Topic: Sri Lanka — Neutral reports only
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[2026-05-01 05:43 UTC+10:00] [General Features] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Lavrov, after all, speaks for a country that has borne the brunt of both ‘World Wars’, the first one which also helped his people overthrow an oppressive feudal monarchy and begin a revolutionary new societal experiment. Even if that Russian Revolution was ultimately too new an experiment to be followed through, Mr.
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[2026-05-01 05:40 UTC+10:00] [General Features] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: We often say perception is reality. But rarely do we pause to think about what that actually means. Not in theory. But in the way we live. Because most of what we experience isn’t just shaped by what happens to us. It’s shaped by how we choose to see it.
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[2026-05-01 05:36 UTC+10:00] [Law & Order] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Katunayake Airport Police arrested a Chinese national at a casino in Colombo Fort yesterday (30) for stealing $9,900 (approximately Rs. 3.1 million) from the Chief Immigration Doctor of the Russian Federation during a flight from Abu Dhabi.
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[2026-05-01 05:35 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Italy’s Ambassador to Sri Lanka, with accreditation to the Maldives Damiano Francovigh paid a courtesy call on Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha at the Defence Ministry on Wednesday (29).
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[2026-05-01 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A man who was selling and in possession of Government-approved foreign liquor without a licence was arrested last weekend by the Island-wide Excise Special Operations Unit.
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[2026-05-01 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Ceylon Pentecostal Mission has donated Rs. 5 million to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund, established to support recovery efforts following the damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah.
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[2026-05-01 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: At the 50th HNB National Age Group Swimming Championship 2026 held at the Sugathadasa Stadium Swimming pool Complex Colombo Sanumi Nehansa of Lyceum, Panadura produced a fine performance in the Under-13 category. She won the silver medal in the 200m freestyle with a time of 2:36.87 and took the bronze medal in the 100m freestyle with a time of 1:12.26.
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[2026-05-01 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Vidyartha College Kandy, a school with a long and proud history in Sri Lanka’s schools rugby, officially unveiled their new rugby jersey for the 2026 season at a simple ceremony held at the college premises recently. The jersey was formally handed over to the school to mark the new season, highlighting Vidyartha’s continued commitment to maintaining its strong rugby tradition.
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[2026-05-01 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s leading sports hydration brand Yeti Isotonic, partnered with the Negombo Rifle Club (NRC) as its official hydration partner at the recently concluded Sharpshooter 2026 held in Kandy. Sharpshooter 2026 is one of Sri Lanka’s premier shooting competitions, organised by the Hill Country Sports Shooting Club. The event attracted nearly 350 competitors, including elite shooters from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Police and leading civilian clubs.
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[2026-05-01 05:31 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lankan promising weight lifters clinched two silver medals and four bronze medal at the Commonwealth Youth and Junior Weightlifting championship which is now in progress in Apia in Samoa.
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[2026-05-01 05:31 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The European Union (EU)-funded ‘Together We Rise’ initiative, implemented by World Vision and SAFE Foundation in Sri Lanka, is a Euro 2.6 million project designed to strengthen civil society and promote human rights, inclusion and accountable governance.
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[2026-05-01 05:31 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe hosted a reception at the Ambassador’s Residence in celebration of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, bringing together members of the Sri Lankan community residing in Bangkok. Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment Minister Dr.
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[2026-05-01 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: REV. SISTER FATIMANAYAKI A.C. (nee FATIMANAYAKI THEVATHAS) was called to her Eternal Rest on 3rd May 2026. Requiem Mass will be offered on the 04th of May 2026 at 3 p.m., at Carmel Convent, Colombo 10, followed by interment at General Cemetery, Borella (Carmel Convent, 88 Ananda Rajakaruna Mawatha, Colombo 10).027984
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[2026-05-01 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Cartoon] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-05-01 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka Cricket Transformation Committee Chairman Eran Wickramaratne and the committee assumed duties yesterday marking the occasion with religious observances. Wickramaratne, who took over as Chairman of the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Transformation Committee said the immediate priority is a complete overhaul of the existing structure at Sri Lanka Cricket.
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[2026-04-30 21:11 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A concept paper proposing the creation of a “tobacco-free generation” comprising all children born after 2010 has been presented to the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, and ministry officials, outlining a long-term policy framework to eliminate tobacco use among future generations.
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[2026-04-30 20:36 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Consumer banking operations of HSBC in Sri Lanka officially came to an end today (30), following the completion of the transfer of its retail business to Nations Trust Bank (NTB).
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[2026-04-30 16:09 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-04-30 16:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Since opening in 2013, Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport has failed to generate enough revenue to cover even its electricity bills
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[2026-04-30 16:03 UTC+10:00] [Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Since opening in 2013, Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport has failed to generate enough revenue to cover even its electricity bills
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[2026-04-30 15:32 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
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[2026-04-30 14:07 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 06:05 UTC+10:00] [General Opinion] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 06:00 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:58 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:58 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:45 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:44 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:40 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:37 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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).
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[2026-04-30 05:36 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Iranian Ambassador in Colombo Dr Alireza Delkhosh yesterday stressed that civilians, particularly children, are protected and inviolable under armed conflict.
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[2026-04-30 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-04-30 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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