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Coast Guard rescues 19 people from drowning last month, including 14 foreign tourists
The Coast Guard has rescued 19 individuals from drowning last month, including 14 foreign tourists and five locals, officials said.
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May 02, 2026
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Seven-year-old boy sets world record with 29km swim from Lanka to India
Seven-year-old swimmer Ishank, from Ranchi, has achieved a rare feat by crossing a challenging sea route between Sri Lanka and India, setting a new world record at a very young age.
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May 02, 2026
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Govt. readies to grant permanent appointments to thousands of public sector casual workers
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued Circular No. 11/2026, introducing a new mechanism to grant permanent appointments to thousands of public sector employees, currently serving on non-permanent terms.
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May 02, 2026
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Australia's Lankan-born community records steady growth, reaching 184,800
Australia's Sri Lankan-born community has recorded steady growth, reaching an estimated 184,800 by mid-2025, according to the latest figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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May 02, 2026
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US has long used economic coercion to achieve foreign policy goals - the war in Iran shows how that power has declined
Two months after the United States, along with Israel, launched a war against Iran, that conflict appears far from a lasting resolution.
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May 02, 2026
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Media shunted to the back at SJB rally
Media personnel covering the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) May Day rally were yesterday prevented from carrying out normal frontline coverage and were moved to the rear of the venue, prompting protests from journalists on the ground.
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May 02, 2026
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Ten corruption cases set for court in May, verdict ordered in one case – President
... number of individuals accused of fraud and corruption would face imprisonment in 2026
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May 02, 2026
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Bangladesh eye rare double-series win over New Zealand in rainy Dhaka
Bangladesh go into the third T20I chasing a bit of history: they have never won more than one series against New Zealand on a tour.
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May 02, 2026
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CINEC invites students to build future careers as social scientists
Students interested in understanding society, education, communication and human behaviour now have an opportunity to pursue that path through CINEC Campus, which is promoting its Faculty of Humanities and Education as a gateway to becoming tomorrow's “social scientists.”
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May 02, 2026
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Four forensic consultants appointed to conduct post-mortem into mysterious death of Finance Ministry official
A panel of four forensic medical consultants has been appointed to conduct the postmortem examination on a senior Finance Ministry official whose death is being treated as suspicious, Health authorities said.
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May 02, 2026
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SINGER introduces the new Apple MacBook Neo Series
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.
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May 02, 2026
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Browns Hotels & Resorts raises the bar with Quintessential Bartender 2026
Browns Hotels & Resorts, in collaboration with Periceyl, turned up the energy and artistry with the successful conclusion of Quintessential Bartender 2026 — an inter-hotel bartending competition created to spotlight, sharpen, and celebrate the group's finest talent.
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May 02, 2026
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Muizzu heads to Lanka, seven key deals on the table
The Chief Spokesperson of the Maldives Government, Mohamed Hussain Shareef (Mundhu), announced on Friday that President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu is set to sign seven agreements during his upcoming visit to Sri Lanka.
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May 02, 2026
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Pan Asia Bank partners in 'Life to Our Beaches' initiative
Pan Asia Bank is proud to partner 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.
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May 02, 2026
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Starting communication with children
Starting communication with children very early is not simply a helpful parenting choice. It is a foundational act that shapes a child’s brain, personality, relationships, and future learning.
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May 02, 2026
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European Union mobilises 2.6 million Euro to strengthen civil society in Sri Lanka
The European Union (EU)-funded “Together We Rise” initiative, implemented by World Vision and SAFE Foundation in Sri Lanka, is a 2.6 million project designed to strengthen civil society and promote human rights, inclusion and accountable governance.
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May 02, 2026
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JXG debuts on CSE's Main Board
Janashakthi Limited operating as JXG (Janashakthi Group) marked the debut trading of its 500,000,000 ordinary voting shares (Symbol: JXG.N0000) on The Main Board of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) yesterday (29th April 2026) by way of ringing the ceremonial market opening bell on the trading floor of CSE.
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May 02, 2026
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Andreeva beats Baptiste to reach first Madrid final
Teenager Mirra Andreeva reached her first Madrid Open final with a 6-4 7-6 (10-8) victory over Hailey Baptiste.
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May 02, 2026
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SHEvolve '26: Empowering conversations, inspiring change
SHEvolve '26, a pioneering women-empowerment initiative organized by AIESEC in University of Colombo, is set to take place on May 9th from 9.00 a.m. onwards at the New Arts Theatre, University of Colombo.
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May 02, 2026
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Pride in hospitality: Ranil Asanka’s story at ‘City of Dreams’ Sri Lanka
Ranil Asanka, who hails from Matugama, is a dedicated team leader at Cuisine Restaurant in City of Dreams Sri Lanka.
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May 02, 2026
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Indian nuns regain voting right after legal battle
Election Commission’s revision of electoral rolls saw about 9.1 million voter names deleted in West Bengal state
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May 02, 2026
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DFCC Bank strengthens Middle East remittance corridor
DFCC Bank has entered into a partnership with AlfaNow in Dubai, expanding its remittance network across the Middle East and improving how Sri Lankans overseas send money home.
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May 02, 2026
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POIA highlights economic importance of palm oil to Sri Lanka’s development agenda
The palm oil Industry Association (POIA) recently organised a media roundtable in Colombo to discuss the economic impact of the palm oil industry on Sri Lanka’s economy, development agenda and long-term agricultural productivity.
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May 02, 2026
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State Assembly polls: Exit polls suggest NDA victories in Assam and Puducherry, possible victories for Mamata in West Bengal, Stalin in TN, and Congress in Kerala
Exit polls released after the conclusion of voting in four Indian states—Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and the Union Territory of Puducherry—suggest a mixed electoral verdict, with both continuity and closely fought contests likely when votes are counted on May 4.
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May 02, 2026
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Toxic management
Toxic management is rarely dramatic at first.
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May 02, 2026
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Where do funds come from?
The government and some Opposition parties held big rallies purportedly to mark May Day yesterday.
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May 02, 2026
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150 years of Lankan rubber, from national driving force to collapse
Among the causes are uncontrolled price rises, rising costs, ageing trees and the ‘stepchild’ treatment of a crop once considered gold.
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May 02, 2026
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NCC rolls out 'Clean Sri Lanka' pilot to tackle school drug threat
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) has launched a targeted drug prevention training programme for its officers, aiming to shield schoolchildren from rising narcotics use.
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May 02, 2026
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Two Sri Lanka U-19 cricketers arrested for allegedly filming women in a hotel
Two Sri Lanka Under-19 men's cricketers have been arrested over allegations of filming people bathing in the hotel the players were staying at, in Narahenpita, Colombo.
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May 02, 2026
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Thousands of pets affected by Avurudu firecrackers; over 10,000 cases of trauma reported
Thousands of pets across Sri Lanka have been left traumatised and hearing-impaired following the Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrations, with more than 10,000 cats and dogs affected by the intense noise of firecrackers, according to the Veterinary Surgeons Association for Humane Management of Animal Population.
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