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Rs 13 bn NDB fraud: Int'l forensic audit ordered
The National Development Bank PLC (NDB), in consultation with the Central Bank, will soon appoint an international firm to conduct a comprehensive forensic audit into the Rs 13.2 billion bank fraud, currently being investigated by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
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April 22, 2026
The Island
Eight children killed in US shooting
Eight children were killed in a mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, on Sunday (19), police have said, describing the attack as a domestic dispute that escalated into deadly violence.
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April 22, 2026
The Island
Women workers speak out for fair pay, safety and dignity
Women workers who gathered at the Shramabimani Centre in Seeduwa to mark World Women’s Day on March 29 demanded a living wage that matches the rising cost of living, decent working conditions, safety of workers, better healthcare facilities and limiting the extensive working hours, from the government and employers.
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April 22, 2026
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Celebrations ... in a unique way
Rajiv Sebastian could be classified as an innovative performer.
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April 22, 2026
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Arteta must prove he won't be remembered as Arsenal's 'nearly man'
Mikel Arteta was doing the rounds consoling his devastated Arsenal players when a giant banner was unfurled in front of him at Etihad Stadium, emblazoned with the words: \"Panic on the streets of London\".
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April 22, 2026
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SLT-MOBITEL recognized as Sri Lanka’s #1 Best Mobile Network by Ookla®
Reaffirming its commitment to offering superior network experience, SLT-MOBITEL Mobile has been crowned as Sri Lanka’s #1 Best Mobile Network by Ookla®, the global leader in internet performance testing and analytics, at the recently concluded Mobile World Congress 2025.
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April 22, 2026
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Father and daughter ... and now Section 8
The combination of father and daughter, Shafi and Jana, as a duo, turned out to be a very rewarding experience, indeed, and now they have advanced to Section 8 a high-energy, funk-driven, jazz-oriented live band, blending pop, rock, funk, country, and jazz.
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April 22, 2026
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SLC tightens screws on fitness in new contracts
Sri Lanka Cricket is set to crack the whip on player fitness, baking stricter guidelines into fresh central contracts as the board looks to ensure its players are no longer running on empty when it matters most.
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April 22, 2026
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Dredging Corp of India and CDL finalise MoU
Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC) and Dredging Corporation of India Ltd (DCI) recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide comprehensive drydocking, repair, and upgradation facilities for DCI’s fleet of dredgers, the company said in a statement.
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April 22, 2026
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Israel attacks China, France and Pakistan for backing Iran
Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations has lashed out at his French, Chinese, and Pakistani counterparts, accusing their countries of effectively backing Iran by allegedly striking deals to secure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, RT reported on Sunday (19)
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April 22, 2026
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Ministerial resignation and new political culture
The resignation of Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody comes after several weeks of controversy over his ministerial role.
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April 22, 2026
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Coal scam: SJB says NAO report obstacle to NPP bid to suppress the truth
The SJB has said that the government won't be able to suppress the truth about the coal scam, thanks to the report issued by the National Audit Office (NAO).
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April 22, 2026
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How Brazil’s prison inmates shorten their sentences through reading
Brazil has adopted an unusual and innovative approach to prison rehabilitation.
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April 22, 2026
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Lots of tears in the dressing room: Chakaravarthy after KKR's first win
Varun Chakaravarthy revealed that after KKR registered their first win of the season in their seventh attempt in IPL 2026, he could see a \"lot of tears in the dressing room which we didn't see in the year that we won the IPL in 2024.
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April 22, 2026
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Delhi's EV policy gets big picture right
Delhi has done a lot right with its draft Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2026.
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April 22, 2026
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Airline passenger in dire straits, helped by stranger
An elderly Sri Lankan, who inadvertently left his air ticket, passport and purse in a taxi, on 10 April, was able to leave Thailand due to swift help provided by two Sri Lankan women, based there.
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April 22, 2026
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Britney checks into rehab ...
Singer Britney Spears, whose 'Oops!...I Did It Again' was a big hit in Sri Lanka, and also cemented her pop domination, has checked into rehab for substance abuse following her recent arrest.
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April 22, 2026
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UK PM caught in cover-up scandal, accused of appointing Epstein-linked Lord Mandelson as US envoy despite failing security vetting
Row over Peter Mandelson's appointment escalates into a political flash-point, with questions over vetting, internal communication, and accountability putting pressure on Keir Starmer's leadership.
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April 22, 2026
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Middle East war continues to wreck stock investor hopes
The CSE was trending down yesterday as investors continued to be unsettled by the war situation in West Asia, brokers said.
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April 22, 2026
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Thousands of AI written, edited or ‘polished’ books are being sold
— an eerie echo of Orwell’ ‘novelwriting machines’
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April 22, 2026
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Priyansh-Connolly fireworks keep PBKS unbeaten after run-fest
Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly's brutal 182-run partnership powered Punjab Kings to a commanding 54-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants at home on Sunday (April 19), strengthening their grip on the top spot in the IPL 2026 standings.
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April 22, 2026
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Teaching children the value of saving
In a world where consumerism and instant gratification dominate daily life, teaching children the value of saving has become more important than ever.
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April 22, 2026
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Aitken Spence Travels leads in regenerative tourism
Aitken Spence Travels has once again reaffirmed its leadership in Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, being recognised as a Category Winner in the Hospitality & Tourism Services sector at the CPM (Chartered Professional Management) Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026 for the third successive year.
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April 22, 2026
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India and Sri Lanka discuss proposed oil pipeline
India and Sri Lanka have held talks on setting up an oil pipeline connecting the two South Asian nations, RT reported.
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April 22, 2026
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Lyceum celebrate historic promotion with dominant title triumph
Lyceum International School, Wattala etched their name into schools cricket history with a commanding first innings victory over Taxila College, Horana to clinch the Under 19 Division II Tier 'A' title at Kosgama on Sunday.
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April 22, 2026
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UK Tamil group urges world to reject Sri Lanka’s domestic justice process
The British Tamil Forum (BTF) has urged the international community to reject Sri Lanka’s efforts to replace meaningful international accountability with a domestic criminal justice mechanism, warning that such proposals lack both credibility and capacity to deliver justice for mass atrocity crimes.
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April 22, 2026
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‘Kegalle, your Uber ride is here’
Uber, Sri Lanka’s most loved mobility app, today announced the expansion of its mobility offerings in Kegalle, bringing convenient, reliable, and affordable transportation to residents and visitors in the city.
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April 22, 2026
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Two cops arrested over alleged assault incident
Two police constables attached to the Teldeniya Police Station have been arrested for allegedly assaulting two residents of Gomagoda, Elamalpotha.
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April 22, 2026
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BASL, SLMA strengthens partnership
The leadership of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) and the Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA), recently met to further strengthen the longstanding relationship between the two premier professional bodies in the country.
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April 22, 2026
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Former Minister Gamage under CIABOC probe over recruiting 134 persons from Galle district
Former Galle district lawmaker Piyasena Gamage is under investigation by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) over the recruitment of 134 minor employees from the Galle district to the Department of Technical Education and Training in violation of the approved recruitment procedures of the Department of Management Services.
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