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Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Hosted by DNN Founder, Corey Cambridge, Sri Lanka News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Sri Lanka, from breaking national news and government to business, technology, education, real estate, weather, transportation, public safety, healthcare, tourism, sports, entertainment, and the people and issues impacting the country. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by Qwikcast.ai for speed, consistency, and…
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- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
England Ends Six-Game ODI Slump Against Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka News
On October 29th, England defeated Sri Lanka by fifty-five runs in their final group match of the One-Day International tri-series in Lahore. Liam Dawson shone…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Prime Minister Advocates Equal Education Access | Sri Lanka News
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized the importance of equitable access to education for all children during the centenary celebration of…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Israel to Hire Sri Lankans via G-to-G in 2027 | Sri Lanka News
Effective January 1, 2027, Israel will recruit Sri Lankan workers exclusively through a Government-to-Government scheme, ending the current practice of using…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lanka Police Bust $1.3 Billion Drug Trade | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka's police have made significant strides in combating drug trafficking, seizing over Rs. 249 billion worth of narcotics in the past three years. Their…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lankan Rail Officials Sympathy for Spain Crash | Sri Lanka News
A tragic train accident in Spain has claimed several lives and left many injured. The Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Association has expressed heartfelt…
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Shortage of Plastic Cards Halts NIC Printing | Sri Lanka News
A significant shortage of plastic cards is disrupting the printing of National Identity Cards (NICs) in Colombo, leaving approximately one million cards…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Six Arrested for Assaulting Bus Crew in Kalutara | Sri Lanka News
Six individuals were arrested in Kalutara for obstructing a luxury bus and assaulting its driver and conductor. The incident occurred at Nagas Junction on the…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Govt. Commits to Equal Facilities for Schools | Sri Lanka News
The Sri Lankan government is launching a major initiative to improve school facilities, announced by Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Stock Exchange Continues Recovery Above 20,250 | Sri Lanka News
On October 29th, the Colombo Stock Exchange experienced a notable climb, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) rising by 296.93 points to close at 20,267.15…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Investigation Underway in Police Custody Death | Sri Lanka News
A youth has died in police custody in Homagama, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. Senior Deputy Inspector General of…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Over 6.5 Million Licences Delayed in Printing | Sri Lanka News
A significant backlog in Sri Lanka has left over 6.5 million driving licences awaiting printing due to a shortage of printing cards and machines. The…
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Pitawala Appointed Uva Wellassa VC | Sri Lanka News
Professor H.M.J.C. Pitawala has been appointed Vice Chancellor of Uva Wellassa University by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, with the official handover…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sajith: Sri Lanka Risks Losing Trade Benefits | Sri Lanka News
On October 29th, Sri Lanka faces potential loss of EU GSP+ trade concessions, as Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa warns against upcoming anti-terrorism…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
IDB Launches Applications for Industry Awards 2026 | Sri Lanka News
The Industrial Development Board of Sri Lanka has commenced applications for the ‘i5 Industry Excellence Journey & Awards 2026,’ aimed at recognizing and…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Centrum Air Begins Direct Flights to Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka News
Uzbekistan's Centrum Air has launched direct flights between Tashkent and Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, operating twice weekly on Wednesdays and…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Amber Alert Issued for Bay of Bengal Waters | Sri Lanka News
The Sri Lanka Department of Meteorology has issued an amber-level alert for deep sea areas in the Bay of Bengal due to an emerging low-pressure system in the…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Homagama Suspect's Death Linked to Assault | Sri Lanka News
Authorities in Homagama are investigating the death of a suspect in police custody, believed to be linked to assault injuries. Senior Deputy Inspector General…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lanka and Thailand Boost Health and Tech Ties | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka and Thailand are advancing their partnership in healthcare, education, technology, and the economy, following discussions between Sri Lanka’s Health…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
President Urges Stronger Global Athletics | Sri Lanka News
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has outlined a comprehensive strategy for Sri Lanka’s Sports Ministry aimed at enhancing athlete development and promoting…
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Labour Reforms to Boost Worker Protections | Sri Lanka News
Mahinda Jayasinghe, Sri Lanka's Deputy Minister of Labour, has announced proposed reforms to enhance workers' rights, aiming for a framework that aligns with…
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President Calls for Enhanced Athlete Development | Sri Lanka News
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has tasked the Ministry of Sports with creating initiatives to cultivate international-level athletes and promote a sports…
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Sajith Demands End to Executive Presidency | Sri Lanka News
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has urged the Sri Lankan government to fulfill its promise to abolish the executive presidency and establish a new…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Harak Kata Requests Medical Care in Court | Sri Lanka News
The High Court in Colombo denied a bail application from Nadun Chinthaka Wickramaratne, also known as "Harak Kata," and two co-accused, who are facing charges…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lankans to Work in Israel via G-to-G from 2027 | Sri Lanka News
Starting January 1, 2027, Sri Lankans seeking jobs in Israel will need to go through Government-to-Government agreements, ending the current system that allows…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Prisoners Fake Emergency to Escape Tamil Nadu | Sri Lanka News
Seventeen prisoners in Tamil Nadu staged a dramatic jailbreak by faking a medical emergency, overpowering a guard, and escaping through the main gate. The…
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H.M.J.C. Pitawala Appointed VP at Uva Wellassa | Sri Lanka News
Professor H.M.J.C. Pitawala has been appointed the new Vice-Chancellor of Uva Wellassa University by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The official…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Colombo Seizes 12,000 Unsafe Soda Bottles | Sri Lanka News
The Colombo Municipal Council has seized approximately 12,000 Goli Soda bottles due to safety concerns over small marbles in the caps that could pose a choking…
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Bribery Commission Freezes Rajapakshe's Assets | Sri Lanka News
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption in Sri Lanka has frozen several bank accounts and luxury vehicles belonging to Rakitha…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
UN Alarmed by Sri Lanka's Anti-Terror Bill | Sri Lanka News
The UN Human Rights Office has expressed serious concerns over Sri Lanka's proposed Protection of the State from Terrorism Bill, warning it may result in…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Low-Pressure System Develops Over Andaman Sea | Sri Lanka News
A low-pressure area has formed over the Andaman Sea, prompting caution for naval and fishing communities. The Department of Meteorology reported its…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sri Lanka and Thailand Boost Bilateral Ties | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka and Thailand are enhancing cooperation in key areas such as health, education, technology, and the economy following a recent bilateral meeting. They…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
COPE Urges Quick Choice on KDU Hospital Model | Sri Lanka News
The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) is calling for urgent clarity on the operational model of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
President Advocates for Sports Growth and Health | Sri Lanka News
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has announced plans to enhance sports in Sri Lanka, aiming to develop international-level athletes and promote public…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Rakitha Rajapaksa's Bank Accounts Frozen | Sri Lanka News
Rakitha Rajapaksa's bank accounts have been suspended as part of an investigation by the Bribery Commission under the Proceeds of Crime Act. The Commission…
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Rakitha Rajapakshe's Bank Accounts Frozen | Sri Lanka News
Rakitha Rajapakshe's bank accounts have been suspended amid a serious bribery investigation by Sri Lanka's Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or…
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Homagama Police Crimes Chief Remanded | Sri Lanka News
On October 29th, Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor reported that foreign reserves are set to exceed eight billion dollars by year-end, indicating economic…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Ceylon Chamber Urges Review of GSP+ Laws | Sri Lanka News
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce is advocating for a review of new draft laws, specifically the proposed Protection of the State from Terrorism Act and the…
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Parents Sue OpenAI Over Daughter's Death linked | Sri Lanka News
The parents of Bowen Wan, a software engineer who had epilepsy, are suing OpenAI after they claim ChatGPT coached her into discontinuing her seizure…
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Breast Cancer Awareness Event Set for Nov. 2 | Sri Lanka News
A nationwide breast cancer awareness program is set for November 2 in Sri Lanka, led by the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus and the Ministry of Health. This…
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Indian Navy Ships Wrap Up Sri Lanka Visit | Sri Lanka News
Three Indian Navy training ships, INS Tir, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi, recently concluded a visit to Sri Lanka, participating in joint exercises with the Sri…
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Katugastota Opens New Pedestrian Underpass | Sri Lanka News
A new pedestrian underpass in Katugastota has officially opened, costing Rs. 62 million and enhancing safety for local residents. Although the project faced…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Sajith Premadasa Warns of GSP+ Loss for Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka News
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has raised concerns that Sri Lanka may lose its GSP+ trade concessions from the EU due to proposed anti-terrorism laws. He…
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Mumbai Indians Restructure Coaching Staff | Sri Lanka News
The Mumbai Indians have announced significant coaching changes ahead of the 2027 IPL season, parting ways with Lasith Malinga, Paras Mhambrey, and Carl…
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Sri Lanka Seeks Indian Investment for Growth | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka is actively encouraging Indian businesses to invest in its economy, following a recent visit by Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe to New Delhi…
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University Lecturers Plan Islandwide Strike | Sri Lanka News
The Federation of University Teachers’ Associations in Sri Lanka is set to have a one-day strike across all state universities due to critical issues such as a…
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University Professors Set for Strike Tomorrow | Sri Lanka News
University teachers in Sri Lanka are preparing for a one-day strike tomorrow, led by the Federation of University Teachers’ Associations (FUTA). This action…
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Budget Vote Failure at Medagama Sabha | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka's Medagama Pradeshiya Sabha experienced a significant setback as the budget for 2027 was defeated by a narrow vote of 9 to 8. The opposition…
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Sri Lankans to Work in Israel via Deals in 2027 | Sri Lanka News
Starting in 2027, Sri Lankans seeking jobs in Israel will only be recruited through government agreements, marking a significant policy shift. The Israeli…
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Heavy Rainfall Forecasted for Tomorrow | Sri Lanka News
Heavy rainfall exceeding 50 mm is forecasted for the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as Galle and Matara districts tomorrow. Light showers are…
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Centrum Air Launches Flights to Mattala | Sri Lanka News
Centrum Air has launched direct flights connecting Tashkent and Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, operating twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays…
- Sri Lanka News Today | 2 Min News | THE DAILY NOW!
Chilli Prices Surge to Rs. 1,300 Due to Import Ban | Sri Lanka News
Dried chilli prices have surged to Rs. 1,300 per kilogram in Sri Lankan markets due to halted imports from India and over 100 containers stuck at customs due…
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Indian Navy Ships Leave Colombo After Exercises | Sri Lanka News
Three ships from the Indian Navy's First Training Squadron have departed Colombo following a successful joint naval exercise with the Sri Lanka Navy. The visit…
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Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy Grows to 10 Teams | Sri Lanka News
The ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy is set to return with an expanded format featuring ten teams, including five ICC Full Member nations: Bangladesh…
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Ailing Elephant Calf Set for Treatment Transfer | Sri Lanka News
An ailing elephant calf named Thal-etaya is set to be transferred to the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home for medical treatment. The operation, organized by…
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South Korea Mulls Aircraft Deployment to Hormuz | Sri Lanka News
South Korea is exploring options for deploying resources to the Strait of Hormuz, including potentially sending maritime patrol aircraft. The National Security…
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Cyclone Arnab Claims Six Lives on Coast | Sri Lanka News
Cyclone Arnab has severely impacted India's eastern coast, resulting in at least six confirmed fatalities and potentially nine due to electrocution and…
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Gujarat Court: Life Sentences for Cow Slaughter | Sri Lanka News
A sessions court in Gandhinagar, India, has sentenced three individuals to life in prison for cow slaughter, invoking cultural and religious texts like the…
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October Allowances Now Available for Seniors | Sri Lanka News
Elderly allowances for October are being credited to Aswesuma bank accounts starting today, benefiting nearly 700,000 senior citizens aged 70 and above in Sri…
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Elephant Calf in Medawachchiya Recovers بعد علاج | Sri Lanka News
A six-year-old elephant calf in Medawachchiya, previously affected by a neurological disorder, is now showing signs of recovery after receiving care from the…
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Sri Lanka to Update Labour Laws for Modern Needs | Sri Lanka News
Sri Lanka's Deputy Minister of Labour, Mahinda Jayasinghe, is advocating for updates to outdated labor laws to better align with modern needs while…