[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[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/

[2026-04-29 05:56 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka deepens tourism and educational ties with China

Snippet: Sri Lanka has taken a significant step toward strengthening its tourism and educational cooperation with China, following an official visit by Deputy Minister Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe to Sichuan College on April 23.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986514/sri-lanka-deepens-tourism-and-educational-ties-with-china/

[2026-04-29 05:56 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Lanka women miss Asian Games after heavy defeat

Snippet: Sri Lanka women’s hockey team failed to qualify for the Asian Games after suffering a heavy 1-6 defeat against Uzbekistan in the Women’s Asian Games Qualifier 2026 match played in Jakarta, Indonesia yesterday. Sri Lanka, playing in the 5th to 8th place match, showed early resistance but could not contain a strong Uzbekistan side that dominated the second half to seal a convincing win.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986628/lanka-women-miss-asian-games-after-heavy-defeat/

[2026-04-29 05:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Revenue growth, not expenditure cuts, drives the primary surplus to 5.4% - DailyNews

Snippet: In 2025 Sri Lanka achieved a primary surplus of 5.4% of GDP, exceeding the conditionality under the Extended Fund Facility Agreement (EFF) programme entered between the Sri Lankan Government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 2023 which stipulates the country should maintain a primary surplus of 2.3% of GDP in 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/general-opinion/986560/revenue-growth-not-expenditure-cuts-drives-the-primary-surplus-to-5-4/

[2026-04-29 05:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Fintech Forum drives behavioural shift to digital payment nation - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s transition to a digitally inclusive economy has moved beyond infrastructure. Terminals, QR codes and mobile applications are now widely available. The real challenge lies in behavioural change, encouraging both consumers and merchants to move away from deeply rooted cash usage habits. According to Crispin Wijesekera, Country Manager Sri Lanka and Maldives at UnionPay International, this is where the Fintech Forum of Sri Lanka plays a critical role.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986508/fintech-forum-drives-behavioural-shift-to-digital-payment-nation/

[2026-04-29 05:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Joes 226/4 against Royal on day one - DailyNews

Snippet: St. Joseph’s College Colombo scored 226 runs for 4 wickets against defending joint champions Royal College Colombo at close of day one in the final of the under 19 Division One tier ‘A’ inter schools 2-day cricket tournament commenced at P. Sara Oval stadium Colombo yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986631/joes-226-4-against-royal-on-day-one/

[2026-04-29 05:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Girls’ Under 19 Division II inter-schools Cricket final today at Dambulla - DailyNews

Snippet: Ganthiriyagama Mahinda MV will meet Yasodara Vidyalaya Colombo in the Under 19 Girl’s Division Two Inter Schools Cricket tournament final at Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium today.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986634/girls-under-19-division-ii-inter-schools-cricket-final-today-at-dambulla/

[2026-04-29 05:46 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Asian Beach Games’ medalists return home

Snippet: Sri Lankan athletic team came up with fine performance to clinch 4 medals (one silver and 3 bronze) at the recently concluded Asian Beach Games in China. The medal winning Lankan athletes arrived in Sri Lanka on Monday. Lankan medal winners included: Silver medal – Ishara Samanmali in women’s long jump, Bronze medals – Shashikala Lankathilake and Jayathra Sampath Miranda in the women’s and men’s long jump with men’s 4x60m relay team comprising Manuja Prabhash, Malith Thamel, Malith Tharushan and

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986640/asian-beach-games-medalists-return-home/

[2026-04-29 05:39 UTC+10:00] [General Features] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Russian Sailing Crew Stops in Colombo

Snippet: The Russian circumnavigation team 5 Oceans Club made a stopover in Sri Lanka this week during the second voyage around the world. On Friday (24), the crew of six was hosted at the Russia House in Colombo, where they spoke about life at sea, endurance, and the evolving meaning of travel under sail.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/features/986557/russian-sailing-crew-stops-in-colombo/

[2026-04-29 05:34 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka begin ITF final qualifier with high hopes

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s top junior tennis players began a crucial campaign at the ITF World Junior Tennis Asia Oceania Final Qualifying Event – Boys, which started on April 28 and will run until May 3 at the Sarawak Lawn Tennis Association in Kuching, Malaysia yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986314/sri-lanka-begin-itf-final-qualifier-with-high-hopes/

[2026-04-29 05:33 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Major Club women’s tourney in memory of Gwen Herat

Snippet: Sri Lanka Cricket decided to dedicate the ‘Major Club Women’s 50-Over Tournament’ in memory of the late Gwen Herat, the founder president of the Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket Association.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986317/major-club-womens-tourney-in-memory-of-gwen-herat/

[2026-04-29 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SLAAPS visits office of New Zealand High Commissioner to Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: In celebration of Administrative Professionals Week 2026, the Sri Lanka Association of Administrative and Professional Secretaries (SLAAPS) had the distinct privilege of visiting the office of David Pine, New Zealand’s High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Maldives, Pakistan, and Bangladesh recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986374/slaaps-visits-office-of-new-zealand-high-commissioner-to-sri-lanka/

[2026-04-29 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CEAT Kelani launches GRIPP X5 and ZOOM X5 premium motorcycle tyres for Lankan roads - DailyNews

Snippet: CEAT Kelani Holdings has strengthened its leadership in Sri Lanka’s two-wheeler tyre market with the launch of the X5 series of its premium motorcycle and scooter tyre ranges –‘GRIPP’ and ‘ZOOM’ –which are engineered to deliver higher mileage, enhanced safety and superior performance for modern riding needs.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986417/ceat-kelani-launches-gripp-x5-and-zoom-x5-premium-motorcycle-tyres-for-lankan-roads/

[2026-04-29 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: DFCC Bank strengthens Middle East remittance through AlfaNow partnership - DailyNews

Snippet: DFCC Bank has entered into a partnership with AlfaNow in Dubai, expanding its remittance network across the Middle East and improving how Sri Lankans overseas send money home.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986442/dfcc-bank-strengthens-middle-east-remittance-through-alfanow-partnership/

[2026-04-29 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: JXG Title Sponsor of the Battle of the Golden Blues - DailyNews

Snippet: JXG (Janashakthi Group) reaffirmed its commitment to youth development and sports by returning as the Title Sponsor of the Battle of the Golden Blues for the third consecutive year. The much-anticipated big match between St. Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa and St. Anthony’s College, Wattala was held on 24 and 25 April at the P.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986329/jxg-title-sponsor-of-the-battle-of-the-golden-blues/

[2026-04-29 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ECHA appoints Sun Siyam Pasikudah GM Arshed Refai as President - DailyNews

Snippet: Hoteliers along Sri Lanka’s Eastern Coast gathered at Sun Siyam Pasikudah on April 10, to confirm a new chapter for the Eastern Coast Hotel Association (ECHA), by appointing Arshed Refai, General Manager of Sun Siyam Pasikudah, as its new President.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986377/echa-appoints-sun-siyam-pasikudah-gm-arshed-refai-as-president/

[2026-04-29 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: LB Finance secures USD 15 Mn from Enabling Qapital, strengthening commitment to inclusive finance - DailyNews

Snippet: LB Finance PLC has secured a USD 15 million senior debt facility from Enabling Qapital Ltd. (EQ), a Switzerland-based impact asset manager, marking another significant step in the Company’s strategic funding journey and reinforcing its commitment to advancing inclusive finance in Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986436/lb-finance-secures-usd-15-mn-from-enabling-qapital-strengthening-commitment-to-inclusive-finance/

[2026-04-29 05:31 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Unity Through Football Academy-champions

Snippet: The Lanka Sportreizen ,a leading organization in Sri Lanka’s Sporting and Sports Tourism Landscape, organized its newest Youth Sporting initiative “Copa Simha”, under 12 Football Tournament and was held on 25th and 26th April, 2026 at the D. S. Senanayake College Grounds in Colombo. The inaugural edition of Cops Simha Competition 26 teams participated in four groups.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986323/unity-through-football-academy-champions/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Kariyawasam seals overall win at Sampath Bank RCGC Medal

Snippet: RCGC Monthly Medal winners pose for a group photograph after the Sampath Bank RCGC Monthly Medal at the Royal Colombo Golf Club last weekend.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/sports/986320/kariyawasam-seals-overall-win-at-sampath-bank-rcgc-medal/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Shares – Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 28.04.2026 )

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986472/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-28-04-2026/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 28/04/2026 )

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986475/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-28-04-2026/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Exchange Rates ( Date 28.04.2026 )

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986478/exchange-rates-date-28-04-2026/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: IFC provides USD 18 Mn for 100 MW solar power facility

Snippet: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has provided USD 18 million to WindForce PLC to develop Sri Lanka’s first utility‑scale 100‑megawatt (MW) solar power facility, a landmark project that will accelerate the country’s energy transition, strengthen energy security, lower electricity costs and create thousands of jobs.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986542/ifc-provides-usd-18-mn-for-100-mw-solar-power-facility/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ASPI edges up by 8 points to close at 22,620

Snippet: Amid the volatile and uncertain global geopolitical backdrop, coupled with rising oil prices and cautious investor sentiment, the Colombo Bourse remained largely flat.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/business/986551/aspi-edges-up-by-8-points-to-close-at-22620/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Drowning in negligence - DailyNews

Snippet: Any life is precious. A person who drowns can die within minutes. An adult may lose consciousness in about two minutes underwater, while a small child can die within 30 seconds to two minutes. This is basic knowledge and not rocket science. Yet it has become a trend that many Sri Lankans lack even this level of awareness.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/editorial/986592/drowning-in-negligence/

[2026-04-29 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/2026/04/29/cartoon/986607/cartoon-of-the-day-862/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Pakistan - SL bilateral counter-terrorism exercise ‘Shake Hands-II’ begins - DailyNews

Snippet: Pakistan – Sri Lanka bilateral counter-terrorism exercise ‘Shake Hands-II’ has commenced as a joint military training initiative between the Armed Forces of both countries, Pakistan media reported.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/local/986729/pakistan-sl-bilateral-counter-terrorism-exercise-shake-hands-ii-begins/

[2026-04-29 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/2026/04/29/obituaries/986735/obituaries-658/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Five prison guards arrested over inmate’s death - DailyNews

Snippet: Five prison guards have been arrested so far in connection with the death of a remand prisoner at the Colombo Magazine Prison.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/lawnorder/986771/five-prison-guards-arrested-over-inmates-death/

[2026-04-29 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sacred Sri Maha Bodhi sapling presented ending Peace Walk - DailyNews

Snippet: The seven-day Buddhist Peace Walk ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ to promote peace, compassion, and nonviolence ended in Colombo yesterday. A special State ceremony was held at the Independence Square, with the participation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to mark the occasion. Here, the President officially handing over a sapling of the Sacred Sri Maha Bodhi to Venerable Pannakara Thera who led the delegation of Buddhist Monks who participated in the walk.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/29/photo-of-the-day/986807/sacred-sri-maha-bodhi-sapling-presented-ending-peace-walk/

[2026-04-28 22:33 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Abdul Razak M. Muzammil Becomes First Sri Lankan to Earn Global CAMA2 Certification

Snippet: In a historic milestone for Sri Lanka, Abdul Razak M. Muzammil has become the first Sri Lankan to be awarded the globally recognised CAMA² (Certified Asset Management Assessor) certification, setting a new benchmark for professional excellence in the country’s infrastructure and asset management sector.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/04/28/business/986414/abdul-razak-m-muzammil-becomes-first-sri-lankan-to-earn-global-cama2-certification/

[2026-04-28 22:22 UTC+10:00] [Sri Lanka] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Sri Lanka police arrest 22 Buddhist monks after 110kg of cannabis found in luggage

Snippet: Customs officials said group, mostly junior monks, were alleged to have concealed about five kilos of ‘kush’ within false walls in luggage

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/28/sri-lanka-police-buddhist-monks-cannabis-kush-airport