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Sri Lanka Digitizes Disaster Relief: New Compensation Portal for Cyclone Ditwah Victims.

May 18, 2026 at 6:47 PM

The National Disaster Relief Services Centre has introduced a digital system to streamline compensation and inquiry processes for communities impacted by Cyclone Ditwah, supported by international partners.

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Sri Lanka Digitizes Disaster Relief: New Compensation Portal for Cyclone Ditwah Victims
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Economy

Asian Development Bank Elevates Digital Infrastructure to Strategic Economic Priority.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is shifting its focus toward digital infrastructure as a critical pillar for regional growth, urging nations like Sri Lanka to accelerate modernization to remain competitive.

May 16, 2026 at 12:03 AM
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Technology
Innovation Amid Crisis: Gaza Developers Create Digital Tools to Tackle Daily Hardships
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Innovation Amid Crisis: Gaza Developers Create Digital Tools to Tackle Daily Hardships.

May 13, 2026 at 7:33 PM
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Local News
President Dissanayake Reviews Recovery and Development Initiatives in Matale
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President Dissanayake Reviews Recovery and Development Initiatives in Matale.

May 13, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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Sri Lanka Launches 'Isuru Genena Yalak' Program to Ease Farmer Financial Burden
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May 13, 2026 at 9:18 AM

Sri Lanka Launches 'Isuru Genena Yalak' Program to Ease Farmer Financial Burden.

The Department of Agriculture has introduced the 'Isuru Genena Yalak' initiative to assist farmers in mitigating the impact of rising agricultural input costs through sustainable practices and technology adoption.

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Local News

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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Local News
Prime Minister Calls for Citizen-Centric Approach in Colombo District Development
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Prime Minister Calls for Citizen-Centric Approach in Colombo District Development.

May 13, 2026 at 4:14 AM
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Local News
Scaling Recovery: Long-Term Empowerment Initiatives Following Cyclone Ditwah
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Scaling Recovery: Long-Term Empowerment Initiatives Following Cyclone Ditwah.

May 12, 2026 at 10:37 AM
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Local News
India and Sri Lanka Advance Talks on $450 Million Development Aid Package
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India and Sri Lanka Advance Talks on $450 Million Development Aid Package.

May 11, 2026 at 6:58 PM
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Sri Lanka Accelerates 'Prajashakthi' Poverty Alleviation Initiative with Major Budget Allocation
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May 11, 2026 at 1:06 PM

Sri Lanka Accelerates 'Prajashakthi' Poverty Alleviation Initiative with Major Budget Allocation.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake reviewed the 'Prajashakthi' national programme, revealing that Rs. 23 billion out of the allocated Rs. 25 billion has been approved for rural development projects.

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Local News

Alliance Development Trust Spearheads Multi-Phase Flood Recovery Across Sri Lanka.

May 9, 2026 at 10:18 AM

The Alliance Development Trust (ADT) has provided extensive humanitarian aid and long-term recovery support to over 8,000 individuals impacted by recent devastating floods in Sri Lanka, focusing on sanitation, education, and livelihood restoration.

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Alliance Development Trust Spearheads Multi-Phase Flood Recovery Across Sri Lanka
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Local News

Boosting the Eastern Province: India Launches Six New Socio-Economic Projects in Sri Lanka.

India has commenced six priority development projects in Sri Lanka's Eastern Province, focusing on healthcare, women's empowerment, and agriculture under a Rs. 2.37 billion grant assistance framework.

May 5, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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Technology
Cultus Workforce Development Launches Digital Training Initiatives in Sri Lanka
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Cultus Workforce Development Launches Digital Training Initiatives in Sri Lanka.

May 4, 2026 at 3:46 AM
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Local News
EU Launches €2.6 Million Initiative to Bolster Civil Society in Sri Lanka
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EU Launches €2.6 Million Initiative to Bolster Civil Society in Sri Lanka.

April 30, 2026 at 8:45 AM
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SLT-MOBITEL and STEMUP Renew Partnership to Boost Digital Literacy for Sri Lankan Youth
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April 29, 2026 at 8:43 AM

SLT-MOBITEL and STEMUP Renew Partnership to Boost Digital Literacy for Sri Lankan Youth.

For the sixth consecutive year, SLT-MOBITEL and the STEMUP Educational Foundation have partnered to expand the 'Code Club' programme, providing youth across Sri Lanka with essential training in AI, robotics, and STEM fields.

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Local News

Government Initiates Overhaul of Aswesuma Welfare Beneficiary Selection.

April 28, 2026 at 4:46 PM

Sri Lankan authorities have convened to discuss critical reforms for the Aswesuma welfare program, focusing on digital integration, legislative adjustments, and improved operational efficiency to ensure more accurate beneficiary selection.

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Government Initiates Overhaul of Aswesuma Welfare Beneficiary Selection
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Local News
Japan Grants USD 2.6 Million to Boost Climate Resilience and Gender Equality in Sri Lanka
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Japan Grants USD 2.6 Million to Boost Climate Resilience and Gender Equality in Sri Lanka.

April 21, 2026 at 6:51 AM
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SLT-MOBITEL Empowers Rural Education with Tech Boost Following Disaster Recovery
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SLT-MOBITEL Empowers Rural Education with Tech Boost Following Disaster Recovery.

April 16, 2026 at 12:22 PM
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Education
SLIIT Business School Launches 'Soft Skills+ 2026' to Equip Sri Lankan Students for Leadership
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SLIIT Business School Launches 'Soft Skills+ 2026' to Equip Sri Lankan Students for Leadership.

April 10, 2026 at 5:25 AM
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Corporate Initiative Aids Over 1,300 Flood-Affected Students in Sri Lanka
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April 9, 2026 at 11:56 PM

Corporate Initiative Aids Over 1,300 Flood-Affected Students in Sri Lanka.

Fairfax Financial Holdings and Fairfirst Insurance have partnered with the Rotary Club of Colombo Port City to provide educational support to over 1,300 students affected by recent floods in Sri Lanka, through a LKR 14 million aid project.

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