[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Barista’s ‘Share a Meal’ campaign brings hope to children raising Rs 6.78 Mn across Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: Café chain, Barista Sri Lanka, reaffirmed its commitment to community upliftment with the successful conclusion of its annual “Share a Meal” campaign, conducted for the sixth consecutive year in partnership with SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/business/939506/baristas-share-a-meal-campaign-brings-hope-to-children-raising-rs-6-78-mn-across-sri-lanka/

[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: People’s Leasing & Finance celebrates excellence at Premier Awards 2024/25 - DailyNews

Snippet: People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC) hosted its annual Premier Awards Ceremony on January 17, 2026 in Colombo with over 1,000 invitees, recognizing outstanding Branches and individuals who demonstrated exceptional performance during the financial year 2024/25.This year award ceremony themed was honoring an unstoppable journey of excellence.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/business/939494/peoples-leasing-finance-celebrates-excellence-at-premier-awards-2024-25/

[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SL community in Maryland donates Rs. 5.2 Mn to Rebuild Sri Lanka Fund - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lankan community residing in Maryland, USA, donated another Rs. 5.2 million to the Rebuild Sri Lanka Fund to support Government initiatives aimed at restoring the lives of those affected by Cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/local/939568/sl-community-in-maryland-donates-rs-5-2-mn-to-rebuild-sri-lanka-fund/

[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SLIM Effie Awards Sri Lanka 2025 receives highest number of entries - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) announces a defining milestone for the country’s marketing, advertising and creative sectors, as Effie Awards Sri Lanka 2025 records the highest number of entries crossing 300+ submissions.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/business/939769/slim-effie-awards-sri-lanka-2025-receives-highest-number-of-entries/

[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Insurance Life recognises top sales achievers at Star Awards - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLIC Life) recently hosted its Star Awards 2025 at Cinnamon Life, Colombo, dedicated to recognising exceptional sales excellence.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/business/939772/sri-lanka-insurance-life-recognises-top-sales-achievers-at-star-awards/

[2026-01-26 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: LOLC Finance launches short-term fixed deposits with higher returns - DailyNews

Snippet: LOLC Finance, Sri Lanka’s largest Non-Bank Financial Institution (NBFI), announced the launch of its Exclusive Short-Term Fixed Deposits, offering 4-month and 7-month maturity options at some of the most attractive and competitive interest rates in the market.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/business/939775/lolc-finance-launches-short-term-fixed-deposits-with-higher-returns/

[2026-01-26 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Indian SC live-streaming gets praise from Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: Justice A.H.M. Dilip Nawaz of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka on Saturday said that after watching live proceedings of the Supreme Court of India, he mooted live streaming of proceedings of Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/local/939812/indian-sc-live-streaming-gets-praise-from-lanka/

[2026-01-26 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Port City Colombo moves into active development  - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most ambitious urban development project reached a critical execution milestone, as construction officially commenced on the first residential development within Port City Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/business/939571/port-city-colombo-moves-into-active-development/

[2026-01-26 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/2026/01/26/cartoon/939682/cartoon-of-the-day-792/

[2026-01-26 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sumangalian Neksha hits unbeaten double ton - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Sumangala College Panadura beat St. Sylvester’s College Kandy by innings and 72 runs in their under 19 two-day inter schools cricket match conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with the sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/26/sports/939915/sumangalian-neksha-hits-unbeaten-double-ton/

[2026-01-25 18:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: South Korea’s ‘Jokgu’ officially introduced to Sri Lanka’s sporting arena - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka marked a new milestone in its sporting history yesterday (24th) with the official inauguration of Jokgu, a popular South Korean sport, at the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/25/breaking-news/939420/south-koreas-jokgu-officially-introduced-to-sri-lankas-sporting-arena/

[2026-01-25 03:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Joe Root stars as England clinch five wicket win over Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: England secured a clinical five-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the second ODI, chasing down a target of 220 with 3.4 overs to spare.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/breaking-news/939376/joe-root-stars-as-england-slinch-five-wicket-win-over-sri-lanka/

[2026-01-24 22:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Dialog Brings the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 Closer to Sri Lankans - DailyNews

Snippet: Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, hosted an event to mark the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026, bringing together stakeholders and cricket enthusiasts as Sri Lanka looks ahead to one of the world’s most anticipated sporting events.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/business/939333/dialog-brings-the-icc-mens-t20-cricket-world-cup-2026-closer-to-sri-lankans/

[2026-01-24 20:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Foreign Ministers of Sri Lanka and Venezuela hold telephone conversation - DailyNews

Snippet: The Foreign Ministry states that Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath had a telephone conversation with Venezuelan Foreign Minister Ivan Gil Pinto yesterday (23).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/local/939348/foreign-ministers-of-sri-lanka-and-venezuela-hold-telephone-conversation/

[2026-01-24 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Wellalage dedicates Player of the Match award to his late father - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka all-rounder Dunith Wellalage dedicated his Player of the Match award to his late father following his match-winning all-round performance in the first ODI against England at the R. Premadasa Stadium.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/sports/939121/wellalage-dedicates-player-of-the-match-award-to-his-late-father/

[2026-01-24 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sustained economic recovery driven by reform - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on Thursday re-affirmed Sri Lanka’s commitment to sustained economic recovery driven by reform, stability, and international partnership during a series of meetings held with the members of Swiss business community and Sri Lankan entrepreneurs and professionals based in Switzerland on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/breaking-news/939223/sustained-economic-recovery-driven-by-reform/

[2026-01-24 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ICC Men’s World Cup Trophy on display in Colombo - DailyNews

Snippet: The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy was displayed to the media yesterday morning at the SSC Grounds as part of the Sri Lanka leg of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy Tour.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/sports/939141/icc-mens-world-cup-trophy-on-display-in-colombo/

[2026-01-24 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Clean starts for Kannangara, Perera in YETI SSC Open - DailyNews

Snippet: Nevan Kannangara and Mayanka Perera delivered composed and efficient performances to advance in the Boys Under-18 first round of the YETI SSC Open Tennis Championship 2026, which continued at the SSC Tennis Courts in Maitland Place, Colombo, yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/sports/939148/clean-starts-for-kannangara-perera-in-yeti-ssc-open/

[2026-01-24 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SLPA begins CECT’s Berth 3 operations - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) yesterday commenced operations at Berth Number 3 of the Colombo East Container Terminal (CECT), marking a major milestone in the ongoing expansion and modernization of the Port of Colombo and reinforcing its role as a leading regional maritime hub.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/breaking-news/939234/slpa-begins-cects-berth-3-operations/

[2026-01-24 06:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Under-19 Two-Day : Sebastianites bounce back against Richmond Galle - DailyNews

Snippet: St. Sebastian’s College Moratuwa produced a strong response to record a six-wicket victory over Richmond College Galle in their Under-19 Two-Day Inter-Schools Cricket Tournament fixture conducted by the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association, with Sri Lanka Cricket sponsorship, yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/sports/939154/under-19-two-day-sebastianites-bounce-back-against-richmond-galle/

[2026-01-24 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Australian paceman Byrum sends Sri Lanka crashing to 58 all out - DailyNews

Snippet: Paceman Will Byrum produced a devastating spell of fast bowling as Australia Under 19 recorded an emphatic nine wicket win over Sri Lanka Under 19 in their ICC Under 19 World Cup Group A fixture played in Windhoek, Namibia, yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/sports/939161/australian-paceman-byrum-sends-sri-lanka-crashing-to-58-all-out/

[2026-01-24 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: CAASL to introduce licencing system for drone pilots - DailyNews

Snippet: The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) is set to introduce a licensing system for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operators engaged in commercial and professional activities.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/local/939285/caasl-to-introduce-licencing-system-for-drone-pilots/

[2026-01-24 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SOLA Festival returns - DailyNews

Snippet: SOLA Festival returns to Sri Lanka’s south coast as an evolving cultural movement, continuing its mission to redefine festivals through community collaboration, sustainability, and conscious design. The festival will take place on the 30th and 31st of January at The Doctor’s House, Madiha.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/culture-art/939022/sola-festival-returns/

[2026-01-24 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Contributions to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund’ exceeds Rs. 8.5Bn – Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma - DailyNews

Snippet: Finance Ministry Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, said yesterday, that the contributions to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund from Sri Lankan business entities and citizens have exceeded Rs. 8.5 billion.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/local/938966/contributions-to-rebuilding-sri-lanka-fund-exceeds-rs-8-5bn-dr-harshana-suriyapperuma/

[2026-01-24 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Champika’s writ petition dismissed - DailyNews

Snippet: The Court of Appeal on Wednesday decided to dismiss a writ petition filed by former MP Patali Champika Ranawaka, challenging the legality of the indictments filed against him before the Colombo High Court in connection with a 2016 motor accident in Rajagiriya.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/lawnorder/939173/champikas-writ-petition-dismissed/

[2026-01-24 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: PCoI invites public complaints, information on alleged corruption and fraud at CMC - DailyNews

Snippet: The Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) appointed to investigate alleged irregularities at the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has commenced calling for public complaints and information relating to the period from 2010 to 2025. The Commission will examine alleged acts of corruption, fraud, criminal breach of trust, abuse or misuse of power, Government resources and privileges, unlawful recruitments and appointments, violations of procurement guidelines, irregularities in the leasing or renting of movable and immovable properties, legal actions and settlements carried out

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/local/939099/pcoi-invites-public-complaints-information-on-alleged-corruption-and-fraud-at-cmc/

[2026-01-24 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Vivekananda College, Colombo to mark centenary with postage stamp and first day cover in March - DailyNews

Snippet: A series of programmes, including the issuance of a new postage stamp and a first day cover, has been organised to mark the centenary of Vivekananda College, Colombo. The event will take place on March 24. Established on March 24, 1926, Vivekananda College was the first Tamil-medium school in Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/local/938949/vivekananda-college-colombo-to-mark-centenary-with-postage-stamp-and-first-day-cover-in-march/

[2026-01-24 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: HelpAge Sri Lanka celebrates 40th Anniversary - DailyNews

Snippet: HelpAge Sri Lanka (HASL) one of the leading social service organisations in the country that provides free cataract surgeries and other free health care services for less-privileged elderly citizens will celebrate its 40th anniversary at its head office No. 102, Pemananda Mawatha, Raththanapitiya, Boralesgamuwa next Monday (26).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/local/939114/helpage-sri-lanka-celebrates-40th-anniversary/

[2026-01-24 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Russian alumni host free medical camp for flood victims - DailyNews

Snippet: A medical camp organized jointly by the Association of Sri Lankan Graduates from Socialist Countries (ASLGSC), together with the Gothatuwa Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Office and the Project Management Institute (PMI), will be held on Saturday, January 24starting from 9a.m., at the GalwanaViharaya, Mulleriyawa to support communities affected by the recent floods caused by the DITWA cyclone.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/features/939028/russian-alumni-host-free-medical-camp-for-flood-victims-2/

[2026-01-24 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Cartoon of the week - DailyNews

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

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/features/939059/cartoon-of-the-week-2/

[2026-01-24 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Embassy in Doha recovers over Rs.197 Mn in compensation in 2025 - DailyNews

Snippet: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Doha recovered a total of Rs.197.71 Mn in 2025 compensation on behalf of the Next of Kins (NOKs) of Sri Lankan nationals who had passed away in Qatar. The recovered compensations were remitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism at Colombo for disbursement to the respective NOKs.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/24/local/939180/sri-lanka-embassy-in-doha-recovers-over-rs-197-mn-in-compensation-in-2025/

[2026-01-23 21:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Indictments filed against Former Minister Chamara Sampath - DailyNews

Snippet: The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) informed the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (Jan 23) that indictments have been filed against former Minister Chamara Sampath Dassanayake in the Colombo High Court.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938917/indictments-filed-against-former-minister-chamara-sampath/

[2026-01-23 21:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka launches ‘CROPIX’: A new digital era for agriculture - DailyNews

Snippet: The Ministry of Agriculture, in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, officially launched the CROPIX National Digital Platform yesterday at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938910/sri-lanka-launches-cropix-a-new-digital-era-for-agriculture/

[2026-01-23 21:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: 42 Arogya Health and Wellness Centers set to open to the public - DailyNews

Snippet: The Ministry of Health and Mass Media is set to launch the second phase of the “HEALTHY SRI LANKA” pilot project tomorrow (Jan 24), marking a significant step in the program to establish 1,000 Health and Wellness Centers island-wide.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938903/42-arogya-health-and-wellness-centers-set-to-open-to-the-public/

[2026-01-23 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Anusha Pelpita remanded - DailyNews

Snippet: Former Director General of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC), Anusha Palpita, has been remanded until February 6 after being produced before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (Jan 23).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938892/anusha-pelpita-remanded/

[2026-01-23 21:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Colombo Port’s East Container Terminal expands with third berth - DailyNews

Snippet: The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) marked a major operational milestone today with the commissioning of the third berth at the Colombo East Container Terminal (ECT). The expansion is set to significantly boost the Port of Colombo’s capacity as a premier regional transhipment hub.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938885/colombo-ports-east-container-terminal-expands-with-third-berth/

[2026-01-23 20:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Nilgala, Sri Lanka’s second largest forest, officially designated a protected reserve - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s second largest forest, Nilgala Forest, spanning 40,684.99 hectares, has officially been declared a protected reserve, with the gazette notification issued under the Vanaspathi National Programme to coincide with World Environment Day 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938878/nilgala-sri-lankas-second-largest-forest-officially-designated-a-protected-reserve/

[2026-01-23 20:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sixteen Sri Lankan students awarded Belt and Road Ambassador scholarships - DailyNews

Snippet: The OCCFC Belt and Road Ambassador Scholarship-Special Fund Management Committee in Beijing, in collaboration with the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, has officially announced the winners of this year’s Belt and Road Ambassador Scholarship program.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938869/sixteen-sri-lankan-students-awarded-belt-and-road-ambassador-scholarships/

[2026-01-23 19:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: China offers 100 electric buses to help reduce air pollution in Sri Lanka - DailyNews

Snippet: China has announced plans to provide Sri Lanka with 100 modern electric buses in the near future, as part of efforts to support environmentally friendly transport and reduce air pollution.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938855/china-offers-100-electric-buses-to-help-reduce-air-pollution-in-sri-lanka/

[2026-01-23 19:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Civil Security Department members donate day’s salary to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund - DailyNews

Snippet: Members of the Civil Security Department have donated a day’s salary to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund, which was established to restore livelihoods and rebuild the country following the devastation caused by cyclone Ditwah.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938843/civil-security-department-members-donate-a-days-salary-to-rebuilding-sri-lanka-fund/

[2026-01-23 18:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Former Mass Media Secretary Anusha Palpita arrested in bribery case - DailyNews

Snippet: Former Secretary to the Ministry of Mass Media and ex-Chairman of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL), Anusha Palpita, was arrested today (23) in connection with a bribery case by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938829/former-mass-media-secretary-anusha-palpita-arrested-in-bribery-case/

[2026-01-23 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: "I Know He Is Watching": Dunith Wellalage dedicates his award to late father - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lankan all-rounder Dunith Wellalage delivered a heartfelt tribute to his late father after being named Player of the Match in Sri Lanka’s thrilling 19-run victory over England in the first ODI.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/breaking-news/938819/i-know-he-is-watching-dunith-wellalage-dedicates-his-award-to-late-father/

[2026-01-23 17:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: PM Harini returns from Davos concluding successful discussions at WEF - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and her delegation returned to Sri Lanka this morning (23 ) following a successful four-day official visit to the 2026 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938809/pm-harini-returns-from-davos-concluding-successful-discussions-at-wef/

[2026-01-23 15:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Bay One Residences Colombo launched as first residential project in Port City - DailyNews

Snippet: Bay One Residences Colombo was launched yesterday (22) as the first residential development in the Colombo Port City special economic zone. Developed by ICC Port City (Pvt) Ltd and backed by ICC’s 45-year legacy in engineering and construction, the project sets a new benchmark for residential development within Sri Lanka’s most ambitious urban precinct.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/breaking-news/938761/bay-one-residences-colombo-launched-as-first-residential-project-in-port-city/

[2026-01-23 15:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: PCoI invites public complaints, info on alleged corruption, fraud at CMC - DailyNews

Snippet: The Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) appointed to investigate alleged irregularities at the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has commenced calling for public complaints and information relating to the period from 2010 to 2025.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/local/938616/pcoi-invites-public-complaints-info-on-alleged-corruption-fraud-at-cmc/

[2026-01-23 14:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Insurance Life recognises its top Sales achievers at Star Awards 2025 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLIC Life), the nation’s most trusted life insurance provider, recently hosted its prestigious Star Awards 2025 at Cinnamon Life, Colombo, in a grand celebration dedicated to recognising exceptional sales excellence. Held under the inspiring theme “Rise of the Legends,” the awards honoured the outstanding achievers whose extraordinary performance and unwavering commitment defined an exceptional year of success in 2024.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/business/938749/sri-lanka-insurance-life-recognises-its-top-sales-achievers-at-star-awards-2025/

[2026-01-23 14:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: BCB accuses ICC of double standards over T20 World Cup venue issue - DailyNews

Snippet: BCB president Aminul Islam has effectively accused the ICC of double standards, in pointing to the governing body’s accommodation of India’s request to play their 2025 Champions Trophy matches in the UAE instead of Pakistan, while refusing to move Bangladesh’s matches in the upcoming T20 World Cup from India to Sri Lanka.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/breaking-news/938735/bcb-accuses-icc-of-double-standards-over-t20-world-cup-venue-issue/

[2026-01-23 13:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: HC indictments against Arjuna, brother over CPC fuel purchasing irregularities - DailyNews

Snippet: The Bribery Commission, in a further report, told Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga Bodaragama yesterday (22) that it has filed indictments before the Colombo High Court against former Minister Arjuna Ranatunga and his brother Dhammika Ranatunga, in connection allegedly causing a loss of Rs. 800 million to the country due to irregularities in purchasing fuel.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/lawnorder/938578/hc-indictments-against-arjuna-brother-over-cpc-fuel-purchasing-irregularities/

[2026-01-23 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka Tea export earnings top USD 1.5 Bn in 2025 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s tea export earnings surpassed USD 1.5 billion in 2025, rising from USD 1.43 billion in 2024, despite weaker export volumes during the final month of the year, according to industry data compiled by Forbes & Walker Research.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/01/23/business/938508/sri-lanka-tea-export-earnings-top-usd-1-5-bn-in-2025/

[2026-01-23 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka spinners shut the door on England in first ODI - DailyNews

Snippet: Kusal Mendis struck a fine unbeaten 93, while Sri Lanka’s spinners combined to restrict England, helping the hosts secure a 19-run win in the first ODI at the R. Premadasa Stadium yesterday. Dunith Wellalage was named Man of the Match for his all-round impact.

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