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    [2026-03-05 12:23 UTC+10:00] [World / Middle East] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Age
    Title: How the US sunk one of Iran’s most modern warships
    Snippet: The sinking of an Iranian warship in international waters off the coast of Sri Lanka is the first time since World War II that an American submarine has attacked a surface vessel. It also represents a dramatic widening of the scope of combat operations in the five-day-old war.
    Read full article: https://www.theage.com.au/world/middle-east/how-the-us-sunk-one-of-iran-s-most-modern-warships-20260305-p5o7p0.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed
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    [2026-03-05 09:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: ABC News
    Title: War widens as ship sunk near Sri Lanka, NATO shoots Türkiye-bound missile
    Snippet: The US has sunk an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka, and NATO air defences have shot down a missile fired towards Türkiye, as more countries are dragged into the international crisis fuelled by a widening war.
    Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-05/war-widens-as-iranian-warship-sunk-near-sri-lanka/106417690
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    [2026-03-05 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Politics of accountability - DailyNews
    Snippet: In a rare consensus between the Government and the opposition at that time, the resolution was passed unanimously. However, when steps were taken to remove the SLC administration headed by Shammi Silva, the International Cricket Council (ICC) intervened and suspended Sri Lanka from the Council.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/features/961474/politics-of-accountability/
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    [2026-03-05 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Ceylinco Life posts Rs. 44.18 Bn. income - DailyNews
    Snippet: Ceylinco Life has recorded its 22 nd consecutive year of market leadership in Sri Lanka’s life insurance industry, posting gross written premium income of Rs. 44.18 billion for the year ending December 31, 2025, achieving strong growth of 18.96 per cent.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961523/ceylinco-life-posts-rs-44-18-bn-income/
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    [2026-03-05 06:55 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: SBS News
    Title: Iran says US will 'bitterly regret' sinking ship in Indian Ocean as it trades strikes with Israel
    Snippet: Hospital authorities in the Sri Lankan port city of Galle said 87 bodies were brought in by military ‌rescuers. Source: AAP / Antonio Lacerda/EPA
    Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/middle-east-conflict-us-sinks-iranian-ship/dajpeegrq
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    [2026-03-05 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Digital ID and the new “Data State” - DailyNews
    Snippet: A decade ago, “identity card” in Sri Lanka meant a laminated card tucked behind a driving licence in the wallet, shown at a bank counter or Government desk. In early 2026, it is starting to look more like infrastructure that is a system sitting quietly behind daily life, opening doors to services, enabling payments, and (if things go wrong) creatin new forms of exclusion.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/general-opinion/961440/digital-id-and-the-new-data-state/
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    [2026-03-05 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sri Lanka complete successful Caribbean campaign - DailyNews
    Snippet: Opener Hasini Perera struck a composed unbeaten 52 off 59 balls as Sri Lanka Women secured a comfortable nine-wicket victory over West Indies Women to clinch the three-match T20I series 2–0 at the National Cricket Stadium in St George’s, Grenada on Tuesday.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/sports/961740/sri-lanka-complete-successful-caribbean-campaign/
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    [2026-03-05 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Dominant Wesley cruises to easy win - DailyNews
    Snippet: Wesley College, Colombo recorded a commanding 10-wicket victory over De Mazenod College, Kandana in their Under-19 Inter-Schools Two-Day Cricket Tournament fixture yesterday.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/sports/961743/dominant-wesley-cruises-to-easy-win/
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    [2026-03-05 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: The temple that knew her name - DailyNews
    Snippet: Early morning light falls as Geraldine Julian Falck steps into Ridee Viharaya premises. The name translates as the Silver Temple, though it is better known to Sri Lankans and visitors alike simply as Ridee Vihara, set in the village of Rideegama.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/features/961398/the-temple-that-knew-her-name/
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    [2026-03-05 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: President leads high-level discussion to study potential impact of war on SL’s economy - DailyNews
    Snippet: A discussion was held yesterday (04) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to examine the potential impact of the current war situation in the Middle East on Sri Lanka’s economy and to identify the urgent measures required to manage it effectively.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/local/961626/president-leads-high-level-discussion-to-study-potential-impact-of-war-on-sls-economy/
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    [2026-03-05 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: INSEE Cement restores limestone rail operations after Ditwah cyclone disruptions in Puttalam - DailyNews
    Snippet: INSEE Cement, one of Sri Lanka’s leading cement manufacturer and supplier and the only fully integrated cement plant in the country, announced the recommencement of limestone rail transportation from its Aruwakkalu quarry to the Puttalam plant following the restoration of the section of the railway line damaged by the recent Ditwah Cyclone.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961261/insee-cement-restores-limestone-rail-operations-after-ditwah-cyclone-disruptions-in-puttalam/
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    [2026-03-05 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: ComBank honoured as leader in sustainability reporting at ACCA Awards - DailyNews
    Snippet: Recognising Commercial Bank’s unwavering commitment to and strategic focus on building a sustainable future, the Bank has been named the Gold Award winner in the Banking Category and the Overall Runner-Up across all categories at the ACCA Sri Lanka Sustainability Reporting Awards 2025, in a significant endorsement of the Bank’s leadership in embedding sustainability into core banking strategy and operations.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961316/combank-honoured-as-leader-in-sustainability-reporting-at-acca-awards/
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    [2026-03-05 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Condolence Book for Iran’s Supreme Leader at Embassy - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Iran Embassy in Colombo on Tuesday announced that a book of condolence will remain opened at the Residence of the Ambassador at No. 222, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 7, from March 4 – 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. following the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/local/961566/condolence-book-for-irans-supreme-leader-at-embassy/
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    [2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General unveils Adventure Plus - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLICGL), Sri Lanka’s No. 1 general insurer and one of the country’s most trusted provider, has launched Adventure Plus, the first-of-its-kind personal accident cover designed exclusively for tourists visiting Sri Lanka, strengthening the tourism industry, and contributing to economic growth.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961246/sri-lanka-insurance-corporation-general-unveils-adventure-plus/
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    [2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: People’s Bank introduces digital payment ecosystem at University of Vavuniya - DailyNews
    Snippet: People’s Bank has partnered with the University of Vavuniya to introduce a fully digital payment and collection system, marking a significant step in advancing Sri Lanka’s digital economy by eliminating manual cash handling.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961255/peoples-bank-introduces-digital-payment-ecosystem-at-university-of-vavuniya/
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    [2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Altair Showrooms: strategically chosen by world’s leading automotive brands - DailyNews
    Snippet: Altair’s prominence on Colombo’s skyline is now mirrored at street level. A growing number of global automotive brands have strategically chosen to locate their flagship showrooms at Altair, drawn by its iconic architecture, prime positioning by Beira Lake and reputation as one of the city’s most prestigious addresses.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961296/altair-showrooms-strategically-chosen-by-worlds-leading-automotive-brands/
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    [2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Ozone, Foxygen Lanka launch at Architects Exhibition - DailyNews
    Snippet: Foxygen announced the launch of Ozone’s architectural hardware solutions in Sri Lanka as the exclusive distributor and channel partner, at the Architects Exhibition held at BMICH.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961336/ozone-foxygen-lanka-launch-at-architects-exhibition/
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    [2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Dian Gomes bags SILK award for outstanding service to Sri Lankan Sports - DailyNews
    Snippet: Dian Gomes, one of the most influential figures in Sri Lankan sport over the past two decades, has been honoured with the prestigious SILK award for the Most Outstanding Personal Contribution to promote sports in Sri Lanka, recognising a lifetime of leadership that transformed boxing, introduced fencing and created opportunities for hundreds of athletes across the country.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/sports/961364/dian-gomes-bags-silk-award-for-outstanding-service-to-sri-lankan-sports/
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    [2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Thalakiriyawa appointed Special Commissioner of Scout Association - DailyNews
    Snippet: Samith Thalakiriyawa, an officer of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service, has been appointed as the Special Commissioner in charge of Diplomatic Affairs and Strategic Projects of the Sri Lanka Scout Association.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/local/961603/thalakiriyawa-appointed-special-commissioner-of-scout-association/
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    [2026-03-05 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: ‘Not only Sallay, but Gota should be arrested too’- Marikkar - DailyNews
    Snippet: Colombo District SJB MP S.M. Marikkar stated in Parliament yesterday that not only retired Major General Suresh Sallay, but also former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa should be arrested if proven guilty of the Easter Sunday attacks.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/politics/961670/not-only-sallay-but-gota-should-be-arrested-too-marikkar/
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    [2026-03-05 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Union Assurance appoints Senath Jayatilake to Board of Directors - DailyNews
    Snippet: Union Assurance has appointment Executive Officer Senath Jayatilake to its Board of Directors as an Executive Director, effective February 23. The appointment has been approved by the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961270/union-assurance-appoints-senath-jayatilake-to-board-of-directors/
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    [2026-03-05 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: eChannelling wins Silver at TAGS Awards for integrity and sustainable leadership - DailyNews
    Snippet: eChannelling PLC, one of Sri Lanka’s pioneering digital healthcare platform and a fully owned subsidiary of Mobitel (Pvt) Ltd. has been honoured with the Silver Award in the Telecommunication and Digital Platform Companies category at the TAGS Awards 2025, organised by CA Sri Lanka, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961339/echannelling-wins-silver-at-tags-awards-for-integrity-and-sustainable-leadership/
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    [2026-03-05 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Kandy umpires re-elect Jaliya as President - DailyNews
    Snippet: Former Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala cricketer Jaliya Munasinghe has been re-elected as the President of the Association of Cricket Umpires in Sri Lanka (Central Province) in their 24th Annual General Meeting held at Kandy recently. The association was formed in April, 2002 and completes 24 years of service this year.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/sports/961319/kandy-umpires-re-elect-jaliya-as-president/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: DFCC Bank’s Blue Bond admitted to NSE International Exchange - DailyNews
    Snippet: DFCC Bank PLC (DFCC Bank) has completed the supplementary international listing of Sri Lanka’s first-ever Blue Bond on the NSE International Exchange (NSEIX) at GIFT City, India, becoming the first Blue Bond from Sri Lanka to be listed internationally and the first Blue Bond to be admitted on NSEIX.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961310/dfcc-banks-blue-bond-admitted-to-nse-international-exchange/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Volleyball selections at Wathupitiwala - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka Volleyball Federation will conduct section trials to form the pools for the forthcoming CAVA mens’ and women’s Volleyball Championships. The 2026 CAVA women’s championship will be held in Nepal from May 22 to 29 and the Sri Lanka women’s pool selection will be held on March 17 and 18 from 9.00am to 4.00pm on both days at the Wathupitiwala Indoor Stadium.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/sports/961395/volleyball-selections-at-wathupitiwala/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 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/2026/03/05/cartoon/961480/cartoon-of-the-day-822/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 04.03.2026 ) - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961493/shares-colombo-stock-exchange-market-statistics-on-04-03-2026/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Coconut ( Coconut Products – Prices on 04/03/2026 ) - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961496/coconut-coconut-products-prices-on-04-03-2026/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Exchange Rates ( Date 04.03.2026 ) - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961503/exchange-rates-date-04-03-2026/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: EDB engages German Business Leaders to promote Sri Lanka Expo 2026 - DailyNews
    Snippet: Vignettes of the event
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961548/edb-engages-german-business-leaders-to-promote-sri-lanka-expo-2026/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Bargain hunting lifts ASPI, following record 1,291-points plunge - DailyNews
    Snippet: Following yesterday’s 1,291 points plunge in the market, triggered by the outbreak of the Iran–Israel conflict that led to panic selling and a temporary trading halt, the Colombo Bourse recorded modest gains yesterday,
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/business/961569/bargain-hunting-lifts-aspi-following-record-1291-points-plunge/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Middle East conflict threatens SL tea exports - DailyNews
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s tea exporters are facing fresh uncertainty as regional conflict disrupts shipping routes to the Middle East while Iran’s currency crisis and banking restrictions continue to complicate the country’s tea-for-oil barter trade with Tehran.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/local/961582/middle-east-conflict-threatens-sl-tea-exports/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Sunil Siriwardhena mastered multiple innovative ventures - DailyNews
    Snippet: Rather than simply continuing the Sri Lankan traditional, rural, familial, orthodox brick and tile making, Sunil Siriwardhena made unbelievable adventurous strides. A lifetime of a high level rarely touched commercial activities invading and successfully developing was his landmark.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/local/961613/sunil-siriwardhena-mastered-multiple-innovative-ventures/
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    [2026-03-05 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: President reviews national measures to safeguard tourists, migrant workers - DailyNews
    Snippet: A meeting to review the measures currently in place to ensure the safety and welfare of the tourists and Sri Lankan migrant workers, as well as the next steps to be taken in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, was held at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/05/local/961676/president-reviews-national-measures-to-safeguard-tourists-migrant-workers/
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    [2026-03-05 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: AP News
    Title: Study says millions more are exposed to rising seas than thought
    Snippet: Dilrukshan Kumara looks at the ocean as he stands by the remains of his family’s home in Iranawila, Sri Lanka, June 15, 2023. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena, File)
    Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/sea-level-rise-climate-change-flooding-warming-59bb59d2fe839224a10bd28d604b5d95
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    [2026-03-05 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: The Manila Times
    Title: Sri Lanka rescues 32 sailors from sunk Iranian warship
    Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page
    Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/05/world/asia-oceania/sri-lanka-rescues-32-sailors-from-sunk-iranian-warship/2292963
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    [2026-03-05 02:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: AP News
    Title: Sri Lanka recupera 87 cuerpos de un buque de guerra iraní hundido por un submarino de EEUU
    Snippet: El buque de guerra iraní IRIS Dena en la bahía de Bengala durante la Revisión Internacional de la Flota celebrada en Visakhapatnam, India, el 18 de febrero de 2026. (Foto AP)
    Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/sri-lanka-iran-eeuu-submarino-pentagono-2fdd8d2871a8108de39858c9115fa6c2
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    [2026-03-05 01:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: RT News
    Title: US submarine sank Iranian warship – Hegseth
    Snippet: A US submarine sank an Iranian Navy frigate in the Indian Ocean on Monday, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has said. Earlier media reports indicated that the IRIS Dena was struck about 40 nautical miles off the city of Galle in southwestern Sri Lanka, with dozens of crew members rescued by the Sri Lankan Navy.
    Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/633779-hegseth-us-submarine-sank-iranian-warship/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS
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    [2026-03-05 01:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: AP News
    Title: Sri Lanka's navy says an Iranian warship has sunk off the coast of the Indian Ocean island
    Snippet: Iranian warship IRIS Dena is seen in the Bay of Bengal during International Fleet Review held at Visakhapatnam, India, Feb. 18, 2026. (AP Photo)
    Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/sri-lanka-iran-middle-east-ship-sinking-69191dde43154c5176a8aeacc9128748
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    [2026-03-05 00:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: AP News
    Title: Pakistan drops Babar and Ayub for ODI series against Bangladesh
    Snippet: Pakistan’s Babar Azam, left, warms up before the start of the T20 World Cup cricket match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Pallekele, Sri Lanka, Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena)
    Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/pakistan-bangladesh-odis-b355ecd901dbc42a001edb606a81bc54
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    [2026-03-05 00:33 UTC+10:00] [US-Israel war on Iran] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Guardian Australia
    Title: US submarine sank Iranian warship off Sri Lanka’s coast, Hegseth says
    Snippet: Defence secretary confirms strike on Iris Dena in first US attack on Iranian forces outside Middle East during conflict
    Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/04/us-submarine-torpedo-iran-warship-sri-lanka-coast-pete-hegseth
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    [2026-03-04 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: New York Post
    Title: Iranian naval ship carrying 180 onboard sinks off Sri Lankan coast, leaving dozens missing, 32 rescued
    Snippet: A top Sri Lankan official says 32 people have been rescued from a sinking Iranian naval ship off Sri Lanka’s southern coast have been admitted to a hospital.
    Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/04/world-news/iranian-naval-ship-carrying-180-onboard-sinks-off-sri-lankan-coast-32-rescued/
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    [2026-03-04 23:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Al Jazeera
    Title: At least 100 people missing after Iranian military ship sinks off Sri Lanka
    Snippet: Sri Lanka says it has recovered several bodies and rescued 32 wounded sailors after an Iranian military ship sank just outside the island’s territorial waters.
    Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/4/at-least-100-missing-after-iranian-military-ship-sinks-off-sri-lanka-coast
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    [2026-03-04 22:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Middle East Eye
    Title: Sri Lanka recovers bodies after Iranian frigate sinks
    Snippet: Sri Lanka’s navy says it has recovered several bodies after an Iranian naval vessel sank off the country’s southern coast following a reported explosion.
    Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/sri-lanka-recovers-bodies-after-iranian-frigate-sinks
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    [2026-03-04 22:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Iranian vessel rescued off Galle; Navy says no evidence of attack yet - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Sri Lanka Navy has rejected circulating claims that a rescued Iranian vessel was attacked by a submarine during a government press briefing today (04).
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/local/961329/iranian-vessel-rescued-off-galle-navy-says-no-evidence-of-attack-yet/
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    [2026-03-04 20:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Japan to bolster Sri Lanka’s public transport with Low-Floor Bus grant - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Cabinet has officially approved the acquisition of eight used low-floor buses, provided as a grant from the Japanese government to enhance Sri Lanka’s public transport infrastructure.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/local/961226/japan-to-bolster-sri-lankas-public-transport-with-low-floor-bus-grant/
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    [2026-03-04 20:50 UTC+10:00] [Indian Ocean] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: South China Morning Post
    Title: Sri Lanka rescues 32 ‘critically wounded’ sailors from sunk Iranian warship
    Snippet: The 180-crew frigate had issued a distress call at dawn
    Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3345425/sri-lanka-rescues-32-critically-wounded-sailors-sunk-iranian-warship
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    [2026-03-04 20:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: Cabinet approves four year plan to phase out Import Cess - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Cabinet has greenlit a strategic proposal to phase out the cess on imported goods over a four-year period, aiming to lower production costs and revitalize Sri Lanka’s export-led growth.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/local/961212/cabinet-approves-four-year-plan-to-phase-out-import-cess/
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    [2026-03-04 20:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: RT News
    Title: Sri Lankan Navy rescues 30 sailors from distressed Iranian frigate
    Snippet: The Sri Lankan Navy has rescued 30 Iranians from the sinking IRIS Dena warship, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath said on Wednesday.
    Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/633720-sri-lankan-navy-rescues-30/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS
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    [2026-03-04 18:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
    Source: Daily News
    Title: “Obligated to save lives”: FM Vijitha Herath on Iranian ship rescue - DailyNews
    Snippet: The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, said today in Parliament that the Sri Lanka Navy and Air Force conducted a rescue operation to save 30 crew members from the Iranian naval vessel IRIS Dena.
    Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/04/local/961197/obligated-to-save-lives-fm-vijitha-herath-on-iranian-ship-rescue/
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