Topic: Sri Lanka — Neutral reports only
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: DFCC Bank PLC has entered into a partnership with the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL), as part of its broader focus on supporting business growth and expanding market access for small and medium-sized enterprises.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Pan Asia Bank partners with the Sri Lanka Business and Biodiversity Platform to launch the ‘Life to Our Beaches – Beach Caretaker Initiative’, reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable community development.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Reaffirming its commitment to always provide its customers with the best offers and value, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has announced a nationwide campaign to accelerate the adoption of LankaPay JCB debit cards, offering customers across Sri Lanka another compelling opportunity to step into a more secure, convenient and rewarding cashless lifestyle.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: This article argues that migrant writers from Sri Lanka enrich Australia’s multicultural literature by offering unique perspectives on memory, migration, identity, and belonging, thus broadening the national literary landscape.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s Jessie Seneviratne of Lyceum International School, Gampaha stamped her authority by emerging as the Under-20 champion at the 50th National Age Group Swimming Championship held at the Sugathadasa Swimming Pool Complex in Colombo recently.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: ANC Campus announced the launch of a formal articulation partnership with Adelaide University at Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo, creating a clear progression pathway for Sri Lankan students seeking an Australian university degree.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) hosted the ‘Meet the Ambassador: Bilateral Trade Between Sri Lanka and France’ session on April 28, at the National Chamber’s Auditorium.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: South Asia’s premier fashion platform, Colombo Fashion Week (CFW), marked its 23rd year with a spectacular showcase at Cinnamon Life, bringing together innovation, creativity and cross-cultural collaboration.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands commemorated Remembrance Day by honouring Dutch victims of World War II war resting in Sri Lankan soil.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government yesterday appointed M. Fauser as Sri Lanka’s representative to Palestine.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko and Sri Lanka’s Health and Mass Media Minister Dr.Nalinda Jayatissa held talks in Colombo yesterday to strengthen Sri Lanka’s primary healthcare system and expand the use of modern technology, including artificial intelligence, in the health sector.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The training partnership between the Sri Lanka Navy and the Indian Navy reached a new high-water mark with the successful completion of the joint diving exercise, ‘IN-SLN DIVEX 2026’.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sharks International 2026 Conference was inaugurated at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) yesterday. This historic event marks the first time this global gathering has been hosted in Sri Lanka, bringing together researchers, conservationists and Government officials from over 80 countries.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: As part of its ongoing programme to recognise the contributions made by Sri Lankan migrant workers in Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ameer Ajwad, felicitated Fareed Mohamed Hilurdeen who has served for 27 years at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in Riyadh. The Ambassador presented him with a certificate of appreciation in recognition of his long and dedicated service to both his home and host countries.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Navy, working with the Coast Guard and the Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Department arrested 77 individuals for illegal fishing practices during search operations from April 17 to 30.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Navy took hold of a massive consignment of smuggled kendu leaves (over 2,000kg) during a search operation conducted in the seas off Chilaw recently. The operation also led to the interception of an Indian dhow with four Indian nationals as well as three local dinghies with six suspects in connection to this racket.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-05 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Cartoon] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 21:36 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s first-ever Metro Bus Depot has officially begun construction in Kadawatha, marking a major step in the government’s efforts to modernise the country’s public transport system.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 21:17 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A renewed and forward-looking partnership between the Maldives and Sri Lanka was highlighted as Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu delivered remarks during a joint press statement held in Colombo today(04) following discussions with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 16:48 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A grand ceremonial reception was held today (04) in honour of Mohamed Muizzu during his official visit to Sri Lanka, followed by the signing of several key agreements.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 14:34 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A special traffic management plan has been implemented in Colombo in connection with the official visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, the Police Media Division announced.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:50 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lankan athletes Nadeesha Lekamge and Sumedha Ranasinghe clinched Silver medals in women’s and men’s Javelin Throw events at the Asian Throwing Championship held in Makpo, Korea yesterday.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:49 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: This financial results of the National Development Bank PLC (NDB) for its first quarter ended March 31, 2026 (1Q 2026), represent the Bank’s earlier corporate disclosures as released to the Colombo Stock Exchange on April 2, 2026, April 6, 2026 and April 23, 2026. The breakdown of the estimated financial impact of the fraud of LKR 13.20 billion as allocated between the current financial year and the prior periods is as follows; LKR 0.91 billion for the period prior to
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:49 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: New Zealand Under-85kg team clinched the Graham Henry Trophy for the second consecutive year, completing a 2-0 series whitewash with a convincing 25 points (two goals, one try, two penalties) to 10 (one penalty try, one penalty) victory over the Sri Lanka Tuskers in the second Test played before a packed crowd at Nittawela Rugby Stadium yesterday after leading 13-7 at the breather.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:49 UTC+10:00] [Breaking News] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: At the invitation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday afternoon (03), commencing a two-day state visit.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:48 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: It has been reported that Sri Lanka’s fuel import expenditure has also increased significantly in comparison to the increase in fuel prices in the world market due to the war situation in the Middle East.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:48 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Skipper Chamari Athapaththu led the Sri Lanka women’s team to a clean sweep when they recorded thrilling three runs win over Bangladesh women in their third and final rain affected T-20 match played at Sylhet, Bangladesh on Saturday.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:47 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Headline inflation in Sri Lanka, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI, 2021=100), accelerated sharply to 5.4% year-on-year in April 2026, up from 2.2% in March, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The National Super League 4-day cricket final between Dambulla and Colombo will be commence today at R.Premadasa International Cricket Stadium.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Government has announced plans to establish a specialised group of 400 senior public officials known as the ‘Public-Impact Champions Network’ (PIC-Net) to drive digital transformation within Sri Lanka’s public sector.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Royal College Colombo produced a powerful second half comeback to crush Thurstan College 40 points (five goals, one try) to 15 (one goal, one try, one pealty) in their Dialog Schools Under-19 League Rugby Tournament match at Sugathadasa Stadium in Colombo yesterday, after trailing 14-15 at half time.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Opposition Leader and Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa, while speaking at WION’s Global Innovation and Leadership Summit held in Colombo on Saturday (2) said that his country believes in nurturing its relations with India. He also backed India’s bid for a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:45 UTC+10:00] [Sports] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Isipathana College produced a powerful second-half display to defeat DS Senanayake College Colombo 33 points (four goals, one try) to 10 (one goal, one penalty) in their Dialog Schools Under-19 League Rugby Tournament match played at the Royal Sports Complex in Colombo yesterday after holding a narrow 14-10 lead at the breather.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:44 UTC+10:00] [Business] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The construction sector in Sri Lanka has shown continued growth, according to a latest report released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:40 UTC+10:00] [General Opinion] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka is experiencing one of the fastest ageing populations in South Asia, with those aged 60+ projected to rise from 18 percent in 2024 to 25 percent by 2040. This transition is driven by high life expectancy (73+ years for males, 80+ for females) and declining birth rates. The shift poses major economic challenges, including a shrinking workforce, rising dependency ratios, and the need for enhanced health care and pension systems.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka measures its workforce obsessively. It just doesn’t measure half of it. Every quarter, the Department of Census and Statistics publishes Sri Lanka’s Labour Force Survey – a meticulous document tracking employment, unemployment, sector, and work arrangement across the country. By any technical standard, it is rigorous. What it measures, it measures well; but what it does not measure is really the problem.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Vesak Festival is coming round the corner and Sri Lanka is getting ready to mark the National Vesak Festival to be held on May 30th and 31st. Offering Dansel is one of the main traditions in Sri Lanka. Therefore it is important to ensure the public health safety while offering and visiting Dansel.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Singer Sri Lanka PLC has announced the launch of the new Apple MacBook Neo Series, bringing Apple’s latest laptop experience to customers across Sri Lanka, with a strong focus on performance, design, and everyday versatility.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko and a delegation arrived in Sri Lanka for a three-day official visit yesterday.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Around 16,000 children are currently registered to receive services at the Ayati NationalCentre for Children with Disabilities in Ragama. Recognised as Sri Lanka’s first national centre dedicated to children with disabilities, between 60 to 100 children from across the island visit the centre daily for treatment, according to Consultant Paediatrician and Clinical Lead of the Ayati medical team Professor Samanmali Sumanasena.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Yasodara Vidyalaya Colombo emerged champion of the Under 19 Girl’s Division Two Inter Schools Cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket tournament sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Nineteen local and foreign tourists were rescued from drowning by the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) during lifesaving operations across various coastal regions of the island in April.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Colombo, Sri Lanka; April 2026: A landmark international clinical trial has found that a once-daily three-in-one blood pressure pill can significantly reduce the risk of repeat strokes among patients who have survived a brain bleed, also known as a haemorrhagic stroke.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A Sri Lankan Hajj pilgrim in the first group of Hajis from Colombo on May 1 died of a heart attack in the holy Masjid in Makkah.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: REV. SISTER FATIMANAYAKI A.C. (nee FATIMANAYAKI THEVATHAS) was called to her Eternal Rest on 3rd May 2026. Requiem Mass will be offered on the 04th of May 2026 at 3 p.m., at Carmel Convent, Colombo 10, followed by interment at General Cemetery, Borella (Carmel Convent, 88 Ananda Rajakaruna Mawatha, Colombo 10).027984
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 05:30 UTC+10:00] [Cartoon] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s most Trusted and Innovative media services provider
--------------------------------------------------------------------
[2026-05-04 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page
--------------------------------------------------------------------