Topic: Sri Lanka — Neutral reports only
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[2026-04-06 05:47 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Christ King College Ja Ela and Kegalu Vidyalaya advanced to the semi finals of the Under 19 division Two Tier ‘B’ inter schools 2- day cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by the Sri Lanka Cricket.
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[2026-04-06 05:46 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The United Kingdom’s revised Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), effective from January 2026, presents a clear opportunity for Sri Lanka’s apparel sector. It is particularly significant for small and medium-sized exporters, offering them a stronger footing in a key market.
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[2026-04-06 05:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Yasodara Vidyalaya Colombo, St. Anthony’s Balika Maha Vidyalaya Panadura and Kanthale Central College advanced to the semi final of the Under 19 Girl’s Division Two Inter Schools Cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket.
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[2026-04-06 05:45 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Agriculture in Sri Lanka holds significant untapped potential due to its favourable climatic conditions, and a strategic, science-based approach is needed to fully harness these advantages, according to Prof. Ashoka Jayaweera Bandara.
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[2026-04-06 05:45 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Railway Department said that train services on the Northern Railway Line, which was damaged by Cyclone Ditwah, from Colombo Fort to Kankesanturai will fully resume from April 9.
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[2026-04-06 05:44 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Sumangala College Panadura, Maliyadeva College Kurunegala and Wesley College Colombo advanced to the semi final of the under 19 Division One tier ‘A’ inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with the sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket.
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[2026-04-06 05:40 UTC+10:00] [General Opinion] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka is burning alive ! This is the best way to describe current hot weather conditions experienced by all Sri Lankans these days. The sun is extremely powerful and people suffer under the extremely hot weather. No rain reported from anywhere in the country during the recent past. But it seems a section of our country totally ignores this (sometimes) fatal condition and puts the lives of innocent children, pets etc in danger.
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[2026-04-06 05:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka Police stated that they have arrested 906 suspects on Saturday (4) under the ‘Ratama Ekata’ islandwide drug prevention operation. They added that detention orders have been obtained against 15 suspects, while investigations into illegal assets have been initiated against 12 others.
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[2026-04-06 05:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In January 2026, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani stood alongside Governor Kathy Hochul to announce a landmark step toward universal free childcare for all children under five in New York City. On day eight of his administration, Mamdani declared: “Raising a child takes a village; and it takes a city government willing to step up and tackle the child care crisis head-on.” The programme he is implementing – free childcare for two-year-olds, expanding to cover all children from six
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[2026-04-06 05:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: My loving first cousin, Lionel Fernando’s first love cricket is more than just a sport. It transcends boundaries and unites hearts. It is not just about the players on the field, it is a celebration of talent, hard work, and passion. Lionel epitomized all these qualities in the arena of cricket and achieved much more.
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[2026-04-06 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Ministry of Justice and National Integration launched its new Management Information System (MIS) and revamped website, marking a significant milestone in ongoing efforts to modernise Sri Lanka’s justice sector and strengthen institutional efficiency, transparency, and accountability.
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[2026-04-06 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Representatives of the Sri Lanka–Benelux Business Council (SLBBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recently paid a courtesy call on Wiebe De Boer, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Sri Lanka.
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[2026-04-06 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Forbes Marshall Lanka, a market leader in steam engineering and energy conservation solutions in Sri Lanka, has won the Gold Flame in the Energy Efficiency Improvement category of the Best Energy Services Company Award at the Sri Lanka National Energy Efficiency Awards 2025.
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[2026-04-06 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: United Motors Lanka PLC opened its workshop facility in Batticaloa, further strengthening its regional footprint and reaffirming its commitment to delivering reliable, accessible and high-quality aftersales support to customers in the Eastern Province.
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[2026-04-06 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: St. Joseph’s College Colombo will meet Prince of Wales College Moratuwa in the semi final of the under 19 Division One tier ‘A’ inter schools two Day Cricket tournament at DHH Cricket ground Madampella from today.
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[2026-04-06 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: During an official visit to Moscow, Transport, Highways and Urban Development Minister Bimal Rathnayake engaged in a series of high-level meetings to strengthen bilateral co-operation and explore new avenues of partnership between Sri Lanka and the Russian Federation.
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[2026-04-06 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Venerable Dr. Kirinde Assaji Thera, Chief Incumbent of the Gangaramaya Temple in Hunupitiya, Colombo, and Sanghanayaka of the Western Province, received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Canterbury Christ Church University in the United Kingdom on April 1.
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[2026-04-06 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) General Secretary Duminda Dissanayake yesterday said Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa attended the launch of Udaya Gammanpila’s book ‘The Mastermind of the Easter Attack’ and was seated in front of him.
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[2026-04-06 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A foreign passenger who attempted to illegally smuggle 48.6 kilogrammes of Kothala Himbutu out of Sri Lanka by concealing it in his luggage has been arrested by Customs officers on duty at the Departure Terminal of Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake on Thursday (2).
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[2026-04-06 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: On the apparent northward relative motion of the sun, it is going to be directly over the latitudes of Sri Lanka during April 5 to 15, the Meteorology Department said.
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[2026-04-06 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Colombo South Divisional Criminal Investigation Bureau has arrested a dismissed Police sergeant in connection with the disappearance of 57 case goods (Court productions) from the Borella Police.
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[2026-04-06 05:32 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Deputy High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Southern India in Chennai Ganesanathan Geathiswaran on Sunday (April 5, 2026) rejected claims he took part in a meeting with fishermen hosted by any political party.
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[2026-04-06 05:32 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The High Commission of Sri Lanka in Dhaka facilitated the safe repatriation of six Sri Lankan fishermen who were released by the authorities of Bangladesh as a gesture of humanitarian goodwill and in the spirit of the long-standing cordial relations between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
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[2026-04-06 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Editorial] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The world is facing the challenge of importing fuel due to the armed conflicts in the Middle East. Sri Lanka has to bear the brunt of it. To manage limited stocks and minimise consumption, many countries have adopted strategic measures. The immediate benefit of saving money aside, fuel conservation is already an option without choice in terms of ensuring an uninterrupted supply of electricity.
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[2026-04-06 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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[2026-04-05 13:36 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has extended Easter greetings to the people of Sri Lanka, highlighting hope, renewal, and the importance of justice and unity.
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[2026-04-05 12:51 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya has extended Easter greetings to Christian devotees in Sri Lanka and around the world, wishing them a blessed Easter filled with peace, happiness and blessings.
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[2026-04-05 12:29 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has extended Easter greetings to Christian devotees in Sri Lanka and around the world, emphasising the importance of hope, unity and compassion.
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[2026-04-04 22:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya describes the current state of bilateral relations with China as entering a 'stronger chapter' grounded in mutual respect, commitment and trust. In an interview with China Media Group (CMG) aired on April 3, 2026, Amarasuriya emphasized the enduring friendship between the two countries and expressed confidence that the relationship is poised for even greater stability.
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[2026-04-04 10:00 UTC+10:00] [India] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: Ripple effects of oil and fertiliser shortage felt by farmers in India and Sri Lanka despite governments saying there is enough stock to go round
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[2026-04-04 06:47 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The World Bank Group and the Government of Sri Lanka today launched a new five-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF) to support Sri Lanka’s continued recovery, help achieve its 7% medium-term economic growth target, and support job creation.
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[2026-04-04 06:44 UTC+10:00] [Local] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A discussion on providing state patronage for the “Walk for Peace Programme in Sri Lanka” was held on Thursday (2) at the Presidential Secretariat, with the participation of a group of the monks who undertook a 110-day peace walk across 10 states from Texas to Washington in the United States.
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[2026-04-04 06:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Oil fields burn, bodies stink in rubble of destroyed cities, millions of Third World migrant workers (and children) panic and, globally, the poor either suffer worsening starvation or, anticipate food insecurity. Many countries in the Global South have already declared ‘energy emergencies’ or similar national contingencies, with Sri Lanka among the world’s early responders (already burdened with a financial crisis).
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[2026-04-04 06:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka produced a strong and clinical performance to record a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Bangladesh in their second match of the Men’s Asian Games Qualifier 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand yesterday, following their impressive 3-1 win against Uzbekistan on the previous day.
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[2026-04-04 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Lumbini College, Colombo produced a superb second-half fight back to defeat Dharmaraja College, Kandy 17-10 and clinch the Prime Minister’s Trophy in the Dialog Schools Under-19 Knockout Rugby Tournament 2026 final played at the Royal Sports Complex in Colombo yesterday, after trailing 7-10 at half time.
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[2026-04-04 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A solo exhibition by emerging Sri Lankan artist Ponnaiyah Peter titled Mayfly will be on view from 3–25 April 2026, open Monday to Saturday from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Barefoot Gallery, Colombo 4.
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[2026-04-04 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: “Iran has consistently emphasised its commitment to the principles of freedom of navigation and maritime security. However, Iran also underscores that such freedoms must be exercised with full respect for its sovereignty and sovereign rights as a coastal state”, said Iranian Ambassador in Colombo Alireza Delkhosh.
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[2026-04-04 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: “Chuck Norris” Most of the kids and youngsters in Sri Lanka, who were kids at the beginning of the 80s, jokingly called him “Chuck Notharis” ( The Sinhala meaning of “Notharis” is “Notary Public😊”.) But his real name is Carlos Ray Norris. He was born on March 10, 1940 in Ryan, a beautiful village in Oklahoma, USA .
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[2026-04-04 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has appointed Ryan van Niekerk as National Bowling Coach and Jordan Gregory as National Fielding and Spin Bowling Coach. Both will oversee their respective areas across all national teams.
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[2026-04-04 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Mahanama College Colombo scored 244 runs for 9 wickets in 80 overs at close on day two against defending joint champion Royal College Colombo in the quarter final of the under 19 Division One tier ‘A’ inter schools Cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket at DHH Cricket ground Madampella Katana yesterday.
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[2026-04-04 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Eleventh round of Bilateral Political Consultations between Sri Lanka and Russia was convened at the Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Ministry in Colombo on Thursday (2). Both sides reviewed the broad spectrum of relations between the two countries and discussed future measures to enhance the scope and depth of the relationship.
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[2026-04-04 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: As widely expected, the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) announced an electricity fare hike from April 1. This was inevitable due to several factors, including the prolonged drought, higher prices for Diesel and Naptha needed for thermal power generation and the lack of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to store excess solar energy.
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[2026-04-04 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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[2026-04-04 04:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Journalist Bhakthi Dharmapriya Mendis has passed away while receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit of the National Hospital in Colombo following a serious road accident. He was 47 years old at the time of his death.
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[2026-04-04 02:23 UTC+10:00] [Colombo] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Among those arrested in a raid on a hotel rented by Chinese men in the coastal town of Chilaw were 133 Chinese people
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[2026-04-04 01:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLIC Life) was recognised at the prestigious ‘Great Managers Awards 2025’, held on 26th March 2026 at Cinnamon Grand, Colombo, marking a significant milestone as the first State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) to receive this recognition.
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[2026-04-03 19:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Nikkei Asia
Snippet: Medical personnel and Sri Lanka Navy sailors provide emergency treatment to an injured Iranian crew member rescued after responding to a distress call from the Iranian military ship IRIS Dena, torpedoed by a U.S. Navy submarine while in the Indian Ocean near Sri Lanka, on March 4. © Reuters
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[2026-04-03 15:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Veteran journalist Bakthi Dharmapriya Mendis passed away today following a tragic accident that occurred in Athruguriya. He had been under treatment at the Colombo National Hospital.
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[2026-04-03 07:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently convened a high-level meeting between the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and a broad cross-section of Sri Lanka’s export industry to discuss the current fuel distribution mechanism and its impact on the export sector.
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[2026-04-03 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka has met all targets set under programme – President Welcomes measured decisions to address pressures
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