Topic: Sri Lanka — Neutral reports only
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[2026-01-23 21:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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).
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[2026-01-23 21:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 20:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 20:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 19:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 19:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 18:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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).
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[2026-01-23 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 17:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 15:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 15:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 14:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 14:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 13:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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.
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[2026-01-23 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
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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[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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