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Figures shared with reporters show a 22% change compared to the same period last year.","\u003Cp>Figures shared with reporters show a 22% change compared to the same period last year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Matara\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Fed1fa8ff-504a-4e1a-8f56-7db6c2aa98b4\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"Opinion illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Opinion — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>",30,"standard","published","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad22",[31],[34,35],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad39","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad23",[37],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad43","6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a5905e",[],"2026-08-22T00:46:30.190Z",false,"public",{"views":44,"uniqueViews":45,"shares":46,"comments":47,"likes":48,"trendScore":49},267,168,2,1,3,264,[],{"id":52,"lang":22,"title":53,"subtitle":54,"slug":55,"excerpt":56,"html":57,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":58,"categoryIds":59,"tagIds":60,"authorIds":64,"coverMediaId":66,"galleryMediaIds":67,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":68,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":69,"relatedArticleIds":75},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a59117","UN Delegation Visits Colombo for Climate Resilience Talks","The visit is part of a broader review of coastal adaptation funding.","un-delegation-visits-colombo-for-climate-resilience-talks","The visit is part of a broader review of coastal adaptation funding. Figures shared with reporters show a 18% change compared to the same period last year.","\u003Cp>Figures shared with reporters show a 18% change compared to the same period last year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news comes as public interest in the World sector continues to grow across the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Trincomalee\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad1e",[58],[61,35,62,63],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad38","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad3a","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad37",[65],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad41","6a88f164ae8b28c3f2a59047",[],"2026-08-22T00:46:29.988Z",{"views":70,"uniqueViews":71,"shares":47,"comments":72,"likes":73,"trendScore":74},94,63,0,4,92,[],{"id":77,"lang":22,"title":78,"subtitle":79,"slug":80,"excerpt":81,"html":82,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":83,"categoryIds":84,"tagIds":85,"authorIds":87,"coverMediaId":89,"galleryMediaIds":90,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":91,"isBreaking":3,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":92,"relatedArticleIds":96},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a59111","New Streaming Series Puts Spotlight on Sri Lankan Folklore","The eight-part series draws on stories passed down through generations.","new-streaming-series-puts-spotlight-on-sri-lankan-folklore","The eight-part series draws on stories passed down through generations. The development was confirmed by officials in Negombo this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.","\u003Cp>The development was confirmed by officials in Negombo this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news comes as public interest in the Entertainment sector continues to grow across the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>We are listening closely to feedback from the communities most affected.\u003C\u002Fp>Programme Coordinator\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Negombo\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad1d",[83],[34,86],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad32",[88],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad40","6a88f164ae8b28c3f2a59041",[],"2026-08-22T00:46:29.976Z",{"views":93,"uniqueViews":94,"shares":72,"comments":47,"likes":73,"trendScore":95},111,68,109,[],{"id":98,"lang":22,"title":99,"subtitle":100,"slug":101,"excerpt":102,"html":103,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":83,"categoryIds":104,"tagIds":105,"authorIds":107,"coverMediaId":89,"galleryMediaIds":108,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":109,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":3,"isPinned":3,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":110,"relatedArticleIds":114},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a590fc","Sinhala Film Wins Top Honours at International Festival","The drama, shot largely in the hill country, took the top jury prize.","sinhala-film-wins-top-honours-at-international-festival","The drama, shot largely in the hill country, took the top jury prize. Figures shared with reporters show a 18% change compared to the same period last year.","\u003Cp>Figures shared with reporters show a 18% change compared to the same period last year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>We are listening closely to feedback from the communities most affected.\u003C\u002Fp>Programme Coordinator\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>",[83],[86,106,34],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad33",[88],[],"2026-08-22T00:46:29.947Z",{"views":111,"uniqueViews":112,"shares":72,"comments":72,"likes":72,"trendScore":113},67,36,65,[],{"id":116,"lang":22,"title":117,"subtitle":118,"slug":119,"excerpt":120,"html":121,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":58,"categoryIds":122,"tagIds":123,"authorIds":125,"coverMediaId":66,"galleryMediaIds":127,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":128,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":129,"relatedArticleIds":133},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a5911f","Diaspora Community Marks Cultural Festival Overseas","Thousands gathered abroad for a celebration of Sri Lankan music, food, and craft.","diaspora-community-marks-cultural-festival-overseas","Thousands gathered abroad for a celebration of Sri Lankan music, food, and craft. The initiative is expected to reach roughly 2523 people across the country in its first phase.","\u003Cp>The initiative is expected to reach roughly 2523 people across the country in its first phase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news comes as public interest in the World sector continues to grow across the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Galle\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ff3a537ac-efc5-414d-837e-2787d6612f5e\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"World illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>World — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>",[58],[62,124],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad2e",[65,126],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad3e",[],"2026-08-21T00:46:29.996Z",{"views":130,"uniqueViews":131,"shares":46,"comments":72,"likes":47,"trendScore":132},229,157,228,[],{"id":135,"lang":22,"title":136,"subtitle":137,"slug":138,"excerpt":139,"html":140,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":141,"categoryIds":142,"tagIds":143,"authorIds":147,"coverMediaId":149,"galleryMediaIds":150,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":151,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":3,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":152,"relatedArticleIds":155},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a590c9","Fuel Prices Revised Downward for Second Consecutive Month","The pricing formula reflected softer global crude prices over the review period.","fuel-prices-revised-downward-for-second-consecutive-month","The pricing formula reflected softer global crude prices over the review period. The Central Bank’s monetary board met in Batticaloa on Wednesday, weighing inflation data against calls from exporters for a more competitive rupee.","\u003Cp>The Central Bank’s monetary board met in Batticaloa on Wednesday, weighing inflation data against calls from exporters for a more competitive rupee.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The figures come as Sri Lanka continues its post-crisis recovery, with exporters pressing for policy stability over the medium term.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>We are seeing early signs of a genuine, broad-based recovery.\u003C\u002Fp>Central Bank Economist\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Foreign remittances remained steady compared to the previous quarter\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Exporters welcomed the move but urged faster implementation\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>The finance ministry will publish a full report next month\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Small business associations asked for extended repayment terms\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Fee344cfc-f9e8-4be0-9980-5cf9a0c02bfd\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"Business illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Business — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>Industry chambers say they will keep pressing for reforms that make it easier to do business.\u003C\u002Fp>","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad1a",[141],[144,145,146,35],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad2b","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad2c","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad28",[148],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad3d","6a88f164ae8b28c3f2a59024",[],"2026-08-21T00:46:29.861Z",{"views":153,"uniqueViews":154,"shares":47,"comments":47,"likes":46,"trendScore":153},60,35,[],{"id":157,"lang":22,"title":158,"subtitle":159,"slug":160,"excerpt":161,"html":162,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":163,"categoryIds":164,"tagIds":165,"authorIds":168,"coverMediaId":170,"galleryMediaIds":171,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":172,"isBreaking":3,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":173,"relatedArticleIds":179},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a5912e","Health Ministry Launches Dengue Prevention Campaign","The drive targets high-risk urban areas ahead of the monsoon season.","health-ministry-launches-dengue-prevention-campaign","The drive targets high-risk urban areas ahead of the monsoon season. The development was confirmed by officials in Jaffna this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.","\u003Cp>The development was confirmed by officials in Jaffna this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news comes as public interest in the Health sector continues to grow across the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Jaffna\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002F8e35b9eb-b1a2-433a-9f4c-95c6b157a2ac\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"Health illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Health — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad1f",[163],[166,167],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad34","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad3b",[169],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad42","6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a5904d",[],"2026-08-20T00:46:30.016Z",{"views":174,"uniqueViews":175,"shares":176,"comments":47,"likes":177,"trendScore":178},568,417,5,18,348,[],{"total":181,"page":47,"limit":182,"hasMore":3},57,7,{"data":184,"meta":568},[185,204,228,247,265,286,309,328,347,365,384,402,419,437,456,473,494,512,530,548],{"id":186,"lang":22,"title":187,"subtitle":188,"slug":189,"excerpt":190,"html":191,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":163,"categoryIds":192,"tagIds":193,"authorIds":194,"coverMediaId":170,"galleryMediaIds":195,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":196,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":197,"relatedArticleIds":203},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a5913c","Mental Health Helpline Sees Record Calls This Year","Counsellors say awareness campaigns have encouraged more people to reach out.","mental-health-helpline-sees-record-calls-this-year","Counsellors say awareness campaigns have encouraged more people to reach out. The initiative is expected to reach roughly 3215 people across the country in its first phase.","\u003Cp>The initiative is expected to reach roughly 3215 people across the country in its first phase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news comes as public interest in the Health sector continues to grow across the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Colombo\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>",[163],[166,167],[169],[],"2026-06-27T00:46:30.045Z",{"views":198,"uniqueViews":199,"shares":200,"comments":72,"likes":201,"trendScore":202},6500,5429,10,95,106,[],{"id":205,"lang":22,"title":206,"subtitle":207,"slug":208,"excerpt":209,"html":210,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":211,"categoryIds":212,"tagIds":213,"authorIds":216,"coverMediaId":218,"galleryMediaIds":219,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":220,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":221,"relatedArticleIds":227},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a590af","Anti-Corruption Bill Clears Committee Stage in Parliament","The bill now moves to a final vote, with cross-party support reported to be growing.","anti-corruption-bill-clears-committee-stage-in-parliament","The bill now moves to a final vote, with cross-party support reported to be growing. Officials in Anuradhapura confirmed the announcement on Tuesday, saying the decision followed weeks of consultation with provincial authorities.","\u003Cp>Officials in Anuradhapura confirmed the announcement on Tuesday, saying the decision followed weeks of consultation with provincial authorities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The debate comes amid growing public scrutiny of government spending and calls for greater transparency in how policy decisions are made.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>Good governance means slowing down long enough to get the details right.\u003C\u002Fp>Political Analyst, University of Colombo\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Opposition parties issued a joint statement afterward\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Provincial councils are expected to weigh in next week\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Civil society groups called for a public consultation period\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Further details are expected to be announced once the relevant committee completes its review.\u003C\u002Fp>","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad19",[211],[214,215,62],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad24","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad25",[217],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad3c","6a88f163ae8b28c3f2a59011",[],"2026-06-18T00:46:29.800Z",{"views":222,"uniqueViews":223,"shares":224,"comments":72,"likes":225,"trendScore":226},6050,4316,89,56,98,[],{"id":229,"lang":22,"title":230,"subtitle":231,"slug":232,"excerpt":233,"html":234,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":141,"categoryIds":235,"tagIds":236,"authorIds":238,"coverMediaId":149,"galleryMediaIds":239,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":240,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":241,"relatedArticleIds":246},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a590b6","Sri Lankan Rupee Strengthens Against US Dollar for Third Week","Analysts point to stronger remittance inflows and a rebound in tourism earnings.","sri-lankan-rupee-strengthens-against-us-dollar-for-third-week","Analysts point to stronger remittance inflows and a rebound in tourism earnings. The announcement affects roughly 1379 businesses registered with the chamber of commerce, most of them small and medium enterprises.","\u003Cp>The announcement affects roughly 1379 businesses registered with the chamber of commerce, most of them small and medium enterprises.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The figures come as Sri Lanka continues its post-crisis recovery, with exporters pressing for policy stability over the medium term.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>We are seeing early signs of a genuine, broad-based recovery.\u003C\u002Fp>Central Bank Economist\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>The finance ministry will publish a full report next month\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>The Colombo Stock Exchange closed higher for a third straight session\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Foreign remittances remained steady compared to the previous quarter\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Banking sector shares led gains on the trading floor\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Fee344cfc-f9e8-4be0-9980-5cf9a0c02bfd\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"Business illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Business — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>Industry chambers say they will keep pressing for reforms that make it easier to do business.\u003C\u002Fp>",[141],[61,237,144],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad30",[148,126],[],"2026-06-08T00:46:29.817Z",{"views":242,"uniqueViews":243,"shares":244,"comments":72,"likes":93,"trendScore":245},5828,4670,70,75,[],{"id":248,"lang":22,"title":249,"subtitle":250,"slug":251,"excerpt":252,"html":253,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":141,"categoryIds":254,"tagIds":255,"authorIds":257,"coverMediaId":149,"galleryMediaIds":258,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":259,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":260,"relatedArticleIds":264},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a590b2","Central Bank Holds Policy Rate Steady Amid Inflation Concerns","The monetary board cited balanced risks as its reason for pausing further rate cuts.","central-bank-holds-policy-rate-steady-amid-inflation-concerns","The monetary board cited balanced risks as its reason for pausing further rate cuts. The Central Bank’s monetary board met in Jaffna on Wednesday, weighing inflation data against calls from exporters for a more competitive rupee.","\u003Cp>The Central Bank’s monetary board met in Jaffna on Wednesday, weighing inflation data against calls from exporters for a more competitive rupee.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The figures come as Sri Lanka continues its post-crisis recovery, with exporters pressing for policy stability over the medium term.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>We are seeing early signs of a genuine, broad-based recovery.\u003C\u002Fp>Central Bank Economist\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Small business associations asked for extended repayment terms\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>The finance ministry will publish a full report next month\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Foreign remittances remained steady compared to the previous quarter\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>The next policy review is scheduled within the quarter, with markets watching closely for further signals.\u003C\u002Fp>",[141],[256,145,61],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad2a",[148],[],"2026-07-17T00:46:29.805Z",{"views":261,"uniqueViews":262,"shares":112,"comments":72,"likes":176,"trendScore":263},4704,3904,154,[],{"id":266,"lang":22,"title":267,"subtitle":268,"slug":269,"excerpt":270,"html":271,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":272,"categoryIds":273,"tagIds":274,"authorIds":276,"coverMediaId":277,"galleryMediaIds":278,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":279,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":3,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":280,"relatedArticleIds":285},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a59151","Teachers Union Calls Off Strike After Salary Agreement","Classes resume islandwide after a deal was reached late Tuesday night.","teachers-union-calls-off-strike-after-salary-agreement","Classes resume islandwide after a deal was reached late Tuesday night. Figures shared with reporters show a 3% change compared to the same period last year.","\u003Cp>Figures shared with reporters show a 3% change compared to the same period last year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>This is a meaningful step, but sustained effort is what will make it count.\u003C\u002Fp>Ministry Official\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Jaffna\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad20",[272],[275,256,34],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad31",[169],"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a59056",[],"2026-06-30T00:46:30.088Z",{"views":281,"uniqueViews":282,"shares":283,"comments":47,"likes":153,"trendScore":284},4447,3764,9,96,[],{"id":287,"lang":22,"title":288,"subtitle":289,"slug":290,"excerpt":291,"html":292,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":293,"categoryIds":294,"tagIds":295,"authorIds":297,"coverMediaId":299,"galleryMediaIds":300,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":301,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":302,"relatedArticleIds":308},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a590ee","University of Moratuwa Team Wins Regional Hackathon","Their disaster-response app beat entries from six countries at the finals.","university-of-moratuwa-team-wins-regional-hackathon","Their disaster-response app beat entries from six countries at the finals. The initiative is expected to reach roughly 5826 people across the country in its first phase.","\u003Cp>The initiative is expected to reach roughly 5826 people across the country in its first phase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad1c",[293],[237,296,275],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad36",[298],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad3f","6a88f164ae8b28c3f2a5903b",[],"2026-06-29T00:46:29.928Z",{"views":303,"uniqueViews":304,"shares":305,"comments":47,"likes":306,"trendScore":307},4404,3236,52,170,87,[],{"id":310,"lang":22,"title":311,"subtitle":312,"slug":313,"excerpt":314,"html":315,"readingTimeSec":316,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":211,"categoryIds":317,"tagIds":318,"authorIds":319,"coverMediaId":218,"galleryMediaIds":320,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":321,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":322,"relatedArticleIds":327},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a590a8","Local Government Polls Date Announced for Next Quarter","The Elections Commission confirmed the timeline after months of speculation over a possible delay.","local-government-polls-date-announced-for-next-quarter","The Elections Commission confirmed the timeline after months of speculation over a possible delay. Parliament sat late into the evening as members debated the latest measures, with the session drawing sharp exchanges between the government and the opposition.","\u003Cp>Parliament sat late into the evening as members debated the latest measures, with the session drawing sharp exchanges between the government and the opposition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The debate comes amid growing public scrutiny of government spending and calls for greater transparency in how policy decisions are made.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>This is about accountability to the people who elected us — nothing more, nothing less.\u003C\u002Fp>Government Spokesperson\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>The finance ministry has been asked to submit a cost estimate\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Provincial councils are expected to weigh in next week\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Civil society groups called for a public consultation period\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up session has been scheduled for later this month\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>The government says it remains committed to consulting stakeholders before any final decision is made.\u003C\u002Fp>",31,[211],[35,215,145,214],[217],[],"2026-05-31T00:46:29.788Z",{"views":323,"uniqueViews":324,"shares":325,"comments":47,"likes":326,"trendScore":181},4371,3151,29,34,[],{"id":329,"lang":22,"title":330,"subtitle":331,"slug":332,"excerpt":333,"html":334,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":335,"categoryIds":336,"tagIds":337,"authorIds":338,"coverMediaId":339,"galleryMediaIds":340,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":341,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":342,"relatedArticleIds":346},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a59160","Wildlife Officials Report Rise in Elephant Corridor Sightings","Conservationists say the trend points to improving connectivity between reserves.","wildlife-officials-report-rise-in-elephant-corridor-sightings","Conservationists say the trend points to improving connectivity between reserves. Figures shared with reporters show a 19% change compared to the same period last year.","\u003Cp>Figures shared with reporters show a 19% change compared to the same period last year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>The numbers are encouraging, but there is still a lot of work ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>Independent Analyst\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002F27d8c09a-a3e9-4a3b-bfef-977bfc04e38e\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"Environment illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Environment — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad21",[335],[124,296],[169,298],"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a5905b",[],"2026-06-28T00:46:30.118Z",{"views":343,"uniqueViews":344,"shares":176,"comments":72,"likes":71,"trendScore":345},4138,3222,80,[],{"id":348,"lang":22,"title":349,"subtitle":350,"slug":351,"excerpt":352,"html":353,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":58,"categoryIds":354,"tagIds":355,"authorIds":356,"coverMediaId":66,"galleryMediaIds":357,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":358,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":359,"relatedArticleIds":364},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a59114","Sri Lanka Attends Regional Summit on Indian Ocean Security","Delegates discussed maritime cooperation and shared surveillance arrangements.","sri-lanka-attends-regional-summit-on-indian-ocean-security","Delegates discussed maritime cooperation and shared surveillance arrangements. The initiative is expected to reach roughly 3677 people across the country in its first phase.","\u003Cp>The initiative is expected to reach roughly 3677 people across the country in its first phase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Matara\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>",[58],[144,62],[65,88],[],"2026-06-05T00:46:29.983Z",{"views":360,"uniqueViews":361,"shares":362,"comments":47,"likes":181,"trendScore":363},3816,2809,28,55,[],{"id":366,"lang":22,"title":367,"subtitle":368,"slug":369,"excerpt":370,"html":371,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":211,"categoryIds":372,"tagIds":373,"authorIds":375,"coverMediaId":218,"galleryMediaIds":376,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":377,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":378,"relatedArticleIds":383},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a5909e","President Chairs Emergency Cabinet Meeting on Fuel Subsidy","Ministers convened at short notice to discuss relief measures for commercial transport operators.","president-chairs-emergency-cabinet-meeting-on-fuel-subsidy","Ministers convened at short notice to discuss relief measures for commercial transport operators. Parliament sat late into the evening as members debated the latest measures, with the session drawing sharp exchanges between the government and the opposition.","\u003Cp>Parliament sat late into the evening as members debated the latest measures, with the session drawing sharp exchanges between the government and the opposition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The debate comes amid growing public scrutiny of government spending and calls for greater transparency in how policy decisions are made.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>The finance ministry has been asked to submit a cost estimate\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Civil society groups called for a public consultation period\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Debate extended for over four hours in the chamber\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up session has been scheduled for later this month\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>The government says it remains committed to consulting stakeholders before any final decision is made.\u003C\u002Fp>",[211],[214,374,35,215],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad27",[217],[],"2026-07-28T00:46:29.757Z",{"views":379,"uniqueViews":380,"shares":325,"comments":46,"likes":381,"trendScore":382},3575,2769,175,178,[],{"id":385,"lang":22,"title":386,"subtitle":387,"slug":388,"excerpt":389,"html":390,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":83,"categoryIds":391,"tagIds":392,"authorIds":393,"coverMediaId":89,"galleryMediaIds":394,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":395,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":396,"relatedArticleIds":401},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a59106","Veteran Actor Honoured With Lifetime Achievement Award","The award recognises a career spanning more than four decades on stage and screen.","veteran-actor-honoured-with-lifetime-achievement-award","The award recognises a career spanning more than four decades on stage and screen. The initiative is expected to reach roughly 1163 people across the country in its first phase.","\u003Cp>The initiative is expected to reach roughly 1163 people across the country in its first phase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>We are listening closely to feedback from the communities most affected.\u003C\u002Fp>Programme Coordinator\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Kandy\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>",[83],[34,86,106],[88],[],"2026-08-07T00:46:29.962Z",{"views":397,"uniqueViews":398,"shares":182,"comments":47,"likes":399,"trendScore":400},3385,2632,133,362,[],{"id":403,"lang":22,"title":404,"subtitle":405,"slug":406,"excerpt":407,"html":408,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":163,"categoryIds":409,"tagIds":410,"authorIds":411,"coverMediaId":170,"galleryMediaIds":412,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":413,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":414,"relatedArticleIds":418},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a59132","New Cardiac Unit Opens at Colombo National Hospital","The unit adds capacity for procedures that previously required referral abroad.","new-cardiac-unit-opens-at-colombo-national-hospital","The unit adds capacity for procedures that previously required referral abroad. The initiative is expected to reach roughly 3213 people across the country in its first phase.","\u003Cp>The initiative is expected to reach roughly 3213 people across the country in its first phase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news comes as public interest in the Health sector continues to grow across the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>This is a meaningful step, but sustained effort is what will make it count.\u003C\u002Fp>Ministry Official\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Kurunegala\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Fa6bd50fa-d5cd-4ece-a44c-323dbda7d992\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"Health illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Health — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>",[163],[167,166],[169],[],"2026-08-03T00:46:30.024Z",{"views":415,"uniqueViews":416,"shares":176,"comments":47,"likes":46,"trendScore":417},3234,2636,164,[],{"id":420,"lang":22,"title":421,"subtitle":422,"slug":423,"excerpt":424,"html":425,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":163,"categoryIds":426,"tagIds":427,"authorIds":428,"coverMediaId":170,"galleryMediaIds":429,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":430,"isBreaking":3,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":431,"relatedArticleIds":436},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a59143","Sri Lanka Reports Decline in Maternal Mortality Rate","Officials credit expanded rural clinics and better emergency transport.","sri-lanka-reports-decline-in-maternal-mortality-rate","Officials credit expanded rural clinics and better emergency transport. The development was confirmed by officials in Jaffna this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.","\u003Cp>The development was confirmed by officials in Jaffna this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news comes as public interest in the Health sector continues to grow across the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Jaffna\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>",[163],[167,166],[169],[],"2026-06-23T00:46:30.056Z",{"views":432,"uniqueViews":433,"shares":434,"comments":72,"likes":435,"trendScore":225},3181,2311,14,144,[],{"id":438,"lang":22,"title":439,"subtitle":440,"slug":441,"excerpt":442,"html":443,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":31,"categoryIds":444,"tagIds":445,"authorIds":447,"coverMediaId":38,"galleryMediaIds":448,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":449,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":3,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":450,"relatedArticleIds":455},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a5917b","Why Sri Lanka’s Tourism Recovery Needs More Than Numbers","Arrival statistics look strong, but the columnist argues quality of jobs matters more.","why-sri-lankas-tourism-recovery-needs-more-than-numbers","Arrival statistics look strong, but the columnist argues quality of jobs matters more. Figures shared with reporters show a 21% change compared to the same period last year.","\u003Cp>Figures shared with reporters show a 21% change compared to the same period last year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news comes as public interest in the Opinion sector continues to grow across the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>This is a meaningful step, but sustained effort is what will make it count.\u003C\u002Fp>Ministry Official\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Nuwara Eliya\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>",[31],[86,61,446,146],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad35",[37],[],"2026-08-10T00:46:30.160Z",{"views":451,"uniqueViews":452,"shares":453,"comments":47,"likes":47,"trendScore":454},3053,2301,17,331,[],{"id":457,"lang":22,"title":458,"subtitle":459,"slug":460,"excerpt":461,"html":462,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":272,"categoryIds":463,"tagIds":464,"authorIds":465,"coverMediaId":277,"galleryMediaIds":466,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":467,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":468,"relatedArticleIds":472},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a5914a","University Entrance Cut-Off Marks Released for Science Stream","This year’s marks rose slightly compared to the previous intake.","university-entrance-cut-off-marks-released-for-science-stream","This year’s marks rose slightly compared to the previous intake. The initiative is expected to reach roughly 1399 people across the country in its first phase.","\u003Cp>The initiative is expected to reach roughly 1399 people across the country in its first phase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>We are listening closely to feedback from the communities most affected.\u003C\u002Fp>Programme Coordinator\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Kandy\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>",[272],[215,145,63],[37],[],"2026-05-25T00:46:30.071Z",{"views":469,"uniqueViews":470,"shares":316,"comments":72,"likes":471,"trendScore":326},2976,2239,81,[],{"id":474,"lang":22,"title":475,"subtitle":476,"slug":477,"excerpt":478,"html":479,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":480,"categoryIds":481,"tagIds":482,"authorIds":484,"coverMediaId":485,"galleryMediaIds":486,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":487,"isBreaking":3,"isFeatured":3,"isPinned":3,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":488,"relatedArticleIds":493},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a590e1","Athletics Trials Set Stage for Commonwealth Games Selection","National record holders headline a strong field competing for limited team places.","athletics-trials-set-stage-for-commonwealth-games-selection","National record holders headline a strong field competing for limited team places. Selectors named the squad in Ratnapura on Monday, with one uncapped player included for the first time.","\u003Cp>Selectors named the squad in Ratnapura on Monday, with one uncapped player included for the first time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coaching staff say the squad’s depth has been key to managing a packed fixture list.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>The crowd support today was worth at least twenty runs.\u003C\u002Fp>Team Manager\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>The federation confirmed venue upgrades ahead of the international season\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Broadcast viewership figures were the highest recorded this year\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Veteran players praised the squad’s discipline under pressure\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002F8e35b9eb-b1a2-433a-9f4c-95c6b157a2ac\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"Sports illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Sports — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>Fans are already looking ahead to the next fixture, which is expected to sell out within days.\u003C\u002Fp>","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad1b",[480],[483,166,35,215],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad29",[126],"6a88f164ae8b28c3f2a5902f",[],"2026-08-09T00:46:29.902Z",{"views":489,"uniqueViews":490,"shares":491,"comments":72,"likes":399,"trendScore":492},2877,2177,27,308,[],{"id":495,"lang":22,"title":496,"subtitle":497,"slug":498,"excerpt":499,"html":500,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":58,"categoryIds":501,"tagIds":502,"authorIds":503,"coverMediaId":66,"galleryMediaIds":504,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":505,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":506,"relatedArticleIds":511},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a59122","International Airlines Add New Direct Routes to Colombo","The additions are expected to boost seat capacity ahead of peak season.","international-airlines-add-new-direct-routes-to-colombo","The additions are expected to boost seat capacity ahead of peak season. Figures shared with reporters show a 21% change compared to the same period last year.","\u003Cp>Figures shared with reporters show a 21% change compared to the same period last year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>This is a meaningful step, but sustained effort is what will make it count.\u003C\u002Fp>Ministry Official\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Jaffna\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>",[58],[144,61,62,34],[65,217],[],"2026-08-03T00:46:29.999Z",{"views":507,"uniqueViews":508,"shares":509,"comments":72,"likes":176,"trendScore":510},2848,2149,19,192,[],{"id":513,"lang":22,"title":514,"subtitle":515,"slug":516,"excerpt":517,"html":518,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":272,"categoryIds":519,"tagIds":520,"authorIds":521,"coverMediaId":277,"galleryMediaIds":522,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":523,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":41,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":524,"relatedArticleIds":529},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a59147","Education Ministry Reforms A-Level Curriculum for 2027","The changes add more practical assessment alongside traditional exams.","education-ministry-reforms-a-level-curriculum-for-2027","The changes add more practical assessment alongside traditional exams. The development was confirmed by officials in Batticaloa this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.","\u003Cp>The development was confirmed by officials in Batticaloa this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>The numbers are encouraging, but there is still a lot of work ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>Independent Analyst\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Batticaloa\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002F8e35b9eb-b1a2-433a-9f4c-95c6b157a2ac\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"Education illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Education — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>",[272],[106,215],[169,65],[],"2026-06-30T00:46:30.061Z",{"views":525,"uniqueViews":526,"shares":453,"comments":72,"likes":527,"trendScore":528},2837,2097,102,61,[],{"id":531,"lang":22,"title":532,"subtitle":533,"slug":534,"excerpt":535,"html":536,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":293,"categoryIds":537,"tagIds":538,"authorIds":539,"coverMediaId":299,"galleryMediaIds":540,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":541,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":3,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":542,"relatedArticleIds":547},"6a88f165ae8b28c3f2a590f5","Cybersecurity Agency Warns of Rising Phishing Scams","Officials urge banking customers to verify links before entering login details.","cybersecurity-agency-warns-of-rising-phishing-scams","Officials urge banking customers to verify links before entering login details. Figures shared with reporters show a 10% change compared to the same period last year.","\u003Cp>Figures shared with reporters show a 10% change compared to the same period last year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news comes as public interest in the Technology sector continues to grow across the island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>The numbers are encouraging, but there is still a lot of work ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>Independent Analyst\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Kurunegala\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>Authorities say progress will be reviewed again before the end of the year.\u003C\u002Fp>",[293],[275,296,237],[298],[],"2026-07-27T00:46:29.938Z",{"views":543,"uniqueViews":544,"shares":112,"comments":72,"likes":545,"trendScore":546},2767,1953,127,116,[],{"id":549,"lang":22,"title":550,"subtitle":551,"slug":552,"excerpt":553,"html":554,"readingTimeSec":28,"seo":11,"type":29,"status":30,"primaryCategoryId":335,"categoryIds":555,"tagIds":556,"authorIds":559,"coverMediaId":339,"galleryMediaIds":560,"videoUrl":11,"publishedAt":561,"isBreaking":41,"isFeatured":3,"isPinned":41,"allowComments":3,"visibility":42,"location":11,"stats":562,"relatedArticleIds":567},"6a88f166ae8b28c3f2a59164","Monsoon Rains Trigger Landslide Warnings in Central Hills","Authorities advised residents in vulnerable zones to remain on alert.","monsoon-rains-trigger-landslide-warnings-in-central-hills","Authorities advised residents in vulnerable zones to remain on alert. The development was confirmed by officials in Colombo this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.","\u003Cp>The development was confirmed by officials in Colombo this week, following months of preparation behind the scenes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Officials say similar initiatives elsewhere have produced encouraging early results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>This is a meaningful step, but sustained effort is what will make it count.\u003C\u002Fp>Ministry Official\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Similar programmes are being considered for other districts\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>A follow-up review is scheduled within the next few months\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Officials confirmed the details in a press briefing on Colombo\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Community groups welcomed the announcement\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cfigure>\u003Cimg src=\"\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ff3a537ac-efc5-414d-837e-2787d6612f5e\u002Foriginal.jpg\" alt=\"Environment illustration\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption>Environment — file photo\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the situation develops.\u003C\u002Fp>",[335],[557,558,124],"6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad2d","6a88f1651984b727d3b0ad2f",[169],[],"2026-07-25T00:46:30.126Z",{"views":563,"uniqueViews":564,"shares":47,"comments":72,"likes":565,"trendScore":566},2689,2147,123,132,[],{"total":181,"page":47,"limit":569,"hasMore":3},20]