Topic: Sri Lanka — Neutral reports only
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[2026-01-23 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Northern Investment Summit 2026 (NIS26), aimed at promoting domestic and foreign investment in Sri Lanka’s Northern Province, concluded on January 22 at the Thiruvalluvar Cultural Centre, Jaffna, following a two-day programme held on January 21 and 22.
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[2026-01-23 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Hambantota International Port (HIP) has launched its Automated Gate Pass Management System (AGPMS), becoming the first port in Sri Lanka to introduce a fully automated, QR-code-based, paperless gate pass solution marking a major step forward in digital transformation, strengthening efficiency, security, and access control across port operations.
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[2026-01-23 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Royalist Ramiru Perera delivered an all-round performance with a century against Thurstan College, Colombo, in the Under-19 Two-Day Inter Schools Cricket Tournament conducted by the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association, sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket, yesterday.
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[2026-01-23 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Export Development Board (EDB) of Sri Lanka hosted an orientation programme on January16, 2026 for the newly appointed Heads of Sri Lanka Missions overseas, aimed at strengthening collaboration in promoting the country’s exports.
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[2026-01-23 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lankan delegation, led by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya showcased the country’s multi-faceted recovery, investment opportunities among others while highlighting governance reforms to supplement the efforts during a series of high-level bilateral meetings with global business, political leaders, international organisations and partners on the sidelines of the World
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[2026-01-23 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Biyanka Acquistapace and Tuvini de Alwis produced a calm, controlled and clinical display to reach the women’s doubles final at the YETI SSC Open Tennis Championship, played at the SSC Tennis Courts in Maitland Place, Colombo yesterday.
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[2026-01-23 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka today took a major step towards transforming its agriculture sector with the official launch of the Agriculture Enterprise Architecture Framework, Agriculture Interoperability Framework, Data Sharing Policies, and CROPIX, a national digital platform for crop data and decision-making.
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The official website and the Drug Inquiry Mobile Application of the Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency (SLADA) were officially launched yesterday at the SLADA Auditorium. The agency introduced its revamped website slada.lk and the SLADA Drug Reference App (DR App).
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Horizon College International Under-17 boys pose with pride after finishing runners-up in the B Division of the Sri Lanka Schools Basketball tournament
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The ZM Cricket Club held its awards ceremony at the Radisson Hotel, Colombo recently. under the patronage of the President of the Club Zaliq Mohamed.
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has announced the introduction of two new affordable Blackview 5G devices to expand access to next-generation technology, reinforcing its commitment to democratising digital connectivity and accelerating digital transformation by enabling more Sri Lankans to experience the capabilities of Dialog 5G Ultra, Sri Lanka’s largest 5G network.
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Union Assurance, Sri Lanka’s longest standing private life insurer, hosted ‘Momentum 2026’ at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, bringing together its high performing advisers and leaders.
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Sri Lanka–Germany Business Council (SLGBC) was held at Hilton Colombo Residences, Colombo 2.
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: BAJAJ, Sri Lanka’s most trusted three-wheeler brand, represented by David Pieris Motor Company (Private) Limited (DPMC), has announced the introduction of the BAJAJ Electric Three-Wheeler, marking a major milestone in the country’s transition towards sustainable and cost-effective mobility solutions.
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) recently made a significant donation of LKR 25 million to support the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund in support of post-cyclone Ditwah reconstruction.
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Royal Navy of Oman Ship ‘AL SEEB’ arrived at the Colombo Port on a logistics replenishment visit yesterday (22). The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in compliance with Naval traditions.
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Former Minister representing the Galle District, Ramesh Pathirana, has been appointed as the Benthara – Elpitiya Electoral Organiser of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP).
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[2026-01-23 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s leading steel manufacturer, Melwa, has extended its support to schoolchildren affected by the natural disasters caused by the Dithwa Cyclone by distributing essential stationery and school equipment.
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[2026-01-23 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sampath Bank recently marked the commencement of restoration work at ‘Dewagiriya Wewa in Melsiripura’, attended by Chairman Harsha Amarasekera, further strengthening the Bank’s long-standing commitment to safeguarding Sri Lanka’s rural irrigation heritage through the ‘Wewata Jeewayak’ tank restoration programme.
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[2026-01-23 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s aluminium door, window, and façade fabrication industry, a long-standing contributor to the construction and manufacturing sectors, is facing growing concerns over policy gaps that industry stakeholders say are undermining local production and employment.
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[2026-01-23 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Home Lands, one of Sri Lanka’s number one real estate developer, has always believed that its greatest strength lies in its people.
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[2026-01-23 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: LOLC Holdings PLC has entered into a strategic mobility collaboration with PickMe, to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) while creating an inclusive and sustainable vehicle ownership pathway for independent ride-hailing drivers across the country.
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[2026-01-23 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) will convene its flagship policy forum titled ‘Convening Leaders for Economic Resilience’ on January 28, from 4.00 p.m. onwards at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo, bringing together key policymakers, industry leaders and experts to discuss the implications of the National Budget 2026.
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[2026-01-23 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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[2026-01-23 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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[2026-01-23 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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[2026-01-23 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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[2026-01-23 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Vajira Nethicumara emerged victorious to become the new President of the Sri Lanka Netball Association after securing 16 votes at the AGM held yesterday at the Sports Ministry Auditorium. She comfortably outpaced her rival, Desika Vitharana, who received just four votes.
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[2026-01-23 04:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka drew first blood in the three-match ODI series against England, securing a thrilling 19-run victory at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo today (22). Defending a target of 272, the hosts bowled with discipline to bowl England out for 252 in 49.2 overs, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
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[2026-01-23 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Decision comes a day after the sport’s governing body rejected Bangladeshis’ plea to play their games in Sri Lanka instead over safety fears
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[2026-01-22 20:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Coast Guard took into custody a massive stock of Kendu leaves valued at over Rs. 15 million during a special operation carried out in Katuneriya today (22).
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[2026-01-22 20:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka have won the toss in the first ODI between Sri Lanka and the visiting England team at the R. Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo today (22).
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[2026-01-22 19:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Dr. Prasanna Gunasena has described the discovery of drug use among bus drivers as an alarming and troubling situation after 10 out of 56 drivers tested positive during surprise mobile laboratory inspections in Colombo.
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[2026-01-22 19:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A special bilateral discussion aimed at strengthening Sri Lanka’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy and governance framework was held at the Parliament Complex yesterday (21).
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[2026-01-22 18:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka Police have successfully brought 21 drug traffickers hiding abroad back to the country in 2024 and 2025, marking a major milestone in the national campaign “Ratama Ekata” to eradicate the drug menace.
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[2026-01-22 18:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Colombo Stock Exchange (GL 12) has contributed LKR 25 million to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund.
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[2026-01-22 17:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Journalists from the Lake House Institute secured three prestigious accolades at the ‘Journalism Excellence Awards,’ organized annually by the Sri Lanka Editors’ Guild.
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[2026-01-22 16:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Veteran Bollywood singer Anuradha Paudwal, currently in Sri Lanka for her upcoming concert, met with Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) General Secretary Tilvin Silva yesterday (21) at the party headquarters in Pelawatta, Battaramulla.
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[2026-01-22 15:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: An International Monetary Fund delegation is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka today (22) for a week long visit aimed at assessing the impact of Cyclone Ditwah and holding discussions with local authorities.
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[2026-01-22 14:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The foundation stone for the reconstruction of the Paranthan Chemical Factory was laid yesterday (21) at the Paranthan Chemical Industrial Zone, marking the revival of one of Sri Lanka’s oldest industrial establishments after nearly 40 years.
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[2026-01-22 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: In an age where economical concerns are at the epicenter for Sri Lanka, people in all social demographics and ages are seemingly in a battle. Though this is not new, it has been prevailing silently under the radar, yearning for attention.
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[2026-01-22 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: IMF Director General Kristalina Georgieva whlle reiterating the IMF’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s economic recovery on Tuesday said the people of Sri Lanka have shown remarkable resilience in the face of cyclone Ditwah.
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[2026-01-22 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka, led by Charith Asalanka, will look to build momentum ahead of the World Cup when they take on England in the first ODI of a three-match series today at the R.Premadasa Stadium, with the match scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM.
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[2026-01-22 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The official tour showcasing the ICC T20 World Cup trophy, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka in 2026, was formally inaugurated at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday (21).
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[2026-01-22 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Mayooran Kubherane of St Peter’s College Bambalapitiya and Sahansa Damsiluni of Visakha Vidyalaya Colombo delivered composed and clinical performances to capture the Boys’ and Girls’ Under-16 singles titles respectively at the YETI SSC Open Tennis Championship 2026, concluded at the SSC Tennis Courts in Maitland Place, Colombo yesterday.
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[2026-01-22 06:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The veneration of the Sacred Relics, which are due to be brought to Sri Lanka with the intervention of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and with the full patronage of the Government of India, will be held at the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo for seven days from February 4 to 11.
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[2026-01-22 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Royalist Ramiru Perera recorded his second century of the season in the Under-19 Two-Day Inter Schools cricket tournament organised by the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket yesterday.
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[2026-01-22 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: President of the Grid Connected Solar Power Association of Sri Lanka Prabath Wickramasinghe pointed out that the national grid is losing 4 million units of electricity daily as a result of cutting off solar power plants from the national grid.
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[2026-01-22 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Traffic Police and Road Safety DIG D.P.J. Senadeera said tests screened for alcohol and four other narcotic substances have become positive for drivers of ten buses with action taken against the drivers based on the results obtained during the inspections. Police conducted surprise inspections from yesterday (21) morning on buses arriving in Colombo at the Bastian Mawatha in Fort as part of Sri Lanka’s national road safety programme, subjecting drivers to on-the-spot drug and alcohol testing.
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[2026-01-22 06:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lankan Olympic athlete Tharushi Karunaratne, representing Texas A&M University, began the year with high expectations and delivered a strong performance by winning the silver medal in the 800m at the Corky Classic Sports Performance Center in the United States on Sunday. She clocked 2:08.62.
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