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Maldivian President to visit Sri Lanka on May 4

30 Apr 2026

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Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu will undertake a State visit to Sri Lanka from 4 to 5 May 2026, on the invitation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism said.

BOUTIQUES IN SRI LANKA b2b Luxury Connect Sri Lanka 2026

30 Apr 2026

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The b2b Luxury Connect event, organised by Boutiques in Sri Lanka, brought together the country’s finest small luxury properties, showcasing a curated selection of independent boutiques, elegant villas, and

International Vesak Dhamma talk by Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi on May 1

30 Apr 2026

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An international Dhamma program in commemoration of Vesak Full Moon Poya Day is scheduled to be held via Zoom on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 6.00 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. (Sri Lanka time).

Special traffic plan announced ahead of May Day rallies

30 Apr 2026

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The Sri Lanka Police have announced the implementation of a comprehensive traffic and security plan in preparation for May Day rallies and processions scheduled across the country on May 1, 2026, marking International Workers’ Day.

Two U-19 cricketers arrested for secretly filming doctors

30 Apr 2026

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Narahenpita Police arrested two members of the Sri Lanka Under-19 National Cricket Team following allegations that they had secretly filmed several female doctors while they were bathing.

Indians lost $25bn to digital fraud in 2025 - now its central bank is fighting back

30 Apr 2026

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In February, Alok (name changed), a business analyst based in the western Indian city of Pune, got a text message asking him to pay 1,000 rupees ($10.75; £7.9) as a speeding fine.

Treasury Secretary informs he will not appear before CoPF tomorrow

29 Apr 2026

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Secretary to the Treasury Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma has informed the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) that he will not appear before the committee tomorrow.

China suspends autonomous driving permits after Baidu outage

29 Apr 2026

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China has suspended issuing new licences for autonomous vehicles, according to people familiar with the matter, after dozens of Baidu Inc’s Apollo Go robotaxis suddenly stopped in Wuhan last month, stranding passengers and disrupting traffic.

Fatal bus accident in Hatton claims one life, leaves dozens injured

29 Apr 2026

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A tragic accident occurred today, when a private passenger bus fell into a 35-foot precipice in the Badalgala area of the Hatton-Dayagama road. The bus was traveling toward Hatton at the time of the incident.

Russian Health Minister to arrive in Sri Lanka

29 Apr 2026

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Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka on May 3 for a three-day official visit to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the health sector.

Electric train project for Colombo suburbs discussed

29 Apr 2026

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Plans to introduce electric train services in parallel with the existing railway system were a key focus at a high-level discussion held this morning (29) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Dambulla eatery fined Rs. 510,000 for selling expired water

29 Apr 2026

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A restaurant in Dambulla has been fined Rs. 510,000 by the Dambulla Magistrate’s Court for selling expired bottled water above the maximum retail price.

2026 in a nutshell so far

29 Apr 2026

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The coal procurement scandal has centred on allegations of systemic corruption, the delivery of substandard fuel, and major financial losses involving the state-owned Lanka Coal Company (LCC).

Rupee depreciates further against US Dollar

29 Apr 2026

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The Sri Lankan Rupee continued its downward trend against the US Dollar on Tuesday (29), according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.

Sports Minister takes over SLC administration after mass resignation

29 Apr 2026

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Sri Lanka’s Sports Ministry has taken over the administration of Sri Lanka Cricket with immediate effect after Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage accepted the resignation of President Shammi Silva and the Executive Committee.

Sri Lanka women down Bangladesh in opener

29 Apr 2026

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Half tons by Harshitha Samarawickrama and Imesha Dulani paved the way for Sri Lanka to record a comfortable 25 runs win over Bangladesh in the first match of the women’s three T20 encounters played at Sylhet, Bangladesh

Kohli first to reach 9000 IPL runs

29 Apr 2026

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India’s Virat Kohli reached a milestone of 9000 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and became the first batter to do so playing against the Delhi Capitals on Monday night.

Joes recover after setback as rain hampers play

29 Apr 2026

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Senuja Wekunegoda shone for St Joseph’s College against Royal College on day one of their Under 19 Division One Tier A cricket tournament final played at the P Sara Stadium yesterday.

Dambulla and Colombo prevail with first innings wins

29 Apr 2026

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Dambulla and Colombo prevailed with first innings wins against Kandy and Galle in the National Super League tournament encounters concluded at the Sooriyawewa Stadium and Rangiri Dambulla Stadium.

Cricket’s executive committee resigns

29 Apr 2026

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The executive committee of Sri Lanka Cricket which included incumbent head Shammi Silva has resigned yesterday after a final meeting.

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Sri Lankan Rupee appreciates further against US Dollar

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