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New Nostalgic Cafe 'The Daily Leaf' Opens Doors in Colombo.

May 20, 2026 at 4:55 AM

The Daily Leaf, a new culinary destination in Colombo, aims to revive the comforting memories of home-brewed tea by combining traditional flavors with a contemporary café experience.

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New Nostalgic Cafe 'The Daily Leaf' Opens Doors in Colombo

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25th Annual Bauddhaloka Vesak Zone Scheduled for Late May.

May 19, 2026 at 5:03 AM

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The BLAC Expands Nature-Inspired Lifestyle Cafe Concept to Colombo 03.

May 19, 2026 at 4:33 AM

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Colombo Port’s Strategic Evolution: Scaling New Heights in Global Transshipment.

May 18, 2026 at 4:30 AM

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Home Lands Group to Build Iconic $300 Million Twin-Tower Project in Port City Colombo

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May 13, 2026 at 11:07 AM

Home Lands Group to Build Iconic $300 Million Twin-Tower Project in Port City Colombo.

Home Lands Group has finalized a landmark agreement with CHEC Port City Colombo to construct a $300 million luxury twin-tower residential complex, marking the largest real estate investment by a single Sri Lankan developer.

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Colombo District Receives Green Light for 126 New Development Projects.

May 13, 2026 at 7:11 AM

Authorities have approved 126 development projects worth Rs. 127 million for the Colombo district, with a major focus on infrastructure, road safety, and the 'Praja Shakthi' poverty alleviation initiative.

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Colombo District Receives Green Light for 126 New Development Projects

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Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery and the Quest for Long-Term Reconciliation.

May 10, 2026 at 9:55 PM

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Police Investigation Underway After Body Discovered Near Colombo Harbor.

Authorities in Colombo have initiated an investigation after a male body was discovered floating in the waters near the Colombo Port. The identity of the victim remains unknown.

May 10, 2026 at 5:01 AM

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A Culinary and Cultural Guide to Colombo's Upcoming Events.

May 9, 2026 at 11:51 PM

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Colombo Implements Special Traffic Restrictions for Vietnam Presidential Visit

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May 6, 2026 at 5:36 PM

Colombo Implements Special Traffic Restrictions for Vietnam Presidential Visit.

Sri Lanka Police has announced a specialized traffic management plan in Colombo for May 7 and 8 to accommodate the official state visit of the President of Vietnam.

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Legal Approval Granted for Interrogation of 'Dematagoda Chaminda' Regarding Ganemulla Sanjeewa Homicide.

May 5, 2026 at 8:07 AM

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has authorized the Colombo Crimes Division to record a statement from underworld figure Chaminda Ravi Jayanath, alias 'Dematagoda Chaminda', regarding the murder of 'Ganemulla Sanjeewa'.

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Legal Approval Granted for Interrogation of 'Dematagoda Chaminda' Regarding Ganemulla Sanjeewa Homicide

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City of Dreams Sri Lanka: Redefining Colombo as a Global Luxury Hospitality Hub.

An in-depth look at City of Dreams Sri Lanka, South Asia's first fully integrated resort, and how its $1.3 billion investment is transforming Colombo’s tourism and business landscape.

May 4, 2026 at 10:55 AM

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Colombo Implements Specialized Traffic Adjustments for Maldivian President's State Visit.

May 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Sri Lanka to Launch Electric Train Services for Colombo Suburbs by 2026.

April 29, 2026 at 9:37 AM

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April 29, 2026 at 1:49 AM

Legal Proceedings Against Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe Continue in Colombo.

The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court is set to resume hearings today regarding a legal case filed against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe involving the Public Property Act.

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Legal and Educational Developments in Sri Lanka: Key Updates from April 2026.

April 29, 2026 at 12:26 AM

This report summarizes critical news developments in Sri Lanka, including the legal fallout from an MP's land dispute, declining Advanced Level performance in the Central Province, and political tensions in Colombo.

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Colombo Magazine Prison Inmate Death: Jailer and Guards Taken into Custody.

April 28, 2026 at 4:57 PM

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Three Prison Officials Remanded Over Inmate Fatality at Magazine Prison.

April 28, 2026 at 11:54 AM

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Sri Lanka Invites Bids for High-Tech Mixed-Use Development in Colombo 10.

The Sri Lankan government has approved a 50-year lease for a prime plot of land in Maradana, Colombo, aiming to develop a specialized hub for information technology and intellectual services.

April 28, 2026 at 9:49 AM

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Colombo Traffic Advisory: Major Road Closures Announced for 'Walk for Peace' Event

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April 27, 2026 at 10:38 AM

Colombo Traffic Advisory: Major Road Closures Announced for 'Walk for Peace' Event.

Authorities have announced significant traffic restrictions across several key roads in Colombo tomorrow to facilitate the 'Walk for Peace' program starting at Independence Square.

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