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Police inform Fort Magistrate's Court of finding ex-CEO of SriLankan dead under suspicious circumstances
Police yesterday informed the Fort Magistrate's Court that former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer, Kapila Chandrasena, had been found dead under suspicious circumstances.
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May 09, 2026
The Island
Between 45 and 60 new Thalassemia cases detected among SL children annually
Sri Lanka currently has nearly 2,500 registered Thalassemia patients, while between 45 and 60 children are newly diagnosed with the disease annually, Director of the Non-Communicable Diseases Unit of the Health Ministry, Dr. Srini Alahapperuma, said.
1 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
Vietnamese Leader offers to share its experience with Sri Lanka in sustainable agriculture and climate resilience
Viet Nam is ready to share its experience in fostering investment and in sustainable agriculture with Sri Lanka, its President T6 Lam, who is also the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam, said in his address to Parliament.
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May 09, 2026
The Island
Lingering M-E tensions negatively impact rupee and usher in a degree of volatility
The CSE witnessed some market volatility yesterday because of West Asian tensions, which impacted the Sri Lankan rupee negatively in tandem with oil price fluctuations.
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May 09, 2026
The Island
SLPP expresses concern over death of former SriLankan CEO
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary, Sagara Kariyawasam, yesterday raised serious concerns over the death of former SriLankan Airlines CEO, Kapila Chandrasena, questioning whether the incident was a suicide, murder, or a case of being compelled to take his own life.
1 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
India taps port, shipping options to bypass Hormuz
Sohar (Oman), Fujairah (UAE), and Khorfakkan (UAE)
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May 09, 2026
The Island
US, Iran exchange fire in Hormuz in sharpest escalation since 7 April truce
In the sharpest confrontation since the fragile US-Iran ceasefire came into effect on April 7, the two sides exchanged fire and accused each other of carrying out attacks near the Strait of Hormuz.
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May 09, 2026
The Island
EU-funded green recovery facility drives recognition for Lanka's sustainable bonds
Sri Lanka’s sustainable finance sector has gained regional recognition at the Environmental Finance Sustainable Debt Awards 2026.
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May 09, 2026
The Island
Fourteen-year-old Miyuru steals the spotlight with Big Match century
Fourteen-year-old opener Miyuru Bandara produced a remarkable batting performance to guide DS Senanayake College to a commanding position on the opening day of their annual Big Match against arch rivals Mahanama College at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground on Friday.
1 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
Janashakthi Finance relocates Nugegoda branch to enhance customer convenience and accessibility
Janashakthi Finance PLC, a member of JXG (Janashakthi Group), has relocated its Nugegoda Branch to a more accessible and customer-friendly location at No. 136/5, S. De S. Jayasinghe Mawatha, Nugegoda, further strengthening its commitment to convenience and service excellence.
1 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
Longevity and the human pursuit of longer life
Longevity refers to the length of time a person lives, often discussed in relation to life expectancy and ageing.
5 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
SL to launch first Dedicated Sustainable Tourism Association in South Asia
'Sri Lanka embarks on a journey towards a more sustainable and prosperous tourism industry.'
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May 09, 2026
The Island
Overcoming urge to drink
Cravings for alcohol can feel overwhelming in the moment — a sudden, intense pull that seems impossible to resist.
2 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
BCCI to conduct surprise checks on IPL teams over compliance of guidelines
The BCCI has said it will conduct periodic checks on the IPL teams to assess the adherence of the new set of guidelines
2 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
UNICEF welcomes Cabinet approval of the Global Charter on Child Care Reforms
UNICEF welcomes the Cabinet’s approval on 04 May of the Global Charter for Child Care Reforms - a landmark decision that strengthens protection for children and builds momentum for Sri Lanka’s existing Alternative Care Policy.
1 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
Two luxury buses purchased from drug proceeds seized: Police
Two luxury buses, valued at nearly Rs. 70 million, allegedly purchased using proceeds from drug trafficking, have been seized under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, police said yesterday.
1 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
MillenniumIT ESP appoints Harendra Samarasinghe as CEO
MillenniumIT ESP (MIT ESP), Sri Lanka-based technology solutions provider, has appointed Harendra Samarasinghe as its new Chief Executive Officer, as the company advances its ongoing transformation agenda and accelerates global growth.
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May 09, 2026
The Island
Early Childhood Education: Modern teaching, AI integration, and why it matters today
Early Childhood Education (ECE) is undergoing a significant transformation as classrooms move beyond traditional teaching methods toward more interactive, child-centred approaches.
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May 09, 2026
The Island
Marcus North set to be named as England Men's selector
England are set to appoint former Australian Test cricketer Marcus North as their men's national selector, with Durham's director of cricket understood to have come out on top after final interviews for the role took place this week.
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May 09, 2026
The Island
Détente royale
THE recent visit by Britain's King Charles III to Washington was essentially a repair job to reduce the schism between a disgruntled US President Donald Trump and two of King Charles's Prime Ministers - British Prime Minister Keith Starmer and Canada's PM Mark Carney.
3 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
Siyapatha Finance unveils 62nd branch in dynamic Horana City
Premier finance company Siyapatha Finance PLC recently unveiled its newest branch in Horana, successfully expanding its islandwide branch network to 62 branches.
1 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
Bengaluru couple swims 32 km from Sri Lanka to India in 10 hours
(Tol) Bengaluru couple Danish Abdi and Vrushali Prasade swam from Talaimannar to Dhanushkodi in 10 hours and 45 minutes.
1 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
Drug packaging centre raided by Bandaragama Police
Bandaragama
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May 09, 2026
The Island
'Sri Lanka's renewable energy sector faces severe financial strain as LKR 10 billion in dues remain unpaid'
The Federation of Renewable Energy Developers (FRED) called for urgent government intervention to address a deepening financial crisis in Sri Lanka’s renewable energy sector, following prolonged payment defaults by the National System Operator (Pvt) Limited (NSO) for power already supplied to the national grid.
2 min |
May 09, 2026
The Island
TN: Vijay hunts for allies amid Governor's caution
In a dramatic twist to Tamil Nadu's political saga, actor-turned-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) remains locked in a high-stakes battle to form the government following the April 23 assembly elections.
1 min |
May 08, 2026
The Island
Siam City Cement (Lanka) officially enters into Memorandum of Understanding with Chief Secretary of Southern Province
The MoU was signed by Thusith Gunawarnasuriya (CEO, Siam City Cement (Lanka) Ltd) and Chandima C. Muhandiramge (Chief Secretary, Southern Province), under the patronage of Governor Prof.
1 min |
May 08, 2026
The Island
Home gardening must shift from production fix to nutrition strategy – Prof. Marambe
The notion that home gardening can be treated as a blanket remedy for Sri Lanka's deepening agricultural crisis is fundamentally misplaced, Senior Professor of Crop Science at the University of Peradeniya, Buddhi Marambe has warned.
2 min |
May 08, 2026
The Island
British Council launches new position paper calling for language-responsive education systems
The British Council has launched a new global position paper advocating for language-responsive education systems that better reflect the linguistic realities of learners and support more inclusive, equitable and effective education.
1 min |
May 08, 2026
The Island
Ex-Srilankan Chief faces arrest warrant over unsuitable sureties
Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama yesterday issued a warrant for the arrest of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena over alleged violations of court-imposed bail conditions in connection with the production of allegedly unsuitable sureties.
1 min |
May 08, 2026
The Island
Renewable energy producers left high and dry as CEB prioritises spending on oil-fired power plants
Norochcholai coal supply scam
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