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Sri Lanka Expands Public Transport Fleet with 104 New Metro Buses.

May 18, 2026 at 10:03 AM

The Ministry of Transport has finalized an agreement with Indra Traders to import 104 new buses for the Metro Transit Company by August 2026 to enhance urban public transportation.

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Sri Lanka Expands Public Transport Fleet with 104 New Metro Buses

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Technology

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Automobile Association of Ceylon Eyes Future Mobility through Vertical Systems and Drone Integration.

May 13, 2026 at 12:18 AM

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Travel

Sri Lankan Luxury Resorts Secure Spots on Prestigious Global 'T+L 500' List.

Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle and Anantara Kalutara have been honored in the 2026 Travel + Leisure T+L 500 list, marking them as the only Sri Lankan properties to receive this global recognition.

May 12, 2026 at 8:28 AM

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Sri Lanka Launches Major Investment Drive for Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport.

May 12, 2026 at 7:51 AM

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Colombo Crimes Division Launches Probe Into Former SriLankan Airlines CEO's Mysterious Death

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May 11, 2026 at 4:43 AM

Colombo Crimes Division Launches Probe Into Former SriLankan Airlines CEO's Mysterious Death.

The Colombo Crimes Division has initiated a formal investigation into the suspicious death of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena, who was found dead while facing legal scrutiny over alleged aircraft purchase fraud.

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Local News

Sri Lanka and Vietnam Bolster Economic Ties with New Trade and Aviation Initiatives.

May 8, 2026 at 5:02 PM

Sri Lanka and Vietnam held a major Trade, Investment, and Tourism Forum in Colombo, resulting in new direct flight routes and the establishment of a dedicated business council to reach a $1 billion trade target by 2030.

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Sri Lanka and Vietnam Bolster Economic Ties with New Trade and Aviation Initiatives

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SLPP Raises Doubts Over Suspicious Death of Former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena.

May 8, 2026 at 9:43 AM

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Legal Turmoil Deepens: Court Issues Arrest Order for Former SriLankan Airlines CEO.

May 7, 2026 at 9:13 AM

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Local News

Transparency Concerns Emerge Over $26.6 Million SriLankan Airlines Lease Deal.

Opposition MP Dayasiri Jayasekara has questioned the financial transparency of a $26.6 million lease for a 14-year-old aircraft, alleging that the public was misled regarding the acquisition of a 'new' plane.

May 6, 2026 at 8:02 PM

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Travel•

May 4, 2026 at 10:24 AM

SriLankan Airlines Secures Dual International Accolades for Service Excellence.

SriLankan Airlines has been honored with two prestigious titles, 'Best Overall Passenger Experience' and 'Most Improved Airline' for the South Asia region at the 2026 PAX International Readership Awards in Germany.

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Local News

Sri Lanka Launches Pilot Online Booking System for Intercity Bus Travel.

May 4, 2026 at 10:16 AM

Sri Lanka has introduced a pilot online seat reservation platform for long-distance bus travel, aimed at reducing physical terminal visits and improving passenger convenience.

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Sri Lanka Launches Pilot Online Booking System for Intercity Bus Travel

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Inaugural Flight of Sri Lankan Hajj Pilgrims Departs for Saudi Arabia.

May 1, 2026 at 3:44 PM

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Sri Lanka Solidifies Its Global Standing as a Premier Boutique Luxury Destination.

April 30, 2026 at 9:25 AM

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Business

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Singer Sri Lanka Expands Manufacturing Footprint with Rs. 630 Million Factory Acquisition.

April 29, 2026 at 9:57 AM

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New Wildlife Unit at Mattala Airport to Drive Economic Growth and Safety

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April 29, 2026 at 12:11 AM

New Wildlife Unit at Mattala Airport to Drive Economic Growth and Safety.

The Department of Wildlife Conservation and Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) have established a new dedicated wildlife unit at Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport to enhance aviation safety, boost eco-tourism, and attract global investment.

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Sri Lanka Seeks Global Private Sector Partners for Mattala Airport Revitalization.

April 26, 2026 at 5:30 AM

The Ministry of Ports & Civil Aviation has officially launched a call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from international investors to revitalize the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) through new aviation-focused investment opportunities.

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Sri Lanka Seeks Global Private Sector Partners for Mattala Airport Revitalization

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Warning: Sophisticated Banking Trojan Masquerading as SriLankan Airlines App.

April 23, 2026 at 8:03 AM

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Digital Transformation: Sri Lanka Launches Online Booking for Festive Bus Travel.

April 17, 2026 at 5:53 AM

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Sri Lanka Transport Board Moves Toward Cashless Fare Collection System.

April 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM

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SriLankan Airlines Secures $25 Million Deal to Revamp Aircraft Power Systems

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April 9, 2026 at 4:51 AM

SriLankan Airlines Secures $25 Million Deal to Revamp Aircraft Power Systems.

The Sri Lankan cabinet has approved a $25.17 million, five-year contract with Honeywell International Inc. to maintain and repair Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for the national airline to improve fleet reliability.

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