sanath Jayasuriya to claim the second most Player of the Series awards in ODI history, moving to 12-just three behind Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time record of 15. He achieved this after their third ODI against South Africa at Visakhapatnam on Saturday.
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[2025-12-08 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $100 million policy-based loan to further support Sri Lanka in strengthening its power sector. This financing builds on earlier initiatives to establish a more stable and financially sustainable power sector.
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[2025-12-08 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Chethum Sandul of President’s College Embilipitiya claimed 8 wickets for 8 runs against Embilipitiya Maha Vidyalaya in their first round fixture of the Under 13 division three inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket. Chethum Sandul of President’s College Embilipitiya turned in a superb bowling performances against Embilipitiya Maha Vidyalaya.
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[2025-12-08 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), in view of the adverse effects of the recent cyclonic and flood disasters, having considered the proposals of the Sri Lanka Banks’ Association (Guarantee) Ltd. (SLBA) and the need to grant effective relief to those affected without unduly compromising financial system stability, issued the Circular No.
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[2025-12-08 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka remains a wounded nation, devastated by cyclone ‘Ditwah’. However we are a resilient people, always caring for each other. We understand the suffering of others and respond with compassion. Today we are stronger. We are looking forward with hope. We are united with focus. We are slowly making recovery.
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[2025-12-08 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath recently co-chaired a diplomatic briefing to update foreign diplomatic missions and international organisations accredited to Sri Lanka, and Sri Lanka Missions and Honorary Consuls abroad, on national recovery and rebuilding efforts following adverse weather conditions caused by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’.
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[2025-12-08 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Nation Healthcare Association organised a free medical health camp in commemoration of World Diabetes Day 2025 at the Cargills Food City, Dematagoda, Colombo recently. It was held under the patronage of the Association’s President Dr. Mohamed A. Afzal.
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[2025-12-08 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The High Commission of Sri Lanka in Islamabad facilitated the arrangement of a Sea Cargo shipment carrying 200 tons of emergency relief items from Pakistan to Sri Lanka, to support communities affected by the recent cyclone and severe weather conditions in Sri Lanka.
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[2025-12-08 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s number one ranked under-18 tennis player, Ganuka Fernando, created history by reaching the boys’ singles final at the ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors J30 in Pokhara, Nepal, emerging as the runner-up in a thrilling encounter.
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[2025-12-08 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: During an operation carried out by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Ippanthivu sea area of Kalpitiya on Friday night (December 5), Naval personnel intercepted a dinghy carrying three sacks suspected to contain narcotics, as well as another dinghy that had arrived to assist it, with four suspects.
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[2025-12-08 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka women’s carrom team proudly stand on the podium with their bronze medals after defeating the United States in the third-place playoff at the Carrom World Cup in Maldives.
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[2025-12-08 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Stafford International School Colombo lifted the All Island Under-16 Division II Boys National Football Championship 2025 title after a hard-fought 2–1 win over Al Fahriya Central College, Panadura in the final played at Negombo recently.
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[2025-12-08 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: HNB PLC, the leading private bank in Sri Lanka is announced as the Platinum sponsor and Official Banking partner for the 1st ever IBSL National Banking and Finance Conference 2025.
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[2025-12-08 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Elpitiya Plantations PLC achieved outstanding recognition at the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2025, organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.
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[2025-12-08 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: As India continued to extend its humanitarian assistance to cyclone-battered Sri Lanka under “Operation Sagar Bandhu”, a C-17 transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) airlifted a 65-tonne Bailey Bridge from Hindan to Colombo.
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[2025-12-08 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka has extended financial assistance amounting to LKR 19.5 million, made possible through the generous contributions of Chinese companies operating in the country.
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[2025-12-08 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Acting on the directives of the Army Commander, and under the guidance of the Project Officer Commanding, Engineers, with the supervision of the Mechanical Engineers Brigade Commander, the Sri Lanka Army Engineer Corps has deployed a wide range of machinery and vehicles to multiple disaster-affected regions across the country.
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[2025-12-08 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Two Para Table Tennis players Madew Dehigahawatte of Trinity College Kandy and Rusath Silva of Christ Church Boys School Baddegama are in the nine member Sri Lanka Youth Para team at the Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games, scheduled to take place from December 7 to 14 in the United Arab Emirates.
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[2025-12-08 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Public Relations Association of Sri Lanka (PRASL) hosted a specialised Masterclass on Cybersecurity and AI Risk for PR and Communications Professionals, led by cybersecurity and digital transformation expert Asela Waidyalankara.
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[2025-12-08 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Helping Sri Lanka rise again through purpose-driven action, Morison, a leading local pharmaceutical manufacturer, recently extended its CSR platform ‘Suwa Deya’ by offering vital medicinal support to communities affected by the recent disaster.
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[2025-12-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka faced one of the worst disasters in its history over the past two weeks. A large number of people lost their lives, while many others remain missing. More than a million citizens sought refuge in Government-run safe centres. This context requires the imperative to examine the safety of women and children who remain in these shelters until they return to their own homes or are relocated to new ones.
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[2025-12-08 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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[2025-12-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Switzerland has delivered a consignment of essential WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) relief equipment and personnel to support Sri Lanka’s disaster response efforts following recent extreme weather conditions.
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[2025-12-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Great Place To Work Sri Lanka recently announced the Best Workplaces for Women 2025, spotlighting organisations whose own employees validate them to be fostering inclusive, empowering and supportive work environments for women.
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[2025-12-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: T.DON AUGUSTINE. 29.05.1930 – 02.12.2025 At rest with Jesus. Loving husband of the late Damayanthie Augustine (nee Amarasinghe), darling Thaththi of Dilhani, Sherine, Jayantha Royce (U.S. Embassy, Colombo), Nirmaline, Sandhya (Melbourne) and Angela (ex- Arpico/Melbourne) Tantirimudali. Beloved father-in-law of Athula De Silva, Kusum Botenna, Pradeep Senaratne and Aaron Schultz. Affectionate Seeya of Ashan, Dilki & Shamila (Singapore), Dilshani, Valentina and Sean.
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[2025-12-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Indian Army is deploying an integrated task force, a high-readiness, self-contained composite HADR contingent, under ‘Operation Sagar Bandhu’ to provide critical relief, restore essential services and support families in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka.
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[2025-12-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Minister, Ramalingam Chandrasekar and Puttalam District MP Ajith Gihan and National Aquaculture Development Authority (NAQDA) Chairman Kithsiri Dharmapriya conducted an inspection tour in Puttalam last Saturday (6) to assess the extensive flood damage suffered by the district’s shrimp industry which one of Sri Lanka’s valuable foreign exchange generators.
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[2025-12-08 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Two C-130J Super Hercules aircraft and personnel from the U.S. Air Force 36th Contingency Response Group (CRG) arrived at the Katunayake Air Base, to provide American airlift capability in support of Sri Lanka’s Cyclone ‘Ditwah’ response yesterday. US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung and Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) welcomed the team on arrival.
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[2025-12-08 00:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has issued landslide red notices for four districts in Sri Lanka due to ongoing adverse weather conditions.
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[2025-12-07 23:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) has announced measures to restore agricultural fields damaged by floods caused by Cyclone Dittha, which impacted the entire island.
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[2025-12-07 23:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The 11th Cine Wave Youth Short Film Festival 2025, the National Youth Service Council’s flagship platform for emerging filmmakers, will take place on December 7 and 8, showcasing short films, documentaries and, for the first time, AI-generated films created by young Sri Lankan artists.
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[2025-12-07 22:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Two United States Air Force C-130 aircraft arrived in Sri Lanka today (07 December 2025) to augment ongoing air operations supporting national efforts to restore normalcy in communities affected by Cyclone Ditwa.
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[2025-12-07 22:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Disaster Management Center (DMC) reports that the death toll from the ongoing disaster affecting all 25 districts of Sri Lanka has risen to 627, with 190 people still missing as of today (07) at 12:00 noon.
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[2025-12-07 22:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) announced that train season ticket holders will be permitted to travel on SLTB buses only in areas where train services have been restricted or temporarily suspended.
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[2025-12-07 20:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: At least 1,812 people have been killed in the natural disasters rolling across Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam
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[2025-12-07 15:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Switzerland has delivered a consignment of essential WASH relief equipment and personnel to support Sri Lanka’s disaster response efforts following recent extreme weather conditions.
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[2025-12-07 11:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Northeast monsoon condition is gradually establishing over the island.
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[2025-12-06 23:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Lanka Ashok Leyland has donated vehicles valued at Rs. 65 million (excluding VAT) to the Government of Sri Lanka to strengthen ongoing disaster relief and recovery operations.
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